HaloMARKA Solar Decking Lights / Step Lights (White, Green or Blue) – 2 PACK
£24.90
The Halomarka LED walkover solar lights are versatile, professional solar lights with a 2 year guarantee. Sold in packs of two in a choice of White, Green or Blue. Screw to decking as a walkover, solar decking light or use the supplied ground spike to mount into soft ground around borders and paths. These walkover lights can also be mounted to the sides of walls and steps for use as a solar step light.
Solar Decking Light / Step Light – Daylight White, Green or Blue
The Halomarka LED walkover solar lights are versatile, professional solar lights with a 2 year guarantee. Sold in packs of two in either White, Green or Blue. Screw to decking (stainless steel screws provided) as a walkover, solar decking light. Alternatively, use the supplied ground spike to mount into soft ground around borders and paths.
Best of all, the Halomarka charges when mounted both horizontally and vertically, allowing for even more installation ideas. As an alternative installation method, mount vertically on and around steps for use as a solar step light. Use also on fences, walls and raised decking. And for the ultimate DIY install, mount on small panels of decking and install vertically into soft ground as a driveway post light. Inexpensive yet effective! So long as the Halomarka solar walkover light is positioned in direct sunlight, the mounting positions are endless.
The Halomarka is designed to provide 360 degree visibility at night. The heavy duty PC / ABS surround is sectioned into quarters for an even spread of light. The main purpose of this solar decking light is to be a guide light along pathways and seating areas. They are particularly suited to areas where it is difficult to run power cables. Once attached to the surface, their slight domed shape are perfect for walking over. Rated IP67 and using tough, vandal-resistant materials, they are ideal for both public and private areas.
The HaloMARKA solar deck light easily lasts all night (7.5+ hours). Before the time-lapse, it had one full day of charge total. Subsequently, unused power will carry over into the next day. Performance may vary depending on the amount of sunlight.
Key Features
- Walkover – up to 150kg
- Rated IP67
- 2 easy mounting options (surface mount / ground spike)
- 60 lumens per light
- Daylight White, Blue or Green options
- On/Off button on back (cannot be tampered with once installed)
| Colour | Daylight White, Blue, Green |
|---|---|
| Wattage | 0.5W |
| Lumen Output | 60 |
| Max Illumination Time (full charge) | up to 18 hours |
| LED Expected Life | Up to 50,000 hours |
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Sensor | Light Sensor (Photoreceptor) |
| Installed Height | 6mm nominal |
| Maximum Walkover Weight | 150KG |
| Battery Type | NI-MH AAA 1800mAh |
| Solar Panel | 0.66W Polycrystalline silicon Laminated Plate (Taiwan Neo) up to 25years |
| Pack Size | 2 |
| Included | 2 x Solar Decking Lights, 2 x Ground Spike, 4 x Stainless Steel Screws & Plugs |
| Material | Vandal Resistant Polycarbonate + ABS |
| Guarantee | 2 Years |
| Waste Disposal / Recycling | Batteries: BPRN0843, Electrical: WEE/KC3440XY |
Light Pollution & Colour Temperature
Reducing light pollution is crucial for protecting wildlife, preserving natural ecosystems, and maintaining our ability to stargaze. Always try to use the minimal light output required for your application, rather than unnecessarily excessive outputs. Excessive artificial light disrupts the behavior of nocturnal animals, including bats, which rely on darkness for feeding and navigation. Our “bat-friendly” lights are specifically designed to minimise light spill and reduce disturbances to bat habitats. By using these lights, we can provide safer environments for wildlife while ensuring outdoor spaces remain well-lit and functional.
Warmer colour temperatures have a less disruptive impact on wildlife and help reduce star-warping. For instance, bats are less affected by red-toned lights, which produce orange or yellow hues, compared to cooler, daylight white or blue lights higher in the spectrum. Blue light, being the most harmful for light pollution, should be minimised. The best solution is to use colour temperatures of 3000K or lower, with 2700K often referred to as “bat-friendly” lighting.
