Mars Reflector Series is one of the most popular of Mars Hydro’s lineup. This series comes in a variety of sizes. Each is perfect for the grower who is value-minded. Because, not only are Mars Hydro LED Grow Lights budget-friendly, they are of top quality too. We wrote this review of the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models just for you. Hopefully, this will help you in your search for the best Mars Hydro Reflector light for you.

So chill, relax, let’s grow…

About Mars Hydro Company

Specializing in the LED grow lighting and grow tent for both commercial application and home growing, Mars Hydro has the largest variety of full spectrum lights and reflectors. Mars Hydro has been in the business since 2009 perfecting each of their products.

Being in the industry for nine years, Mars Hydro grow lights has an increasing reputation among home growers and commercial growers for quality products with prices that are very competitive. As mentioned, the brand has been developing and perfecting each of its lineup. Therefore, you can be confident that all of their products including Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models are not only affordable but are of top quality too.

Warehouse and Repair Center

Grow lights must be treated as great investments. This means that the only products you need to purchase are those that are durable, nothing less. And a lot of growers can attest to the fact that Mars Hydro grow lights pass this department. But, when the inevitable occurs or something happens to your Mars Hydro, you can trust that there is a warehouse or repair center available for you.

Whether you are in the United States, Canada, UK, Germany, or Australia, there is a repair center that can help you. So, if you are located in any of these countries, you will only be paying for local shipping, no custom tax required. Very convenient, right?

Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models

Safety

Obviously, you will not be watching over your plants every minute. So when you are growing plants, what you particularly need is peace of mind– not something that can trigger a disorder. “Are my grow lights overheating? Like, are my plants okay? Are they burning?” You never want to be bothered by these questions when you are doing other important stuff.

Definitely, you would want a product that ensures safety. With Mars Hydro and the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models, you can be confident that your plants are growing the way you intend them to.

Mars Hydro products like the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models are ETL/CE/RoHS certified. The parts inside are fireproof and the wires in the panel and power cord are UL certified. Not to forget, it has VDE socket. Mars Hydro guarantees user safety when growers use mars lights.

Package and Shipping

We are close to discussing the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models. But for now, let us talk about the package. Each package comes with led grow light, hanging kits, a power cord, a warranty card, and an instruction manual.

When it comes to shipping your package, you do not have to wait for eternity. You can expect your grow lights to arrive within 24-business hours.

LED Chip

You can find that Mars Reflector Series use high intensity 5W epistar LED chips. 

Application

The Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models and other Mars Hydro grow lights are not only for growing cannabis. These grow lights can also be used for growing vegetables like tomatoes, peppers, chilis, lettuce, and eggplants. Flowers, orchids, bonsai, even herbs can be grown with the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models too. And if you love fruits and berries, you can grow your own too with Mars Hydro products like Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models!

Reflector Series

One of the most known lineup of Mars Hydro is the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models. The Reflector Series comes in a wide range of sizes that are quite perfect for the grower who is value-minded. Because like we said, Mars Hydro is popular for budget-friendly LED Grow Lights.

The Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models is built with an assortment of 5 watt individual diodes. The Reflector Series comes in four different sizes – 48, 96, 144, or 195. Each of the models is with a unique reflector panel that has a mirror-like finish. This feature allows it to reflect and mix the emitting light.

If you continue reading, you can find the pros and cons of the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models, as well as the features of each of the models.

Pros of Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models

Technically, there are plenty of reasons why you need to consider Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models. But, we have listed only 10 advantages of the Reflector Series. Find out what these pros are.

First of all, the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models has a unique reflector panel design to focus more light for higher par value, definitely no light loss. The Reflector Series has Growth or Bloom Switches. You will notice that there is an IR 730nm which is great for flower stage.

The Mar Reflector Series is ETL/CE/RoHS certified. All of its parts inside are fireproof and the wires inside the panel are UL certified. Mars Hydro guarantees user safety when growers use mars hydro lights.

More Pros

The power cord that comes with the package is also UL certified with VDE socket.  It has high intensity Epistar 5W led chip. The Reflector Series can be used with a timer.

Another pro is that the package comes with led grow light, hanging kits, power cord, warranty card, and instruction manual. With other brands, you have to buy each of these things.  Another great thing about the Mars Hydro is that it has a 2-year manufacturer warranty. Lastly, according to the growers’ experience, the mars reflector series is good for mother plant, high THC, and great taste. What more can you ask for?

