Grow Lighting · LED & HID Systems
Lumatek Grow Lights — 20 Years of Horticultural Lighting Done Right
Lumatek has been building professional-grade grow lights for over two decades, and they haven't stopped pushing the envelope. Originally known for their rock-solid electronic ballasts, they've since built one of the most respected LED and HID lighting ranges on the market. When The Grow Guys started stocking Lumatek, it wasn't a hard decision — the specs are serious, the warranties are the best in the industry, and the lights simply perform. If you're running a professional setup or just want gear that won't let you down mid-run, Lumatek Australia is a name worth knowing.
Industry-Best 5-Year Warranty
Lumatek was the first major LED fixture manufacturer to offer a 5-year warranty across their LED range. That's not marketing — that's confidence in the product.
L90 at 60,000 Hours
Still outputting 90% of original intensity after 60,000 hours of use. Most competitors don't even publish their L-value ratings — Lumatek leads with it.
Hot-Swappable LED Bars
Lumatek's magnetic LED bars can be removed and replaced while the fixture is still running. First in the industry to offer this — maintenance downtime is almost zero.
Universal Dimming Compatibility
Lumatek uses standard 1–10V dimming — meaning their fixtures work with virtually any environment controller on the market. No proprietary lock-in, no ecosystem games.
Sub-1% Product Failure Rate
Lumatek's reported product failure rate is well below the industry average. Less than 1% failure means less chasing warranty claims and more time focused on your grow.
Full LED & HID Range
Whether you're running a modern LED setup or sticking with proven HID tech, Lumatek has you covered. Their HID ballasts are still regarded as some of the best ever made.
About Lumatek
Lumatek has spent more than 20 years doing one thing: horticultural lighting. Not a bit of everything — just lights. That kind of focus shows in the product. They started by building some of the best electronic ballasts the HID market had ever seen, and then brought that same engineering rigour into the LED era. Today, Lumatek supplies professional lighting solutions to floriculture, food production, and specialist horticultural operations all over the world, from Total Controlled Environment Agriculture (TCEA) facilities to smaller controlled-environment grows.
What makes Lumatek stand out isn't just the tech — it's the philosophy. They don't lock growers into proprietary control ecosystems. Their 1–10V dimming is compatible with any environment controller you're running, which means you pick the gear that suits your grow, not the gear that suits Lumatek's business model. They also offer customised lighting plans and personalised recommendations, and their sales team will refer you to other solutions if Lumatek isn't the right fit. That's a rare attitude in this industry.
With offices in Portugal, Thailand, Malta, the UK, the US, and Canada, Lumatek has the global infrastructure to back up their warranties and keep growers running. And with a product failure rate well below 1%, the warranty rarely even comes into play. Lumatek's after-sales support has converted more than a few growers away from bigger-name brands — sometimes the best marketing is just being genuinely good at the job.
Grow Guys Tip
Lumatek's 1–10V dimming is a genuine advantage — but only if your controller actually supports it. Before you buy, check the dimming protocol on your environment controller. If you're running an AC Infinity or similar, you're sorted. If you're still controlling lights manually, this is a good excuse to upgrade your control setup at the same time. Running lights at the right intensity for the right stage of growth makes more difference to yield than almost anything else you can do — and Lumatek makes it easy to dial that in precisely.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lumatek available in Australia?
Yes — The Grow Guys stocks Lumatek LED grow lights and HID lighting in Australia, shipping Australia-wide from our store in Invermay, Tasmania. We carry their core LED and HID ranges, and orders over $499 ship free.
What warranty do Lumatek LED lights come with?
Lumatek's LED grow light range comes with a 5-year warranty — one of the best in the industry. They were the first major LED fixture manufacturer to offer this, and it's backed by a global network of support offices. Their reported product failure rate is also under 1%, so the warranty is more of a safety net than a common occurrence.
Are Lumatek lights compatible with third-party controllers?
Yes — Lumatek uses standard 1–10V dimming, which is compatible with virtually every environment controller on the market. You're not locked into Lumatek's own control system. If you're running AC Infinity, Trolmaster, or another controller that supports 1–10V dimming, your Lumatek fixture will work with it.
What's the difference between Lumatek LED and HID lighting?
Lumatek's LED range runs cooler, uses less electricity for the same output, and requires less heat management in your grow space. Their HID range — particularly the electronic ballasts — remains a benchmark for reliability and intensity, and is a solid choice for growers who already have a well-managed HID setup. If you're starting fresh, LED is typically the better long-term investment. If you're upgrading an existing HID system, Lumatek's ballasts are still hard to beat.
Shop Lumatek at The Grow Guys
Professional LED and HID grow lighting, stocked in Tasmania and shipping Australia-wide. Free shipping on orders over $499.