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LED Lighting Drivers simplify low-power single-cell applications.

Al Gibson — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 16:16:13 +0000

LED Lighting Drivers simplify low-power single-cell applications.
Designed to drive high-brightness LEDs from single solar or rechargeable battery cell, ZXLD381 and ZXLD383 PFM DC-DC converters feature onboard low-saturation voltage switching transistor. They operate from input as low as 0.9 V and deliver up to 80 mA. Generating constant current for driving single or multiple LEDs, products only require inductor for high-efficiency (93%) operation. Model …

Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Garden Lights, Stainless Steel Pack of 6:

Al Gibson — Sat, 22 May 2010 16:09:43 +0000

6 solar powered lights made of stainless steel
Each solar light has1 LED soft bulb
Rechargeable Ni-Cad Battery included with each solar light
Ground stake for each solar light is included
Water Resistant and Corrosion Resistant, CE Certified

Product Description
Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Garden Lights, Stainless Steel Pack of 6:

With our pack of 6 Solar Powered Lights, you can add a little pizzazz to your favorite plant, tree or create a walkway lighting solar system. These aesthetically appealing Solar Garden Lights and are a perfect fit to any classic or modern landscape. We give you a pack of 6 solar lights each ready to install with ground stakes and battery included.

Each solar light has one LED long lasting bulb and includes a rechargeable Ni-Cad battery and a stake to install it in garden. These solar powered outdoor lights provide a subtle soft illumination on flower beds, accent plants and walkway or anywhere you need that soft touch. Our Solar Lights not need any wiring and do not cost anything to operate. Solar garden lights automatically get their power from the sun, store this power in the rechargeable battery and turn on at night.

Durable and water resistant, built with stainless steel so it will not rust or corrode. Each solar power garden light is about 4 ½ inches in diameter and 14 ½ inches in height. Rechargeable Ni-Cad battery is included. Light assembly required and no tools necessary.

Features:
Pack of 6 solar lights.
Each solar light is made of stainless steel.
Each solar light has1 LED soft bulb.
Rechargeable Ni-Cad Battery included with each solar light.
Comes with everything you need to install it.
Water Resistant.
CE Certified.
Corrosion Resistant.
Ground stake for each solar light is included.
Light assembly and no tools needed.

Solar Power, Outdoor Solar Garden Lights, Stainless Steel Pack of 6:

Help with a simple outdoor solar lighting system?

Al Gibson — Sat, 10 Apr 2010 16:01:11 +0000

Hello, I want to have some light on my shed.
I was thinking on solar lighting. I have a 8xAA rechargeable battery from a toy car and I’m going to buy a solar panel, what kind do I need?
Do I need something else? What is a “solar panel controller”?
How I connect everything? What kind of bulbs are better?
Lots of questions! Thanks for your help!

Stephanie.
Hello, I want to have some light on my shed.
I was thinking on solar lighting. I have a 8xAA rechargeable battery from a toy car and I’m going to buy a solar panel, what kind do I need?
Do I need something else? What is a “solar panel controller”?
How I connect everything? What kind of bulbs are better?
Lots of questions! Thanks for your help!

Stephanie.

PS. I WANT to build it, I know there are very cheap ones out there, but the objective is to learn a bit of electricity (positives and negatives and all that).

Black Finish Solar LED Triple Lamp Post

Al Gibson — Sun, 04 Apr 2010 15:11:50 +0000

Black finish.
Cast aluminum construction.
Includes 8 LED lights.
Auto dusk-to-dawn operation.
Includes mounting bolts.

Product Description
This solar powered lamp post will illuminate pathways, perimeters, and more with energy efficient, super-bright LED light. The sun charges the included rechargeable battery during the day to provide light all night long. Real beveled glass panes add to the late 19th Century appeal. The powder-coated cast-aluminum solar lamp post is weather resistant and won’t rust. Black finish. Cast aluminum construction. Includes 8 LED lights. Auto dusk-to-dawn operation. Includes mounting bolts. 85″ high…. More >>

Black Finish Solar LED Triple Lamp Post

Black Finish Solar LED 42″ High Lamp Post

Al Gibson — Wed, 31 Mar 2010 15:18:54 +0000

Black finish.
Cast aluminum construction.
Includes 8 LED lights.
Auto dusk-to-dawn operation.
Includes mounting bolts.

