800 Sets LED Solar Roadway Lighting System for Municipal Road Application
Project Location: Canberra, Australia
Project Type: Solar Roadway Lighting Upgrade
Product: LED Solar Roadway Lights
Quantity: 800 sets
Power: 36W
Certification: SAA / UN38.3
Warranty: 3 Years
Energy Saving Improvement: 25%
LIKELITE supplied an LED solar roadway lighting system for a roadway lighting upgrade application in Canberra, Australia.
The project involved the installation of 800 sets of 36W LED Solar Roadway Lights, designed to provide independent solar-powered illumination with intelligent lighting control.
The project demonstrates LIKELITE's capability in supplying solar roadway lighting systems for infrastructure applications requiring energy efficiency, reliable outdoor operation and reduced dependence on traditional grid power.
Project Overview
Solar Roadway Lighting Upgrade for Australian Infrastructure
The Canberra solar roadway lighting project was developed for an outdoor roadway application where stable lighting performance, independent energy supply and long-term operational reliability were required.
The project objectives included:
Replacing traditional roadway lighting solutions
Reducing electricity consumption
Improving energy management
Providing reliable night-time illumination
Supporting outdoor operation under Australian climate conditions
Implementing intelligent lighting control
The final system configuration combined:
LED roadway lighting + solar power generation + battery storage + intelligent control
to create an integrated solar roadway lighting solution.
Project Requirements
For this project, the solar roadway lighting system needed to meet several engineering requirements:
Independent Power Supply
The lighting system needed to operate using solar energy without direct dependence on conventional electrical infrastructure.
Outdoor Durability
The equipment needed to withstand:
Outdoor exposure
Temperature variation
Dust and moisture
Long-term operation
Energy Management
The system required intelligent control functions to optimize energy usage.
Lighting Performance
The roadway lighting system required:
Efficient LED output
Controlled roadway distribution
Stable illumination
Suitable operating time
Project Product Configuration
LED Solar Roadway Lights
The project used:
LED Solar Roadway Lights
Technical configuration:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Quantity | 800 sets |
| Power | 36W |
| LED Efficiency | 120 lm/W |
| LED Source | CREE SMD2835 |
| Solar Cell | Mono-Si |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| CCT | 5000K |
| CRI | ≥80 |
| Beam Angle | 75° × 140° CUT OUT |
| Housing Material | Aluminum Alloy |
| Shade Material | Glass |
| Power Supply | Solar |
| Operating Temperature | -25°C to +65°C |
Solar Power System Configuration
Solar Panel System
The project configuration included:
Solar Panel: 18V / 36W
The Mono-Si solar panel generates renewable energy during daytime operation.
The solar power system was configured according to:
Required lighting duration
Local solar conditions
Battery capacity
Project operating requirements
Battery Storage System
The project used:
Battery: 12.8V / 15Ah
The battery stores solar energy generated during daytime and provides power during night operation.
Battery performance is influenced by:
Charging conditions
Ambient temperature
Operating schedule
Lighting output requirements
Intelligent Lighting Control System
The Canberra project integrated:
Microwave Motion Sensor + Light Control + Timer Control
The intelligent control system enables optimized operation according to actual road usage.
The lighting strategy can include:
Normal Operation
The system provides standard roadway illumination.
Motion Detection
When vehicles or pedestrians are detected, lighting output can be adjusted.
Energy Saving Mode
During low-activity periods, the system can reduce lighting output through dimming control.
This approach improves energy utilization while maintaining roadway safety.
Engineering Design Support
LIKELITE supported the project with professional lighting engineering services.
The available engineering services include:
Lighting and circuitry design
On-site metering
DIALux Evo layout
LitePro DLX layout
AutoCAD layout
AGi32 layout
The engineering evaluation focuses on:
Road geometry
Installation conditions
Lighting distribution
System configuration
Energy performance
This ensures the selected solar roadway lighting system matches actual project conditions.
Project Implementation Process
01 — Project Assessment
The project requirements were evaluated based on:
Road application
Environmental conditions
Lighting requirements
Energy objectives
02 — Lighting Design
Lighting layouts and engineering calculations were prepared to evaluate:
Beam distribution
Road coverage
Installation suitability
03 — Solar System Configuration
The solar panel and battery system were matched with:
36W LED load
Required operating time
Solar availability
04 — Production and Quality Control
LIKELITE manufactured the solar roadway lighting systems according to the confirmed technical requirements.
Quality control focused on:
Product performance
Outdoor protection
Electrical safety
System consistency
05 — Project Delivery
800 sets of LED Solar Roadway Lights were prepared for roadway lighting installation.
Project Technical Summary
| Item | Project Data |
|---|---|
| Country | Australia |
| City | Canberra |
| Application | Roadway Lighting Upgrade |
| Product | LED Solar Roadway Lights |
| Quantity | 800 sets |
| Power | 36W |
| LED Efficiency | 120 lm/W |
| LED Chip | CREE SMD2835 |
| Solar Panel | 18V / 36W |
| Battery | 12.8V / 15Ah |
| Solar Cell | Mono-Si |
| IP Rating | IP66 |
| CCT | 5000K |
| Beam Angle | 75° × 140° |
| Control System | Microwave + Light Control + Timer |
| Remote Control | Supported |
| Dimming | Supported |
| Charging Time | 5–6 Hours |
| Certification | SAA / UN38.3 |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
| Energy Saving | 25% |
Project Performance
The Canberra solar roadway lighting upgrade achieved an estimated:
25% Energy Saving Improvement
The improvement was achieved through the combined effect of:
High-efficiency LED technology
Solar energy generation
Battery storage
Intelligent control
Motion sensing
Dimming management
The project demonstrates how a properly configured solar roadway lighting system can improve energy efficiency while maintaining reliable illumination.
Project Value for Future Applications
The Canberra project provides a reference for customers evaluating solar roadway lighting applications in:
Australia
New Zealand
Europe
Middle East
Africa
Latin America
It demonstrates LIKELITE's ability to support:
Municipal roadway Projects
EPC infrastructure Projects
Solar lighting distributors
Engineering contractors
Commercial developments
with customized solar lighting solutions.
Before & After Comparison
DIALux EVO Lighting Simulation Verification
FAQ — Canberra Solar Roadway Lighting Project
1. Where was this solar lighting project located?
The project was located in Canberra, Australia.
2. What type of project was completed?
It was a solar roadway lighting upgrade project.
3. How many solar roadway lights were supplied?
The project included 800 sets of LED Solar Roadway Lights.
4. What was the power rating?
The project used 36W LED Solar Roadway Lights.
5. What LED technology was used?
The project used CREE SMD2835 LED technology.
6. What was the LED efficiency?
The reference configuration provides 120 lm/W luminous efficiency.
7. What solar panel configuration was used?
The system used an 18V / 36W Mono-Si solar panel.
8. What battery configuration was used?
The system used a 12.8V / 15Ah battery.
9. Did the system include intelligent control?
Yes. The project included microwave motion sensor, light control and timer control.
10. Does the system support dimming?
Yes. Dimming functionality is supported.
11. What was the protection rating?
The solar roadway light was configured with IP66 protection.
12. What certifications were included?
The project specification included SAA / UN38.3 certification.
13. What was the warranty period?
The project warranty was 3 years.
14. What energy-saving improvement was achieved?
The project achieved approximately 25% energy-saving improvement.
15. Can LIKELITE supply similar solar lighting Projects?
Yes. LIKELITE supports solar roadway lighting projects with product supply, engineering design support, system configuration and customized production.
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