The Outdoor Waterproof All-in-One LED Solar Street Light combines a high-efficiency LED array, a sealed solar panel, a battery pack, and an intelligent controller inside a single housing. For most urban and rural public-lighting needs it offers lower total cost of ownership, near-zero wiring, reliable night autonomy, and a vandal-resistant footprint — provided you choose the right IP rating, battery chemistry, charging controller, and lumen package for the intended road or pathway.

Item No.	0496B120-01	0496C150-01
LED Lamp	3030 LED 96PCS 6000K	3030 LED 120PCS 6000K
Solar Panel	6V 100W, Mono-crystalline	6V 120W, Mono-crystalline
Battery Type	LiFePO4 3.2V 86AH	6V 120W, Mono-crystalline
Charging time	6-8 hours	6-8 hours
Discharging time	12-24 hours	12-24 hours
Control Way	PIR Detection	PIR Detection
Led	160 lm/w	160 lm/w
Material	Iron	Iron
Product Size	1422*380*228mm	1576*380*228mm
Install Height	4-7m	6-8m
Warranty	3 years	3 years

What are “all-in-one” means

All-in-one solar street lights integrate the solar array, battery, LEDs and the control electronics inside a single enclosure or closely coupled housing. This contrasts with distributed systems where panels, charge controllers and batteries sit in separate boxes or at ground level.

Primary practical advantages:

• Single-point mounting reduces cabling, trenching, and risks tied to theft of exposed wiring or separate battery boxes.

• Factory integration improves mechanical matching between components: thermal paths, sealing, and vibration damping are designed together which lowers field failures.

• Reduced installation labour and quicker deployment make these fixtures cost-effective for dispersed or temporary installations.

Tradeoffs and design constraints:

• Thermal management must be engineered into the compact package; otherwise LED life or battery performance can suffer.

• Tight sealing improves weather resistance but can make in-field repairs more complicated if not modularly designed.

Mechanical protection: waterproofing, ingress ratings, and housing materials

Ingress Protection (IP) ratings quantify how well the enclosure resists solids and liquids. For street lights, the second digit (water protection) is critical.

Practical guidance:

• IP65: protects against low-pressure jets and full dust ingress protection. It suits most inland urban and suburban environments.

• IP66: resists more powerful water jets and gives added security for coastal, monsoon, or high-pressure washdown locations; expect slightly tougher sealing compounds and more robust access fasteners.

• IP67/IP68: provide temporary or continuous submersion resistance; required rarely for streetlights unless mounted in flood-exposed zones.

Materials and coatings:

• Die-cast aluminum housings with polyester powder coatings remain the mainstream choice for balance of weight, thermal conduction, and corrosion resistance.

• Glass or tempered acrylic covers over the PV cell and LED optics are used to protect against abrasion while keeping light transmission high.

• For marine installations, choose marine-grade coatings, sacrificial anodes on poles where required, and UV-stable seals.

Short note on maintainability: higher IP numbers improve weather tolerance but can increase difficulty of opening the fixture for battery replacement or servicing; select modular designs that allow controlled, sealed access.

Optical performance: lumen output, efficacy, beam control, CCT and CRI

Street lighting design must match lumen output, distribution pattern, and color quality to the roadway classification.

Lumen recommendations and real targets:

• Low-traffic residential lanes: typically in the 3,000–6,000 lumen range per fixture depending on pole spacing and mounting height.

• Collector roads and commercial streets: commonly 6,000–12,000 lumens.

• Highways and arterial routes: require higher lumen packages and specific uniformity targets; single fixtures may exceed 12,000 lumens.

Efficacy and energy efficiency:

• Modern LED modules in street fixtures achieve 100–160 lumens per watt in commercial products; selecting modules with verified lumen maintenance (LM-80 and TM-21 reports) matters for long-term performance.

Beam control and optics:

• Roadway optics include Type II–V distributions; choose the beam pattern that matches pole height and roadway width to avoid glare and light trespass.

• Integrated reflectors and optics should be designed to maintain photometric distribution despite dirt accumulation; consider tilt and shielding for specific installations.

