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The best height for mounted lights depends on your lighting goals, the area to be illuminated and the luminaire being used. FLT can help you determine the optimum pole or mounting height for your project. Typical pole mounting heights are: 12-16 feet for pedestrian scale applications such as multi-use pathways 18-25 feet for parking lot and area lighting applications Up to 30 feet for local and collector streets Contact our lighting team at 1 844 279-8754 or email us for a free design consultation for your project.

This varies by project. Generally, we recommend spacing luminaries at a distance approximately 5 to 6 times the mounting height. For example, luminaires mounted on a 16 foot pole would be spaced 80 to 96 feet apart.

Yes, you can find the IES files in the Supporting Resources section the the product pages. Click the links below to find the IES files and other information on each of our products. BFL, Vega, IPL, PLB, PLB-AC, RSL-Side Mount, RSL-Pole Top, SCL, SCL2, and WLB.

Absolutely. Our team is genuinely passionate about solar lighting and eager to learn about your project to help you find the right solution for your specific site and application. Call us at 1 844 279-8754 or email us to get started.

View our in depth blog post on lighting distributions here. Our lights have 4 common distribution options. Type II and III distributions are ideal for applications like multi-use pathways, sidewalks, local streets and collector streets. Type IV and V distributions are commonly used in wider area applications like parking lots, plazas or parks. The best distribution depends on your lighting goals and the specifics of your project. Call our lighting experts at 1 844 279-8754 or email us to discuss what would work best.

No. Our lights have been designed to installed by general contractors or laborers. However, we recommend consulting your local authorities to determine any legal qualifications for installation in your jurisdiction.

All FLT products are designed to be as simple to install as possible. We find that it typically takes under 5 minutes to install our solar bollards, under 10 minutes for our solar luminaires and less than 30 minutes for our BFL solar street light.

Not at all. FLT designs every light with simplicity in mind, no trenching, no cabling and no connection to the electrical grid required. Most installations take under 15 minutes, with some as quick as 10. FLT's Adaptive Intelligence Controller means select lights are ready to turn on straight out of the box, with no complicated on-site assembly or specialized skills needed.

Yes. Footing specifications for solar luminaire poles vary depending on regional building codes, local soil conditions, and structural load requirements. For accurate, site-specific specifications we recommend engaging a structural engineer early in your project planning process. Based on past installations, footings have typically ranged from 8"–10" in diameter and 18"–24" in depth, though these should be treated as a general reference only and not a substitute for a site-specific engineering assessment.

Yes. Footing requirements can vary greatly depending on your region and site conditions, so we recommend having a structural engineer specify the design for your project. Our bollards are typically mounted on concrete footings as a general baseline.

Our fixtures’ estimated useful life is 20+ years.

Our high-performance lithium batteries have a typical useful lifespan of 10+ years. Learn more about The Difference Between Solar Battery Types.

Yes. Our commercial solar lights support 11 standard lighting profiles as well as fully customizable time-based profiles, giving you precise control over when lights turn on, dim, or switch off. Each unit is pre-programmed at the factory to your exact project specification, simplifying installation on-site with no additional setup required. Profiles can be adjusted at any time to suit changing operational requirements.

You can choose from 11 standard lighting profiles or a time-based custom profile so that the lights are on, off, or dimmed at exactly the times that are right for your project. Lighting profiles are pre-programmed at the factory to your specification to simplify and speed installation and commissioning. Of course, they can be changed in the future if necessary.

Our lights work best with 2–3 hours of direct sunlight. FLT’s Adaptive Intelligence enables the lights to predicatively adapt to their surroundings, providing a level of lighting performance and reliability unmatched in other solar products. If you’re unsure about the light levels at your location, please give us a call and we can work through the analysis with you.

Our adaptive capabilities ensure that our lights can function through extremely adverse conditions of up to 14 days without any effective charging. This compares to 3 to 5 days for most other options which may or may not be sufficient.

Yes. Our solar lights go through a thorough mechanical testing program covering hurricane-zone wind loads, snow loads and structural load testing. Built with robust materials, AAMA 2604 powder coat finishes for corrosion resistance, and IP67 water ingress protection, they are well suited for public spaces, car parks, construction sites and other high-risk outdoor environments. While no fixture is indestructible, our lights are engineered to be among the most durable and vandal resistant solar lights available.

We have a worldwide network of distributors and agents that provide local representation for FLT. Please call us at 1-844-279-8754 and we can connect you with a lighting expert in your area.

Our typical shipping time for the continental U.S. and Canada is 4 weeks.

Yes, our lights qualify for a number of high-value government rebates. To determine which you might qualify for in your area, please call us at 1 844 279-8754.

Our products may contribute to the achievement of the following LEED credits: SS Credit 8: Light Pollution Reduction EA Credit 1: Optimize Energy Performance EA Credit 2: On-Site Renewable Energy MR Credit 4: Recycled Content.

Our solar lighting is the simplest and most cost-effective way to illuminate outdoor spaces. Municipalities, corporations, government agencies and more around the world choose FLT because: Our team provides exceptional service and is here every step of the way to help you get the best lighting solution. Our lights are made from the most robust materials to ensure longevity and ongoing performance. Our overhead lights and bollards offer easy specification and installation which reduces hassle and costs Our lights incorporate smart technology to optimize performance and reliability in all conditions Many of our customers have told us that our lights are a “no brainer”, and we agree.

Our lights are manufactured at our headquarters in Victoria, BC, Canada.

Most likely! Give us a call at 1 844 279-8754 and we’ll track down the installation closest to you.

Although lithium-ion batteries are non-toxic, it’s still important to recycle them appropriately. Recycling centers that accept lithium-ion batteries are common and easy to find in the United States and Canada. Contact your local recycling center for more information.