LED Roadway Dusk to Dawn Barn Lights

Q1: What is an LED dusk-to-dawn barn light?

Q2: Where are dusk to dawn lights used?

Q3: What color temperatures are available on dusk to dawn lights?

Q4: How do you install dusk to dawn lights?

Q5: How durable is the dusk to dawn light?

Q6: Things to consider before ordering a dusk to dawn light?

Q7: What is the best dusk to dawn light?

Q8: What is the brightest dusk to dawn light?

 

LED dusk-to-dawn barn lights are among the most reliable and versatile outdoor lighting solutions for homes, farms, and commercial properties. Built to use a twist lock photocell, they automatically switch on at sunset and off at sunrise, offering bright illumination without timers or manual control. This series uses high-efficiency LEDs reaching up to 133 lumens per watt, paired with a durable aluminum and metal housing and a shatter-resistant polycarbonate prismatic lens. These features allow the fixture to perform reliably in harsh outdoor environments exposed to vibration, weather, and daily use.

 

These fixtures are commonly installed on residential buildings, barns, garages, pole arms, warehouses, agricultural structures, parking lots, and commercial perimeter walls. With a wide 120-degree beam spread, they provide broad, uniform illumination well suited for walkways, yards, loading areas, driveways, and general-purpose outdoor spaces.

 

Several models in the series offer selectable color temperatures of 3000K, 4000K, and 5000K. Soft 3000K delivers a warmer appearance suitable for residential settings. Cool 4000K provides balanced visibility and is ideal for general-purpose outdoor lighting. Daylight 5000K offers maximum clarity for commercial perimeters, security lighting, and high-activity environments. The internal color-selector switch makes it easy to adjust the fixture after installation. Not all fixtures come with the color selectable feature, so it important to check the specs of the fixture before making your purchase.

 

The barn lights can be mounted directly to a wall or paired with an included extension arm for pole or surface mounting. Arm-mounted installations allow the fixture to project outward, improving area coverage for barns, long building faces, roadways, and open yards. The photocell is a NEMA twist-lock design, which means it can be easily replaced without opening the fixture body. The fixtures are designed with durable internal hardware, so it is normal that the photocell is the first failure point, which makes troubleshooting easy. However, this may not happen for years to come with its 50,000 hour lifespan. These lights come with standard live, neutral and ground wiring, making wiring and mounting a breeze. The light mostly comes with the driver, LED module, and lens preassembled, greatly reducing install time and cost.

 

Durability is a defining feature of this product line. The fixtures are IP65 rated for protection against dust and water spray. The polycarbonate lens is shatter-resistant, vibration-resistant, and impact-resistant, while the aluminum and polyester housing ensures structural strength. They operate reliably between 0°F and 104°F and are built for long-term use in both rural and commercial environments. With a 50,000-hour rated life and a 5-year warranty, these fixtures are engineered for reliable, low-maintenance performance.

 

1. Measure the height and area you want lit

2. Match lumen output to your space size

3. Choose the right color temperature for ambience and visibility

4. Mount the photocell where it can see daylight - avoid shaded nooks

 

Without a doubt, our 80 watt dusk to dawn light has been our #1 fixture for years. Over a decade now, this fixture has maintained its position among our most popular line, and has done so without needing many updates. The current model is a watt and color selectable unit, with a maximum lumen rating of over 11,000. This means it has the power to cover most wide areas and applications. The included arm mount can help extend its reach for easier installation in certain areas, while also lifting the light a bit to gain a wider spread. With shipments of this particular going out nearly every single day, Superior Lighting does its absolutely to make sure that this fixture is always in stock. Be sure to call in to our sales team to look into a bulk quantity discount.

 

One of our latest and brightest dusk to dawn lights is our 150 watt 20,000 lumen fixture. This model is intended for applications that need the absolute highest output for maximum visibility. This fixture comes standard with an arm mount and anchor hardware to help ease installation, whether it be on a pole or wall. With a 5000K daylight color temperature, this fixture produces a bright, crisp white tone, maximizing illumination. A light of this strength is intended to be mounted no less than 16 feet high. It also comes with the same industry standard 50,000 hour lifespan and 5 year limited warranty.