Back in 2015, Boulderlamp launched the patented CDL+LED hybrid grow light, combining a Philips 315 CMH Agro with Osram orange LEDs. By blending full-spectrum CMH with supplemental 640 nm orange-red, growers reported yield increases of up to 20%. Since then, Boulderlamp has continued leading in spectrum innovation, pioneering patented technologies such as 405 nm cycling beam technology—designed to enhance terpene production while inhibiting mold and powdery mildew.
Introducing the MoonWalker Guardian900W
The latest breakthrough in indoor and greenhouse cultivation is the MoonWalker Guardian900W LED grow light—a full-spectrum 900W powerhouse featuring two-channel Bluetooth control. Built in the USA, the Guardian900W is the only LED grow light equipped with Boulderlamp's patented 405 nm cycling beam technology.
Why 405 nm light matters
The 405 nm violet-blue band occupies a unique "sweet spot" in plant lighting. It's energetic enough to stimulate reactive oxygen species (ROS) signaling that drives terpene biosynthesis, yet safe, efficient, and more cost-effective than UV-B.
For cannabis growers, this translates into a practical way to unlock enhanced aroma, flavor, and overall flower quality—without introducing unnecessary risk or complexity into the grow.
405 nm photons excite porphyrins and flavins within plant tissues, triggering ROS production without exposing crops to harmful UV. These ROS penetrate epidermal layers and initiate oxidative signaling cascades that upregulate the synthesis of secondary metabolites, including terpenes.
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Suggested light strategy
By applying short, controlled pulses of 405 nm light during the final days of flowering, cultivators can activate these natural defense pathways—boosting terpene levels precisely when flower value is determined.
405 nm light and VPD
ROS signaling also interacts with plant responses to vapor pressure deficit (VPD). While VPD drives transpiration, ROS helps regulate stomatal activity, giving plants an added layer of adaptive control under environmental stress.
Performance and build quality
The MoonWalker Guardian900W delivers over 2,000 µmol/m²/s PPFD in a balanced full-spectrum output, with flexible two-channel Bluetooth spectrum control. Boulderlamp uses only the most efficient LED chips and premium drivers, ensuring performance, reliability, and long service life.
For more information:
Boulderlamp
3075 75th Street
Unit 2
Boulder, CO 80301
Tel: 303-444-4852
boulderlamp.com