Light Intensity – Wattage VS Lumens
Battery Retention & Charging
Battery retention in solar products is crucial for ensuring reliable performance over time. High-quality batteries, such as LiFePO4 (Lithium Iron Phosphate) and Lithium-ion, maintain their charge capacity for longer, even with repeated charging cycles. While Ni-MH batteries are suitable for certain applications, they generally do not match the longevity and efficiency of LiFePO4 or Lithium-ion in solar setups. This is often reflected in the price. Proper battery management, like avoiding overcharging, deep discharging, or storing for long periods, will extend battery life. In addition, high-quality solar panels, such as monocrystalline or polycrystalline, perform well in the UK. The larger the panel surface area, the faster the battery will charge. Fostering have incorporated UK-specific dimming sequences into many solar bollard designs to reduce light output throughout the night when less light is required. As a result, this helps to retain battery charge for longer, as do motion sensors. Regular maintenance and choosing products with quality solar technology are key to maximising retention and longevity.
Remote Controls
Remotes are beneficial for solar lights for several reasons:
- Customisable Settings: With a remote, users can adjust settings such as brightness, lighting modes, or activation times to suit specific needs. This includes dimming the lights, timers or turning them off manually.
- Energy Efficiency: By adjusting settings via remote control, battery usage is reduced, thus retaining charge for longer. Dimming, time control and manual override all help to extend the life of the rechargeable battery.
- Enhanced Control: For installations with multiple solar luminaires, a remote allows users to adjust settings for each individual unit based on install location and requirements, rather than all functioning in exactly the same way.
Overall, remotes add practicality, energy savings, and ease of operation to solar lighting systems.
Automation – Light & Motion Sensors
Light sensors are devices that detect and respond to changes in light levels in their environment. These sensors are useful in automating various systems, helping to optimise energy use and improve safety. Dusk-to-dawn sensors, for example, automatically turn lights on at sunset and off at sunrise, ensuring lights are only used when necessary. Motion sensors detect movement, triggering lights to turn on when activity is detected, providing convenience and enhancing security. Both types of sensors are commonly used in outdoor lighting systems to save energy and increase efficiency.
TIMERS – Time controls are useful for automating the operation of luminaires, ensuring they run only when needed, which boosts energy efficiency. They also offer convenience by removing the need for manual intervention, while enhancing security by simulating activity, deterring potential intruders. Overall, they help optimise energy use and preserve equipment.
PHOTOCELL / DUSK TO DAWN – A PC (Photo Control) or Dusk-to-Dawn sensor automatically turns lights on at dusk and off at dawn, using natural light levels to detect the time of day. This sensor is ideal for outdoor lighting, as it ensures lights are only activated when needed, improving energy efficiency and convenience. Dusk-to-Dawn solar light often incorporate dimming sequences to help prolong battery life and reduce light output at times of reduced footfall.
PHOTO-RECEPTOR – A photo-receptor in lighting is a more general term for any light-sensitive element that detects light levels and converts them into an electrical signal. It can be used in various lighting control systems, particularly in solar lighting.
PIR MOTION SENSOR – A PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor detects motion by sensing changes in infrared radiation, typically emitted by human bodies or animals. It is a cost-effective and energy-efficient way to automatically activate lighting when motion is detected, ensuring lights are only on when needed. PIR sensors help save energy, reduce unnecessary lighting, and improve security by providing illumination when movement is sensed in a given area.
MICROWAVE MOTION SENSOR – A microwave sensor uses high-frequency electromagnetic waves to detect motion, even through walls or obstructions, by measuring changes in the reflected waves caused by movement. It is highly sensitive and can detect smaller movements, making it ideal for areas where precise motion detection is needed. Microwave sensors are great for enhancing security and energy efficiency, as they activate lights or alarms only when movement is detected, reducing energy waste.
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