Black Finish Solar LED 42″ High Lamp Post

Black Finish Solar LED Double Lamp Post

Al Gibson — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 15:27:06 +0000

Black finish.
Cast aluminum construction.
Includes 8 LED lights.
Auto dusk-to-dawn operation.
Includes mounting bolts.

Black Finish Solar LED Double Lamp Post

Maintaining Solar Lights

Al Gibson — Thu, 11 Mar 2010 00:35:12 +0000

The main concept of Solar Lights is to place the solar landscape lights in full sun for charging, and receive light at night. Generally, solar lights need a minimum of 6 to 8 hours of full sun to maximize the number of hours your outdoor solar lights will provide light at night.

If placed in partial sun or shade, charging of the solar panel by the sun may not be optimized, and you may not be pleased with the amount and time of light emission at night. If you follow this basic rule, maintaining solar landscape lights is incredibly easy!

Follow these maintenance instructions for the life of your outdoor solar lights:

1. Wipe off the top, or solar panel area, with a damp cloth periodically to remove dust and grime. Do not use any harsh cleaning chemicals. Avoid putting pressure on the solar panel.

2. Remove any leaves that fall and block the sun from the solar panel.

3. Replace the Ni-Cd or Ni-MH Rechargeable Battery when your solar lights are no longer providing the brightness or length of lighting hours you desire, every two years or so.

That’s it! The LED light lasts for 25-30 years, so you might want to mark your calendar to replace your outdoor solar lights around the year 2035.

Lots of bang for the buck, isn’t it! Another great reason to install solar landscape lights rather than expensive electric fixtures!

Go Green for 2010! Check out all of our Solar Light products at www.NaturesSolarLights.com.

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Why Invest in Solar Yard Lights Now

Al Gibson — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 22:24:34 +0000

Solar yard lights are a good addition to any home. They are much cheaper to operate than traditional electric lights, each one of which will increase your utility bill. The attractions around solar yard lights are many. The fact that solar yard lights would continue to function during power shortages, need no wiring, no professional help DIY assembling instructions are all part and parcel of solar yard lights attractions. The cost to purchase your own solar yard lights are not so great. In fact, the prices of these gadget is a reasonable level compared with the common external light devices that run on electricity.

Solar yard lights are fast becoming popular with consumers revealing how very volatile consumer preferences could be. Going green is the concept involved and although sometimes, considered as a fad, going green concepts have taken over the world by a shock making advances in the market.

Note that many solar yard lights are sensitive to changes in environment and gets switched off automatically at dawn and gets switched on in the evening making life very easy for the people using the product.

They use the sun’s light to energize solar cells which store the energy in batteries and in turn produce light during hours of darkness. Solar powered yard lights work in the same way as any other solar lighting but differ in purpose – they are used. The current then sends energy to the power supply (rechargeable battery) which in turn energizes the lamp (LED). The efficiency (or light output) is based upon several factors such as cell capacity, lamp source, battery type and the PC board design.

The solar energy recharges the batteries during the day; at night the LED light turns on providing you with a beautiful light display to enjoy for up to 12 hours. This solar walkway light is easy to install, no cords or wires to fuss with. Every day solar cells collect energy from the sun and charge the rechargeable batteries included with each landscape light. At night, these lights will then turn on to provide illumination. A drawback is a site that is in complete shade all day may not get enough sun to properly charge batteries and for those few locations solar yard lights may not work. Check with a landscape expert, or even just places selling solar lighting to know how to assess a location for suitability.

Systems operate on just 4 AA batteries and the included 1.2V 1.200mA rechargeable battery. After nearly a year, the LED lights and the rechargeable batteries may still be going strong. They may show no sign of needing to be replaced.

With no wires to worry about, nor bulbs that burn out, you’ll find these will really brighten up your landscape! They feature clear LED landscape lights powered by a solar panel you can stake up to 14′ away. It comes with a flexible plastic ring that ranges in size from 6″ to 11″ in diameter and is very is to stake inside a pot or in a flower bed if so desired. Step lights and path lights are also common types of outdoor landscape lighting that look great and provide safety. By lighting the walkways and steps in the front and back of your home you can provide a safe area for people to walk on in the dark.