FAQs: Zenith Solar Wall Light
Frequently asked questions
Hi, does this light need direct sunlight to charge? Would like to install this around 300cm under a canopy above a house sign which only gets sunlight late evenings for a few hours, its not completely dark under the canopy during the daylight hours. Thanks
Asked by Paul on 21 Sep 2025
Hi! Great question. Solar lights do perform best with direct sunlight, as it allows the internal battery to fully charge and provide optimal brightness and runtime. That said, this light will still charge in indirect light just at a slower rate and less runtime.
Hi. Is a 2200 mah 3.7v okay as replacement? Thanks
Asked by Fuzz on 29 Aug 2025
Hello, Please see link to the battery: https://www.thesolarcentre.co.uk/products/SolarCentre_18650_2600mAh_LithiumIon_Rechargeable_Battery-857-5.html
Can you control when this illuminates?. For example, I need to light a dark passageway, so | would need this lamp to come on when it gets dark, and go off when it gets light. Many thanks
Asked by Stephen on 27 Feb 2023
Stephen, thank you for your message. Our Zenith light is a dusk till dawn so when it starts to get dark, after the light got a full charge in the sun it will turn on and can last up to 16 hours
Hi, please can you confirm the IP rating of this light? Thanks
Asked by Nish on 31 Dec 2022
Hi Nish, the IP rating for out Zenith is IP56
Please can you confirm how far out from the wall the light fitting protrudes?
Asked by Joanne Westwood on 17 Oct 2021
This would be 8cm.
The battery in this light is 2000 mAh Can you use an higher capacity when replacing?
Asked by Sarah on 7 Oct 2021
The voltage should be the same, the mAh could be higher.
If you don't want the light on when dark can it be switched off please
Asked by James Rainbow on 2 Apr 2021
The on/off button is inside the back of the light, so it would not be immediately accessable.
How long does it take to fully charge this light to get 16 hours from it. Bought 2 of these lights hoping to get a full night but only getting about 8 hours on a day that is really sunny
Asked by Lynn Logan on 29 Mar 2021
We strongly recommend leaving the light switched off for 5 days to allow a good base charge on the batteries. As we are now in autumn/winter we would recommend using the power-saving mode for doubling the run time, so do check the instructions on how to activate this. Please also make sure the light is in the open and there is no heavy shading over the panel.
Can this Zenith solar wall light be inverted and used as an up lighter as opposed to a down light?
Asked by Steven Cooke on 26 Mar 2021
No as the panel is on top.
Hi, How many lumens does this light have? Thanks! Anna
Asked by Anna on 14 Mar 2021
60 lumen
Does it need direct sun light to charge or for example could it be mounted upside to illuminate a sign from underneath and have the solar panel pointing downwards. I.e. 45 degree down to the ground.
Asked by Ian on 13 Mar 2021
I am afraid not. The panel needs to be on top and exposed in direct daylight.
Can the light be turned off at night if not required? Is there a switch?
Asked by Tony on 11 Mar 2021
There is an on/off switch button located at the back of the unit.
Can this light be turned off if we don't want it coming on every evening?
Asked by Glyn Saul on 7 Mar 2021
The on/off button is on the inside of the back of the light, so not easily accessible to turn off.
Can this it work if there is another source of light close to it . ?
Asked by Bahiya on 5 Feb 2021
No, if there is light getting onto the panel it will not work.
Is this waterproof ? What is the IP rating?
Asked by Roger Marsden on 5 Feb 2021
This light is waterproof.
What is the dimension of the light from the wall please?
Asked by Lucy Keeley on 4 Feb 2021
This would be 8cm
How does the light fix to the wall?
Asked by KMH on 30 Jan 2021
It comes with fixings and fixtures and just screws into the wall.
What kelvin is this light?
Asked by Sarah on 26 Jan 2021
This light is warm white.
Hi Is it activated by Photocell or PIR?
Asked by Glenn on 17 Jan 2021
The light is activated by the photocell, it will automatically come on when it turns dusk.
Can anyone tell me the dimensions
Asked by Steve on 29 Dec 2020
21cm wide light,
Does this solar wall light have a motion sensor option please?
Asked by Peter Robinson on 21 Dec 2020
This is automatic dusk light and dos not have a PIR option.
How long will the batteries likely last if we leave the light on continually throughout the year?
Asked by Mark Moreton on 15 Dec 2020
We recommend to change the batteries every 2-3 years
Hi, can this be charged by plugging in if needed and does this automatically go off during the daylight and on and night time? Thanks.
Asked by Greg on 9 Dec 2020
No it cannot be plugged in the light works purely on solar power, yes the lights automaticaly come on when detecting darkness and turn off when daylight is detected.
Are you able to provide additional photos / angles of this Solar Wall Light and measurement please? Thank you
Asked by A Singh on 4 Nov 2020
I have requested this from our team, we do try to provide lengths and all appropriate information.
Does the light have an on/off switch and where is it located?
Asked by Phil on 3 Oct 2020
yes it does , at the back of the light
Can you please let me know measurements of this light and when exactly you are going to have it in stock. Thank you.Ewa
Asked by Ewa Krzowska on 26 Sep 2020
21cm wide light, the light is arriving October.