Spec me some security lighting!

Boycey0211 · 24 Oct 2018 at 12:50

As title, I want to replace my ageing security spotlight setup with something a bit newer. I've searched Amazon and the like and can't find anything that ticks all the boxes. Few requirements:

LED, as bright as possible to light up driveway and back garden

Double spots/ lights that can be moved

Waterproof. All the ones I've found so far that I like are Chinese brands from Amazon with low waterproofing ratings. I want something that won't pop when it rains

PIR driven and fairly aesthetically pleasing. I've browsed b and q and Screwfix, and the ones that might work look horrendous.

Cheers in advance!

samcat · 24 Oct 2018 at 14:24

For solar powered I have used with great success MPOW branded lights. Work really well so long as the solar is south(ish) facing and get enough light (not in an alleyway etc).

For mains powered I use a Steinel IS2160 PIR 160 sensor, mounted where I want a sensor, angled for optimal detection (people moving sideways across its vision) wired to 3x 30w led flood lights ( https://www.screwfix.com/p/lap-led-floodlight-30w-black-daylight/665cc ). Smear of grease on cable glands to aid longevity and sealing.. Ours are mounted under a veranda so not really exposed to weather.

Boycey0211 · 24 Oct 2018 at 15:03

Aye I've looked at those but I'd like something that looks a bit more permanent, not a fan of the bracket mounted ones

samcat · 24 Oct 2018 at 15:11

What sort of style you thinking? Plenty of nice bulkhead fittings around.. Or buried SWA and post lights.

Boycey0211 · 24 Oct 2018 at 18:39

It's a twin spotlight with our that I've got now, wanted something more than a dome light as I've got quite a long drive to illuminate

Boycey0211 · 27 Oct 2018 at 20:07

Sorted this now, couldn't find the style I wanted so cleaned up the sensor and fitted 2 new led bulbs, works a dream