How I design an LED grow light | The new MIGRO ARAY LED grow light

[@paradigmshiftcompany5205]

Your lights will be my next purchase for rebuilding my 4x8. You have been amazingly helpful and deserve every sale you get sir. Thank you for your unending education.

[@christoffer6527]

Im changing from a 4x8 to three individual 2x4 tents with the Aray 12. Will free up a lot of space in the room and reduce the cost and heat of running HPS

[@blacknass1943]

@@christoffer6527 :)

[@zumbaladin]

Your fixtures should be more popular, price is very competitive and the quality and specs are great (and you sharing your knowledge is priceless). I hope the energetic crisis won't be too harsh on your business (electricity bill is out of control in Italy), maybe the next step should be a Migro solar panel to reach energy independence for our plants.

[@halflife82]

Shane you are the best in the industry. Never lose your honesty, openness and integrity as that’s what will keep us all coming back to you. I love that you hold nothing back for information, and not trying to upsell anything. Your light’s modularity is ingenius!!! God bless. 💪👍

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@markb4546]

Hi Shane ,brilliant products ,an engineer's dream ,a simple idea amazingly imagined ,you really have covered every sinerio,super efficient ,with really simple but surprisingly strong build and light in weight ,which looks like amazing coverage ,don't be embarrassed for designing one of the best lights in the world ,with an unbelievable price tag A very big bang for not many bucks ,thanks Shane Good luck for the future

[@timan2039]

I love the design, it’s lean, adaptable with great efficiencies and easier to move than the large foldable fixtures.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@Oldmanpeace]

Just for context I have 4 years experience using HLG QB288's, spider farmer and viper spectra products . The Aray 8 have the highest build quality I have seen to date by some way, engineering and materials would not look out of place at German car Manufacturer. Just like a good Indy game, feels like a labour of love.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thank you for the kind words.

[@bobbyziggy85]

i think ur the first honest person in this industry….. love hearing your factual scientific info

[@brettc3275]

if anyone does read this and needs a new light then definitely get one of these. had my array 2 for a few months now, early days for a good review, but very impressed so far. Great value for a really quality product, invest your hard earned in one of these, you won't be disappointed. , Shane, don't be embarrassed, great product. It's your honesty and openness about other lights and your own that cinched the deal for me.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Brett

[@ChrisBcards]

What size tent do you run the array 2 in?

[@brettc3275]

@@ChrisBcards it's a 2x3 propagation tent, I'm limited in height, which is another reason i went with the aray.

[@alxs2666]

Flexibility is definitely one of the best features of my array 8. I can use only 4 modules for early veg and then set up different heights to perfectly match my canopy. No regrets whatsoever.

[@mattyburrows9059]

the sun produces around 2000ppfd.so do we need a dimmer for the sun for early veg

[@alxs2666]

@@mattyburrows9059 it’s about saving power and not using more than the plant needs. We’re indoor growers here, i don’t know what the sun’s ppfd got to do with it ?

[@kellyhill4410]

Really appreciate the time and information you share with us. Have been watching the channel for a while now. You have the respect of many followers and I do have intentions of getting your array light setup. The greatest selling point is the versatility of it. Thank you for this white review of your products

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Kelly

[@brianwilson8198]

After ~50 hours watching grow light vids and a few more tallying the numbers: efficiency/£kWh etc - I today purchased the Aray 3 for my first indoor garden and further self-sufficiency. Cheers for all your content chap 👍

[@Johnrc2058]

Is the light still going strong? I'm trying to decide on a new light for my 4x2 and I'm thinking the aray 4 might be it. I have a mars hydro tsl2000 right now and really like it but wanted to get a new one so I can have the tsl2000 for a backup

[@Mainewoodsgrow]

I love my Aray 8, certainly utilize the flexibility running mothers and seedlings in the same tent. Go Shane!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

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[@tlbennett1973]

I absolutely love your videos! Such stellar content. Quick and to the point while explaining in understandable terms.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

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[@gordonkenneth9354]

Hey Shane, thank you for everything that you do to promote indoor growing. There are so many light options available that it can be daunting for relative neophytes like myself to make an educated choice. Your selfless, generous approach to sharing information has been super helpful and much appreciated. Your designs make sense to me and the Migro products clearly reflect some of your best ideas and insight. Today I committed to getting serious about growing more of my own food and medicine, so decided to augment/upgrade from my dual Viparspectra P1000 setup (which you recommended). Of all the options available I made the easy choice to go with the Aray 4x2. The diffuse light spread and modularity were big factors for me, as was all the work you've put into this amazing channel. Thank you.

