Learn about solar lights

Solar lights are considered a high-tech product commonly used today with convenience and optimal electricity costs. This article will help you learn about solar lights, how to install and use them most effectively.

What are solar lights?

Solar lights are lights that use solar energy for lighting. This type of lamp is used at night thanks to the power from the battery being fully charged through the solar panel when the sunlight shines on. Well-functioning solar lights include solar panels, rechargeable batteries, LED lights, and remote control.

Principle of operation of solar lights

Solar lights operate quite simply because they are completely used from solar energy. Solar lights are used to illuminate at night, so the lights will automatically turn off during the day. The solar panel will absorb sunlight, convert light energy into electricity, and then charge it into a storage battery.

Current will be sent to the controller. A device that charges energy into a battery, also known as a battery, to store electricity. This power will continue to be used to light the LED. Therefore, this device has a lower operating cost than kerosene lamps.

At night, the lights will automatically illuminate thanks to the previously converted and accumulated solar energy. The smart auto sensor on the light will detect the darkness so it can be turned on and off automatically. In particular, with flexible touch mode, the light will light up when someone approaches, very convenient. No need to take time to turn on or off, or save electricity.

How to adjust solar lights effectively

There are many ways to adjust solar lights, here are 3 ways to help you adjust the lights effectively.

1. Adjust solar lights by remote control:

- Light control panel includes the following basic adjustment buttons: on / off, auto, 3h, 5h, 8h,...

- On/off: Light on/off mode

- Auto: mode to automatically turn on/off the light according to light sensing or motion sensing.

- 3h, 5h, 8h: the mode automatically turns off after 3h, 5h or 8h lighting.

- There is also a control button to increase or decrease the brightness.

- Romete controls will adjust depending on different manufacturers

2. Adjust the solar lights when there is no Remote:

On the lamp body, there will be a button to adjust the light, so the on / off will be operated on the button. Depending on the type of lamp and the manufacturer will design accordingly.

3. Set the solar lamp timer mode

To set the timer mode, you can use the Remote or adjust it right on the lamp body. For the remote control, there is a timer button on the control panel, just press the timer. As for the adjustment on the lamp body, it will be customized according to each type of lamp designed by the manufacturer. Usually the timer button is designed close to the light bulb.

The most efficient way to use solar LED lights

Conventional LED lights will have a different use than solar LED lights. Let's find out in detail how to use solar LED lights in the most efficient way.

- Test LED lights before installation

First, when you start using solar LED lights, you need to charge them to check if the lights are working properly. Avoid the case that after the installation is complete, the light does not light up, it will affect the disassembly process.

- Need to charge the solar LED lights properly

Solar LED lights need to be charged under the sun for many days to be able to charge enough energy for effective lighting. Depending on the sunlight shining on the device, the capacity of the battery can reach its maximum capacity. It is necessary to place the battery in a well-ventilated place without any obstructions so as not to affect the charging efficiency of the lamp.

- Cleaning solar panels

Cleaning of solar panels should be done regularly. Because the device is placed outdoors, it will be affected by dirt, or rain. Semi-dirty patches will reduce the efficiency of the charge process. Cleaning the panels also helps to maintain the long life of the solar lights.

- Store lights when not in use

Solar lights have a feature that if the lamp works continuously, it will prolong its life. Therefore, when you do not need to use the lamp, please put the lamp in a dry location, do not store the lamp for a long time.

The panel should be placed in a place with good light, sunlight or artificial electric light. Because the battery must always be stored energy to maintain the operation of all parts inside the lamp.

How to install solar lights properly?

See how to install solar lights below to get the correct installation for the best lighting effect.

1. Choose a location to install solar lights

Choosing the right lighting location will also directly affect lighting efficiency. To ensure that the lamp has active energy, it is recommended to install the light in an open, unobstructed location such as a tree shade to facilitate the charging process of the battery.

2. Adjust the tilt angle of solar panels

Choosing the tilt angle of the panel is an important job, because it directly affects the lighting performance of the LED. Depending on the topographical characteristics of the installation area, there will be different installation methods to make the most of solar energy.

3. Steps to install solar lights

- First, it is necessary to prepare supporting tools for installing lights such as drills, screws, ladders...

- To locate the lamp installation position, you need to mark and pre-drill the holes to mount the lights.

- Mount the lamp holder on the lamp mounting position and attach the solar floodlight.

- It is necessary to install the solar panel facing the direction of sunlight and connect the power cable from the solar panel to the light.