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Solar street lamps

Solar street lamps

Solar Street Lights – Eco-Friendly, Innovative and Cost-Effective Lighting for Cities, Municipalities and Public Spaces

Solar street lights are a forward-thinking, energy-efficient and environmentally friendly solution that is rapidly gaining popularity in modern cities, municipalities, residential areas and private properties. In an era of increasing demand for renewable energy sources, solar LED street lamps have become an ideal way to reduce lighting costs, achieve independence from the power grid and improve public safety.

What are solar street lights?

Solar street lights are technologically advanced lighting devices that use solar energy as their sole or primary source of power. The system consists of several key components:

  • photovoltaic panel – captures sunlight and converts it into electrical energy,
  • battery – stores energy for nighttime use and cloudy days,
  • LED luminaire – provides bright, safe and energy-efficient illumination,
  • intelligent controller – manages power supply, sensors and lighting efficiency.

Thanks to its energy-management system, the solar street light operates automatically — charging during the day and switching on at dusk. High-capacity batteries allow the lights to operate continuously even for several days without sunlight.

Why are solar LED street lights so popular?

Solar street lights offer numerous advantages that make them an ideal solution for urban infrastructure and remote areas without access to the electrical grid.

  • No electricity cost – the lights run entirely on solar power.
  • No cabling – installation is fast, clean and does not require earthworks.
  • Eco-friendly – zero CO₂ emissions and zero operating costs.
  • High durability – resistant to weather conditions with long-lasting LED technology.
  • Automatic operation – the lights function autonomously without user intervention.
  • Safety – improved visibility on roads, sidewalks and pedestrian crossings.

Where are solar street lights used?

Solar LED street lights are used virtually everywhere:

  • streets and local roads,
  • sidewalks and pedestrian paths,
  • pedestrian crossings and intersections,
  • parking lots, squares and driveways,
  • residential areas and housing estates,
  • schools, sports fields and recreational areas,
  • gardens, parks and urban green spaces,
  • cemeteries and municipal facilities,
  • private properties and commercial areas,
  • remote locations without grid power access.

How do solar LED street lights work?

During the day, the photovoltaic panel collects solar energy and transfers it to the battery. When dusk falls or a sensor detects low light, the solar street lamp automatically activates the LED luminaire. The intelligent management system ensures efficient use of stored energy, allowing the lamp to operate for several days even without direct sunlight.

An energy-efficient and eco-friendly alternative to traditional street lighting

Solar street lighting is increasingly becoming the preferred alternative to traditional grid-powered lamps, helping municipalities, private investors and companies significantly reduce infrastructure costs. Solar LED lamps emit no UV, IR or excessive heat, making them safe for people, plants and animals, while providing bright, clean illumination.

Why choose solar street lights?

By choosing solar LED street lights, you invest in a solution that is:

  • cost-effective,
  • 100% energy-independent,
  • efficient and long-lasting,
  • environmentally friendly,
  • safe for road users,
  • ideal for upgrading public infrastructure.

Solar Street Lights – modern technology for smart cities

With the development of LED and photovoltaic technologies, solar street lights have become a key component of smart, energy-efficient cities. They help significantly reduce municipal budgets, increase public safety and support sustainable development.

Whether you plan to illuminate a road, park, residential area or private property — solar street lights are a reliable, economical and nature-friendly solution.

Applications of Solar Street Lights

Solar street lights have a wide range of applications in both public and private spaces:

  1. Streets and sidewalks
    Solar street lights are ideal for illuminating streets and pavements, ensuring the safety of both drivers and pedestrians.
  2. Parks and playgrounds
    They are an excellent solution for recreational areas where access to the power grid is limited or where installing traditional electrical infrastructure would be costly.
  3. Parking lots and commercial facilities
    In commercial spaces such as parking lots and shopping centers, solar lights provide consistent illumination with minimal operating costs.
  4. Bus stops and tourist facilities
    In high-traffic tourist locations, solar street lighting is a highly effective, low-impact solution that enhances safety and visibility.
  5. Rural roadways
    Solar lighting is widely used in rural areas where access to electricity infrastructure is limited.

How do solar street lights work?

Solar street lighting systems rely on several key components:

  • Photovoltaic panel: Collects solar energy and converts it into electricity to charge the battery.
  • Battery: Stores the collected energy and powers the lamp at night.
  • LEDs: High-efficiency LEDs convert electrical energy into bright light while consuming very little power.
  • Controller: The energy management system that regulates lamp operation — automatically switching the light on at dusk and off at dawn. The controller also ensures optimal power usage throughout the night.

