Product Overview
SYLVANIA Gro-Lux® Wide Spectrum | 40W | 48" T12 Fluorescent Plant & Aquarium Lamp
The Sylvania F40GROAQWSRP Gro-Lux is a specialized 40-watt wide spectrum fluorescent lamp engineered specifically to promote healthy plant growth and vibrant aquatic environments. Designed with a precise 3400K color temperature and a high CRI of 89, this 4-foot T12 tube emits the essential wavelengths of light required for photosynthesis and natural color enhancement. With a robust 20,000-hour rated life, it offers a reliable, long-term solution for indoor gardening, greenhouses, and specialized aquarium setups, ensuring that both flora and fauna thrive under optimal lighting conditions.
| Wattage 40W 4ft T12 Tube | Spectrum Wide Plant Growth | Base G13 Medium Bi-Pin | Rated Life 20,000h Long Cycle |
Engineered for Vitality and Performance
The Gro-Lux® Wide Spectrum series is recognized for its ability to simulate the most beneficial parts of the solar spectrum for chlorophyll synthesis. This 48-inch lamp produces 1700 initial lumens, providing deep light penetration for dense foliage or deeper aquarium tanks. Its T12 diameter and standard G13 base ensure compatibility with most traditional fluorescent shop lights and specialized grow fixtures. When operated on high-quality ballasts meeting ANSI specifications, this lamp provides consistent, life-sustaining energy for your indoor ecosystem.
- Wide Spectrum Technology: Tailored light energy to stimulate vegetative growth and flowering in indoor plants.
- Aquarium Optimized: Enhances the natural colors of tropical fish while supporting the growth of live aquatic plants.
- High Color Rendering: A CRI of 89 ensures that plants and fish appear vivid and true to life.
- Extended Durability: Rated for 20,000 hours; life expectancy increases significantly with longer burning cycles.
Technical Specifications
- Brand: SYLVANIA
- Product Line: Gro-Lux® Wide Spectrum
- Ordering Code: F40GROAQWSRP
- Wattage: 40W
- Base Type: G13 (Medium Bi-Pin)
- Initial Lumens: 1,700 lm (after 100 hours)
- Color Temperature: 3400K
- Color Rendering Index (CRI): 89
- Rated Average Life: 20,000 Hours (based on 3hr cycles)
- Dimensions: 47.78" (Length) x 1.5" (Diameter)
Ideal Applications
- Indoor Gardening: Seed starting, flowering plants, and year-round herb gardens.
- Aquariums: Freshwater tanks with live plants or tropical fish displays.
- Commercial Greenhouses: Supplemental lighting for nurseries and floral displays.
- Educational Labs: Botany research and biology classroom experiments.
