Street Light Power Taps

Wireless access points can draw power from existing streetlight circuits using pole-mounted power taps. This eliminates the need for separate electrical lines, allowing for quick, cost-effective deployment of outdoor Wi-Fi networks in high-traffic or public spaces.

As part of a larger smart city strategy, powering access points through streetlight taps paves the way for more connected, efficient, and sustainable urban environments.

The TP-Link EAP225 wireless access point can be powered using the FP288A-120-BBN-A streetlight power tap that converts standard NEMA streetlight receptacle power (up to 480 VAC) into a 12V DC output suitable for the EAP225. Designed for outdoor use, the EAP225 typically relies on 802.3af PoE or a 24V passive PoE adapter, but the FP288A-120-BBN-A offers an alternative by tapping into existing streetlight infrastructure, delivering up to 25W of continuous power. The setup involves connecting the power tap between the streetlight’s photocontrol and receptacle, then linking it to the EAP225’s PoE injector via a specified cable, ensuring proper polarity and secure connections. This solution is ideal for deploying wireless networks in areas with limited power options. 

Another example is the case of the Aruba 580 Series outdoor access points powered using an AEL-247L LED streetlight power tap, which converts 100-480 VAC streetlight power into a 48V DC output compatible with the APs’ PoE requirements. Ideal for harsh outdoor environments, the Aruba 580 Series typically uses PoE or direct AC power, but the AEL-247L provides a practical alternative by leveraging existing streetlight infrastructure. Installation involves connecting the power tap to the streetlight’s NEMA receptacle and linking it to the AP’s PoE port with an Ethernet cable, ensuring secure connections.

Similarly, Ruckus Wireless access points in RV parks are powered using PoE derived from streetlights. Ruckus R510 or R610 APs, which support 802.3af/at PoE are connected to a streetlight power tap like the FP288A-120-BBN-A, which converts 100-480 VAC to a 12V or 48V DC output. 

CCTV cameras are crucial for monitoring public spaces. By tapping into street light power, these cameras can remain operational with minimal additional infrastructure, enhancing security and surveillance.

The Pelco Spectra Enhanced IR Look-up 7 Series 2 MP 30x surveillance camera is powered directly from a 240VAC streetlight supply ensuring a faster, cost-effective deployment and continuous operation for robust outdoor surveillance.

The Sentry 6000 Series pole-mounted security camera system is similarly powered using the FP285A streetlight power tap, which converts 100-480 VAC from a streetlight into a 12V DC output.

Streetlights provide power for both traffic and environmental sensors, as well as Roadside Units (RSUs), without requiring additional infrastructure. This includes radar vehicle counters, video detection cameras, ANPR (Automatic Number Plate Recognition) cameras, Bluetooth/Wi-Fi traffic sensors, LiDAR (Light Detection and Ranging) systems, and RSUs, each helping manage congestion, enhance road safety, and support intelligent transportation systems. Meanwhile, air quality and temperature sensors capture vital data for environmental monitoring and broader smart city initiatives, all efficiently powered by streetlight poles.

For outdoor events, festivals, and holiday celebrations, street light power taps offer a seamless, flexible solution to power temporary lighting without relying on separate power sources or generators.

The Dusk-to-Dawn Streetlight Power Tap such as 5730-10-2 enables outdoor decorative lights to operate using existing streetlight infrastructure, featuring a twist-lock connector compatible with ANSI C136.10 or C136.41 standards and supporting 120-277V AC power with a 10A capacity, making it ideal for municipalities, campuses, and property managers seeking a cost-effective, low-maintenance solution for powering event or holiday lights.

Engineered for adaptability, to support a broad spectrum of input voltages, seamlessly integrating with diverse streetlight systems to power your devices efficiently.

Delivering versatile output options, to power both traditional AC devices and modern PoE equipment, making them perfect for a range of smart city and decorative applications.

Offering a variety of output interfaces, these taps provide flexible connectivity options to suit diverse applications, from simple pigtails to advanced PoE standards.

Advanced control passthrough options maintain streetlight functionality while powering auxiliary devices, supporting both continuous and dimming control via ANSI C136.41 standards.