Dual Voltage/Dimmable Lumatek 600 vs. Single Volt Lumatek 600

[Ole Budheavy]

Just wondering if anyone has any insight into the differences in performance (if any) of the dual voltage digi Lumateks vs the single voltage ones. I read somewhere that the dual voltage units aren't as efficient as the 120 or 240 volt models. I want to have the best performance rather than if its dual voltage. Thanks.

 

[Ole Budheavy]

I bought my 400 Lumatek and hydrofarm daystar ac a year ago, but haven't been able to use it, but I have tested it and it produces decent light. I guess the Lumatek models are pretty reliable so far.

 

[FuZZyBUDz]

I havent had no issues, im about 4 grow into the life of it. i keep a fan blowing on the ballist and its out of the light too tho. i hear the cooler u keep these things the longer they last. BUT unless u have a DIGITAL bulb, dont be dimming it if its a dimmable version.

 

[Ole Budheavy]

I havent had no issues, im about 4 grow into the life of it. i keep a fan blowing on the ballist and its out of the light too tho. i hear the cooler u keep these things the longer they last. BUT unless u have a DIGITAL bulb, dont be dimming it if its a dimmable version.

DAMN. I thought I was up on the tech info until you mentioned digital bulbs. So does your ballast(s) have the 120/240 volt option?

 

[PeachOibleBoiblePeach#1]

Mine does,,600 watt dimming,,,I only use it at 600 watts tho,,,less than a year old. yea it's 120/240 option. NIce so far.

 

[Ole Budheavy]

Mine does,,600 watt dimming,,,I only use it at 600 watts tho,,,less than a year old. yea it's 120/240 option. NIce so far.

Cool bro. Thanks. I just think its weird that the 400 Lumatek I have doesn't have these options. It works well though. I really want a dual 600 watt setup. I also have a home made fixture that has room for 18 CFLs on it for veg.