Best T5 LED grow light bars for seed starting
Linkable T5 bars come in 2-foot and 4-foot lengths. Pick the length that matches the shelf.
Not tested. These picks come from the specifications each maker publishes, read on the date below. We have not used the products. See how we pick products. Prices and stock change, so check the current listing before you buy.
| Barrina ML20 | Barrina MF10 | Barrina AAL20 (shop light) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4 ft | 2 ft | 4 ft |
| Power | 20 W | 10 W | 20 W |
| Colour temperature | 5000K | 5000K | 5000K |
| Lumens | Not stated | Not stated | 2,200 |
| Linkable | Up to 8 | Up to 16 | Yes |
| Beam angle | 120 degrees | 120 degrees | Not checked |
Which length for which shelf
- 48 inch shelf: 4 ft bars, one per row. Two rows for a 24 inch deep shelf.
- 24 inch shelf: 2 ft bars. A 24 x 12 inch shelf takes 1 bar (10 W).
- Mixed or changing shelves: 2 ft bars link into longer runs. Two of them make 4 ft.
Where to buy
On Amazon
These are links to Amazon product pages, not affiliate links. We chose them from Amazon search results by title and customer rating. We have not checked their specifications line by line, so read the current listing before you buy. Prices change, so none are shown here.
- Barrina T5 2 ft 20W (2 x 10W), 2-pack. Smallest pack.
- Barrina T5 2 ft 40W (4 x 10W), 4-pack.
- Barrina T5 2 ft 80W (8 x 10W), 8-pack.
- Barrina T5 4 ft 160W (8 x 20W), 8-pack.
See linking bars to one timer for the watts and timer check.
Sources
- Barrina: T5 20W LED grow light 4FT 5000K (ML20), manufacturer page
- Barrina: T5 10W LED grow light 2FT 5000K (MF10), manufacturer page
- Barrina: T5 20W LED shop lights 4FT 5000K 2200LM (AAL20), manufacturer page