The battery is the key component of solar lighting solutions. Quality battery technology determines the performance, lifespan, and cost of a solar luminaire.
From the beginning, Solux has chosen the LIFEPO4 Lithium battery, which guarantees an operating lifetime of over 10 years and 5000 cycles.
Many manufacturers, due to lack of knowledge or cost-saving measures, opt for other technologies like Lithium Ion or NiMH, resulting in poor product quality and shorter lifespans.
With over 500,000 products installed worldwide in various climates, Solux batteries have proven their quality and performance.
Lithium LIFE.P04
Comparison of Life cycle numbers by type of
battery technology at 50% Depth of Discharge*
Lead Acid
200
Nimh
700
Lithium ion
800
LIFE.PO4
5000
Minimum & Maximum temperature range for optimal charging during the day
From
-20 to 50°C
LEAD ACID
From
-10 to 30°C
NIMH
From
-20 to 65°C
LITHIUM-ION
From
-40 to 65°C
LITHIUM
LIFEPO4 SOLUX
Minimum & Maximum temperature range for optimal discharging during the day
From
-5 to 45°C
LEAD ACID
From
-5 to 45°C
NIMH
From
0 to 65°C
LITHIUM-ION
From
-40 to 65°C
LITHIUM
LIFEPO4 SOLUX
Lead Acid | Nimh | Lithium ion | Lithium Life.P04 | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Cycle Life for 80% DOD | 200 | 700 | 800 | 3000 |
Cycle Life for 50% DOD | 450 | 1400 | 1000 | 5000 |
Charging T°C | -20°c to +50°c | -10°c to +50°c | -20°c to +65°c | -40°c to +65°c |
Discharging T°C | -5°c to +50°c | -5°c to +50°c | -5°c to +65°c | -40°c to +65°c |
Self discharge rate | 5% | 30% | 3% | 3% |
Toxicity | Very High | Very Low | Very Low | No Risk |
Eplosion risk | Average | Very Low | High | No Risk |
Recycling | --- | ++ | + | +++ |
Cost // to LIFE.P04 | -70% | -40% | -30% |
Test realised in our laboratory on a selection of a range of both Solux & commercial batteries
*Depth of Discharge (DoD) measures how much of a battery's capacity has been used, expressed as a percentage. It is calculated by dividing the discharged capacity by the battery's total capacity. For instance, a 1000 Wh battery discharged by 250 Wh has a DoD of 25%.
Extreme conditions ready | -10° to 85° ( optional - 40° )
High temperatures can drastically reduce a battery’s lifespan. Our solution is to encapsulate our batteries in aluminum waterproof casings, ensuring excellent heat dissipation. The design also allows natural airflow, keeping the battery at ambient temperature.
Anodyzed
Aluminium case
+23% Cycle Lifetime
Natural Heat
Dissipation
High temperatures greatly affect the battery’s lifetime. This is why our batteries are encapsulated in an aluminum waterproof casing for a perfect heat dissipation. In addition to that, the casing enjoy a natural airflow which keeps the battery to ambient temperature.
Our LED modules are designed for unmatched longevity, featuring PHILIPS LED Chips known for their superior performance and robustness, with a lifespan exceeding 100,000 hours and efficiency of over 196 Lumens per Watt.
To further enhance reliability, our luminaires include electronic protection against overheating and feature advanced temperature management.
By keeping LED module temperatures significantly below maximum limits, we ensure an extended lifespan and safer, more effective performance.
Our lenses will allow you to maximize light direction and control
(Optics Example for the SSLXPRO range)
2200K to 6500K
Equiped with Philipps Luxeon
Find out all our optics in the 2024 catalogue
Wildlife friendly
For optimal performance and reliability, Solux exclusively utilizes high-performance monocrystalline photovoltaic panels.
We carefully select only TOPCON GRADE A cells, each demonstrating an efficiency of 25,5%.
This meticulous selection ensures our panels deliver exceptional power output and durability.
Equiped with TOPCON Grade A
Conversion efficiency ≥97% under low PERC cells.
Comparison Table of Solar Panel Efficiency Loss by Type
Guarantee module performance
in percentage %
Solux solutions are equipped with microwave detectors that utilize the Doppler effect, similar to car radars, to detect presence and measure distance. These sensors emit high-frequency waves that bounce off objects to analyze presence.
The benefits of microwave detectors include:
Much higher reliability compared to infrared detectors.
Up to 360° directivity.
Insensitivity to environmental variations such as light, color, and temperature.
Long and stable detection range.
Microwaves technology
The charge controller is the brain of the solar lighting system. It regulates and protects the battery charge while managing the lighting and its programming.
The electronics of the Solux controller are fully encapsulated in an aluminum box, ensuring both tightness and excellent heat dissipation. Additionally, the controller safeguards all components against:
Overload / Overcurrent / Overtemperature / Overvoltage / Overdischarge
In a search for performance and reliability, our products are equipped with MPPT (Maximum Power Point Tracking) technology controller offering the best charging efficiency on the market.
SOLUX BRIDGE allows the control of luminaires such like
Programming Real-time operation monitoring Faul alert Location Operation history
Automatic schedule control
In order to facilitate all maintenance operations and especially to diagnose any possible problem without having to intervene mechanically on the luminaire, Solux luminaires are equipped with a Wireless diagnosis system via remote control. With a simple click get real-time information such as:
Automatic diagnosis in the event of a malfunction
State of charge and history of the Battery
Real-time charging and History of production of the Solar Panel
Age of the productt and date of installation
Temperature and its history
Solux remote functions
In order to facilitate all maintenance operations and especially to diagnose.
Whether for a technical question, an opinion or maintenance, the Solux technical team will always be available through our documentation, by telephone or on site.
In addition all our components are assembled without welding and easy to access with waterproof plug & play connectors, in order to facilitate their replacement
Rain or shine, you are protected