[@jimmyjo1375]

Being able to have two different heights and your honesty sold me on this light. Beautiful minimalistic design.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thank you very much!

[@Clutch_Cargrow]

Not growing yet but will DEFINITELY purchase an Aray 3 next year for a 3x3. Configuration of the lights is very practical and makes perfect sense, and being able to locate the driver away from the lights/outside the tent is a huge plus and a requirement for me.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@Houndsman9900]

Shane, I've tried the rest whilst watching your reviews. Alot of them dont exhist anymore. Now after a few years, your lights are now the only ones i will buy, mainly for your honest reviews, nice to see you bigging up your own array ❤️

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Luke

[@jakebrake7054]

The way you explained the efficiency, while using the “cheaper,” Samsung diodes, is brilliant!

[@harmonicliving3507]

The 4 looks great for a 2x4. Great coverage

[@alfalfaomega9290]

Your lights are really well thought out Shane, Kudos to you, having lights that are so versatile and offer growers more choice in their garden's - be it micro greens/vegetables or the devil's lettuce - is clever. Honest and humble horticulture at it's best. You get my vote.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

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[@weednerd_dwc]

all great improvements, i have the og aray 4 (pro red i thk), i def love the flexibility of arrangements with this design, and now you're just making them even better, bravo \m/

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@Chris-cq5dy]

Very nice light thank u for all u wisdom over the years for all the lights you've tested for us the Growers can't wait to try it out always a great show

[@wisconsinlife3971]

Just purchased the aray 3.. really respect your honesty and THATS why I chose this light..

[@truthhurts361]

My next Growlight in the next six month is a migro Array.

[@hamahamamies]

best light channel in youtube. keep up the great work man!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks

[@hiroyopoetker]

a spectacular array of lights! Absolutely brilliant!! I wish I was local enough to get some!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi Nicholas, We ship worldwide, please send us an email. [e-mail] Thanks.

[@jeffbrann1877]

I have used a handful of lights over the years, hps, mh, t5, the sun, and at this point i really only want to grow various plants under your lights. and its all about the canopy. the plants grow into a flat longitudinal 2 foot thick canopy with flowers popping up in every possible inch.. instead of, for example, the 5 foot round ball of a plant an hps would do. and i do it at about a 1/4 of the electricity. also having the driver away from the light is great. I started off with 1 aray 4 years ago and expanded into having 5. It is nice to be able to add more lights when things are getting big. i start thinking in terms for square footage of canopy. I had some lights running for a couple of years now with 0 problems, no broken bulbs, dont have to worry about burning the house down, really the only problem ive had with them is respecting the power of just 240 watts. It alway made the most sense to me to buy lights from the guy who reviews them. if anyone is going to know their lights it is that dude! and i stand behind that strategy today. Its no shame to remind people that your lights are the best. when in fact they are.

[@randylayhee3018]

It’s about time you promoted your own light, explaining why you made everything the way you did is extremely helpful and I know someone whos a new grower who could definitely could use a light just like this where you can adjust the height on just one part if you want and I never thought about how well this light would work for them until now

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Randy.

[@dackjanielz]

Looking forward to the upcoming single bar fixtures Shane, they are precisely what I've been waiting for. Would be great to see a low profile fixing option too, for those confined spaces with limited height. Keep up the good work!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi Stephen, The single bars can hang up to 5cm to the roof or underside of the tent. Thanks.

[@dackjanielz]

@@MIGROLIGHT Perfect, thank you sir :-)

[@DavidParkerToronto]

Shane, surprised it took you so long to do a video showcasing your own lights - I've been watching your channel for some time and honestly didn't know how flexible and well designed your lights were. The modular design is perfect/ideal... I'm only wish I knew this before I invested in the cobbled mish-mosh of lights I am now stuck with using!

[@vaughnwilliams3600]

Shane I am a new grower and just bought one of your 3x3 lights and shopped around ,liked you and your product keep up the good work and promote your stuff. you almost had me buy a spider farmer light but I bought A-RAY GOOD JOB

[@TheShamanicElf]

I love my Micro Array 4 ......power saving being in South Africa with limited power these are great with a Ups 720w i can still move forwards. Thanks for the vid, and thank goodness your here .....

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks

[@Kelsdoggy]

Awesome that you focus on all round efficiency

[@welshhomegrown934]

I think there amazing I had the aray8 got 4 turned off atm as just popped seeds so saving a fortune its honestly the best designed light I've come across and I was searching for an led light for over a year

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hey, Great to hear you are happy with it. We appreciate the feedback.

