Daylight Sensors

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Written by Akshay Padwal
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A daylight sensor is a photo-cell detecting device that reads available light in a space and sends a signal to the control system. In a process known as Daylight Harvesting, these sensors take advantage of naturally available light and dim or completely switch off the electric lights in a well day-lit space. Daylight sensors are typically used to save energy, provide automatic control, and comply with building codes. Daylight sensors have also been shown to provide between 20% to 60% in lighting energy savings.

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  • No Sensors: 0%, No spaces are equipped to dim/turn off the lights when there is
    sufficient daylight.

  • Partial Sensors: 50%, Around half the building area is equipped with sensors to turn off the lights when there is sufficient daylight.

  • Sensors: 100%, Whole building area is equipped with daylight sensors to turn off the lights when there is sufficient daylight.

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