PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller The PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller is a powerful, user-friendly lighting management system that gives growers precise control over compatible PhotonTek controllable LED fixtures. With dual-zone operation, automated scheduling, accurate dimming and temperature-based safety functions, this controller makes it easier to manage professional indoor growing environments from one convenient control panel. Designed to control up to 100 PhotonTek LED drivers, the controller features two independent channels, with each zone capable of operating up to 50 compatible LED fixtures. This flexible dual-zone design lets growers manage separate lighting areas independently or run different-powered PhotonTek fixtures within the same growing facility. The controller uses an analogue 0–10V control signal for smooth, accurate lighting adjustments. Light intensity can be regulated from 0% to 100% in 1% increments, allowing growers to fine-tune light intensity and PPFD levels to crop requirements and different stages of plant development. Built-in 24-hour light scheduling makes it easy to automate daily lighting cycles. Growers can program lights to switch on and off automatically while also creating gradual sunrise and sunset periods from 0 to 30 minutes, helping produce smoother transitions between daytime and nighttime lighting conditions. For added environmental protection, the PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller includes temperature-controlled safety dimming and switching. Two included temperature sensors continuously monitor conditions in each lighting zone, allowing the controller to reduce light intensity or switch fixtures off when programmed temperature limits are reached. The two-zone design is especially useful in larger grow rooms or facilities using different PhotonTek fixture models. For example, one zone can operate 465W fixtures while the second controls 600W fixtures, while maintaining independent lighting schedules, dimming levels and temperature protection. Compact, intuitive and easy to configure, the PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller is an excellent upgrade for growers looking to automate lighting, improve environmental control and manage multiple PhotonTek LED fixtures efficiently. Key Features Controls up to 100 PhotonTek LED drivers Two independent control zones Up to 50 LED fixtures per zone Compatible with PhotonTek controllable LED fixtures and drivers Analogue 0–10V lighting control Power dimming range: 0%, 10%–100% Precise 1% dimming increments 24-hour lighting scheduling Automatic light switching Programmable sunrise and sunset simulation Sunrise/sunset duration adjustable from 0–30 minutes Temperature-controlled safety dimming Temperature-controlled safety switching Automates lighting intensity and PPFD levels Allows different-powered fixtures to be operated across separate zones Includes two 5 m temperature sensors Compact, user-friendly control panel Ideal for professional indoor growing and multi-fixture installations Specifications Product Code: PTEKM0017 Product Type: Digital LED lighting controller Maximum LED Drivers: 100 Control Channels: 2 Maximum per Zone: 50 LED drivers Control Signal: Analogue 0–10V Compatible Drivers: All PhotonTek controllable LED drivers Power Dimming Range: 0%, 10%–100% Power Regulation Accuracy: 1% Temperature-Controlled Safety Dimming Range: 0°C–40°C / 32°F–104°F Temperature-Controlled Safety Switching Range: 10°C–50°C / 50°F–122°F Sunrise & Sunset Duration: 0–30 minutes Scheduling: 24-hour programmable lighting schedule Power Adapter Input: 100–277V AC, 50/60Hz Controller Power: DC 5V / 2A Dimensions: 4.9" × 3.15" × 0.98" Dual-Zone Lighting Control The PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller features two independent channels, allowing growers to create separate lighting zones within the same growing environment. Each zone can control up to 50 compatible PhotonTek LED drivers, for a total system capacity of up to 100 drivers. Zones can operate fixtures of the same wattage or different-powered PhotonTek fixtures depending on the installation. Automated Lighting & Temperature Protection The controller allows growers to automate important lighting functions, including: Daily light schedules Automatic ON/OFF switching Light intensity adjustments PPFD management Sunrise simulation Sunset simulation Temperature-based dimming Temperature-based emergency switching These features help simplify lighting management while adding an extra level of protection against excessive temperatures. What's Included 1 × PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller 1 × power adapter and cable 2 × temperature sensors with 5 m cables 2 × LED control-link cables The PhotonTek Digital Lighting Controller is an excellent choice for growers who want precise, automated control over their PhotonTek LED lighting system. With support for up to 100 LED drivers, independent dual-zone management, 1% dimming accuracy, programmable lighting schedules, sunrise and sunset simulation, and temperature-based safety protection, it provides a powerful centralized solution for professional indoor horticultural lighting.
