Advantages of PortaGrow HO T5 fluorescent fixtures
Low energy consumption
Twice as many lumens per watt of energy than a standard fluorescent grow light and four times as many lumens per watt than incandescent lights.
Low heat output
Much lower heat output than HID or incandescent lamps and lower heat production than T-12 or T8 fluorescents. May be placed within inches of most plants without fear of burning leaves.
Long lifespan
High-output T5 bulbs have an average lifespan of 10,000 to 20,000 hours.
Flexibility
The PortaGrow 8000 lumen watt HO T5 fluorescent fixture is compact at less than 2 feet by 13” wide and its integrated wire hangers allow it to be hung horizontally or vertically. It covers nearly five feet of growing area. They are easy to position and hang almost anywhere in your home, and can be placed close to your plants without danger of burning foliage. They can be daisy-chained and have individual switches.
Economical
Low power consumption, cool running, long bulb life, low initial cost, low life-cycle costs.