22 Jul
2010
Outdoor Security Lighting

Electrical Maintenance...?
Outdoor/security lighting, ability to explain various air conditioners and dehumidifiers, ability to explain and identify different types of light bulbs, different types of light fixtures including ceiling fans, circuit breaker types and uses and transfer switcher types.
Any help will be great with any and all of this.
Sorry if I wasn't clear, any definitions and different types you can identify, especially about the air conditioners and dehumidifiers, and the kinds of outdoor lighting.
Outdoor lighting- look up (Google) sodium vapor lamps, mercury lamps, motion sensors, dawn-to-dusk switches.
Air conditioners: traditional heat pump (packaged = everything together, split system = compressor and air handler in different locations), dual fuel (uses gas for heating), ground loop (or "geothermal") heat pump. Understand what the "SEER" rating means.
Circuit breakers: cartridge fuse (old), resettable fuse, GFCI, spark gap surge arrestors.
Types of transfer switches? manual and automatic, I suppose. They are used to switch in a secondary power source (like a generator) into a business or home when the main grid power fails.
Important Development in Security Lighting That Can Make Your Home More Safe
There has been much advancement in the technology of security lighting in the last several years. These improvements have combined to make your home a safer place. Here are some of the more significant development in security lighting and how they will make your home and family safer.
It was inevitable that security lighting technology would evolve. The popularity with this form of lighting keeps growing because of its decorative and security functions. If you want to be taught the most recent style in outdoor lighting for protection, you have come to the right place.
The matter that you must remember when we talk about security light is that, today its function is not only modified to preventing intruders from entering but to add aesthetics to homes as well.
Don't get confused though, insuring guard is still the primary function of protection lights. But current trends are allowing home owners to have safety without sacrificing the architecture of your homes.
Here are the most current trends, designs and functions in outdoor security lighting:
Light Emitting Diode or LED Technology
Boost the walker and driver over the lights that are recessed in driveways, pavements and decks. Simply put, they are concealed and highly sensitive LED outdoor lighting. They can also be installed in Halogen
Flood Lights
These are powerful lights that are capable of producing good quality, penetrating white light. They are PIR sensor activated which means that it can detect motion. Once motion is detected, the light automatically turns on.
Computerized Lighting Systems
It permits you to program and vary the timing and intensity of the lights depending on the amount of protection that you need.
Appearance and Design
• Development of large and beautiful decorative lanterns (lights) installed around the house.
• Development of the "stainless steel" modern-day outside protection light. This is more in fashion now than the traditional "carriage" style outdoor lantern.
• Some modern security lights are equipped with LED lamps that emit a pale blue light. These lamps have low-energy consumption and thus, are environmentally-friendly. They emanate a sense of warmth as they beam out light that is not overly bright.
• With all the new choices available, the security lights selected for a homeowner is now becoming became a way of self-expression and a showcase of one's taste.
• Current trends dictate that lighting can dramatically influence the feel of a house. It can either make it warm, inviting, cozy, comfortable or distant and cold at the flip of the switch. Even security lighting will complement the look that you want your home to achieve. It is becoming as important as your best piece of furniture.
Material
There is an alteration in the materials of selection for these lighting fixtures. Brass, copper and steel are becoming increasingly popular in modern homes.
Energy-Efficient
• The lighting industry as a whole is putting a lot of emphasis on lights that are energy-efficient nowadays. Companies have replaced bulbs and power sources that consume less energy and allow you to save a lot of money.
• Solar powered designs are becoming more and more the pick because they draw their energy from the sun and do not gain a home owner's electricity bill.
