I'm not sure what a "grow light" is, but is this for outdoor use? OK, I just googled it. Let me rephrase: Is this fixture suitable for outdoor use AND is it suitable for non-plant light--I just want to light a shed. I'm not sure what a "grow light" is, but is this for outdoor use? OK, I just googled it. Let me rephrase: Is this fixture suitable for outdoor use AND is it suitable for... » Read More I'm not sure what a "grow light" is, but is this for outdoor use? OK, I just googled it. Let me rephrase: Is this fixture suitable for outdoor use AND is it suitable for non-plant light--I just want to light a shed. « Show Less
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As long as there is no moisture, like rain gets on it, should work. I would contact the mfg to be sure
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A grow light is a fixture designed to provide full-spectrum light to plants grown inside, such as seedlings or hydroponics. As such, I don't imagine that this light fixture is weather-proof. If your shed does not leak, then you will probably be safe with this unit, but I imagine you could find a light fixture for a lower price that better suits your needs.
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I use it indoors as a fixture for fluorescent lights for my reptiles. I agree with Carolyn L that it would be ok outside away from water.
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It is to start your plants indoors. It emits the sun. What you are looking for is a suspended light fixture.
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I have only used it in my basement as a growing lamp for plants, but I would think you could use it outside in a shed. Of course, make sure no water would get on it.
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I contacted the company earlier and they said that it is NOT meant for outdoors. Thanks for all the answers.
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Yes, that's what I was using it for - as uplighting on some trees in the backyard. But unfortunately I had to return it because rain water accumulated inside the bulb and it shorted out. Whether that was due to the socket fixture not fitting well, the rubber seal not being tight enough or some other reason - I don't really know.
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i use it on plants that i keep in the garage over the winter. i do use several at the same time. i also use 48" florescent grow lights.
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Nope - it is designed to be used as part of a low voltage lighting system as you would use in your garden.
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It would work outdoors, just not as well as indoors, and avoid moisture such as rain, snow, etc... As to the heat issue, this is a LED light and it does not get hot. You can run it as long as you want without any heat issues. I have a light tree with this light and several other American DJ LED lights and they run for hours at a time, never any heat. Because it is LED, it will work for a long time and you don't have to worry about replacing bulbs.
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I would echo what the others have said. Although it's a great light, it's probably not the right light for a planted tank. Unplanted tank that size, I say 2 would be enough.
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Its an excellent light it should fill all your needs . You can purchase a light for your plants but its not necessary. I love it!
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I am also not sure what you mean by "daylight" bulb. If you are planning to use it as a grow bulb, I do not think it will function well in that purpose. This bulb does throw out a nice white (as compared to yellow) light, and it does make reading fairly easy.
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The description says something like don't pay attention to the box it comes in...it can be used outdoors! However, not sure about sensor lights. You might want to email the company or call an electrician for their advice. They are instant on, but I use them in recessed lighting fixtures in the kitchen. Hope I helped a little.
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No, an outside fixture that exposes the light bulbs to the weather should not have "regular" bulbs... such bulbs are intended to used inside, protected from the weather. You must use an exterior bulb, easy to find in a flood lamp, also in energy efficient flood/spot bulbs. Be careful to check that the bulb is able to stand up to rain and snow hitting it, even when it is hot. Of course if you put the fixture inside a "box" and shine the light out a window, regular bulbs can be successfully used LOL.
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it's really up to the bulb you choose. this fixture does not include bulbs. I recommend you go to Home Depot or Lowes and buy a 4 tube shop fixture and grow light bulbs, put them within 8-10 inches of your plants and they will continue through the entire plant life. My experience is that grow lights are not quite as effective as sunlight for vegetable production, but they can be pretty effective if you run them 12-14 hours per day, and fluorescent uses much less power and makes less heat than comparable output from incandescent. .
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Hello my friend Philip,Frankly speaking, I would not recommend you to install this downlight outside. As you can see, it is not waterproof , nor weather-proof.So pls kindly install it for indoor to maintain the downlight a long using lifespan and a good working condition.Any question, pls contact Lemonbest freely, as we're always here for your help.Nice day.Lemonbest
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This fixture is better than Home Depot's fixture. Home Depot's has to be put together. The wire has to be attached. All I had to do with thisfixture, was screw in the hangers in the boards. Attach chain, pull chain on. I went through all they had at Home Depot. Nothing came close.As far as grow light, that is in the fluorescent tube itself. In my old fixtures, I just bought the tube. Hope this helps.
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On the back of this device it states "for indoor use only". I had purchased it for outside and then after reading the back of the device, I called Impact Studio Lighting (company that manufactures the device). According to them, it should not be used for long periods of time, and it can not get wet. It could over heat if used for long periods of time and it is not made for outdoor use...I had purchased this device to use with rope lighting that I had outside ...I was so glad that I read the instructions and contacted the the company before I had damaged the device by leaving it outdoors connected to a timer... I would have be out of 50+ bucks. I mailed it back! On the back of this device it states "for indoor use only". I had purchased it for outside and then after reading the back of the device, I called Impact Studio Lighting (company that manufactures the device). According to them, it should not be used for long periods of time, and it can not get wet. It could over heat if used for long periods of time and it is not made for outdoor use...I had purchased this device to use with rope lighting that I had outside ...I was so glad that I read the instructions and contacted the the company before I had damaged the device by leaving it... » Read More On the back of this device it states "for indoor use only". I had purchased it for outside and then after reading the back of the device, I called Impact Studio Lighting (company that manufactures the device). According to them, it should not be used for long periods of time, and it can not get wet. It could over heat if used for long periods of time and it is not made for outdoor use...I had purchased this device to use with rope lighting that I had outside ...I was so glad that I read the instructions and contacted the the company before I had damaged the device by leaving it outdoors connected to a timer... I would have be out of 50+ bucks. I mailed it back! « Show Less
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These lights were meant to use indoors. You can use it outdoor, but it must be completely protected from the elements. Water damage will also void your 2 year warranty. We hope this helped! Happy Growing
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Don't have a clue...this light is very bright & we have used in an outdoor fixture because it was rated for outdoor use. Am very pleased and it has a long life.
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Please disregard my previous answer; hit the wrong key. No, I wouldn't use it outside, totally exposed to the weather. People have used these in their garages, but never completely outside. I use them in my basement, which works really well, but these light fixtures were actually designed to be used in photography applications. People just adapt them for use in their houses and garages.