Photoperiod control

General Specifications

Sunmatch Photoperiod Controller

Possible to activate 2 apparatus independently

  • The standard SunMatch Photoperiod Controller can control 1200 watts of incandescent or fluorescent lights;       
  • This capacity can be increased to a maximum of 6000 watts by the optional addition of up to four relays (RIF);
  • Accessory boxes (optional) can automatically turn on and each an electrical apparatus. These boxes act as interfaces between a 120V outlet and the apparatus;
  • Is it possible to replace one to two accessory boxes with our Electronic dimmers (MRA) to control up to two others photoperiods (manual mode only);

 

 

 

 

Photoperiod control with the Enviro-Monitron

 

The monitron can control 12 Volt DC current

Light fixtures can be located above each shelf

  • Series of light emitting diodes (LED);
  • 30 per shelf, maximum of 150 LED per unit;
  • Lights are enclosed in water-tight plastic fixtures;
  • The fixtures are fastened above each row of tanks and connected directly to the Monitron;
  • The open space left between the lid of the 9L tanks and the LED fixture is 9 cm;
  • Each LED provides 16 000 microcandella and comes in the standard white colour;
  • All tanks are guaranteed to receive the right amount of light;

Features

Automatic sunrise and sunset simulation

  • Lights come on and off gradually, eliminating stress associated with sudden changes in light intensity;
  • Simulated dawn and dust can enhance circadian rhythms;
  • You program the duration of dawn and dusk (1 to 99 min.);


Lets you program light intensity

  • Light intensity can be adjusted to satisfy this need (from 0 to 100% of maximum intensity);
  • Studies on circadian rhythms are eased with this feature;
  • Up to 16 different intensity fluctuations (pulse lighting) of various duration and intensities can be programmed on 24 hour cycles;

 

Astral photoperiod

  • For any geographical position (longitude, latitude) and date you program, a natural photo-period is created;


Dual operation

  • It is possible to gradually switch from the Manual mode (lights on and off at fixed times) to the Astral mode (natural photoperiod) at any date that you pre-program;


Changes season's length

  • The SunMatch Photoperiod Controller can increase or shorten seasons, and modify the duration of the year. For example, a year can be made with a short winter, followed by a long spring;
  • Visualize your photoperiod, a RS 232 exit permits to transfer data to a computer for graphical visualization of the last two months of utilization.