Omega Parabolic Reflectors — 1 Metre Vertical HID Reflector for Even Light Coverage
Best for: Growers running larger setups who want even light spread without hot spots, and the ability to mount closer to plants safely
Our thoughts
Parabolic reflectors had their moment, dropped off, and now growers are remembering why they're actually excellent. The Omega delivers that even, cool light spread without the premium price tag. If you're tired of hot spots and want to get your lamp closer to your canopy, this is the reflector that lets you do it.
The Omega Parabolic Reflector is a 1 metre diameter vertical reflector designed for HID lighting in larger grow rooms. Built from stucco galvanised aluminium with a wide-angled parabolic curve, it mounts your lamp vertically — meaning light hits the curved surface evenly and bounces down uniformly across your canopy. No hot spots. No wastage. Just reliable, even coverage from a low mounting height. It works with any HPS or Metal Halide lamp, comes with 5 metres of IEC cable, and assembles in minutes.
How it compares
This sits between budget Euro reflectors and premium adjustable wing systems.
- Better light spread and lower heat than a standard Euro reflector
- Significantly cheaper than diamond or adjustable wing reflectors
- Runs as cool as an air-cooled setup — but without extra ducting kit
- Wider coverage area than horizontally-mounted lamps, so you need fewer fixtures across larger spaces
In practical terms: you're getting performance-per-pound that punches above its weight.
Usage guidance
Mounting and positioning
The vertical lamp design means you can mount this significantly closer to your canopy than conventional reflectors without risk of light burn. Heat vents around the lamp holder allow air to escape upwards, keeping temperatures directly under the lamp much lower than traditional designs. Start at 60–80cm above your plants and adjust based on lamp wattage and plant response.
Light coverage
The 1 metre diameter parabolic curve provides even circular coverage across a wide area from low mounting heights. This makes it ideal for spaces where you want to eliminate dead zones or overlapping light from multiple fixtures.
Lamp compatibility
Works with any HPS or Metal Halide lamp. 400W and 600W are the sweet spot for this size reflector in most UK grow rooms.
Technical specifications
- Diameter: 1 metre
- Material: Stucco galvanised reflective aluminium
- Lamp mounting: Vertical
- Cable length: 5 metres
- Connection: IEC
- Lamp compatibility: HPS or Metal Halide (any wattage)
- Design: Wide-angled parabolic with top vents for heat escape
- Assembly: Easy, tool-free
Who this is for
- Growers running larger rooms or multi-lamp setups where even coverage matters
- Anyone dealing with hot spots under conventional reflectors
- Growers who want to mount lamps lower without light burn risk
- Budget-conscious operations that don't want to compromise on performance
- Anyone switching from older parabolic systems and remembering why they work
Our take
This is proper kit at a sensible price. The parabolic design isn't a gimmick — it actually works. You get genuinely even light spread, lower heat directly under the lamp, and the ability to position closer to your canopy than you'd dare with a standard reflector. That means more usable growing space and better light utilisation.
If you're fitting out a larger room or replacing dated reflectors, the Omega parabolic deserves a close look. Worth picking up while stock lasts.
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