Solar garden lights can die quickly for a variety of reasons, which include degradation of the batteries, inadequate sunlight, low-quality parts, and environmental factors. The following is an in-depth review of these problems and how to prevent them:
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Degradation of BatteriesProblem: The more they have been used, the lower the capacity of rechargeable batteries used in
solar-powered garden lights, thus causing the lights to light for lesser hours.
Prevention:Replace Batteries: Most
solar light run on standard rechargeable batteries, usually AA or AAA types. Replacing old, low-quality batteries will give the lights a more competent feature.
Battery Maintenance: Clean up regularly battery contacts to ensure that there is good contact made, and therefore no corrosion develops. Also, keeping them inside during off-seasons adds more life to the batteries.
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Inadequate LightingProblem:
Solar lights rely on solar energy to charge. In case the lights do not receive adequate solar energy during the day, they never get to be fully charged, thus resulting in lower runtime.
Prevention:Best Placement: Keep solar lights where there is direct sunlight for at least 6-8 hours a day. Never install them in shaded areas or where the line of vision may be obstructed by trees or buildings.
Clean Solar Panels: Dust, dirt, and other elements on the panel may obstruct sunlight. Use a soft cloth periodically to clean the panels for the maximum amount of solar energy to be absorbed.
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Low-Quality ComponentsProblem: Low-quality solar lights will make use of cheap parts, such as weak batteries, inefficient solar panels, or cheap LEDs, giving them poor performance and a short life.
Prevention:Quality Buy: Purchase your solar lights from renowned manufacturers who employ quality raw materials and other accessories in making these lights. Although a bit expensive, such lights are durable with high performance.
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Environmental FactorsProblem: Harsh weather conditions, either excessive rainfall, snowfall or raised temperatures, may render the solar lights obsolete and lower their lives.
Prevention:Weatherproofing: Check that the solar lights you buy are rated for outdoor use, and they are waterproof. Get lights that have a decent IP rating.
Seasonal Care: Take out the lights during harsh weather conditions and store them indoors. This will help avoid possible damage from freezing temperatures or excess moisture.
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LED LifespanProblem: The LEDs used in the solar lights have a limited life, and they may fade or die out after constant usage.
Prevention:
Choose Long-Lasting LEDs: Look for solar lights that use high-quality LEDs with long lifespans. Some of these LEDs are rated to last upwards of 50,000 hours or more.
Conclusion
Show how you can extend the life of solar garden lights by using high-quality products, placing them in places that get optimum sunshine, and maintenance in keeping solar panels clean and replacing their batteries when necessary. Doing some of these things will guarantee a bright, dependable illumination from your solar garden lighting for many years to come.
1 comment
Ed
I got some solar path panel lights at Home Depot, put new $20 batteries in, placed them where they get at least 12 hours of sunlight and when it gets dark at 630 PM they come on and last for TWO HOURS and go dark. It’s some of the Chinese-made garbage they sell at Home Depot. They exchanged the lights THREE TIMES and each light does the same thing.
Buy something else at a different store, made in America!