{"id":360,"date":"2022-08-15T02:24:24","date_gmt":"2022-08-15T02:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ledask.com\/?p=360"},"modified":"2022-09-04T14:35:16","modified_gmt":"2022-09-04T14:35:16","slug":"solar-panels-on-street-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ledask.com\/solar-panels-on-street-lights\/","title":{"rendered":"Solar Panels on Street Lights: The Mechanics of Their Working Principle"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The power to harness energy from the sun is not anything new. In truth, we have many devices that can run off solar energy without consuming electricity. An example of such technology is Solar Panels on Street Lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Undoubtedly these are great alternatives to traditional street lights, especially for roads and private properties.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, you’ll discover the mechanics of solar panels on street lights and their maintenance. We’ll also throw in a list of the five best solar street lights.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s explore!<\/p>\n\n\n

What are Solar Street Lights?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Several Solar Street Lights<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Similar to traditional street lights, solar street lights are also mounted on poles but with the addition of a solar panel. This panel helps to convert energy from the sun into electricity to power the lamps. Solar street light systems usually have rechargeable batteries and remote control systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Hence, solar street lights can provide steady illumination for extended periods. In short, they can generate almost 12 hours of uninterrupted light, depending on the battery capacity and solar panel efficiency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Moreover, recent solar street light technologies can operate in extreme weather conditions and temperatures. And they are corrosion<\/a> resistant, making them quite durable. These lights offer green energy and can illuminate any desired outdoor area without draining your pockets.<\/p>\n\n\n

Components<\/h2>\n\n\n

Let’s take a look at the parts that make up a solar street lighting system:<\/p>\n\n\n

Solar Panel<\/h3>\n\n\n

Solar panels are essential components in a solar street lighting system. They’re responsible for absorbing and converting solar energy into usable electricity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, the quality of your solar panels depends on the type you choose. There are monocrystalline and polycrystalline<\/a> types. The monocrystalline solar panels have higher conversion rates than polycrystalline.<\/p>\n\n\n

Lighting Fixture<\/h3>\n\n\n

LEDs offer the best lighting source for these systems as they provide brighter lumens<\/a> at lower energy consumption rates. In other words, LEDs consume up to 50% less energy than HPS<\/a> fixtures. And, since they don’t have warm-up times, it’s easier to pair them with sensors for automatic control.<\/p>\n\n\n

Rechargeable Batteries<\/h3>\n\n\n

batteries are crucial because they affect the duration of the light and the backup days (when there’s limited sunlight). Stories provide a place for the generated electricity to stay during the day. They also release the stored energy into the fixtures to create illumination at night.<\/p>\n\n\n

Controller<\/h3>\n\n\n

Controllers help to turn on\/off or charge the lights. Some controllers allow programming so you can decide when to charge, on\/off, or dim your lights.<\/p>\n\n\n

Poles<\/h3>\n\n\n

Poles are crucial for mounting all your components. Some newer designs include solar panels and electronics on the bars, so you don’t have to fix anything.<\/p>\n\n\n

How does a Solar Street Light Work?<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Solar LED Street Light<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As mentioned earlier, solar street lights absorb and convert sunlight into electricity. But, there’s more going on behind the scenes. For example, the solar panels at the back of these lights feature polycrystalline or monocrystalline photovoltaic<\/a> cells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These cells react to the sunlight rays and generate electricity from the reaction. Then, the panel stores the generated electricity in a battery by transferring the volts through a wire. Typically, it takes about six to eight hours to fully charge a system, depending on the quality of your battery and solar panels.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also, the lights stay off while the battery stores energy during the day. Then, when the sun sets, the stored power activates the LED bulbs connected to the solar panel.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Although most of these lights come with light sensors that turn the bulbs on\/off automatically, you can use a remote control system to fully control the operation time of your solar street fair system.<\/p>\n\n\n

Types<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Multiple Solar Street Lamps<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are the types of solar street lighting systems:<\/p>\n\n\n

All-in-One Street Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n

These solar systems are pretty popular because of their lightweight and compact designs. Also, they use robust lithium<\/a> batteries that are light and energy-efficient.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, you don’t need to install these lights with cables, and it’s easy to set them up. However, they are a bit more expensive than other types on this list.<\/p>\n\n\n

Solar CFL Street Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n

This lighting is another excellent variant that offers high brightness levels at the lowest possible operational cost. However, you’d need a slightly higher budget to get these lights.<\/p>\n\n\n

Solar LED Street Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n

These are the most affordable street lights on this list. Also, LED street lights are easy to install,  and you can get them in standard or custom models.<\/p>\n\n\n

Solar Flood Street Lights<\/h3>\n\n\n

Solar flood street lights can illuminate more expansive areas. Though these lights are expensive, they have excellent energy efficiency. As a result, they’re the go-to if you want solar lights for outdoor sports areas, large pavements, or arenas.<\/p>\n\n\n

What Are the Advantages and Drawbacks of Solar Street Lights?<\/h2>\n\n

Pros<\/h3>\n\n\n