Cons of Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models

That should not be in plural because we can only find one disadvantage. The only downside of the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models is that it is not dimmable. Hopefully, that factor does not discourage you from getting the Reflector Series.

Common Technical Data

Of course, we will not let you go without telling you the common technical data of the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models

Leds View Angle:

90°/120° Mixed allows you to view.

Input Voltage:

Its input voltage is 85V-265V (AC)

Frequency Range:

It has a frequency range of 56~60Hz

Life Rating:

The Mars Reflector Series can last up to 50000-100000 hours

Certifications:

ETL/CE/RoHS

Cord Length:

Its cord is 6ft long

Model: Mars Hydro Mars Reflector 48 LED Grow Light

This Reflector Series model is an ideal choice for small growers and greenhouse lovers. Its 240W lights are perfect for the auto flower system that has 2’x 2’coverage for all seedling growth and flowering stages.

With a unique design of reflecting blades, it enables 200W MarsHydro lights to generate lighting beams that are of the same effects as traditional 360-400W HPS/HID lights.

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You can find more about this model’s specifications below.

Specifications

Number of LEDs: 48pcs

LED Type: High intensity 5W Epistar

Spectrum: 430-440nm, 450-475nm, 620-630nm, 650-670nm, 730nm, 2700K, 3500K

Actual Wattage (±5%): 99W/110v, 96W/220v

Veg/Flower Power: Veg power 65W, Flower power 33W

Amp Draw: 0.89A/110v, 0.46A/220v

Footprint Flower: Up to 1.5′ x 1.5′

Footprint Veg: Up to 2′ x 2′

Core PAR Value: 477 umols

Lumen Output : 4523 lumen

Replaces HPS/MH: 150 watt

Product Size: 12 x 10 x 3 inches

Net Weight: 5.4 lbs / 2.5 KG

Heat Output: 409 BTU

Noise Level: 56 DB

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Model: Mars Hydro Mars Reflector 96 LED Grow Light

Booming Light for Growing

The Mars Reflector 480W LED Grow Light Full Spectrum is a booming light for growing. It has a switch between grow or bloom mode that provides full spectrum for vegetables, flowers and aquatic plants. By using different types of natural sunlight, this model like the rest of the models in this guide takes care of all stages of the plants’ growth.

Energy-Saving

Did we mention it is also energy-saving? Its unique design of reflecting blades enable 480W MarsHydro lights to generate lighting beams. These beams has the same effects as traditional 650-720W HPS/HID lights.

Safe to Use

Plug in and turn on. There is a great guarantee that this model is safe to use. Its safety is ensured by the design of separate integrated circuit board and heat sink. Which means that any damage of one component will not cause fatal problem to the whole set. Growers love how its high speed heat-dissipating fans work efficiently to cool down the lights. It is important to note that these fans do not create noise.

Continue reading to find out more about its specifications.

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Specifications

Number of LEDs: 96pcs

LED Type: High intensity 5W Epistar

Spectrum: 430-440nm, 450-475nm, 620-630nm, 650-670nm, 730nm, 2700K, 3500K

Actual Wattage (±5%): 210W/110v, 207W/220v

Veg/Flower Power: Veg power 127W, Flower power 63W

Amp Draw: 1.93A/110v, 0.94A/220v

Footprint Flower: Up to 2′ x 3′

Footprint Veg: Up to 2.5′ x 3.5′

Core PAR Value: 680 umols

Lumen Output : 9040 lumen

Replaces HPS/MH: 250 watt

Product Size: 22 x 10 x 3 inches

Net Weight: 10 lbs / 4.5 KG

Heat Output: 467 BTU

Noise Level: 58 DB

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Model: Mars Hydro Mars Reflector 144 LED Grow Light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

This Mars Reflector Series grow light much like the rest provides indoor plants with the  high light penetration and full spectrum. It satisfies your plants’ light needs at all stages of growth. To help indoor plant growth at the stage of flower, IR is also added in this grow light.

The growth and bloom switches have been added to. So when the plants are in the growth stage, growers just have to turn the growth switch on. But when it is on the bloom stage, growers need to turn the both switches on.

Based on its reflective design, there is definitely light loss. This model is more efficient than the traditional T5, HPS, HID and MH lights.

Check out its specifications below.

