--- product_id: 66018942 title: "YCA1030 Dusk to Dawn Sensor, Hard-Wired Post Eye Photocell Sensor for Outdoor Lights, Automatic Light Control Switch, UL Listed" brand: "j.lumi" price: "AR$37440" currency: ARS in_stock: true reviews_count: 10 category: "J.Lumi" url: https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/66018942-yca1030-dusk-to-dawn-sensor-hard-wired-post-eye-photocell store_origin: AR region: Argentina --- # Built-in time delay prevents false triggers 120V-277V wide voltage range IP65 weatherproof rating YCA1030 Dusk to Dawn Sensor, Hard-Wired Post Eye Photocell Sensor for Outdoor Lights, Automatic Light Control Switch, UL Listed **Brand:** j.lumi **Price:** AR$37440 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸŒ™ Light up your nights, not your worries! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** YCA1030 Dusk to Dawn Sensor, Hard-Wired Post Eye Photocell Sensor for Outdoor Lights, Automatic Light Control Switch, UL Listed by j.lumi - **How much does it cost?** AR$37440 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.ar](https://www.desertcart.com.ar/products/66018942-yca1030-dusk-to-dawn-sensor-hard-wired-post-eye-photocell) ## Best For - j.lumi enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted j.lumi brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Weatherproof & Durable:** IP65-rated housing shields against rain, dust, and outdoor elements for year-round performance. - β€’ **UL Listed Safety Assurance:** Certified for commercial and residential use, guaranteeing trusted, code-compliant operation. - β€’ **Next-Gen Precision Lighting:** Advanced phototransistor tech ensures ultra-reliable dusk-to-dawn control without sensor drift. - β€’ **Universal Fit & Easy Install:** Standard 0.6-inch mounting fits most residential outlet boxes, lamp posts, and wall packs seamlessly. - β€’ **Smart False-Trigger Prevention:** Built-in delay stops lights from flickering due to passing headlights or lightning flashes. ## Overview The J.LUMI YCA1030 is a UL-listed, hard-wired dusk-to-dawn photocell sensor designed for outdoor lighting control. Featuring advanced phototransistor technology, it offers superior reliability over traditional CdS sensors, with a built-in time delay to prevent false triggers from transient light sources. Its IP65 weatherproof rating and standard mounting size make it ideal for residential and commercial post lamps, wall packs, and floodlights, supporting a wide voltage range (120V-277V) and multiple bulb types for versatile, hassle-free installation. ## Description J.LUMI YCA1030 Through-hole mount dusk-to-dawn photo control ideal for residential outside post light control and able to be mounted into standard outlet box, post lamp pole and wall pack fixtures. Thermal sensor eliminates the load temporarily switching off due to car headlights, lightning or another temporary light source. Locking nut and washer gasket help keep moisture from penetrating photo control device. Requires a minimum 5/8 In. through-hole for proper mounting and wires should mount down when properly installed. Review: Works properly; excellent value for money - Ease of installation depends upon if one is simply replacing a sensor that is essentially identical or installing the sensor in an enclosure that was not originally a photo sensor controlled fixture. The sensor eye is a threaded 5/8" plastic extension from the sensor body; this exceeds the 1/2" usually contained in most drill sets. Therefore, one must drill a 1/2" hole in the fixture and either enlarge it with a circular file or buy either a 5/8" drill or a step drill. In addition, the location of the sensor is important. If it is located where it is exposed to the fixture's light itself, it will cycle on and off every few seconds after dusk; this is normal function of the sensor. The solution is to mask the sensor from the fixture's bulbs leaving enough exposure of the sensor to an area where daylight would turn off the sensor. This can be done by constructions a small metal enclosure from thin sheet metal or by some other means. For those who have not faced this problem, a short note in the package would prevent one from concluding that the product was defective if it cycled on & off after dusk Review: Non-CdS based photocell that is reliable - Most photocells, desertcart, retail, and otherwise, use Cadmium-Sulfide based LDRs (light dependent resistor) which have been around for decades. These are easily identifiable by the brown/red squiggly object inside the lens. Unfortunately over time these are prone to drift, meaning their light sensitivity