Knowledge

Dynamic Light Spectrum explained

Sunlight changes all day long, in strength and in colour. A fixed LED spectrum stays the same from the moment it switches on. Dynamic Light Spectrum (DLS) lets you change the light during the day, so your grass gets what it needs at each moment.

One spectrum does not fit all

Every grass type and every growth stage has its own needs. Fresh seed needs something else than a mature pitch recovering after a match. Greenhouse growers learned this years ago: an adjusted spectrum per crop and per growth stage gives better results. Our partner MechaTronix brings that knowledge from the greenhouse to the stadium.

Four channels, controlled separately

Stogger Boosters have four light channels. With wireless DLS control, you set each one separately:

ChannelColourWhat it does
Far redAround 720 to 730 nmSimulates sunrise and sunset. The grass wakes up and goes to rest naturally, and moves sugars from the leaves to the roots.
Horti whiteWhite and green, around 500 to 600 nmSimulates daylight in the colder months with shorter days. Supports growth in the upper part of the plant.
RedAround 640 to 680 nmDrives photosynthesis and helps root development.
BlueAround 430 to 460 nmKeeps the grass compact and dense, for better grip and traction.

Light recipes

By combining the channels, you build a light recipe. A recipe sets the colour, the strength and the timing of the light. Our system comes with ready-made recipes for common goals, such as germination, recovery after matches or a denser sward. You can adjust every recipe to your own pitch and change it per season.

Why it matters

  • Grass grows in a more natural way, with balanced roots and leaves.
  • You steer the result: denser turf, faster recovery or stronger roots.
  • You use energy only on the light the grass needs at that moment.

Set it once

With wireless DLS control, you set the schedule once from your phone or laptop. The Booster then runs it automatically, day after day.

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