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How Does A Security Light Work

Lighting Technologies Used In Outdoor Lights.

There are three main security lighting technologies used namely:

1. Motion-Activation

As mentioned above, These security lights with camera fixtures are fitted with motion sensors that switch ON the light whenever movement is detected.

Also, They are very convenient, energy-efficient, and effective at keeping intruders at bay.

2. Photocell Sensor Lights

In these fixtures, switching ON and OFF depends on the time of day and the amount of light in the atmosphere around the fixture.

They are also referred to as Dusk-to-Dawn lights.

Basically, these fixtures use Photocells to turn ON/OFF as per the amount of light that 

hits the sensors; i.e. little light means the sun is setting (dusk) and an increase in light indicates the sun is rising (dawn).

Dusk-to-Dawn fixtures are quite efficient and convenient due to their automation. However, they aren’t as good as motion-activated lamps.

1. Traditional/Manual Switching

For those who don’t fancy the perks of having an automated outdoor lighting system, you can always go old-school with traditional fixtures that require manual switching.

Floodlights are a good example of fixtures that can be operated manually.

However, You should note that most modern floodlights come with motion-activation and adjustable timing features.

And that’s it – how outdoor security fixtures operate…