I just heard back from John. Here is the answer from Hortilux.
Dear Mark,
I have your answer better explained by Mr. Anderson of EYE Lighting, who is my rep for Hortilux.
If you ever need anything else, please feel free to contact me and I will do my very best in getting you the correct answer.
Thanks again Mark!
John V. Hanna
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From: Mike Anderson [mailto:mike.anderson@eyelighting.com]
Sent: Thursday, May 22, 2008 10:38 AM
To:
info@cheapgrowlights.com
Cc: Doreen Langa
Subject: RE: Dual Arc HPS - MH Bulb - Hortilux
Hello John,
The output of our Super Blue (dual arc) lamp is 110,000 lumens and consumes 1100 watts with a suggested retail price of $219.95.
Considering that you only need one system to operate this lamp (1000W HPS System) we believe it makes economic sense versus buying two systems and two lamps.
The output of a Hortilux Blue lamp (400W) is 29,000 lumens, suggested retail price of $99.95
The output of a Hortilux HPS lamp (600W) is 88,000 lumens, suggested retail price of $117.95
Using two systems (400 Metal halide and 600 HPS), they consume roughly 1100 watts of energy and deliver 117,000 lumens (88K + 29K).
Overall, the light output and spectral quality is very similar, however the blending of the light is far superior with our Super Blue (dual arc) lamp.
I hope this helps you.
Best Regards,
Michael A. Anderson, LC
Specialty Lighting Sales Manager
EYE Lighting International of North America, Inc.
A subsidiary of Iwasaki Electric Co., Ltd.
9150 Hendricks Rd.
Mentor, Ohio 44060
Phone: 440-392-3626
Cell: 440-463-0853
Fax: 440-350-7001
Customer Service: 888-665-2677
Website:
EYE Lighting International of North America, Inc.