Solar Street Light Buyer’s Guide (Tender-Ready Hub)
Welcome to the Inlux Solar project hub for solar street lighting. Use this page to choose the right system for your scenario, request verifiable evidence from suppliers, and move from planning → tender → installation → acceptance with fewer risks.
Project Input Sheet (Copy & Paste)
Send us the inputs below for sizing + IES/DIALux layout. Missing fields = slower validation.
| Project location | City, country, GPS (optional) |
|---|---|
| Road type | Highway / Main road / Urban street / Park / Pathway |
| Road width | ___ m |
| Pole height | ___ m |
| Pole spacing (if fixed) | ___ m (or “flexible”) |
| Pole arrangement | Single-side / Double-side / Median |
| Mounting arm | Length ___ m, tilt ___° (if any) |
| Target illuminance | Average lux ___ ; Uniformity target ___ (if specified) |
| Optics preference | Type II / Type III / Type IV / Not sure |
| CCT / CRI | CCT ___K ; CRI ___ |
| Night runtime | ___ hours/night |
| Dimming profile | Time dimming / PIR dimming / Smart control / None |
| Worst-month PSH | ___ h (or share location and we estimate) |
| Autonomy / backup nights | ___ nights |
| Environment | Coastal / Desert / Humid / Cold / Normal |
| Ingress & impact | IP__ ; IK__ (if required) |
| Surge / lightning | Local spec or “unknown” |
| Quantity + delivery | Qty ___ ; Incoterms ___ ; Deadline ___ |
Send Inputs & Request a Layout Proposal →
Prefer templates first? Start with RFQ & BOQ Kit.
Download the Project Input Sheet (PDF & DOCX)
Use the tender-ready template to send inputs and request a layout proposal.
Download: Tender Pack (ZIP)
Fastest way to start a tender-ready path with standardized inputs.
Start Here (30-Second Selector)
Choose your scenario:
A) Highways / Main Roads (Strict Road Lighting)
You likely need: scalable PV + battery sizing, roadway optics, and IES/DIALux validation.
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B) Urban Streets / Parks (Fast Deployment)
You likely need: quick deployment, clear dimming profile, and tender comparability.
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C) Harsh Climate (Coastal / Desert / Monsoon)
You likely need: sealing evidence, corrosion strategy, and conservative sizing.
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The Procurement Path (Evidence First, Price Second)
Use this workflow to prevent undersizing, unverifiable spacing claims, and warranty disputes.
1) Define scenario: road type + environment + autonomy nights
2) Standardize terms: use the Spec Definitions Hub
3) Require evidence: use the Quality & Testing Evidence Hub
4) Roadway projects: validate optics/spacing via IES files + DIALux inputs
5) Compare bids: apply pass/fail first, then scoring rubric (RFQ/BOQ Kit)
6) Acceptance: require commissioning records + serial traceability
7) Operations: maintenance plan + spare parts policy
Starter Bundles (Click-and-Execute)
Bundle 1 — Highway / Main Road (Strict Road Lighting)
Goal: verify roadway optics + spacing with IES/DIALux before comparing price.
- IES & DIALux Center (inputs + deliverables + RFQ clauses)
- Pole Height & Spacing Guide
- Optics Guide (CCT/CRI/Beam Angle)
- RFQ & BOQ Kit (rubric + pass/fail)
- Quality & Testing Evidence (evidence pack)
Shortlist system types: Split Type · All-in-Two · All-in-One
Request IES/LDT + Layout Proposal →
Bundle 2 — Urban Streets / Parks (Fast Deployment)
Goal: fast installation with clear dimming profile and tender comparability.
- Autonomy Days Calculation
- PIR vs Time Dimming
- RFQ & BOQ Kit
- Installation & Commissioning Checklist
- Maintenance Plan
Shortlist system types: All-in-One · All-in-Two · Decorative
Bundle 3 — Coastal / Humid (Corrosion & Reliability)
Goal: evidence gates first (sealing, corrosion, surge, QC), then quote comparison.
- Quality & Testing Evidence
- IP/IK Ratings Selection
- Rainy Season Sizing (Worst-Month)
- RFQ & BOQ Kit
- Warranty Terms
Shortlist system types: Split Type · All-in-Two · All-in-One
Bundle 4 — Desert / Dust (Ingress + Soiling Control)
Goal: prevent IP failures and PV soiling losses with maintenance-ready planning.
- Quality & Testing Evidence
- IP Ratings + Sealing Evidence Checklist
- Maintenance Plan (Cleaning Schedule)
- RFQ & BOQ Kit
Shortlist system types: Split Type · All-in-Two · Specific (Hybrid)
Request Dust/Ingress Evidence →
Bundle 5 — Procurement & Tender (Make Quotes Comparable)
Goal: lock normalization rules + pass/fail gates + scoring rubric.