Color temperature and color rendering:

• 3000–4000 K is widely preferred for public lighting because it balances perception of safety and color fidelity while keeping skyglow moderate.

• CRI (Ra) >70 is typical for street environments; higher CRI may be selected for pedestrian zones where color discrimination matters.

Powertrain: solar panels, batteries, charge controllers, autonomy

This section covers the energy chain that supplies LED operation.

Solar panels:

• High-efficiency monocrystalline cells are standard in compact fixtures. Panel wattage scales with the LED load and the desired backup autonomy.

• Panel orientation and tilt should match local latitude on fixed mounts; some integrated units use frameless panels bonded into the housing.

Battery chemistry and lifecycle:

• LiFePO₄ (lithium iron phosphate) cells are now the leading choice for integrated solar street lamps because they deliver significantly longer cycle life, improved thermal stability, and better depth-of-discharge behavior compared with flooded or sealed lead-acid types. These benefits reduce replacement frequency and field maintenance costs.

• Typical LiFePO₄ cycle life in quality packs: multiple thousands of cycles, which translates into many years of service under normal daily cycling.

Charge controllers — MPPT versus PWM:

• MPPT controllers adjust the operating point to extract the maximum available power from the PV array and can improve charging efficiency by up to ~20–30% in many practical installations versus simple PWM controllers. This margin becomes significant in cloudy climates, smaller panel areas, or systems that must recharge quickly.

• PWM controllers remain a cost-effective option where panels and battery voltages are well matched and budgets are tight.

Autonomy and sizing:

• Designers calculate battery capacity using target night hours, expected irradiance, LED consumption profiles (including dimming or motion-activated modes), and desired autonomy during cloudy periods (common design target: 2–5 cloudy days backup).

• MPPT plus LiFePO₄ typically permits a smaller battery for the same uptime compared with lead-acid plus PWM, lowering installed mass and risk of heavy replacements.

Controller features that help autonomy:

• Temperature compensation for charging to protect battery longevity.

• Programmable dimming schedules and motion triggers to conserve stored energy during low-traffic hours.

Smart controls, sensors, and operational strategies

Modern all-in-one units include electronic strategies to stretch stored energy and improve safety.

Common control features:

• Photocell or dusk-to-dawn function to switch the lamp at the correct ambient light threshold.

• Passive infrared (PIR) motion sensors for adaptive output: keep a low ambient level during late night and boost to full when motion detected to serve pedestrians or vehicles.

• Time-based dimming scenes: several discrete dimming levels or continuous dimming profiles over the night cycle.

• Remote management: GSM/LoRa/IoT modules allow remote status reporting, fault alerts, and scheduling, useful for municipal asset management.

Design tip: motion activation and stepped dimming yield the greatest energy savings in low-traffic areas while maintaining perceived safety.

Installation, mounting and maintenance best practices

Installation touches both safety and long-term cost.

Pole selection and mounting:

• Match pole height and luminaire bracket to photometric design. Typical pole heights: 4–6 m for pedestrian/park pathways; 6–12 m for residential and collector roads; 12–15+ m for highways (higher poles require larger, higher-lumen fixtures).

• Anchor bolts and foundation design must meet local wind loads and code.

Wiring and earthing:

• Even though the unit is “standalone”, earthing the pole reduces lightning risk and ensures safety. Internal wiring must be routed away from high heat zones.

Maintenance schedule:

• Visual inspection annually; battery health check every 2–5 years depending on chemistry and warranty.

• PV glass cleaning frequency depends on soiling: in dusty environments quarterly cleaning is common; in clean climates, once per year is often sufficient.

• Replace battery at end of life; choose modular battery packs to minimize pole-top crane work.

Security and anti-theft:

• Integrated housings reduce exposed cabling and separate battery boxes — common theft targets. Consider tamper screws or locked access panels for higher-risk locations.

Environmental performance, lifetime and reliability

Long-term reliability hinges on component selection and design margins.

Key metrics to check:

• Battery cycle rating and warranted years of life (look for ≥2,000 cycles or multi-year warranties for LiFePO₄).

• LED lumen maintenance projections (TM-21 extrapolation, e.g., L70@50,000 hours).

• Corrosion resistance of housing and fasteners for the target environment.

