Does Cmh Have Uv?

CMH grow lights provide UV (ultra violet) radiation, which although being outside of our range of vision is beneficial (at certain ranges and intensities) to plant growth and development. They produce UV-A, UV-B and UV-C Light, but UV-C is generally very harmful to human eyes.

Are CMH lights bad for your eyes?

CMH emits large amounts of ultraviolet (UV) light. This stresses plants, making them heartier and triggering production of turpines and THC. However, the effects of UV exposure on humans include cataracts, macular degeneration, pingueculae, pterygia—and skin cancer.

Are CMH lights safe?

It is important to note that, overall, CMH lamps are safe, but it is always better to be safe than sorry. The bottom line? If you want to keep up with your competition, you should considering making the switch to ceramic metal halide grow lights.