Titan Controls Helios 18 - 12 Light 240 Volt Controller w/ Dual Trigger Cords (4/Cs)

Based on the product description, which specifically mentions that this controller will run twelve (12) HID lights at 240 V and has no mention of compatibility with LED lights, it is designed for HID lighting systems.

Based on the product information provided, the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller is designed to operate specifically at 240 Volts. The description clearly states it runs lights at 240V and lists the input/output voltage as 240V. While the universal outlets can accept different voltage cords (120V or 240V plug types), the controller itself is built for a 240V system. Therefore, this controller is not compatible with 180V systems.

Okay, great question! It can be a little confusing with the different voltage mentions.

Here's the breakdown for the Titan Controls Helios 18:

1. **The Controller's Operating Voltage:** This controller is specifically designed to run at **240 Volts**. It needs to be wired into a 240V power source.
2. **The Output Voltage:** The controller provides **240 Volts** of power to your lights.
3. **The "Universal Outlets":** This part refers to the *physical design* of the outlets on the controller. They are built to accept power cords with plugs commonly used for both 120V and 240V devices (like NEMA 5-15 for 120V or NEMA 6-15/6-20 for 240V). This makes it convenient as you don't need specific 240V-only outlets on the controller itself.

**So, the difference is:**

* The controller *operates* at 240V and *outputs* 240V to your lights.
* The outlets are just physically versatile to accept different plug types, but they will still deliver 240V power from the controller to whatever is plugged into them (which should be 240V lights in this case).

Think of it like a power strip that has outlets that can fit different shapes of plugs – it still only puts out the voltage it's designed for (in this case, 240V).

Does that help clarify how the 120V/240V outlet feature works on this 240V controller?

Hi there!

Based on the product information, the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller is designed to run **twelve (12) HID lights**.

It features **universal outlets** where the power cords for your 12 lights will plug in.

Regarding how the controller *itself* gets power, it's not a standard plug-in unit. Due to its high power capacity (80 Amps input), it's designed to be **hardwired** directly into your power system. The removable front panel makes this wiring process easier.

So, it has outlets for 12 lights, but the controller itself is hardwired for its main power input.

Hope this helps!

Thanks for asking!

Based on the product information, the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller is designed to run lights at **240 Volts**.

It is **not rated for 380V** and should only be used with 240V power as specified. Using it with a higher voltage like 380V would likely damage the unit and could be unsafe.

Let me know if you have any other questions about this controller!

Great question!

Yes, the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller is designed to work well with Gavita lights, especially their 240V HID models (like HPS or MH fixtures).

Here's how it works:

1. **Power Switching:** The controller acts as a central hub to provide timed power to your lights. You wire the controller into your main power system (it's designed for 240V).
2. **Connecting Lights:** You plug your Gavita light cords directly into the universal outlets on the front of the controller. Since the outlets accept both 120V and 240V cords, you can easily plug in your 240V Gavita lights.
3. **Timing:** You connect a timer (like a standard wall timer or environmental controller) to one or both of the trigger cords on the Helios 18. When the timer sends power to the trigger cord, the Helios 18 turns on the lights connected to that circuit. The dual trigger cords mean you can run two separate groups of lights on different schedules if needed.
4. **Capacity:** This specific model can handle up to twelve (12) 240V HID lights, with a total output capacity of 60 Amps or 12,000 Watts.

Essentially, if your Gavita lights are 240V HID fixtures, this controller is built to handle them by providing robust, timed power switching for up to 12 units. Just make sure the total wattage and amperage of your specific Gavita lights don't exceed the controller's limits.

Let us know if you have any more questions!

Hello! Thanks for reaching out and asking about compatibility.

Based on the product information, the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller is specifically designed to run **HID lights** (High-Intensity Discharge) at 240V.

The Gavita 1900e, however, is an **LED grow light**.

While the controller provides 240V power and has universal outlets, it's built with industrial-grade relays optimized for the specific electrical characteristics and high inrush current of HID ballasts, not LED drivers.

Using a controller designed for HID lights with LED lights is generally **not recommended** by manufacturers. LED drivers have different electrical requirements, and using a controller not specifically designed for them could potentially lead to compatibility issues or reduce the lifespan of the controller's components.

For the best performance and reliability with your Gavita 1900e LED lights, we would recommend looking for a controller that is specifically designed for use with LED fixtures.

Hope this helps clarify things! Let us know if you have any other questions.

Thanks for reaching out! Based on the product information provided for the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller, it mentions "Dual trigger cord sets" which are used to connect to timers or other control devices. However, the specific length of these trigger cords, or any other included wiring, is not listed in the description. The main power connection for this controller is designed to be wired directly into your power system (hardwired) after removing the front panel, rather than using a standard plug-in power cord. To get the exact length of the trigger cords or confirm details about any other included wiring, I recommend checking the product manual or contacting Titan Controls directly. Let me know if you have any other questions!

Hi there! Thanks for asking about the Titan Controls Helios 18 controller.

This controller is designed to automate the lighting schedule for your setup, specifically managing up to twelve 240-volt HID lights.

Here's how it works:

1. **Central Hub:** Instead of plugging your lights directly into individual timers, you plug them into the Helios 18 controller.
2. **External Timing:** The controller itself doesn't have a built-in timer. It relies on external timers (which you provide) to tell it when to turn the lights on and off.
3. **Trigger Cords:** You connect your external timers to the controller using the included "trigger cords." When the external timer turns power on or off to a trigger cord, the Helios 18 receives that signal and switches the power to the connected lights accordingly.
4. **Dual Schedules:** This particular model is great because it has *dual* trigger cords. This means you can connect it to two separate external timers or control systems, allowing you to run two completely different lighting schedules simultaneously if needed (e.g., for different groups of lights).
5. **Power Handling:** The controller is built with heavy-duty industrial-grade relays to safely handle the significant power required by up to twelve 240V HID lights (up to 60 Amps output or 12,000 watts total).

So, in essence, you set your desired on/off times on external timers, and the Helios 18 acts as the robust power switch that executes those schedules for your lights, managing the high voltage and amperage safely.

Let me know if you have any more questions!