![]() Cooper Lighting MS100PG 110 Degree 100W Portable Plug-in Motion Security Floodlight, Gray List Price: Sale Price: $27.90 You save: $2.09 (7%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description100W, Plug In Motion Activated Floodlight, 8' Grounded Electrical Cord, Gray Die Cast Metal Fixture With Plastic Handle, Detects Motion Up To 180°ree. & Up To 60' Range, Adjustable Time & Sensitivity Settings For Indoor/Outdoor Use, Ideal For Outbuildings Or Sheds, Includes Bulb, Replacement Bulb True Value #787-513. Features
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![]() MAXSA Innovations 40218 Motion-Activated Dual Head LED Security Spotlight List Price: Sale Price: $44.99 You save: $44.96 (50%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis is one of the brightest solar-powered, motion-activated outdoor security spotlights on the market. Reposition the heads for wide illumination. The LEDs never burn out or need changing. This environmentally friendly unit ensures that you always have bright light without using one bit of electricity, drawing the free power of the sun. This means low energy costs and low environmental impact with an amazing amount of light. Installation is so simple, no electrician needed. Features
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![]() Dorcy 41-1071 LED Wireless Motion Sensor Flood-Lite List Price: Sale Price: $21.11 You save: $3.88 (16%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product Description41-1071 Features: -160 Lumens LED light. -180 Motion sensor flood light. -Auto timer on / off. -Only turns on at night saves energy. -Adjustable beam positioning. -No wires attach anywhere. -Projects 350 sq. ft of light. -Requires 3 D cell batteries. -Easy attachment. -Dimensions: 6.75'' H x 3.75'' W x 4.5'' D. Features
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![]() Fulcrum Products Light-It 6 LED Porch Light with Motion Sensor List Price: Sale Price: $24.49 You save: $5.50 (18%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionProvide instant security to your front portion with the ultra bright Fulcrum Motion Sensor Light. Features
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![]() Cooper Lighting GT100MH 100W Metal Halide Industrial Grade Security Dusk to Dawn Area Light Sale Price: $99.99 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionMetal halide industrial grade area light has a rugged die cast aluminum housing with powder coated paint. Use where energy efficiency and light color are important. Features include nighttime On daytime Off (twist lock photo control with optional cover for more control), metal guard attaches (without tools) to protect lens and bulb from damage, easy installation: Ez mount bracket and Quick connect wiring system. Fixture operates on standard 120V 60 Hz household current, replacement bulb: 100W M90 medium base ED 17 metal halide, bulb included. cULus listed for wet location use. Features
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![]() Heath Zenith SL-4144-AZ-A New England Carriage Style 150-Degree Motion Sensing Decorative Security Light, Antique Bronze List Price: Sale Price: $55.35 You save: $14.60 (21%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionThis carriage-style outside wall lamp offers great looks, plus the convenience of a built-in motion detector and dusk-to-dawn sensor. A handy security feature around garages and patios, the motion sensor has a 150 degree, 30 foot range. The design also comes with the Dual Brite two-level lighting feature, which brightens the light output from the light when motion is detected. It comes in an antique bronze finish with panels of beveled glass. Takes one 100 watt bulb (not included). 14 3/4" high and 6 3/4" wide, extends 8 1/2" from the wall. Motion-activated lights are convenient and energy efficient, but they can be a little bulky and awkward to look at-in the driveway is fine, but you wouldn't want to put one on your porch. Unless it's one of Heath Zenith's porch lights, that is. These products give you the best of both worlds, combining motion-activation and traditional lantern design.The SL-4144 is a four-sided New-England style lantern that includes a hidden motion-sensing device. This device will detect movement in a 150-degree radius up to a distance of 30 feet. You can set the light timer to one, five, or ten minutes, and the sensor itself may be adjusted to give you more or less sensitivity (so it doesn't light up every time a car drives by). The weather-resistant antique bronze finish means it's going to look good for a while, too.This model also features "Dual Brite" lighting, which means you can use it for low-level accent lighting in addition to the full-light effect you get with motion-activation. An included timer allows you to set low-light mode for three hours, six hours, or dusk to dawn (an automatic photocell deactivates the unit in daylight).If you're looking to save a little money on outdoor lighting by installing a motion-detector, this is a great option that won't look out of place. Requires one medium-base bulb of up to 100 watts (not included).--Josh DettweilerWhat's in the BoxLamp housing, motion detector Features
