Cree LED | Horticulture | Featured | Apr 15, 2026

XLamp® XP-L Photo Red LED Advances Horticulture Design

XLamp® XP-L Photo Red S Line LEDs are a next-generation solution engineered to meet the evolving demands of horticulture and agricultural lighting. Designed to deliver application-optimized spectral performance, high efficacy and long operational lifetimes, the new LED enables growers to maximize yield and system efficiency across a wide range of environments.

As horticulture lighting continues to shift toward precision-driven solutions, Cree LED remains committed to advancing technologies. This innovation delivers tailored spectral output combined with industry-leading performance and reliability, helping growers optimize plant growth while reducing operational costs.

The XLamp XP-L Photo Red S Line LED sets a new benchmark in efficiency, achieving a typical wall-plug efficiency (WPE) of 83.5% at 700 mA and 25°C – representing a 6% improvement over the XLamp XP-G3 Photo Red S Line LED. This increased efficiency enables luminaire manufacturers to reduce photo red LED count by up to 35% while maintaining overall system performance, supporting more streamlined and cost-effective fixture designs.

Built on the advanced S Line platform, the XP-L Photo Red LED delivers exceptional durability in harsh greenhouse conditions. Enhanced sulfur and corrosion resistance ensure long-term reliability in environments characterized by high humidity, chemical exposure and temperature variability.

The XP-L Photo Red LED also provides a seamless upgrade path for existing designs. Featuring the same 3.45 × 3.45 mm XP footprint as the XP-G3 Photo Red S Line LED, it allows manufacturers to integrate higher performance without requiring board redesign, accelerating time to market.

Engineered for demanding horticulture applications, XLamp XP-L Photo Red LEDs are designed to withstand rigorous switching and dimming cycles while maintaining consistent output over time. This proven reliability translates to reduced maintenance requirements and improved return on investment for growers.

Cree LED continues to expand its XLamp horticulture portfolio with solutions that address the increasing complexity of modern agriculture. From greenhouse cultivation to vertical farming, our advanced LED technologies deliver the efficiency, longevity and spectral precision needed to support higher yields and more sustainable operations.

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