Top 10 Best day night sensor in 2026

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• •[Auto Control] Built-in photocell sensor with manual switch, this outdoor outlet timer turns on at dusk and off at dawn or turns on at dusk and shuts off after 2/4/6/8 hours for daily repeat cycles.
• •[2 Grounded Outlets] Controls two grounded outlets simultaneously, rated 125V, 60Hz, 15A; the electric timer outdoor is ideal for Christmas lights, holiday décor, outdoor string lights, and garden decorations.
• •[Weatherproof] Made of waterproof materials to withstand rain and snow; for outdoor use, install vertically at least 2 feet above the ground to prevent water from entering the outlet.
• •[Easy to Use] No programming or tools required—just plug in, turn the dial clockwise or counterclockwise to set the desired timer mode; saves energy, controls outdoor devices, and restores settings after power outages.
• •[ETL Certified] Durable ETL certification with heavy-duty fire-resistant PPE material, 14AWG SJTW wire, and 15A resistive load, effectively reducing fire hazards and ensuring reliable protection.

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• •DUSK TO DAWN PHOTOCELL SENSOR SWITCH -- This photocell sensor switch will automatically turn on lights at dusk and off at dawn. No need for manual operation anymore. The delay feature in the outdoor light sensor prevents the accidental triggering off the light due to the headlights of a passing car or lightning.
• •MULTI VOLTAGE SWIVEL PHOTOSENSOR -- Handles between 120V and 277V and compatible with LED, CFL, fluorescent, incandescent and other types of bulbs, so you can use this photoelectric switch sensor in most various occasions such as outdoor lighting, exterior lighting, street lighting, passage lighting, and doorway lighting.
• •UL LISTED PHOTOCELL LIGHT SENSOR -- Covered with UL certificate, surge protection available, heavy-duty body, P65 Water-resistant, AC 120-277 input voltage, 50/60Hz, threaded diameter 1.06 inch, 5-20Lx on and 20-60Lx off operate level.
• •EASY TO INSTALL -- With a swivel mount, this outdoor light controller can be easily installed it at a precise spot focusing light. Just disconnect power, place screw thread of the SWITCH in the knockout hole and fasten with rubber gasket and zinc alloy lock-nut.
• •RELIABLE QUALITY AND SERVICE -- UL listed, 3 year warranty available. Please feel free to contact us for refund or replacement if you have any questions or quality problem about the outdoor photocell sensor. We will response within 24 working hours

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• •[Light Sensor] Built-in advanced dusk to dawn sensor, automatically turn light on/off from dusk to dawn; turn your standard light fixture into automatic dusk to dawn light, No manual adjustment; NOTE: Please ensure no obstacles block the sensor and light source, and don't use light sensor socket with opaque or forsted-glass light fixtures.
• •[Easy to Install] No wiring and programming needed, simply screw light bulb into dusk to dawn light sockets, attach it to light fixtures; ensure the sensor faces a natural light source indoors and under shelter outdoors
• •[Off-Delay Function] Equipped with delay OFF function, prevent bulbs from repeatedly flickering due to sudden light sources; after 60s or longer light source motion - Auto Turn Bulbs Off
• •[Standarded E26/E27 Base] Compatible with E26/E27 base Incandescent, CFL, LED, and Halogen bulbs; Incandescent ≤ 100W, CFL/LED ≤ 30W, ideal for porch lights, front door lights, garage door lights, etc.; clear light cover recommended
• •[Keep Your Home Safe] Set your lights to auto turn on/off when you're not around, scaring away any potential intruders; back to your home with warm porch lights on, protect your home safety and enjoy the cozy vibes. Energy saving and safe, ETL Listed.

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• •[Dusk to Dawn Light Control]: With the dusk to dawn sensor, the light socket converts the exterior lantern to an automatic night light. It helps turn on the wall light or porch light automatically at dusk, and off at dawn, achieving energy efficiency while providing home safety. No more switching lamps on/off manually
• •[Smart Spring Loaded Contact Design]: Upgraded design of spring-loaded central electrode, the adjustable photocell sensor socket can be 360°rotated, allows you to turn the sensor to face the direction that light comes from. It ensures the photo eye aims outwards while contacting the power source
• •[Work with E26 E27 Base Bulbs]: The automatic light sensor socket works with LED, CFL, incandescent, and halogen E26/E27 base bulbs up to 150W, great for adding a dusk-to-dawn feature on existing outdoor lighting fixtures. UL listed for safe use
• •[Easy Installation & Smaller Size]: No complicated wiring or program is required, simply install it in an existing light socket and then screw the bulb into the fixture. Adding 1.61’’ in height, the small light socket will not affect the appearance of your porch light
• •[Adding Security and Convenience]: The screw-in photocell socket can be widely used in wall lights, post lamps, and garage lights around the house for night convenience. It automatically turns on your light to simulate home occupancy and deter intruders. Tips: Do not use it with an opaque or frosted glass fixture