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![]() Heath Zenith SL-5512-BZ-B 300-Watt Quartz Halogen Motion-Sensing Twin Security Light, Bronze List Price: Sale Price: $35.91 You save: $4.04 (10%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionMotion Sensing Quartz Security Lights Type: Metal Framed Quartz Security Light Wattage: 300 Distance: 70 Detection Angle Degree: 240° Color: Bronze Heath Zenith's SL-5512 bundles a motion sensor and a two-light halogen floodlight in a single package, but with a lot of extra features you don't see in similar setups.Unlike most motion-activated security lights, this one features "pulse count" technology that reduces the number of times that lamps are triggered due to wind and rain. In addition, the "Dual Brite" feature allows you to use it for low-level accent lighting in addition to the full-light effect you get with motion-activation (an included timer allows you to set low-light mode for three hours, six hours, or dusk to dawn-an automatic photocell deactivates the unit in daylight). The unit also includes a selectable timer that lets you set the amount of time the lights stay on after motion stops. Alternatively, it includes a manual override that lets you turn the light on and off at will via an existing indoor switch.The sensor has a range of up to 70 feet and detects motion in a wide 240-degree range with a maximum 21,000-square-foot detection zone. The detection range is adjustable, too, so you can make sure the floodlights don't go on every time a car drives by.For the same floodlight in a white finish, see Heath Zenith product #SL-5512-WH-A. Accepts halogen bulbs of up to 300 watts (included).--Josh DettweilerWhat's in the BoxLamp holders, light control, two halogen bulbs, hardware kit (plastic hanger, mounting bolt, rubber plug, gasket, mounting strap, three wire connectors, six mounting screws, light shield) Features
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![]() Heath Zenith SL-5630-BZ-D 180 Degree Halogen Motion Sensing Security Light, Bronze Sale Price: $39.95 Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionKeep your home and family safer with motion sensing security lights. This wall mounted security light has a full range of features, including DualBrite® 2-level lighting and automatic dusk-to-dawn operation. This bronze finished wall light is also ENERGY STAR® certified for energy efficiency. Bronze finish. Metal construction. Motion detector range 180 degrees, 30 feet. ENERGY STAR® certified. Manual override. Includes one 100 watt halogen bulb. 11" high, 7" wide. Extends 5 3/4" from the wall. Features
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![]() SE Wireless Motion Sensor Light - 10 Super-Bright LED List Price: Sale Price: $9.50 You save: $5.45 (36%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionInstantly add motion-activated light for security and safety - indoors or out*Infrared technology senses both movement and heat for fewer false activations*Compact (3" x 3") and lightweight (4.3 oz) lets you install almost anywhere; easy-mounting slot *10 super-bright LED cast pure white light, last for 100,000 hours, sip battery power*Wire-free installation, operates for months on 3 AA batteries (not included); lead-free RoHS-qualityEffective tool for both security and safety; the sudden activation startles unwanted visitors but also provides safe entrance and room lighting for your family and guests. We were very impressed with the performance of this device in our tests. The sensor is quite sensitive, very quick to light and we experienced no false activations. An excellent way to add automatic light to dark closets and cabinets; makes a great night light for safer navigation without producing constant light - especially helpful during power outages. Effective range 10-15' front, 15-20' side-to-side, 30-second auto-off; white finish matches any decor. Outdoor installation should only be done where unit will be protected from direct exposure to elements. Also has constant-on setting when needed. 3" x 3" x 1-3/8"; 4.3 oz with 3 AA batteries installed (batteries not included). Features
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![]() Heath Zenith SL-5318-WH-D 300-Watt Motion-Sensing Shielded Wide-Angle Twin Security Light, White List Price: Sale Price: $29.83 You save: $0.12 (%) Eligible for free shipping!Availability: Usually ships in 24 hours See Reviews For This Product DescriptionDaylight shut-off. Selectable walk test. 300 watts of incandescent lighting. Automatic power outage rest. Sensitivity adjustment. Wall or eave mountable. Patented swivel adjustment. Selectable light timer 1, 5 or 20 minutes. Manual override. Operating temperature-minus 22 degrees Fahrenheit to plus 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Pulse count technology. 150 degrees wide angle lens. Range boost doubles coverage area up to 13,000 square feet. Selectable range of 70' or 100'. Durable metal fixtures. Patented dual Brite 2-level lighting. Off, 3 hour, 6 hour or dusk to dawn selectable dual Brite timer. Protective metal lamp covers. Features
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