The pole support all component of a solar parking lot light. It’s should be strong and durable enough. There are mainly two materials for light poles: Stainless steel and aluminum. Each of them has its pros and suitable for different areas.
Stainless steel light pole: Stainless steel is a higher-strength material, suitable for high windy areas to withstand large and heavy loads. Seamless stainless steel pole is durable enough for more than 50 years lifespan. So if the solar light is for a parking lot, a roadway, or in any outdoor area that may have heavy wind like a hurricane, it’s better to use stainless steel.
Aluminum light pole: Aluminum easy machining to different shapes, so ideal to make decorative poles. It’s mainly for yard lights. If you need to put solar parking lot light in your yard, if all the device such as light fixture, battery and solar panel is not heavy, then beautiful aluminum pole is your choice.
