PIR Controller for Exterior Lights with Manual Override and IP55 Rating

A PIR (Passive Infrared) sensor is an effective solution for enhancing security, convenience, and energy efficiency in various environments. By detecting motion, it activates lights only when needed, making it ideal for entrances, hallways, and outdoor areas.

Adjustable settings allow users to customise how long lights stay on and how sensitive the sensor is to ambient light, ensuring they meet specific needs without unnecessary power usage. The manual override feature offers flexibility, keeping lights on for extended periods when required. Additionally, the IP55 rating ensures the sensor is robust enough to withstand outdoor elements, offering reliable performance in various weather conditions.

Overview and Key Features
This IP55-rated PIR sensor is crafted from polycarbonate and ABS, ensuring durability in outdoor and indoor environments. Its flexible mounting bracket supports installation on flat walls, as well as internal or external corners, making it ideal for both residential and commercial applications.

Advanced Detection and Range
The sensor has a broad 200° detection angle with a 12-metre range at optimal 2.5-metre mounting height. Users can fine-tune the detection area using the adjustable sensor head, which rotates 90° left or right and tilts 50° downward. Customisable blanking inserts allow selective blocking of detection zones to reduce interference from unwanted heat sources, like public pathways or nearby fixtures.

Control Options
Designed for optimal user control, the sensor offers adjustable time settings (3 seconds to 30 minutes) and lux sensitivity (from 2 lux up to full daylight). These settings ensure lighting responds precisely to ambient light levels and stays active only as long as needed, enhancing energy efficiency. A convenient override mode enables the sensor to stay continuously active when needed, returning automatically to auto mode after 6 hours or by resetting the power.

Power and Compatibility
This sensor supports high loads, handling up to 2000W for incandescent, 1000W for fluorescent, and 225W for LED lighting. The compatibility across different lighting types makes it suitable for a wide range of installations, whether for security, convenience, or energy-saving purposes.