Motion programmable sensors increase energy efficiency in street lighting

Mouser now stocks the LUMAWISE motion programmable sensor from TE Connectivity. Developed to deliver energy savings and improved security, these motion-programmable sensors adjust the brightness of luminaires by reacting to motion. The sensors maintain safety while lowering power consumption in street lighting, park, recreational, and walkway lighting, cycleway stations, and high bay illumination.

The motion programmable sensor is compatible with the Zhaga-D4i ecosystem, a joint certification from the DALI Alliance and the Zhaga Consortium for smart city lighting. Certified Zhaga-D4i products can carry the dual logos of Zhaga and D4i, which indicate plug-and-play interoperability of sensors, communication nodes and luminaires. The Zhaga-D4i ecosystem of lighting products allows smart, future-proof LED luminaires with IoT connectivity.

The compact sensors can operate as a standalone control device or together with a Zhaga-D4i photocell or communication node for increased control. A rolling calibration sequence filters out reflected light from the luminaire, ensuring lights are only activated when necessary for increased energy efficiency. Also, light output is switched to 50% brightness at temperatures exceeding 32C. The programmable motion sensors allow for self-defined parameters such as brightness levels, on-time, and ambient light on and off levels. The sensors are powered from the DALI bus, facilitating simple installation. The sensors support rectangular and circular detection zones.