Types of Highmast Lights by Xera Tech

Laxman Kesarkar April 21, 2025
LED & Solar Lighting Solutions Types of Highmast Lights by Xera Tech

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Understanding the Different Types of Highmast Lighting Solutions by Xera Tech

Highmast lighting plays a pivotal role in providing illumination across large open spaces, ensuring safety, visibility, and functionality. At Xera Tech, we offer four unique types of highmast lighting systems tailored to meet various requirements: Mini Highmast, Motorised Highmast, Solar Pulley Highmast, and AC/LED Light Highmast. In this guide, we will explore the functionality, structure, benefits, and best use cases for each model.


1. Mini Highmast

Overview: Mini Highmast poles are compact lighting solutions designed for relatively smaller areas. Their modular design makes them highly adaptable and easy to install.

  • Height Range: 6 to 9 meters
  • Lighting: Supports 2 to 4 LED flood lights for focused illumination
  • Power Source: Can be operated using solar or AC power depending on the setup
  • Operation: Operated and maintained manually

Best for: Ideal for housing societies, gardens, schools, small industrial areas, rural roads, and internal lanes

Benefits: Cost-effective, low energy consumption, flexible installation, environment-friendly with solar options


2. Motorised Highmast

Overview: The Motorised Highmast is engineered for vast spaces that require high-intensity lighting. It is equipped with a motorized pulley system allowing the light ring to be lowered to the ground for safe maintenance.

  • Height Range: 12 to 30 meters
  • Lighting: Houses 6 to 12+ high-power LED lights, providing 360-degree coverage
  • Operation: Fully motorized lowering system controlled from ground level
  • Power Source: Operated using AC current

Best for: National highways, large industrial estates, stadiums, airports, shipping yards

Benefits: Reduced maintenance risk, easy operation, high-intensity coverage, long lifespan


3. Solar Pulley Highmast

Overview: A hybrid of eco-friendliness and practicality, the Solar Pulley Highmast integrates solar-powered lighting with a manual pulley-based lowering system. It is a preferred solution in locations with limited grid access and a need for self-sustained lighting systems.

  • Height Range: 9 to 12 meters
  • Lighting: Features 2 to 6 highly efficient solar-powered LED fixtures
  • Power Source: 100% solar-powered with lithium or LiFePO4 batteries
  • Operation: Manual pulley mechanism for raising and lowering the light system

Best for: Smart villages, rural development projects, off-grid areas, remote industrial or tourism locations

Benefits: No electricity cost, minimal environmental impact, easy servicing without heavy equipment, excellent backup in power-deficient regions


4. AC/LED Light Highmast

Overview: This is a robust and cost-efficient lighting system operated on AC supply, embedded with high-efficiency LED lights. It is designed for places requiring consistent lighting and minimal maintenance.

  • Height Range: 6 to 16 meters
  • Lighting: Fixed light design with 2 to 8 LED lights
  • Power Source: AC-powered
  • Operation: Fixed pole; manual intervention needed for maintenance

Best for: Commercial complexes, parking zones, ports, warehouses, railway yards

Benefits: Budget-friendly, consistent light output, easy wiring integration, durable LEDs


Quick Comparison Table

Feature Mini Highmast Motorised Highmast Solar Pulley Highmast AC/LED Light Highmast
Height6–9 meters12–30 meters9–12 meters6–16 meters
Power SourceSolar / ACACSolarAC
MaintenanceManualMotorised from groundManual pulleyManual
No. of Lights2–4 LEDs6–12+ LEDs2–6 LEDs2–8 LEDs
Best ApplicationSmall areasHighways, stadiumsRemote, ruralCommercial spaces
Installation CostLowHighModerateModerate

How to Choose the Right Highmast?

Choosing the right highmast lighting system involves a mix of technical and environmental considerations:

  • Location: Urban vs rural vs off-grid
  • Purpose: Illumination need—decorative, safety, commercial, industrial
  • Power Supply: Availability of grid electricity or need for solar
  • Maintenance Access: Ground-based system like motorised/pulley or fixed pole
  • Budget & ROI: Consider lifetime cost and energy savings

Xera Tech offers customized guidance to help you make an informed and efficient choice.


Conclusion

Highmast lighting is no longer a one-size-fits-all solution. Whether you prioritize budget, coverage, energy independence, or safety—Xera Tech offers well-engineered options for every environment. Our Mini, Motorised, Solar Pulley, and AC-powered highmast systems are built for India's diverse infrastructure needs. Explore the difference, power your space smartly, and invest in reliability and sustainability with Xera Tech.


Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

A motorised highmast uses an electric motor to lower the lighting ring, ideal for large, electrified zones. The solar pulley highmast uses solar power and a manual pulley, perfect for rural, remote areas.

With full solar charging, the system can provide 10–12 hours of continuous lighting depending on the battery capacity and light wattage.

Yes, Mini Highmasts are highly compatible with solar panels, especially in areas with moderate lighting needs.

Routine checks of the motor, pulley, and winch system are needed. Lubrication and tightening of cables should be done every 6–12 months.

Yes, if the area requires wide and strong lighting, AC highmast systems are feasible for larger residential layouts, especially near entrances and community halls.

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