

Solar street lights are powered by crystalline silicon solar cells, maintenance-free lithium batteries, and ultra-bright LED lamps, controlled by intelligent charging and discharging controllers. They do not require cable installation, making subsequent installation extremely simple. They also do not require AC power and do not incur electricity costs. Currently, solar street lights occupy a significant share of the lighting market. However, the solar street light market lacks specific industry standards, leading many to inquire about how to select high-quality solar street lights. Therefore, I have summarized the following five tips for assessing the quality of solar street lights:
1. Overall appearance: Check if the design and workmanship of the solar street light are aesthetically pleasing and free of tilting issues. This is a basic requirement for solar street lights.
2. Batteries: Verify that the batteries are specialized energy storage batteries. Many small companies use starting batteries as energy storage, which severely damages the lifespan of solar street lights. Hot-dip galvanized parts maintain their coating at cut edges, while cold-dip galvanized parts do not. The thickness of the lamp head is approximately 2.8 mm, and the lower end relates to height with a taper; thickness can be around 4 mm.
3. Choose a well-known manufacturer of solar street lights, such as Century Sunshine Solar, which often provides various guarantees, including professional manufacturing equipment, testing equipment, automation, and a technical team, reducing procurement concerns.
4. It is crucial that all components meet specifications; otherwise, it may result in internal short circuits. Ensure that the specifications of all components are compliant, and check that the location of the lamp pole is appropriate.
5. Understand the components in detail, including solar panels, solar batteries, solar controllers, and light sources. Consider factors such as the materials of the photoelectric panel, color difference, charging current, open-circuit voltage, and conversion power. When selecting batteries, knowledge of specific types and operating environments is essential. Additionally, when choosing controllers, be aware of their waterproof capabilities.
6. Light source: Choose high-quality LED chips as they directly impact the brightness and stability of the lights, making them extremely important.
These tips on assessing the quality of solar street lights are shared here. When conducting quality assessments, it’s also essential to understand the specific environment, as different climates lead to varying material requirements during selection.