VETi Day/Night Sensor 10A
SKU: DNS10Product Information
Automate outdoor lighting with this 10A day/night sensor, designed to switch connected lights on at dusk and off at dawn according to the surrounding light level. An adjustable 5 to 50 lux setting allows the switching threshold to be tailored to the installation, while the IP54-rated housing and wall or pole mounting options make it suitable for residential, commercial and light-industrial outdoor lighting control.
Product Features
- Automatically switches connected lighting ON at dusk and OFF at dawn
- 10A rated current
- Adjustable ambient light setting from 5 to 50 lux
- 220 to 240V AC operating voltage
- 50/60Hz operating frequency
- IP54-rated housing for outdoor installation
- Compatible with LED, incandescent, fluorescent, quartz and halogen lighting
- Suitable for wall or pole mounting
- IP68-rated cable gland protects the wiring entry point
- Integrates into new or existing lighting installations
- 5 Year Limited Warranty
Application
- Outdoor and security lighting
- Entrances and gates
- Offices and commercial premises
- Warehouses and light-industrial areas
- Garden, pathway and perimeter lighting
What's in the Box
- 10A Day/Night Sensor
- Mounting Bracket
- Mounting Screws
- Cable Gland
- Instruction Manual
Safety Features
- Installation and electrical connection must be carried out by a qualified electrician with the supply isolated. Install where the sensor can detect natural ambient light and do not submerge the IP54 housing.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How does the day/night sensor work?
It monitors the surrounding light level and automatically switches connected lighting on at dusk and off at dawn. -
Can I adjust when the lights switch on?
Yes. The ambient light threshold is adjustable from 5 to 50 lux. -
Is the sensor suitable for outdoor use?
Yes. The sensor housing is IP54 rated for outdoor installation and the supplied cable gland is IP68 rated. It is not designed for submersion. -
What lighting types are compatible?
Major Tech lists LED, incandescent, fluorescent, quartz and halogen lighting as compatible, provided the connected load remains within the 10A rating. -
Where can the sensor be mounted?
The DNS10 can be mounted on walls or poles and should be positioned where natural ambient light can reach the sensor.
Technical Specifications
| Colour: | White and Black |
| Material: | Plastic |
| Mounting Type: | Wall or Pole Mount |
| Switch Type: | Day/Night Switch |
| Light Intensity: | 5 to 50 Lux (Adjustable) |
| Current: | 10A |
| Voltage: | 220 - 240V AC |
| Frequency: | 50/60Hz |
| Rated Current: | 10A |
| Operating Temperature: | -20°C to 40°C |
| Operating Humidity: | <93% RH |
| Certifications: | IEC 60669-1 / IEC 60669-2-1; AS/NZS 60669.1 / AS/NZS 60669.2.1 |
| IP Rating: | IP54 (dust-protected + splash-resistant) |