SolarPath solar canopy lights mount under steel and concrete canopies at gas stations, parking decks, drive-through lanes, loading docks, and covered walkways. The low-profile fixture design attaches flush to the canopy underside without protruding into vehicle clearance zones. Every canopy light delivers 3,000 to 8,000 lumens with IP65 ingress protection, 60 to 90 degree downward distribution, and selectable CCT.
Canopy applications present a unique challenge for solar lighting: the fixture is shaded from direct sunlight by the canopy itself, so a roof-mounted or remote PV panel is required. SolarPath canopy systems ship with a separate panel mounted on the canopy roof (connected by short cable run) that feeds the lithium iron phosphate (LiFePO4) battery integrated into the fixture housing. This configuration delivers full autonomy without any conduit run to the building.
Gas station canopies, retail parking decks, and commercial drive-through sites benefit from the off-grid design because retrofit installation avoids core-drilling through structural concrete. Browse our catalog, parking lot applications, and state-specific specifications.
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The canopy light fixture mounts flush to the underside of steel or concrete canopies using a surface-mount plate. Fixture depth is under 3 inches, which fits standard canopy clearance zones without protruding into vehicle traffic lanes.
A separate PV panel mounts on the canopy roof and connects to the fixture via a short low-voltage cable. The cable runs along the canopy exterior without penetrating structural concrete. The LiFePO4 battery is integrated into the fixture housing underneath.
Gas station canopies and retail drive-through sites retrofit in under four hours per fixture. No core drilling, no utility coordination, no permit beyond standard electrical work. Installation happens during off-hours without closing the fuel island or drive-through lane.
Parking decks and covered structures benefit from the low-profile design and off-grid operation. Each fixture replaces an aging grid-tied light without running new conduit through the concrete deck. Motion sensor options further extend autonomy on low-traffic parking structures.
3,000 to 8,000 lumens, IP65, 3 to 4 day autonomy, low-profile mount, roof-mount PV panel with short cable, and optional PIR motion sensor.
Specification | Value |
LED Wattage | 30 to 80 W |
Lumen Output | 3,000 to 8,000 lm |
Efficacy | 140 to 170 lm/W |
Battery Type | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO4) |
Battery Capacity | 480 to 1,152 Wh |
Solar Panel | Monocrystalline, 80 to 200 W (roof-mount, separate) |
IP Rating | IP65 |
CCT | 4000K / 5700K selectable |
CRI | 70+ |
Beam Distribution | 60 to 90 degree downward |
Mounting | Flush surface-mount plate (fixture depth under 3 in) |
Cable Length (panel to fixture) | 10 to 25 ft low-voltage DC |
Motion Sensor | Optional PIR, 15 to 30 ft range |
Autonomy | 3 to 4 nights |
Operating Temperature | -30 F to 130 F |
Warranty | 5 years standard |
Certifications | DLC, UL, FCC |
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Fixture depth under 3 inches fits standard canopy clearance without protruding into vehicle traffic lanes.
Separate PV panel on canopy roof connects via short low-voltage cable, no structural penetration or conduit.
Four hours per fixture without core drilling, closing the fuel island, or coordinating with utility service providers.
PIR dimming extends autonomy on low-traffic parking decks and drive-through lanes with intermittent use.
Canopy lighting has unique geometric and installation constraints that general-purpose solar fixtures do not address. SolarPath canopy lights are engineered specifically for under-canopy deployments with the roof-mount panel, low-profile fixture, and surface-mount installation that gas stations, parking decks, and drive-through retailers require. Every fixture ships DLC listed and UL listed for rebate and procurement eligibility.
Browse our catalog and parking lot applications.
A separate PV panel mounts on the canopy roof and connects to the fixture underneath via a short low-voltage DC cable (10 to 25 feet). The cable runs along the canopy exterior without penetrating structural concrete. The LiFePO4 battery is integrated into the fixture housing.
Yes. Retrofit installation takes around four hours per fixture without closing the fuel island or drive-through lane. The surface-mount plate attaches to existing canopy deck, and the roof-mount panel installs with adhesive or surface anchors depending on canopy material.
Under 3 inches for all SolarPath canopy light SKUs. This fits standard gas station canopies (13.5 to 14.5 foot clearance) and retail drive-through canopies without protruding into vehicle traffic lanes.
Gas station fuel islands typically specify 5,000 to 8,000 lumens per fixture at 20 to 30 footcandles average maintained. Retail drive-through lanes use 3,000 to 5,000 lumens. Parking deck retrofits vary from 3,000 to 6,000 lumens depending on ceiling height.
Yes. Optional PIR motion sensors with 15 to 30 foot detection range are available on every canopy light SKU. Two-stage dimming (20 percent ambient, full burst on detection) extends autonomy on low-traffic drive-through and parking deck applications.
10 to 25 feet standard for most canopy configurations. The cable is pre-terminated at both ends and includes weatherproof connectors. Custom lengths up to 50 feet are available on special order.
Standard five-year warranty covering the PV panel, LiFePO4 battery, MPPT controller, LED array, and connecting cable. Extended seven-year warranties are available for commercial fleet retrofit contracts.
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