Mars Hydro FC-1500 EVO LED Grow Light

The Mars Hydro FC1500-EVO is a compact yet powerful full-spectrum LED grow light that excels in efficiency and light output. With a power output of 150 watts ±5% (approximately 150 watts at 100% output) and a PPE of 2.85 µmol/J, this lamp provides a lot of usable light per watt consumed, ideal for energy-efficient grow setups. The lamp uses high-quality Samsung LM301H EVO chips, guarantees a stable, broad spectrum, and offers coverage of approximately 70×70 cm thanks to its compact size of only 41×40 cm. In addition, the Mars Hydro FC1500-EVO is continuously dimmable from 20–100%, making the grow light suitable for every type of growth phase.

Key features

• Power consumption: 150 watts
• Growth footprint: 80 x 80 centimeters
• Flowering footprint: 70 x 70 centimeters
• Efficiency: 2.85 µmol/J
• Diodes: Samsung LM301H EVO
• Spectrum: Full spectrum
  
  

Samsung LM301H EVO LED chips

The Mars Hydro FC-1500 EVO utilizes premium Samsung LM301H EVO LED chips, known for their high photon output and long lifespan. These chips offer improved binning and stability compared to previous generations, resulting in consistent light color and output over time. Thanks to LM301H EVO technology, you get an even, high-quality spectrum with low degradation, better heat resistance, and reliable performance for all stages of plant growth.

Powerful with only 150 watts of power consumption

The Mars Hydro FC-1500 EVO's nominal power consumption is around 150 watts with a tolerance of ±5%, ensuring predictable energy costs during continuous use. This wattage provides sufficient light for compact grow rooms while the device emits relatively little heat compared to traditional HPS/CMH systems. For users, this means clear electricity consumption and easy calculation of operating costs per day or month.

Efficiency of 2.85 µmol/J

With a PPE of 2.85 µmol/J, the Mars Hydro FC-1500 EVO is one of the more efficient LED options for indoor growing. PPE (photosynthetic photon efficacy) indicates how many usable photosynthetic photons are produced per joule of energy consumed, and a value of 2.85 means that the FC1500 effectively converts light from the energy input. This efficiency helps maximize yield per kilowatt hour consumed, thereby reducing energy costs and heat production during the growth cycle. Full spectrum and PAR coverage

The FC 1500 EVO delivers an even full spectrum covering the entire PAR band (400–700 nm), which is essential for both vegetative growth and flowering. The spectrum is balanced with sufficient blue and red light and a full white component for natural plant development and leaf health. Thanks to its optical layout and lensing, the lamp provides consistent PAR coverage, ensuring that plants within the recommended growing area are evenly illuminated.

Smart control & dimming

The Mars Hydro Smart FC1500 EVO is compatible with the optional MarsHydro iConnect smart control, which allows growers to easily program and manage the lamp via an app or controller. Features such as dimming, schedules, multiple presets, and group management allow light profiles to be optimized for different growth stages. iConnect simplifies scaling to multiple units and increases user-friendliness through remote control and organized automation.