Specifications

Number of LEDs: 144pcs

LED Type: High intensity 5W Epistar

Spectrum: 430-440nm, 450-475nm, 620-630nm, 650-670nm, 730nm, 2700K, 3500K

Actual Wattage (±5%): 298W/110v, 292W/220v

Veg/Flower Power: Veg power 194W, Flower power 97W

Amp Draw: 2.72A/110v, 1.39A/220v

Footprint Flower: Up to 2ft x 4ft

Footprint Veg: Up to 2.5ft x 4.5ft

Core PAR Value: 873 umols

Lumen Output : 13789 lumen

Replaces HPS/MH: 350 watt

Product Size: 33 x 10 x 3 inches

Net Weight: 15 lbs / 7 KG

Heat Output: 706 BTU

Noise Level: 61 DB

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Model: Mars Hydro Mars Reflector 192 LED Grow Light

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Like the other models, this on has a plug in and turn on. This model is designed to be safe. Due to its design of separate integrated circuit board and heat sink, the damage of one component will not cause a huge problem to the whole set. To cool down the lights and create no noise, the high speed heat-dissipating fans work efficiently for that.

It is important to note that it is also energy-saving. Because of its unique design of reflecting blades, this enables the 960W MarsHydro lights to generate lighting beams. These light beams are proven to achieve the same effects as traditional 1200-1300W HPS/HID lights.

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Continue reading to find its specifications.

Specifications

Number of LEDs: 192pcs

LED Type: High intensity 5W Epistar

Spectrum: 430-440nm, 450-475nm, 620-630nm, 650-670nm, 730nm, 2700K, 3500K

Actual Wattage (±5%): 388W/110v, 374W/220v

Veg/Flower Power: Veg power 253W, Flower power 129W

Amp Draw: 3.53A/110v, 1.79A/220v

Footprint Flower: Up to 4ft x 4ft

Footprint Veg: Up to 4.5ft x 4.5ft

Core PAR Value: 1200 umols

Lumen Output : 21981 lumen

Replaces HPS/MH: 450 watt

Product Size: 22 x 19 x 3 inches

Net Weight: 17 lbs / 8 KG

Heat Output: 1398 BTU

Noise Level: 57 DB

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Check out our review of the Mars Hydro Beginner Light 2 Series: Mars Old Model and Mars Eco Series.

Tips on Growing Plants Under Grow Lights

Now that you have knowledge of the Mars Reflector Series with 4 Different Models, we want you to leave with these easy tips of growing plants under grow lights.

Choose the Best Light

The best light for your plants are the right kind of light for your plant. You want to make sure that the lights you purchase will illuminate the entire plants area. To cover your growing area, you might need more than one light source to fully cover your area.

Remember that your grow lights should provide the proper spectrums of light for photosynthesis. You need to understand that is the key to plant growth.

There are a number of types of grow light types available in the market today. Each of these types has their own strengths and characteristics.

However, LED grow lights offer the latest technology on the market today. As you may now know, LED lights are xtremely energy efficient and have an ultra-low heat output.

LED grow lights offer an ideal light spectrum range.

Make Time for Lights Out

Your plants like you, also need rest. Therefore, darkness plays a very important role for the plant growth cycle. Most plants benefit from six or more hours of darkness a day. Allowing your plants to rest lets them recuperate from a whole day of growth. Resting also allows them to set their buds and fruits. A timer that controls your lights will make this task a bit easier.

A good rest allows plants to recuperate from a long day of growth and setting of buds and fruit. To make this task easier, use a timer to control lights.

Set the Perfect Temperature

For seed germination, warm conditions are ideal. You can invest in a seed-heating mat or keep your plants in areas that are warm. Once your seed has germinated, the seedlings can now benefit from temperatures that are cool. So, lower your room temperature to five to ten degrees cooler at night.

Grow Light Placement

The best arrangement is to hang or place your lights over the plant pots or beds. This technique mimics natural sunlight from overhead. It also exposes all sides of the plants and its leaves to the artificial lighting.

You just have to keep adjusting the placement of your grow lights as the plants mature and develop to keep the proper distance.

In addition, you need to remember that the lighting level required for indoor growing depends on the plants’ characteristics.

Don’t Forget to Rotate

If your lights are not able to cover your whole plant area, always rotate your plant arrangement weekly. The light in the middle will be more intense than that of the ends. So do not forget to rotate your plants if you want them to grow evenly. Also, allow enough space between your plants so that the leaves will barely touch.

Water

It is important that you check water daily. The plants you grow indoors under grow lights will dry out quick. Seedlings need to be moist but now soggy. Remember that overwatering your plants will only kill it.

There you have it. We hope you learned something from this guide. Hope to see you guys again!