How does a solar outdoor light work?
The principle is very simple: A solar panel is a generator, which converts light to electricity. That makes it a “solar generator.” This electricity is used to charge a battery during daylight hours; …even under cloudy skies. The battery powers the light at night, turning it on at dusk and turning it off at dawn, or at some earlier time if chosen.
Why use solar outdoor lights?
Thousands of commercial grade solar outdoor lights have been in everyday use since1990, lighting residential streets, country roads, traffic signs, advertising signs, transit shelters, parking lots, national/ municipal parks, recreation areas, and military installations. These lights are so dependable utility companies have installed them at their own switching centers to provide light when traditional grid-tied power fails. They have survived through hurricanes and earthquakes. Remember those giant blackouts.
Why are solar outdoor lights so dependable?
Because each light has its own power plant; …a solar generator energized by the sun. The generator is guaranteed for twenty years-which keeps an ultra reliable battery charged to deliver lighting power whenever it is needed. There is some charging every day, even when it is cloudy. Solar lights operate independent of the traditional electricity supply from the utility companies. It’s simple; …solar products continue to work in times of power outages!
What sort of batteries are used in Solaro lights?
All Solaro Energy lights use special Ni-MH/Ni-Cad batteries, lead acid batteries or capacitors that perform extremely well under harsh environmental conditions. They are sealed, rechargeable batteries that provide a large energy capacity for their size and deliver extremely reliable power output over a long period of time.
What is Solaro Energy ‘s warranty?
Solaro Energy offers a different warranty for different products. Solar lighting products are covered by a 25 year limited warranty. Solar panels have a 25 year material and workmanship warranty. The panels also have the following output guarantees; … 10 year 90% output, 25 year 80% output. Call Solaro Energy for additional information re: our warranties.
How long will a solar panel last?
A well-made panel will last for 20 to 25 years. If after this period the cover has started to deteriorate, it is relatively inexpensive to recover the panel and it will operate for a similar period of time.
Do the products need direct sunlight?
No. Ordinary daylight is all that’s required. As long as the product is placed so that the solar panel is not obscured in any way, such as under hedges or under roof overhang. It is also important to clean the glass surfaces of the panel; dust and debris will seriously affect the panel output performance.
How easy is it to install our products?
It depends on what product is purchased – Our Solaro Powered attic Vent can be installed by a professional in about 1 hour or a Solaro Day™ Daylighting product can be installed in under 1 hour.
How long do the lights stay on for?
As a general rule solar lighting performs best during the summer months because the longer days enable a full charge to be achieved. Adverse weather and short winter days do affect performance; …charge times are reduced in relation to hours of daylight and the strength of the light. Your solar light will always come on, but the length of time it stays on may be reduced.
What is the life span of solar lights?
Our lights have been tested to 20,000 hours. Replacement lamps and batteries are available.
Do they require any maintenance?
Only an occasional wipe to ensure optimal performance of the solar panel. It is important to clean the glass surfaces of the panel; …dust and debris will seriously affect the panel output performance.
What other benefits are there solar lighting and ventilation products?
The main benefits are the costs to you and the environment. There are no running costs and they are environmentally friendly!
How long will they run at night?
Solar products require DIRECT SUNLIGHT for maximum efficiency. Factors such as placement, cloud cover and time of the year all affect nightly lighting times. For best results, units should be placed in open areas, away from bushes trees or structures that cast shadows on the unit’s solar cell. Most units run up to 8 hours at night..
How bright are the lights?
We offer several different sizes of systems so please call the office for additional information and ask for technical customer services.
Why does solar outdoor lighting compete so well with “electric wired” lighting?
Solar outdoor lights may seem expensive before the real costs of installing “electric wired” lights are added up for the years of service that are to be expected. Solar outdoor lights have no charge for running wires or trenching, no charge for putting in transformers and meters, and no recurring electric bill.