User Manual

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The Aspect is unique because it creates light using a balance of blue, green
and red. We focused on a 1:4 ratio of blue to red light for healthy root and
stem development. This ratio is critical because blue light supports root
development and dense plant growth, while red light supports plant growth
and flowering. An unbalanced spectrum will cause deformation, elongation,
or a weak root system. We also provided enough far-red light (680+ nm) to
enhance the photosynthetic efficiency of other wavelengths using a process
called the Emerson effect.
Typical LED bulbs create white light using only blue and yellow light
(below). The lack of red light does not support healthy plant life.
Fluorescent lights (below) are popular for small plants and starting
seedlings. They often do not produce enough red light to support most
plants. These bulbs also contain harmful mercury and have a short lifespan.
High-intensity discharge and metal-halide lights are popular bulbs used in
large commercial grow operations. These bulbs consume the most electric
and produce the highest amounts of light and heat.