{"product_id":"uv-upgrade-kit-for-mint-white-series-2-uv-bars-100w-driver","title":"UV Upgrade Kit (2 UV bars + 100w driver) or Far Red Upgrade Kit (2 FR bars + 100w driver)","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMammoth UV Upgrade kit or Far Red Upgrade Kit\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoose Your Spectrum:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOption 1: UV (uva + uvb) upgrade kit (2 bars)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOption 2 : 730nm Far Red upgrade kit (2 bars)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd targeted supplemental spectrum to your Mammoth grow lights with the Mammoth \u003cstrong\u003eUV or a Far Red Upgrade Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose \u003cstrong\u003eUV\u003c\/strong\u003e for targeted ultraviolet exposure or \u003cstrong\u003eFar Red\u003c\/strong\u003e for 730nm phytochrome signaling. Both options use the same compact bar design and clip directly onto compatible Mammoth fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eOPTION 1 — TRUE UV\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAuthentic, Targeted UV Spectrum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mammoth UV Kit delivers targeted \u003cstrong\u003eUVA (400nm) and UVB (295nm)\u003c\/strong\u003e wavelengths. Controlled UV exposure can trigger plant defense responses associated with increased secondary metabolite production, including cannabinoids, terpenes and flavonoids.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHigh Power, High Diode Count\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e100W total power • 136 diodes per bar\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany competing UV products use significantly lower power and diode counts. With UV, intensity and proper wavelength matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use UV\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor best results, we recommend using UV during the \u003cstrong\u003efinal 2–3 weeks of flowering\u003c\/strong\u003e. It can also be used during the dark period in controlled applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not disrupt the plant's normal photoperiod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy UV?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eControlled UV exposure has been shown to:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStimulate plant defense mechanisms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInfluence cannabinoid and secondary metabolite production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupport terpene and resin development\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHelp plants respond to environmental stress\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e⚠️ \u003cstrong\u003eMore UV isn't necessarily better.\u003c\/strong\u003e Excessive exposure can stress or damage plants. Follow recommended intensity and exposure guidelines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our blog section for updated and targeted strategies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mammothlighting.com\/blogs\/news\"\u003eEducation – Mammoth Lighting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eOPTION 2 — 730nm FAR RED\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTargeted Far Red Spectrum\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mammoth Far Red Kit delivers concentrated \u003cstrong\u003e730nm Far Red\u003c\/strong\u003e, an important component of natural sunlight and a key signal in the plant's \u003cstrong\u003ephytochrome system\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFar Red works together with red light to influence plant architecture, flowering response, leaf positioning and how the plant perceives its light environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Far Red?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdding targeted 730nm Far Red can influence:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant structure and internode spacing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlowering and developmental responses\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePhytochrome signaling\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLeaf positioning and canopy structure\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight-use efficiency when combined with red wavelengths\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Red + Far Red Relationship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFar Red isn't simply \"more red.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants respond to the \u003cstrong\u003ebalance between red and Far Red\u003c\/strong\u003e, which is one reason natural sunlight contains both wavelengths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Mammoth Far Red Kit allows growers to add targeted 730nm Far Red to their existing full-spectrum lighting without changing the primary spectrum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use Far Red\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse Far Red as supplemental lighting alongside your primary full-spectrum fixtures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt can be used throughout the flowering cycle or during specific portions of the light cycle depending on the desired plant response.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMonitor cultivar response\u003c\/strong\u003e, as Far Red can influence stretch and plant architecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee our blog section for updated and targeted strategies:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/mammothlighting.com\/blogs\/news\"\u003eEducation – Mammoth Lighting\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTWO Different Purchase OPTIONS.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose the spectrum that fits your grow:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e🔬 \u003cstrong\u003eUV — 400nm + 295nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTargeted UV • Plant defense • Secondary metabolites\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e☀️ \u003cstrong\u003eFAR RED — 730nm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePhytochrome signaling • Plant architecture • Flowering response\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Supplemental LED Upgrade Kit\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConfiguration:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2-Bar System\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower:\u003c\/strong\u003e 100W ± 5%\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase UV Option 1:\u003c\/strong\u003e UVA 400nm + UVB 295nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePurchase Far Red Option 2:\u003c\/strong\u003e 730nm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBeam Angle:\u003c\/strong\u003e 120°\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Same bar dimensions for both options - attach to all mammoth 44\" lights or hang independent.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10,000 hours\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1-Year Manufacturer Warranty\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible Installation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach kit includes \u003cstrong\u003e2 supplemental bars and a dedicated driver\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to clip directly onto compatible \u003cstrong\u003eMammoth Mint White Series and Nova Series\u003c\/strong\u003e fixtures. Can also be used as a standalone supplemental light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMammoth Lighting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost grow lights focus on PPFD and efficacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMammoth looks at the \u003cstrong\u003eentire spectrum—and how plants respond to it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose UV when you want targeted ultraviolet exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose Far Red when you want to add a targeted 730nm signal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore control over your spectrum. More control over your grow.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAcademic References\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLydon, J., Teramura, A.H., \u0026amp; Coffman, C.B. (1987). UV-B radiation effects on cannabinoid production in \u003cem\u003eCannabis sativa\u003c\/em\u003e. \u003cem\u003ePhotochemistry and Photobiology, 46\u003c\/em\u003e(2), 201–206.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMahlberg, P.G., \u0026amp; Kim, E.S. (2004). Accumulation of cannabinoids in glandular trichomes of Cannabis (Cannabaceae). \u003cem\u003eJournal of Industrial Hemp, 9\u003c\/em\u003e(1), 15–36.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eJenkins, G.I. (2009). Signal transduction in responses to UV-B radiation. \u003cem\u003eAnnual Review of Plant Biology, 60\u003c\/em\u003e, 407–431.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBallaré, C.L., \u0026amp; Pierik, R. (2017). 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