Streetlighting for first time

[newbie2014]

Got a job doing streetlighting. Never done it before. Can someone please talk me through the basics? How they are wired. In particular the different photocells used etc. Cheers

 

[Andy-1960]

There are many things to consider here, is the roadway close to public highway, is there residential developments nearby? If so light pollution from the new lighting needs to be considered and probably passed by planning authorities.
Then there is the question of cable sizing and protective devices, as cable lengths tend to be long volt drop in the cable can be huge, and inrush from light fitting itself can be very high, this in turn can lead to large cables being installed for a relatively small load.

 

[MJPD29]

It all depends what lights are being used and how many, we do a lot of them and they are very strict guidelines that need to be followed but you'll need to contact the local body who will be taking control of them once they are finished to see whay is required

 

[Pete999]

First question, looking at your profiles you have asome electrical quals why are you down as a DIYer?

2nd question what's to disagree with leonard?