I want to install this light in my carport area which does not receive direct sunlight. Will this light work for me?
1608856
As it is a solar powered light I believe I would opt for a battery version. Light has to hit the charge area for it to work.
1608857
There are lights for sale here that have a separate solar cell battery compartment that could be used for your purpose. The charging part of the light is connected to the lights with an electrical cord and can be mounted where it gets ample sun light. Then, the light itself can be mounted to shine where needed. Just be sure and get a long enough cord for the solar cell to connect to the light unit itself.( look around in this section for separate light, solar panel assembly)
1608858
It is best to get direct sunlight or the battery won't get charge properly and your light won't last long. I love this light cause it's on all night but when movement is detected it turns on brighter So the more sunlight it gets the better.
1608859
It does have a battery for when solar panel has not received enough charge from sunlight so it should work fine, you would just need to change battery more often.
1608860
I have installed this light near the front door which receives direct sun light. I can't be sure if it will work in place where it won't get light from the sun directly.
1608861
No it wont. Had to move mine a few times before finding a spot that worked. Needs direct sunlight, then works great
1608862
No. The solar panel needs direct sunlight to fully charge and function properly. I had this same issue and so I relocated solar light to get direct sun and purchased a battery operated light for the area not receiving direct sun.
578851
I purchased this light fixture and mine is mounted outside in my entry way. Works nicely! I would not mount it somewhere that it could get wet.
493358
Yes, it works very well without direct sunlight. You will find that even on an overcast day, the indirect light is picked up by the solar panel and it activates the fan.
1318631
I have mine set up on a stairwell that has a skylight above it, so it's getting the full amount of sunlight. But it works great. It turns on and off exactly when I would want it to.
1796003
Mine is set up to get direct sunlight because that just happened to be where I needed them, but I don't think it was necessary. As long as it is not under shade all day it should be fine.
1109416
Yes, it will work fine. I have mine in an outdoor fixture that turns off and on with a dusk to dawn switch (just like a timer) and it works great.
98629
Not very. I have two shining in my carport and they just light it about equal to two night lighs
736243
I wouldn't suggest it, the fixture offers no weather protection. Maybe in the southwest where there isn't much precipitation.
202208
Mine is hanging from a large avocado tree. It gets 2 hours of direct sunlight. bottom line is,... more direct sun, the longer the charge.
869863
It will be fine if panel is kept vertical facing south. it provides an amazing amount of light for as inexpensive as it is. We use it in our remote goat barn. You might want two for a 20x10 garage
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Attachment to previous message.....Take a look at the solar security lights. I purchased 4 Swiftly Done (motion activated) Bright Exterior LED Solar Powered Lights. I have them in back (wooded lot) they work really well, even on cloudy days they put out bright light.
850413
I dont see why it wouldnt work outside BUT not what it is made for. Light is extremely bright so might effect neighbors and I would worry about it being damaged or stolen. Great light tho!
1802850
I see no reason that it would not work. It can be easily adjusted to put light where you need it. You may use up a lot of batteries if you use this area frequently.
953306
Probabally not unless it was very close to the light. Indirect sunlight outdoors is not enough. However, this is a great choice for outdoors and it sure beats batteries and an on/off switch!
229983
Shouldn't take too long. Just be sure to position it where it will get a good amount of sun throughout the day. This light is worth every penny!
419724
You have to follow the instruction on which direction to place the panel, I think it said southwest. If you do that and it's sunny all day, then you should have light through the night. But if it's cloudy or it rained the whole day, the light will only stay on for a short time. In most part, this light is pretty good. I have 4 of these lights around my house.
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you need the sun to have it work. if in shaded area or no sun at all it does not work.