- Spec Definitions Hub
- RFQ & BOQ Kit
- Quality & Testing Evidence
- Apples-to-Apples Quote Comparison
- Manufacturer Audit Checklist
Shortlist system types: All-in-One · All-in-Two · Split Type
Bundle 6 — Installation & Operations (Handover-Ready)
Goal: commissioning records + serial traceability + O&M workflow.
Shortlist system types: Solar Pole Lights · Decorative · All-in-One
Request Handover Checklist Pack →
Guides Library (20 Articles)
Browse by scenario. Each group links to a ready-to-run bundle and the most relevant guides.Highway / Main Road (Strict Road Lighting)
- Highway Solar Street Lights: All-in-One vs Split Type [Selection]
- Pole Height & Spacing for Solar Street Lights [Photometrics]
- CCT, CRI & Beam Angle (Optics) Spec Guide [Optics]
Urban Streets / Parks (Fast Deployment)
- Autonomy Days Calculation (Backup Nights / Wh) [Sizing]
- PIR vs Time Dimming: Which Wins? [Controls]
- Smart Solar Street Lights (LoRa, NB-IoT): Buyer Guide [Smart]
- Anti-Theft Options: Hardware & RFQ Clauses [Security]
Coastal / Humid (Corrosion & Reliability)
- Rainy Season Sizing: Worst-Month Method [Sizing]
- MPPT vs PWM Controller: Buyer Guide [Core]
- LiFePO4 Battery Lifespan: Buyer Guide [Battery]
Desert / Dust (Ingress + Heat + Soiling)
- IP & IK Ratings Selection Guide [Durability]
- Thermal Management & Lumen Depreciation [Thermal]
- Maintenance Plan: Inspection & Schedule [O&M]
- Mono vs Poly Solar Panels [PV]
Procurement & Tender (Make Quotes Comparable)
- RFQ / BOQ Must-Haves (Tender Checklist) [Tender]
- Apples-to-Apples Quote Comparison Guide [Tender]
- Factory Audit Checklist (Tender-Ready) [QC]
- Warranty Terms: Scope, SLA & Evidence [Warranty]
Installation & Operations (Handover-Ready)
- Installation & Commissioning Checklist [Acceptance]
- Failure Modes: Diagnosis & Prevention Guide [Reliability]
Prefer browsing everything? Open the full Guides Hub →
Resource Centers (Engineering Hubs)
Use these hubs as your tender “source of truth”:
- Spec Definitions Hub (terms + clause library)
- Quality & Testing Evidence (QC workflow + evidence matrix)
- RFQ & BOQ Kit (templates + pass/fail + scoring)
- IES & DIALux Resource Center (inputs + deliverables + RFQ clauses)
Product Shortlist (System Types)
Start shortlisting here (selection pages):
- All-in-One Solar Street Lights — fast deployment.
- All-in-Two Solar Street Lights — serviceable, flexible PV placement.
- Split Type Solar Street Lights — highest capacity, best for worst-month constraints.
- Solar Pole Lights — vertical PV options.
- Decorative Solar Street Lights — parks & boulevards.
- Specific Solar Street Lights — explosion-proof and hybrid solutions.
Request a Project Starter Pack
Get a tender-ready starter pack:
- DIALux intake form (fillable)
- Evidence request checklist (by environment)
- RFQ clauses + BOQ line items
- Bid evaluation rubric (compliance first)
Send it to me:
- Work email
- Country/city
- Road type and environment
- Estimated quantity and timeline
Request a Project Starter Pack
Get a tender-ready starter pack:
- DIALux intake form (fillable)
- Evidence request checklist (by environment)
- RFQ clauses + BOQ line items
- Bid evaluation rubric (compliance first)
How to request: Go to our contact page and mention “Project Starter Pack”. Include your road type, pole height, target lux/uniformity, worst-month PSH, quantity, and timeline.
Request the Project Starter Pack →
Prefer templates first? Start here: RFQ & BOQ Kit.
Download: Project Input Sheet (Tender-Ready)
Use this template to send sizing inputs and request IES/LDT + layout validation.
FAQ
Where should I start if I’m planning a highway project?
Start with the IES & DIALux Resource Center, then validate pole spacing and optics using model-specific IES files.
How do I prevent “cheap quotes” that hide risk?
Use pass/fail evidence rules first (energy budget, IES for roadway, sealing/corrosion strategy, warranty workflow), then apply the scoring rubric.
Which pages should be included in every tender package?
Spec Definitions, Quality & Testing Evidence, RFQ & BOQ Kit, and IES & DIALux (for roadway projects).
What documents should I request before paying a deposit?
A complete evidence submission package and a warranty workflow that defines response time, replacement method, and claim evidence requirements.