Advantages of solar street lights

  1. Energy savings
    Solar street lights use a renewable energy source, significantly reducing electricity consumption and dependency on the grid.
  2. Environmentally friendly
    Zero CO₂ emissions and no harmful pollutants make solar lighting a green solution aligned with sustainable development goals.
  3. Energy independence
    No need for electrical grid connection — ideal for remote or difficult-to-access areas.
  4. Low operating costs
    Apart from the initial investment, solar lighting incurs minimal maintenance and operational expenses.
  5. Automated operation
    Equipped with built-in dusk and motion sensors, solar street lights operate fully automatically, improving user convenience and energy efficiency.

What to consider when choosing a solar street light?

  1. Light output
    The wattage of the LED module should match the lighting requirements of the area. For roadway lighting, 20–60W models are typically sufficient.
  2. Solar panel efficiency
    Panel quality is crucial — monocrystalline panels provide the highest efficiency, even on cloudy days.
  3. Battery capacity
    Battery performance determines how long the lamp can operate without recharging. High-capacity batteries (e.g., 120Ah and above) ensure longer lighting times, especially during winter months.
  4. Protection rating
    The housing must withstand harsh weather conditions. An IP66 rating or higher guarantees resistance to dust and water.

Summary

Solar street lights represent the future of outdoor lighting — offering an ecological, cost-efficient, and modern alternative to conventional street lighting. They are an excellent solution for both large urban environments and smaller rural areas, providing energy independence while supporting environmental protection. When selecting a lamp, it is important to focus on component quality, adequate lighting output, and additional features that improve performance and durability.

More models of solar street lights are available on our website:
https://www.brasit.pl/nasza-oferta/solarne-lampy-uliczne

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Solar street lamps

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION AND PARAMETERS

ModelSLU-10W SLU-15W SLU-20W SLU-30W SLU-38W
Photovoltaic panel1 pc x 200W1 pc x 340W1 pc > 450W 48V

Monocrystalline cell, tempered solar glass (thickness 3,2 mm), covered with an anti-reflexive layer, panels tested in accordance with IEC 61215 for snow load of up to 5400 Pa (approx. 5,4 kN/m2) 

LED lighting fittingPower of the fitting:
10W  15W20W30W38W
Luminous Flux:
> 1,400 lm > 2,400 lm > 3,200 lm > 4,800 lm > 6,100 lm

Polish-made LED street luminaire – PL
LED luminous efficacy: 138 – 160 lm/W
Service life: > 100,000 hours
Protection degree: > IP66
Regulated angle of LED head light
Impact resistance: min. IK 09
Color temperature of the LED fixture: 4000K - 5700K
Certificate: ZETOM / ENEC

Solar controllerMPPT 20A 24V

the light as well as time of operation by MPPT intelligent control, water resistance IP67 class, in-built twilight sensor, automatic cut-off of powered load

Battery

1 piece x 80Ah 1 piece x 100Ah 2 pieces x 80Ah 2 pieces x 100Ah 2 pieces x 120Ah

NPG gel battery for solar installations, fully sealed, full deep discharge cycle, maintenance-free,
> 2,000 discharge cycles

Battery box PVC material, placed underground, water resistant type, disperses heat, anti-theft, PVC pipe for the cables is included in the set
Optional: enclosure made of stainless steel AISI 304 with EPDM gaskets (intended for installation in wet, rocky, clayey or otherwise challenging soil conditions).
Steel poleweight approx. 180 kg

Made in Poland

Total height: from 5m to 9m, hot galvanized steel in accordance with EN ISO 1461
Pole model: "BrasiT", steel grade: S235, frame and bracket: steel S235
LED fitting hung at:4m – 8m (according to guidelines)
Wall thickness of the steel pole base: > 6,3 mm
Round pole compliant with EN 40-5:2002
Vehicle impact class: 0, in accordance with EN 12767
Structural stability certificates in accordance with EN 40-3-1
Solar pole structure in accordance with: PN-EN 1090

The pole, including the structure for photovoltaic panels, is designed for wind
zones: I, II or III in accordance with PN-EN 1991-1-4

Frame for panels with extension arm for LED luminaire with the possibility of rotation around the axis of the pole 360º - independently.

Foundation

F100 - F200 V43 prefabricated foundation, certified,
Meeting PN-EN 14991:2010 standard in accordance with the 2+ system adjusted to: I, II or III wind zone

Working time

10-12 hours / day (full power) - battery capacity of up to 4 continuously cloudy and rainy days without sun - min. 44h without sun. There is the option of increasing the independence of lamps work.
Five-period operating mode available: adjustable LED luminaire power (%) during night hours, enabling extended autonomous operation.

Additional options:

  • the possibility of purchasing an infra-red remote control and Bluetooth interface with software to program and control the lamps from a distance
  • poles can be painted in any colour from the RAL range for an additional price
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