The 240 watt label scares me - is that the real power consumption? Another vendor sells a similar product and claims 35 watt power consumption.
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Its an okay light. I actually sold mine. If i were to grow again i would probably go with hps
1261591
The 240watt designation is for the 80 units of 3watt diodes that go into the light. Actual power draw is always less and varies between 1.8-2.5 wattss per diode so the actual power draw for this light is around 150 watts. Besides power draw what is important is the technology that goes into the spectral ratio and this light is made with G8LED Optimal 8-band technology. Any light at 35watts is not comparable to this LED grow light.
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I have not actually put an amp meter to this unit but it does put out a tremendous amount if light. It has four fans that keep the led's cool. To grow any plants you will be happier with the 240 watt compaired to the 35 watt. The cost to run the light will be about the same as a small desktop computer. I really like this light all my plants are very happy under it.
232662
I'll see if I can find the packaging in my recycle bin but I'd think it's under 1 watt. I believe another reviewer claimed they use 0.5 watts each.
166632
It says on it "120V 60Hz 2A". I am not certain, but I found online you multiply the Volt by the Amp to get the Wattage. So it should be 240 Watts. But I'm no electrician.
1521032
I'm not sure what the power usage is, but it runs flawlessly with my 350 watt power supply.
815155
I've been using it side by side with a digital usage meter provided by my utility company (SMUD) and it is always within 30 Watts (shows 30W less). Not a scientific test though :).
1864571
I have used mine with only the 240 volt outlet. I have it hooked to my whole mobile home. I have an electric furnace and water heater that I turn off and it supplys all my lights, computer, tv, and I can also use a couple of burners on my electric stove. But as far as max wattage, I would assume they are right on with their claimed wattage. Makes no difference if you use from both 120 volt outlets or just the 240 volt one. I chose the 240 because I figured that it would balance the load better that way. both the 120 volt outlets are different sides of the 240 and I don't know how it would act if you tried to pull 15 amps from one side and burn a 1 amp light on the other. I have used mine with only the 240 volt outlet. I have it hooked to my whole mobile home. I have an electric furnace and water heater that I turn off and it supplys all my lights, computer, tv, and I can also use a couple of burners on my electric stove. But as far as max wattage, I would assume they are right on with their claimed wattage. Makes no difference if you use from both 120 volt outlets or just the 240 volt one. I chose the 240 because I figured that it would balance the load better that way. both the 120 volt outlets are different sides of the 240 and I don't know how it would... » Read More I have used mine with only the 240 volt outlet. I have it hooked to my whole mobile home. I have an electric furnace and water heater that I turn off and it supplys all my lights, computer, tv, and I can also use a couple of burners on my electric stove. But as far as max wattage, I would assume they are right on with their claimed wattage. Makes no difference if you use from both 120 volt outlets or just the 240 volt one. I chose the 240 because I figured that it would balance the load better that way. both the 120 volt outlets are different sides of the 240 and I don't know how it would act if you tried to pull 15 amps from one side and burn a 1 amp light on the other. « Show Less
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Hi there. This is an in-line thermostat for 220-240 VAC. It is rated at 3600 Watts at 240 VAC. plenty for any baseboard home heater. they work very well and are "smart" energy saving as they see the temp. rising and falling and adjust to meet the needs. (ie shutting odd a degree before reaching the temp. because the radiant heat will continue to rise. The slimline design are it's good and bad feature. They look great, but are not forgiving if the box is not cut well. They don't have a large "lip" in the back to cover poorly cut holes. I've installed about a dozen of them (to replace existing) and had to Spackle two so they would cover. Hope this helps. Hi there. This is an in-line thermostat for 220-240 VAC. It is rated at 3600 Watts at 240 VAC. plenty for any baseboard home heater. they work very well and are "smart" energy saving as they see the temp. rising and falling and adjust to meet the needs. (ie shutting odd a degree before reaching the temp. because the radiant heat will continue to rise. The slimline design are it's good and bad feature. They look great, but are not forgiving if the box is not cut well. They don't have a large "lip" in the back to cover poorly cut holes. I've installed about a dozen of them... » Read More Hi there. This is an in-line thermostat for 220-240 VAC. It is rated at 3600 Watts at 240 VAC. plenty for any baseboard home heater. they work very well and are "smart" energy saving as they see the temp. rising and falling and adjust to meet the needs. (ie shutting odd a degree before reaching the temp. because the radiant heat will continue to rise. The slimline design are it's good and bad feature. They look great, but are not forgiving if the box is not cut well. They don't have a large "lip" in the back to cover poorly cut holes. I've installed about a dozen of them (to replace existing) and had to Spackle two so they would cover. Hope this helps. « Show Less
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I have not measured it using a "actual usage" meter, but mine is a 65W and having researched it I remember other people reporting the very same thing. I am using this light for Aquarium purposes and so for me the actual wattage is not what is important...it is the actual lumens produced and the color in Kelvins that makes the difference. For my aquarium uses, I found this bulb to produce outstanding results.
834796
That is what the literature says. You should buy a smaller wattage version closer to your intended usage.
1751164
No Problem. The system monitors both incoming mains. 120V devices run off one of these, plus the neutral. Their consumption is monitored by the clamp on that main. 240V devices involve both mains, and get monitored by both clamps.
612511
Not sure, I am only using about 15 watts in my application. You should be able to figure the power consumption based on the manufacture's specifications using Ohms Law.
52634
Those are the old current ratings. Now, it is 120/240, and this is a 120 volt product (normal household current). It does call for its own 20 amp breaker protected circuit, but I did not install one. I ran it on the same circuit which has handled two bathrooms and their exhaust fans for 50+ years. I have had no problem with tripped breakers when using my heater function, exhaust function, light and other lights on that circuit simultaneously. If you go that route but start tripping the breaker on the circuit, you will have to run a new line with a dedicated breaker.
599149
So I'm not gonna sugar coat....the breaker opened at 4800w surge on test. Meaning 20a @ 240v. Might be the cheap Chinese breaker on the unit, might be a realistic shock load for it to bear.
1255454
I will agree with you, the rating seems low. I have them operating on 70 volt lines and am running it to 25 watts without any trouble. I'm sure it can go more. Remember, that 50 watts could be 5 amps...+_ depending on output voltage and load impedance
1969062
Power consumption is listed as 400W in the manual and on the base of the unit.
2020591
if i am reading the label on it right.. It says 45-50 watts next to teh AC info. But don't hold me to that. LOL
1637042
I am not sure what you are trying to determine. I don't have the test equipment to measure the small amount of power that this consumes. I did plug it into my Kill-A-Watt power monitor. The power consumed after 90 minutes still registered as zero. The instantaneous current and power were also zero. The device reads out to 2 decimal places so the power and current must me less than .00 amps and .00 watts. It is a very low power consuming device, exactly how low I am not sure. It is obviously not zero, just very low.