Are solar fence lights worth it? Solar fence lights are increasing in popularity and many people are purchasing these products with the best intentions of saving money and staying safe. But why do you need solar fence lights? Can’t you light your perimeter with much more effective options? There are so many questions that come with this one product.
Fence lighting can dramatically alter the appearance of your yard. It creates a warm and welcoming environment. Because you don’t need to worry about hardwired connections or cords that can get damaged outside, solar fence lights are an excellent choice.
Solar fence light batteries are powered by the sun and charge during daylight to illuminate your fence at night.
These features are important:
Battery Life
An average solar battery can power a fence light bulb for 6-12 hours. The battery’s age and size, as well as the wattage and amount of sunlight the battery receives while charging will affect the results. Batteries can lose their ability to hold a charge after about one year. Replace the battery when this happens.
Time to Recharge
They will recharge more quickly if they are left in direct sunlight for longer. Average recharge time is eight hours.
Brightness
The lumens signify brightness. 10 lumens will give you a warm, diffuse glow. 100 lumens will give you better visibility. Security purposes are not the reason fence lights are often installed.
Durability
A waterproof rating of IP44 (Ingress Protection against liquids, dirt, and other substances) is recommended for all-weather resistance. A rating of IP44 (Ingress Protection from liquids, dirt, and other contaminants) or higher is recommended. The best protection against sun damage is Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS).
Bulbs
According to the U.S. Department of Energy, solar fence lights now come with LED bulbs that can last up to 10 years. Check to make sure replacement batteries and bulbs are available before you purchase an outdoor solar lighting system. Some systems don’t offer replacement options.
Color
The Kelvins are a measure of a light’s temperature (from white to blue).The midpoint of the spectrum is 3,000K. This is useful for finding a light that’s neither too hot nor cold.
Installation
Solar fence lights are simple to install. You can mount them with screws or tape. The fence material (wood or plastic) and the location will determine the mounting method. After the fence lights have been put up, it is easy to keep them in good condition.
Brightest Solar Fence Lighting
LD Lighting fence lights are brighter than any other solar fence light. Each LED produces 400 lumens and has motion detection. The sensors can detect movement up to 26 feet away. They are ideal for fence posts but can also be mounted over patio doors, on garage walls and on garage doors.
The Best Waterproof Solar Fence Lights
With an IP rating of 65 our LED solar fence lights are ready to take you through any weather conditions, wet, dry or freezing.
Another plus is that each individual light emits 150 lumens of 6,000K white light from its eight LED chips. A single charge can last up to 12 hours.
Solar Fence Lights That Change Color
The LD Lighting solar fence post lights feature a new generation solar panel. They have two-mode LEDs that give off a warm, welcoming glow. You can also set them to rotate between seven colors.
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Are solar fence lights worth it? Solar fence lights are a great way to illuminate your fence and can save you money in the long run, especially if you have a large fence. If you’re thinking of installing some solar powered lights, Get in touch with LD Lighting. We offer top-quality fence lights for every homeowner’s preferences.