- How does 6 rpm and 10 rpm translate into distance traveled?
- What or why do I want to go 6 rpm or 10 rpm?
- What is the adjustable time delay used for?
- How long should I delay my light at the ends of its travel?
- LightRail™ comes with standard track lengths. Do I have to run this length, or can I change it?
- Do all models of LightRail™ uses the same rail?
- How much weight can the rail carry?
- Can I hang my ballast on the mover?
- Can I power the unit from my ballast?
- Can I get replacement parts easily?
- Is LightRail™ easy to install?
- What’s the difference between LightRail™ 3.5 and LightRail™ 4.0?
- Will the new LightRail™ 4.0 do everything the LightRail™ 3.5 does?
- Will adjustable speed be available on LightRail™ 5.0?
- Can I hang a crossbar on a LightRail 3.5 or 4.0?
- How do I replace trolley wheels?
- How do I replace a drive wheel?
Q. How does 6 rpm and 10 rpm translate into distance traveled?
A. 6 rpm equals 2.355 feet per minute or 5.09 minutes cycle time 6 feet down and back with 0 time delay. 10 rpm equals 3.925 feet per minute or 3.05 minutes cycle time 6 feet down and back with 0 time delay. 10 rpm equals 3.925 feet per minute or 4.58 minutes cycle time 9 feet down and back with 0 time delay.
Q. What or why doI want to go 6 rpm or 10 rpm?
A. Although there are many variables to consider, typically the 6 rpm is used for shorter runs and lower wattage bulbs say 400 to 600 watts. 10 rpm is designed for longer runs and/or higher intensity lights.
Q. What is the adjustable time delay used for?
A. If you think of a light moving back and forth on a track above your garden you can see that it will clearly spend more time in the center of the rail than anywhere else. The adjustable time delay is used to control the amount of time the light spends at each end of the track helping to promote even growth from end to end.
Q. How long should I delay my light at the ends of its travel?
A. There is so many variables it is impossible to say. We suggest starting at 30 seconds and then let your plants tell you they want more or need less.
Q. LightRail™ comes with standard track lengths. Do I have to run this length, or can I change it?
A. LightRail™ is flexible. You can run any desired length.
Q. Do all models of LightRail™ uses the same rail?
A. No. LightRail™3.5 and LightRail™5.0 (commercial) use different rails.
Q. How much weight can the rail carry?
A. Our recommended maximum weight capacity is: LR3.5/LR 4.0 – 35 lbs & LR5.0 – 100lbs
Q. Can I hang my ballast on the mover?
A. Not recommended. Use the mounting device on your ballast and hang the ballast in the center of your garden.
Q. Can I power the unit from my ballast?
A. No. This will burn out the circuit board.
Q. Can I get replacement parts easily?
A. Yes. Click on products and go to accessories.
Q. Is LightRail™ easy to install?
A. Yes. Each kit comes with easy-to-follow instructions.
Q. What’s the difference between LightRail™ 3.5 and LightRail™ 4.0?
A. Through the use of a DC stepper motor Gualala Robotics, Inc. has achieved a variable speed control for LightRail™.
Q. Will the new LightRail™ 4.0 do everything the LightRail™ 3.5 does?
A. Yes. LightRail™ 4.0 is compatible with all LightRail™ 3.5 accessory items. Also both the drive wheel kit and trolley wheel kits are the same as used on the 3.5
Q. Will adjustable speed be available on LightRail™ 5.0?
A. No. Because of the massive size and weight the LightRail™ 5.0 is designed to carry, it will be limited to a maximum speed of 4 rpm
Q. Can I hang a crossbar on a LightRail 3.5 or 4.0?
A. LR3.5′s narrow carriage lacks lateral stability. So even though the weight may not be an issue, hanging 2 lights on a cross bar on a 3.5 creates balance issues that can lead to accelerated wear and tear or catastrophic failure.
