UK LED coop lighting recommendations..?

[devs]

Hi guys I’m looking for any low cost led lighting recommendations for my coop over winter.

Either solar or rechargeable battery’s.

Do they need to be timed or does the solar charge simply fail later in the day?

I’m sure I’ll be out range for an remotes and no power in the coop.

Any help or suggestions welcome.

Thanks

 

[glassdragonfly]

Hi and ! I use solar garden lights inside and outside my coop. I don't use them to increase egg production just so the chickens can see and I can do a head count if it gets dark before I close them up. They are not very bright but I would think you could get ones that are and rig a timer to them.

 

[Pork Pie]

Peeps on this thread may be able to help further -
https://www.backyardchickens.com/threads/uk-member-please-say-hi.655508/

 

[CCUK]

Hi guys I’m looking for any low cost led lighting recommendations for my coop over winter.

Either solar or rechargeable battery’s.

Do they need to be timed or does the solar charge simply fail later in the day?

I’m sure I’ll be out range for an remotes and no power in the coop.

Any help or suggestions welcome.

Thanks

Home bargains have solar powered PIR lights for £15. I'm not sure how good they are. I'm thinking of getting one but they are motion lights not ones that you switch on and off.

 

[devs]

Thanks for the replies guys, appreciated

I’m hoping to use the lights to increase egg production throughout the winter as it will keep this kids interested

 

[aart]

Do they need to be timed or does the solar charge simply fail later in the day?

Yes, they do...consistency of timing and light duration is essential.
@cavemanrich has a run down on solar timing.

 

[cavemanrich]

Read thru this thread, it has much info that will answer many of your questions.
https://www.backyardchickens.com/th...p-to-jump-start-laying-solar-options.1338530/
This article also answers questions about chickens' decreased laying during winter shorter daylight hours. Author is a BYC member also.
https://the-chicken-chick.com/supplemental-light-in-coop-why-how/

WISHING YOU BEST,,,,,,,,,,,,, and

 

[devs]

Very helpful people! Appreciated