Post lights

Outdoor post lights or also called beacon lights are a type of lamp designed specifically to illuminate outdoor areas, such as paths, driveways or gardens.

In addition to fulfilling a decorative function, these luminaires have many advantages:

• Safety: Outdoor post lights help improve visibility in dark areas near the house, thus reducing the risk of unnecessary trips or collisions. They can also act as a deterrent against intruders.
• Atmosphere: The light emitted by the outdoor beacons creates a cozy and warm atmosphere. They can also be installed to highlight architectural or decorative elements of the environment, such as plants, pots or trees.
• Wayfinding: Outdoor beacons help guide people along paths, entrances or stairs. They are a perfect visual reference.
• Efficiency: Many outdoor beacons use LED technology which is very energy efficient. If we add options with an integrated solar panel to this, we will have a sustainable and highly efficient set.

Currently, we find a wide variety of outdoor beacons lamps. The adoption of LED technology has not only revolutionized the energy efficiency of these luminaires, but has also allowed for greater versatility in terms of design and performance.

We will leave aside the diversity of available designs, which cover classic, modern, rustic styles, among others, in order to focus on their possibilities and functions.

• Solar beacons: These outdoor beacons integrate a solar panel to take advantage of solar energy and illuminate an area without the need for a light point. Ideal for reducing energy consumption.
• Accent or highlight beacons: They are used to highlight elements of the environment, such as trees, fountains or statues.
• Decorative beacons: These outdoor beacons have been designed to add a decorative element to the exterior. They also help generate an aesthetic and pleasant atmosphere.
• Sensor beacons: These outdoor beacons incorporate technology that allows them to detect changes in the environment, such as brightness or movement. They contribute to greater energy savings by being able to control their ignition according to our needs.

Outdoor beacons with sensors are a growing trend in outdoor lighting projects. They stand out for incorporating features that make life easier and improve efficiency.

To understand how sensor beacons work, it is essential to differentiate the different types available:

• Beacons with motion sensor: These beacons incorporate a sensor that turns on the light when it detects movement in its surrounding area. In most cases, it can be adjusted to configure the detection area according to our specific needs.
• Beacons with twilight sensor: Outdoor beacons with twilight sensor incorporate a sensor that detects changes in ambient lighting. When the brightness decreases, it activates the beacon light. Typically, you can set the light level to turn it on.
• Beacons with 2 sensors: These beacons incorporate the two types of sensors mentioned above.