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• •Auto On/Off: The dusk-to-dawn sensor automatically turns the light on at dusk and off at dawn. Its delay feature ensures accurate detection of natural light, avoiding false triggers from temporary light sources, saving you energy
• •Photocell Specifications: The photocell sensor has an AC 120-277V input, 180° adjustable design, 50/60Hz, heavy-duty build, surge protection, 1.06-inch threaded diameter, and operates at 5-20Lx (on) and 20-60Lx (off)
• •Easy Installation: The outdoor photocell sensor comes with a swivel mount. Just turn off the power, thread the switch into the knockout hole, and secure it with a rubber gasket and zinc alloy lock-nut, saving you valuable time
• •UL Certified: This dusk-to-dawn light sensor is UL-listed, ensuring top quality and safety. With an IP65 waterproof rating, it’s perfect for parking lots, streetlights, indoor lighting, and outdoor residential or commercial fixtures
• •3 Year Service: Our outdoor light sensors come with a 3-year service. If you have any issues or concerns about the photocell, feel free to contact us for a refund or replacement, we will provide you with service within 24 hours

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• •| UL LISTED | Meets standards for use with commercial and residential light fixtures.
• •| NEXT GEN ELECTRONICS | Latest generation electronic trigger circuit offers superior performance and reliability than old photocell with squiggly red wires.
• •| STANDARD FIT | Standard shape and size for use with residential outlet box (0.6-inch opening), post lamp poles or wall packs. Built-in time delay prevents load temporarily switching off due to drive-by vehicle headlights, lightening or light flash.
• •| WEATHERPROOF | This photocell control has an IP65 protection rating for outdoor applications. Water resist body protects the sensor against weather elements such as rain and dust. Optional frosty cap adds aesthetics to the photocell (product unit is IP65 rated without frosty cap).
• •| ELECTRICAL SPECS | 120V-277V 60Hz, 600W Tungsten; incandescent, fluorescent, LED, halogen, mercury vapor, high pressure sodium, and CFL compatible. Ideal for outdoor lamp post light, wall packs, flood lights and wall scones.

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• •Photoelectric design: photo eye light sensor is reliable and quality, weatherproof and anti-rust, stable and safe, you can use with confidence; Built-in external photosensitive switch, also applied as a small and rainproof street light controller photoelectric switch
• •Intelligent detection design: this light sensor photocell turns on your exterior lights at dusk and dawn, automatically control lighting according to ambient lighting levels; The internal design has an automatic ambient light level detection circuit that automatically switches off during the day and on at night
• •Waterproof to withstand bad weather: equipped with a waterproof cap, photo eye sensor for outdoor lights is designed to double protect the sensor lens, assists the conversion to work better in harsh environments, like rainy, windy, snow day and so on
• •Multiple compatibility: light switch daylight sensor's voltage is 120-277VAC, can be compatible with most lamps, such as incandescent, fluorescent and LED; Remember that LEDs operate on DC power, other voltages are not suitable
• •Easy to Install: the photo control can work with most fixtures and bulbs for hardwire outdoor lamp posts, which are required a mounting hole less than 0.6 inches in diameter; Disconnect power, remove junction box cover, place the photocell light switch in knockout hole and fasten with lock nut

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• •Photocell Sensor:Rated voltage value: 120 volts-277 volts, 50/60 Hz. Supports 1800W/1100VA loads, uses 18 AWG wires.Complies with outdoor safety standards, features IP54 waterproof performance and can withstand extreme weather conditions.Installation: Photocells require hardwire installation.
• •120V–277V Wide Voltage:It's designed for complex commercial and industrial applications, capable of controlling a single fixture or multiple fixtures with a maximum load of 1800W (at 277VAC). This light sensor is the perfect upgrade, compatible with both traditional HID and modern LED lighting systems.
• •Dusk to Dawn Sensor:Converts manual lighting to automatic mode without requiring central equipment or an app; Automatically turns on when light intensity reaches 10–20 lumens (dusk) and automatically turns off when light intensity reaches 30–60 lumens (dawn).
• •Built-in delay function:The delay function in sensor light control prevents the light controller from turning off the lights due to the influence of passing vehicle headlights or other stray light.
• •Convenient Rotating Installation: Adjust the sensing angle as needed; hardwired design compatible with standard lighting fixtures (incandescent bulbs, compact fluorescent lamps, halogen lamps, and LED lighting).