[@chriscaudill7326]

I love em, and hope to get some. I'm happy to see you putting out ur own products. Dont be embarrassed, be proud, and anyways who's better at this particular subject but you.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@ImaOkie]

Nice , your facility looks fantastic . Would be pretty cool to visit and check out all the lights . Perhaps a video tour !

[@kylehill2704]

Array is the next light purchase for sure. Amazing lights and the best modularity I’ve seen so far

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Kyle.

[@lizardking5002]

I think your idea is perfect. I grow in a curved room so configuration and expandability is key. 👏👍

[@liquidambar3688]

The single bar lights are a great idea. not only for seedlings but also modular for all those plants that do not need or even tolerate the light levels of small surface LED growlights, like for overwintering non hardy container plants. You could do a non dimmable version, like spider farmer's sf300/600 or Kingbrite's Xp 65 bar to cut costs.

[@Freedom_Born]

Great info Shane. I remember asking about the Aray 218s and why you don’t use 301s. When you replied the about efficiency it all fell into place. Now I’m not too concerned about seeing 218s instead of 301s advertised on fixtures.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, We are glad some of the confusion is cleared up. Thanks.

[@Freedom_Born]

@MIGRO Thanks mate, i felt embarrassed after you set it straight. Prob why i didn’t reply afterwards. Sincerest appreciation Shane. Much love from Down Under

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, No question is a silly question when you don't know the answer, thanks for the support.

[@Freedom_Born]

@MIGRO Lol cheers Shane. I was high when i commented, excuse the 218 (edit: 281*) mistake - apologies and thanks again

[@quentinaskin6752]

Great lights for different plants in 1 space maybe mother plants and baby ✂️cuttings and I love the remote drivers away from the heat better life span of drivers kooler space.

[@cuznclive2236]

Great lights (Aray 12 owner); I love them. As an electrician, I do not hang weight on electric cords; so I did my own thing, which took but a minute to figure out. Nonetheless, they perform perfectly! I love the flexibility as a grower who changes things around from time to time versus having a huge light that fits a specific size/area. Additionally, the remote driver(s) are worth their weight in gold for those who struggle with maintaining temperature. ***Bonus*** When you bang your head on them, we all do it, they hurt much less than heavy lights! Appreciated, and Steven(?) is correct; these lights need to be promoted. I wish I knew about them ~$1500 ago.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Thanks for the kind words, In relation to hanging from the cables, we have stress tested the cables up to a weight of 35kg with no issues. We understand your concern but it is perfectly safe to hang these fixtures as designed. Good luck with your grows.

[@KeyserSoze685]

Will DEFINITELY be my next purchase...I like the idea, format and flexibility. 😎👍

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thank you.

[@roberttomsiii3728]

Excited about the new lights for microgreens/seedlings. I don't need more lights but I want to reach back into my pocket to give you more of my money. 😁 Not that I don't get information from other sources but I find myself looking for a reason to buy your stuff.

[@p1ngu1no]

Those lights look super cool. Easy to clean.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

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[@brianroberts2001]

Wow, awesome product, you checked all the boxes!!

[@Eric-dz1we]

You have proved yourself intelligent & honest and I have been wanting to hear about your lights thank you and the way they can be used please don't be modest for my sake do more!! I'm going for the 8

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Eric

[@caveira13]

Have an array 2 since feb 2021. great light. no problems att all. and the plants are happy to! :)

[@rosinstuff6762]

Always enjoy your informative videos. Thanks for this channel!!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@omega.7534]

First time ive seen your aray light close up. Its a awesome piece of kit with some clever engineering. For the price they are a very very high quality well put together higher end side piece of kit. Good bit of work that, well done.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@seanpaula8924]

Array 3 is what I'd like to get into. Hopefully soon. Thank you for your work Shane.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks, If you have any questions just send us an email.

[@Midiman54]

I’m curious as to what the bin is for the LM281B diodes? Great content it looks like a great light. I’m definitely considering it as my next purchase

[@СлавикСлавентино]

Excellent light! Everything is scientifically thought out.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@christoffer6527]

Just received and assembled my Migro lights and Im very happy with them! This new design is really good. The only thing I would suggest is to make it even more rigid. The Aray4 is so long that it feels a bit fragile when moving them around/lifting them.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi Christopher, Great to hear you are happy with the lights and thank you for the feedback.

