Find answers to common questions about CleanLight products and how they can benefit your space. Whether you're curious about functionality, usage, or maintenance, our FAQs have you covered. If you don't see what you're looking for, feel free to contact us directly for more information.
Frequently Asked Questions
Usage & Application
For what crops can CleanLight be used?
For plants, flowers, fruits, vegetables and herbs.
Is the CleanLight technology also usable in the open air?
The CleanLight technology is usable in the open air. Crops in the open air are usually stronger and can therefore endure more light. Plants outside can be lightet up to 10 seconds on one spot.
Can CleanLight USA help me with a commercial application?
The CleanLight retail line is based on success of our commercial line. Email us or call us to hear what we can offer your commercial or large scale operation.
How often should CleanLight be used?
CleanLight advices to use the CleanLight Hobby Unit on a daily basis. Against powdery mildew or other fungus types that do not grow into the plant it is also possible to use the light 2 or 3 times per week.
Is the CleanLight technology not dangerous for the crop?
In the past years, CleanLight conducted a lot of research regarding this subject, with positive results.
Which fungi does CleanLight kill?
All fungi that grows from the outside in. Fungus that is easy to kill with Cleanlight UV crop protection is for example powdery mildew, this type of fungus stays "on" the plant. Diseases that can be lighted with CleanLight UV lamps will be killed. With regard to botrytis, this fungus can be killed as well with CleanLight but if it grew into the plant or crop it is not possible to cure it again.
Does CleanLight fight spider mites or aphids?
The CleanLight method will have little or no effect on the deactivation of spider mites or lice. However, what is proven is that less spraying will make the leaves and stem of a plant stronger. The wax layer remains intact, and therefore the epidermis of the crop is also strengthened.
This has a positive effect on the immune system of a plant. It is resistant to any infestations of spider mites or lice.
Is the CleanLight technology harmful to biological pesticides such as little bugs?
No, this very low dose of UV-C light is not harmful to natural fighters. Practical experience has shown, several of our satisfied users work with the combination of CleanLight and their biological control method.
What are the advantages of using CleanLight?
Fights fungus, bacteria and viruses.
Does not leave any residue's on the crop.
Safe Plug & Play unit.
100% Biological.
Effectiveness & Benefits
Technical & Product Information
What is the durability of a UV-C bulb?
CleanLight advises to replace the bulb once in the two years. The light bulb is tested and works 4000-6500 hours. This mainly depends on the amount of off/on switches.
How long should the CleanLight modules warm up before using it?
CleanLight recommends to let the Hobby Unit warm up for one minute before you start the treatment.
How many square feet will the CleanLight Air treat?
The CleanLight Air will treat rooms up to 100 cubic meters or 3500 square feet. What does this mean in square feet? If your ceiling is eight feet high, than CleanLight will treat a 437.5 square foot room.
If my room is smaller than 437.5 square feet, can I still use the CleanLight Air?
The CleanLight Air will work in rooms smaller than 437.5 square feet. There is no minimum square foot requirement.
The CleanLight retail line is based on success of our commercial line. Email us or call us to hear what we can offer your commercial or large scale operation.
Will the CleanLight Air work in rooms larger than 3500 cubic feet?
Most of our growers will purchase multiple units if their room is larger than 3500 cubic feet. We then suggest putting the units on opposite sides of the room.
How long will the lamps last?
CleanLight NL the Dutch company that partners with CleanLight USA, recommends replacing the lamp every two years in both the CleanLight Pro and Hobby Unit. This works out to between 4000 – 6500 hours of use. The Lamp in the CleanLight Air should be replace once a year with continuous use.
The CleanLight retail line is based on success of our commercial line. Email us or call us to hear what we can offer your commercial or large scale operation.
Do you sell replacement lamps and filters?
Absolutely. CleanLight USA can get replacement lamps and filters for the CleanLight Hobby Unit, CleanLight Pro and CleanLight Air. Please go to our store to order them or click here.
The CleanLight retail line is based on success of our commercial line. Email us or call us to hear what we can offer your commercial or large scale operation.
What is the best way to contact CleanLight USA?
The best way to contact us is by emailing info@stoppowderymildew.com. We generally answer emails by the next business day.
Where do you ship from?
All our products in our webshop are shipped from Wageningen, The Netherlands.
The shipment takes 1 to 3 business days to arrive.
Do you offer express shipping?
Yes, we ship all our products with UPS Express. The shipment takes 1 to 3 business days to arrive.
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