Solar Sensor Lights

What is a Solar Sensor Light?

A solar sensor light (also called a solar security light) is a solar powered outdoor lighting fixture that turns on its illumination in response to movement. A solar sensor light has three objectives: to provide safety through illuminating hazards on the ground; to improve security by discouraging trespassers; and to enhance the outdoor aesthetics by mood lighting.

Solar Sensor Lights Tips

• Try to mount solar security lights above arm level. By doing you so, trespassers are less likely to damage them.
• A common mistake is to install overly bright security lights. The eye is very sensitive to light at night, so having very bright light is not critical.
• The detection zone of your solar sensor light is important as this will be where movement is detected.
• You should also note the solar security light's range, which is the distance it can detect. The larger the range the more susceptible is the security light to false alarms.
• Install your solar sensor lights to cover the walks over your front and back doors as well as your driveway.
• Be careful not to create irritating light pollution in your neighbour's property.