Testing and certifications:

• Look for fixtures with documented IP rating tests, IK impact resistance rating for vandal resistance, and independent LM-80 LED reports plus a published TM-21 lumen maintenance projection.

Sustainability:

• LiFePO₄ chemistry reduces risk of hazardous lead disposal; integrated solar lights eliminate grid power consumption after commissioning, lowering lifetime CO₂ emissions.

Typical specification matrix

(Values are indicative; final sizing requires local irradiance data and photometric design.)

Buyer’s checklist and procurement guidance

Before purchase, validate these items:

1. Photometric file: ask for IES or LDT photometry for the specific optic; check horizontal illuminance and uniformity for your pole spacing.

2. Battery specification: chemistry, nominal capacity, cycle life, depth-of-discharge (DoD) allowed, manufacturer. Prefer LiFePO₄ for long life.

3. Controller details: confirm MPPT vs PWM, temperature compensation, and dimming schedules supported.

4. Environmental rating: IP and IK ratings, and corrosion coating details for coastal zones.

5. Thermal design: ask for LED module LM-80 data and TM-21 lumen maintenance projection.

6. Warranty and service: battery warranty terms, LED warranty (years and lumen maintenance), spare parts availability.

7. Field references: request case studies or references for similar climates and mounting heights.

8. Service modularity: ability to swap battery module without removing entire luminaire reduces crane time and cost.

Procurement tip: a slightly higher initial capital cost for LiFePO₄ plus MPPT usually yields lower life-cycle cost than lead-acid plus PWM once maintenance and battery replacement are included.

Applications and layout examples

• Pedestrian paths and parks: low lumen fixtures (2–4k lm), motion dimming to preserve wildlife and extend autonomy.

• Residential streets: medium lumen (5–10k lm), even distributions, IP65 housing.

• Parking lots and campuses: choose center-mounted optics with higher lumen packs and motion detection for efficiency.

• Remote hamlets or temporary work sites: rugged integrated units minimize logistics and avoid running grid lines.

Case note: in high-humidity or coastal towns, specify IP66 and marine coatings; in dusty desert settlements clean PV glass more frequently to retain expected daily energy harvest.

FAQs

1) What IP rating do I need for an “all-in-one” street light?
For most inland installations IP65 is adequate. For coastal, heavy rain, or pressure-wash environments choose IP66. Reserve IP67/IP68 for flood-exposed sites.

2) Which battery chemistry is best for long-term operation?
LiFePO₄ batteries lead the field for longevity, safety, and thermal stability; they typically outlast lead-acid packs and reduce replacement needs.

3) Is MPPT worth the extra cost for small integrated fixtures?
Yes when panel area is limited or weather is frequently cloudy. MPPT can harvest significantly more energy than PWM, often improving daily charging by a substantial percentage and enabling smaller battery sizing.

4) How many lumens do I need per street light?
Depends on road class, mounting height, and spacing. Typical ranges: pedestrian paths 2–6k lm; residential 5–12k lm; highways often exceed 12k lm per fixture. Use photometric modelling for exact spacing.

5) What maintenance does an all-in-one unit need?
Annual visual checks, glass cleaning frequency per soiling conditions, battery health inspections and replacements according to battery life. Modular batteries reduce downtime and crane costs.

6) How many cloudy days should a unit be sized for?
Design commonly targets 2–5 days autonomy depending on mission criticality and local irradiance patterns; remote projects often choose the higher end to avoid service calls.

7) Can these fixtures be added to a smart city network?
Yes — many units now include optional LoRa/GSM/IoT modules for remote monitoring, dimming, and fault reporting, enabling centralized asset management.

8) What warranty items should I insist on?
Battery warranty years and cycle count, LED warranty with lumen maintenance statement, and a minimum IP/IK warranty to cover ingress and impact claims.

Closing note

Choose the smallest lamp that meets photometric targets while using LiFePO₄ battery chemistry and an MPPT controller when budget permits. Select IP66 for locations with frequent heavy rain or coastal exposure; otherwise IP65 suffices. Verify photometry, LED lumen maintenance data, and battery cycle life before ordering to secure predictable lifetime performance and the best total cost of ownership.