[@christoffer6527]

@@MIGROLIGHT if you can figure out a way to fit four bracket screws in a cross pattern X-shape, rather than the two in I-shape. It would make thing more stable I think. Edit: im an idiot with no idea about engineering so dont take my word for it

[@deco2132]

I bought a mars hydro fc 4800 a while back - its been a good light but a little bulky - I think im going to save up and try a migro - the flexible, modular design is an excellent idea. Well done guys.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Thanks we appreciate that.

[@rmcnasty7319]

Your lights are good in if I goes out, your ok till u get a replacement. as the others will fill in And not leave your plants in the dark. Also makes a good side light. Thank you for sharing your Videos.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks

[@daluxnutz]

The perfect ARAY, keep keeping on Legend

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@lovefortheplant6997]

Love the concept behind these 💚🌱💨

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thank you

[@Smokertoker]

Love the idea of a modular system just wish this was available earlier! Next tent setup maybe? ;)

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@Ser-xk1pu]

It would be interesting to make a comparison between the led cree cxb 3590 [Migro] vs quantum board. So far I can't find a video on this topic and it seems to me that he believes is superior cree cxb. Thanks.

[@robtheknob7791]

Fantastic product! Thank you for sharing!

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@theartofbushido3714]

I would love to try migro lights, Definitely the next fixture to try on my list

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@TheGuy-xk9sf]

Definitely gonna check one of these out

[@timpage5021]

Shane I really hope you release the clone seedling light. That’s a market that’s not really covered very well.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi Tim, We will be releasing the single bar light in about three weeks, you can signup to the website for notifications on the release date. Thanks.

[@timpage5021]

@@MIGROLIGHT awesome. Thank you.

[@buddyholly5246]

I have the Aray 4 and I love it. Well made product.

[@KevFPV]

Your lights are beautiful !

[@TheSpeechkiss]

I just finished reading about the LED driver that MIGRO uses and I was quite surprised that this was never highlighted. It has inbuilt protection from: Output over voltage Over temperature Short circuits In the event of any of the above the driver will shut down. The driver will automatically restart if the conditions return to normal. Is this a normal thing and all LED lights nowadays come with features like that ? Or is it Shane being humble as always ?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, This protection is built into most of the higher end drivers. Thanks.

[@TheSpeechkiss]

@@MIGROLIGHT okay thanks, damn great features I have to say.

[@magnumopus9631]

great light Migro,thx for video,and info as always

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@MrMymorph]

Big fan Shane, been using 12months plus. & Very interested in the single bar microgreen setup you got trialing there. Ive also got these earmarked for a new 6*3. Grow area next season.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks, You can signup to the website for notifications on the release of the single bar fixtures.

[@MrElemonator]

I’ll buy a light if you consider a Christmas tree grow light strand. My thought is you connect the strand to the main light and wrap the plant while the string of lights is on a on/off timer you set. Potentially building a plant up like it’s at the gym.

[@maxbrank]

For me Migro stands for smart and clever. You didn't go through all that testing and then come up with something that's just a lot of hooey. Your approach is clearly the best, the most thoughtful, it's scalable, you only consume what is smart to consume (especially with electricity prices taking off stratospherically). And frankly, there are plenty of big all-in-one models on the market....

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks

[@SimplyGrowBudz]

Just absolutely astonishing

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@joeymusacchio9816]

Good work, I like how you are using the LM281B chips.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@joophunt5569]

Great video!

[@thombaz]

And the best part for me is the EU warehouse, thank you for the great work.

[@RotationFSX]

Great company.. Well done Shane

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@ryansmith-nx5qy]

Hi bud , would i be able to put an aray 3 in a 3 x 2 tent, seem like great lights especialy for air flow

[@CannabisTechLife]

Do you think you'll ever integrate some smart features likes dimming up and down before a lights on/off schedule?

[@corey688]

Hi Shane , do you know where one could get a full spectrum led strip with just a single row of LED’s (8-10mm width) that contain the 3000k, 5000k and the extended IR ?

[@thomasneedham8003]

Wish you could have put this out sooner, I have watched literally hours of your videos and always thought you only sold in UK. I will be spreading the word to my other grow friends.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hey, Thanks we appreciate the support.

[@tomazgaber3798]

Hi Shane. Beautiful and well engineered lights but I won't to know how good dey really are,because you heve a lower wattage than others. Good luck and thanks for PAR mapping the new lights!!! 🤙

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Yes we try to keep the wattage as low as possible, our lights are engineered for the given space recommended. Thanks.

