Light Meter - VDL Lux Meter

Light Meter - VDL Luxmeter

When bulbs wear out over time, they may decrease their ability to emit light efficiently, which can negatively affect the growth and development of plants. The VDL luxmeter allows you to measure the amount of light reaching the plants and thus assess whether the bulbs are providing the right light intensity for optimal growth.

With this information, growers can make informed decisions about when to replace the bulbs and ensure that the plants receive the right amount of light for healthy development. It is important to use a properly calibrated luxmeter to obtain accurate and reliable measurements.

What is a light meter - Luxmeter for

The VDL Light Meter Luxmeter is an essential tool for measuring the intensity of light emitted by the bulbs or lamps used in indoor cultivation.

Here are some important features of the VDL luxmeter:

Lumen measurement: The VDL luxmeter allows you to measure the amount of light in lumens emitted by the bulbs or lamps used in cultivation. Lumens are a unit of measurement that quantifies the amount of visible light perceived by the human eye, and it is an important measure for assessing light intensity in a grow space.

Control of bulb performance: The lamps used in indoor cultivation have a limited lifespan and over time, they begin to lose power and lumens. With the VDL luxmeter, growers can monitor the performance of the bulbs and determine when it is necessary to replace them. When lumens decrease, the lamps do not provide the amount of light needed for proper plant growth and flowering.

Importance in the growth cycle: During the vegetative growth period, a greater amount of light is required, generally around 90,000 lumens to promote the development of vegetation and foliage. In the flowering stage, an amount of 45,000 lumens is adequate to stimulate the production of flowers and fruits.

Crop optimization: Maintaining the proper light level in indoor cultivation is essential to obtain optimal and quality harvests. The use of the VDL luxmeter allows growers to ensure that the bulbs are emitting the necessary amount of light at each stage of cultivation to maximize plant yield.

How to use the Light Meter - Luxmeter

The use of the VDL Light Meter Luxmeter is relatively simple. Here are the steps to use it correctly:

Luxmeter setup: On the luxmeter, look for the button or selector that indicates the numbers 10, 100 and 1,000. Make sure to set it to the "1,000" position, as this will allow you to measure the maximum lumen power.

Photometer preparation: Uncover the photometer that is attached to the luxmeter through a probe.

Approaching the bulbs: Go to the bulbs or lamps you want to measure. Make sure the bulbs are on to get accurate measurements.

Placing the photometer: Place the photometer on top of one of the bulbs you are measuring.

Reading the meter screen: Immediately after placing the photometer on the bulb, the meter screen will display a number indicating the light intensity in lumens. Note that the screen only shows numbers up to three digits, for example, 2, 10, 50, 100, 200, etc.

Multiplying the result: Take the number shown on the meter screen and multiply it by 1,000. For example, if the screen shows "90", you would multiply 90 by 1,000 to get a result of 90,000 lumens emitted by the lamp.

It is important to follow the manufacturer's instructions and make sure to use the luxmeter correctly to obtain accurate measurements. With the VDL luxmeter, growers can assess the light intensity their bulbs receive and ensure they are providing the right power for each stage of cultivation, which will contribute to healthy plant development and optimal production.

Features of the VDL Light Meter Luxmeter

LCD and digital meter screen with a maximum measurement of 1,999

Automatic VDL measurement level selector

Lux or F.C. unit selector

Measurement scale 200,000 Lux

Silicon diode photometer with a filter

Automatic data recording

C.I.E. Photopic spectrum response

Low battery indicators

AAA battery type (2 batteries) Not included

Weight: 180 gr.

Dimensions: 185 x 55 x 30 cm.