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How Solar Lights Charge During the Day (and How to Help Them)
A solar light is only as good as its charging. Understanding how the panel fills the battery helps you place the light better and get a full night every night.
From sun to battery
The panel turns sunlight into electricity. A controller regulates it so that the battery is charged safely and not overcharged. When the battery is full, charging stops.
What helps charging
Open sun for as many hours as possible, a clean panel, and a panel angle that faces the brightest part of the sky. Near the equator the sun is high, so a slight tilt is enough.
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What hurts charging
Shade from walls, trees and buildings; a dusty or bird-dropping covered panel; and mounting the light under an eave or overhang.
Simple test
Watch the pole between 10am and 3pm. If the panel is in shade for much of that time, move the light or trim the tree.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to charge?
A full day of good sun is the aim. Exact times depend on the model.
Can I charge it indoors?
Not effectively. Panels need direct sunlight.
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Tell us where you want the light and we will recommend the right size, even if it means a cheaper one.
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