[@tomazgaber3798]

I know Shane I so the PAR maps I am with you from the start I think. I have 600w Lumatek Pro and without CO2 its to much power. I will run next grow yust at 450W - 75%and lower the light a little bit. I am watching your Lighs now from the start but I am a grower and I don't heve any credit cards so I am paying ewrything on the hend Kesh so I didn't buy enything yet but I will 😁I need new lights for one of my tents and your UV Ligh is the best I think. I think you will sad:"best bank for your buck"!!! I wish you all the best bro, hewe a great day and stay madicated 🤙

[@tomazgaber3798]

Sorry for my writing 😂

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks Tomaz

[@malikchibouni9236]

minimalist design that leaves space in the box is excellent! But did the update change the spectrum which looks different on your site from that of this video. In any case the aray will be my next purchase. thanks

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, The spectrum is slightly change but not much, the upgrades are mainly the daisy chaining of power and dimming and the connector brackets have been upgraded also. Thanks.

[@roccgrow9863]

I would like to see a comparison video about the old and the new Mars Hydro TSW2000

[@brushsuka]

Excellent update . Great video

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@brushsuka]

@@MIGROLIGHT With pleasure you do a fantastic job. I personally have learned watching your videos . I still would love a extra modular feature so the light can connect together in linear way maybe those new lights you have may be able to do that . Wishing you all the success

[@biggirthgarage7772]

Hi hope you are good could you please tell me if you have made a video on how to use a LUX tester thanks gaz

[@alainlevin6965]

Hi Shane did It s on his channel

[@biggirthgarage7772]

@@alainlevin6965 ok thanks

[@Sproutt]

The sexiest light out there

[@Captain-TMK]

Superb video, it just lacks: a comparative table between your products and those of the competition, an indication of the number of watts per bar on your products, you may need a "dimmer" option separate from the "Driver / pilot " I have the Migro Aray 3 and I am very happy with it, superb quality, next order is directly from you and nowhere else. above all, do not change anything, stay on this price range and this exceptional quality What release date for the seed lamp? single bar? Thanks

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hey Alexandre, Thank you for the kind words. We will be releasing the single bar fixtures in about three weeks time, you can signup to the website for notifications on the release. Thanks.

[@denniskartes1302]

Extremely well designed lighting system. Best of luck to you. Definitely will be looking into your products. Edit. Also,the "look" of the lights are badass. I know that's not really important,but compared to the comical design and color schemes of the new Spider farmers.. these are a piece of art. Definitely give the design team a paid vacation.

[@ickeberlin6364]

Hey Shane, do you plan to upgrade the uvb fixture in terms of quality? Thank you very much and have a nice day 🌍💚

[@richardgrimbleby7853]

Smashing video I always enjoy your work Shane ime currently using a spider farmer sf4000 in a 3ft 2inch X 3ft2inch space for my hhm chilli's but not been really happy with them as soon as I get the chance to move them on I dearly want to go for the migro 300 Ime guessing the extra couple of inches shouldn't have too much effect or would it be better to bring it to 3x3 with say cpl of sheets of insulation many thanks

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi Richard, The ARAY 3 will perform well in your grow space. Thanks.

[@georgem.6136]

I really like all the different choices, think it’s time to upgrade the 5x5 light

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@DennisGlowacki]

Love you and your lights

[@NoemadZ.]

These lights are becoming much more interesting to me... Piqued indeed.

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Thanks.

[@TheGrowTentGuys]

Always love your content. You bring great information to the public. I really hope for your business success. Are you still only selling in the EU?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Thanks for that. We ship worldwide and have warehouses in the US also. Thanks.

[@dronenut6359]

What kinda lumins does the 2x4 light produce

[@Санчес-я1т]

2:53 I don't understand, can you elaborate on this? Please. Is a lot of far red pulling up the stem of the plant?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Added far red increases stretching in certain plants, it's a shade avoidance mechanism within the plant. Thanks.

[@Санчес-я1т]

@@MIGROLIGHT Cool! Thank you!

[@TheOfficialBeZii]

any specific source you recomend me to go for if buying from Europe?

[@michael2305]

I'm pretty sure four Array3's would be superb in a 5x5. Would be interesting, how they would do at 75% in that area. 🤔

[@a.e.4032]

Have you looked at the uva uvb n far red supplemental lights for the growers choice roi-e720? If so plz guide me to that video. If not i was just wondering bcuz i was thinking about getting them. Thank you in advance.

[@andrej7593]

Very very happy with my Aray 2! When are the small seedling/micro lights you showed coming out?

[@MIGROLIGHT]

Hi, Great to hear your happy with the ARAY 2. We will be releasing the one bar fixtures in about three weeks time, you can signup to the website for notifications on the release. Thanks.