weakens to the point where the light stays on longer than it should and eventually fails altogether. I specifically purchased these because they use phototransistor/photodiode technology which is not only more precise, but is not subject to the drifting issues like CdS sensors. Internally these use modern electronics and relays which are more reliable to control the load as opposed to a thermal bimetal switch which is the older way of switching loads on and off. This was installed in the pole light in my front yard. The old one was a CdS and bimetal switch variant which came on way too early, so it was due for replacement. This was identical physically and wiring wise. Upon first power up, there is about a 10-11s delay with the light switched on. After this, the sensor has about a 3s delay after β€œdark” to turn on, and about a 5-6s delay after β€œlight” to turn off. Long enough to prevent false triggering, and short enough to not be waiting forever. It is also UL listed so this is safe to use. Not all off brand products carry this, so I was happy to see it. ## Features - | 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. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07CWPZVJF | | Best Sellers Rank | #23,903 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #5 in Outdoor Post Light Accessories | | Brand Name | J.LUMI | | Brightness | 1800 lumen | | Bulb Base | E26 | | Color | Black | | Connectivity Protocol | Hard-Wired | | Control Method | App | | Controller Type | Push Button | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,361) | | Efficiency | Moderately Efficient | | Finish Types | Matte | | Fixture Type | Non Removable | | Included Components | optional frosty cap | | Indoor Outdoor Usage | Outdoor | | Installation Type | Wall Mount | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 1.2"L x 1"W x 2"H | | Item Weight | 1.58 Ounces | | Light Color | White | | Light Fixture Form | Wall | | Light Source | LED | | Lighting Method | Downlight | | Manufacturer | J.LUMI | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | 1 year seller warranty. | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | YCA1030 | | Model Number | YCA1030 | | Mounting Type | Wall Mount | | Number of Items | 1 | | Number of Light Sources | 1 | | Other Special Features of the Product | Waterproof | | Power Source | Corded Electric | | Required Assembly | Yes | | Room Type | Outdoor | | Shade Color | Black | | Shade Material | Plastic | | Shape | Miniature | | Specific Uses For Product | Outdoor, Porch, Patio, Yard, Garden, Deck, Pathway | | Specification Met | UL | | Style Name | Modern | | Switch Type | Hard-Wired | | Theme | Modern | | UPC | 712396766063 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 120 Volts | | Warranty Type | 1 year seller warranty | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | | Wattage | 1800 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** J.LUMI - **Color:** Black - **Light fixture form:** Wall - **Material:** Plastic - **Style:** Modern ## Images ![YCA1030 Dusk to Dawn Sensor, Hard-Wired Post Eye Photocell Sensor for Outdoor Lights, Automatic Light Control Switch, UL Listed - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51t0yGcaBRL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: Previous photocells have "flickered" on/off, seem to kill bulbs. Does this have a delay or on/off bias to prevent that?** A: strobbing is usually because the photo cell sees the light source that it is controlling. try building a tape mask with black electrical tape as a test. If that works then find a permanent solution to the light being controlled not shining into photocell. Other light sources can cause this too. I once found that there was a snow mobile trail behind the building. the headlights from the snow mobiles would cause the store lights to go out. **Q: My sesnor always keep my light on even into the daylight. I need sesnors allows allot of light in so it turns off in low lit areas will this work?** A: Either the sensor is unable to get enough light to shut off (by shading, dirt or other block) or the sensor is defective. **Q: how many lights this unit can control? I have 7 posts but only one turns on from dusk to down since I replaced the sensor with the same specifications** A: I will control all lights in the circuit that are. connected to the switched lead of the sensor up to 1800 watts. From the description of your problem I suspect that you connect the all the lights across the red and white leads and the supply between the black and white. **Q: Will this work for solar lights?** A: To be truthful ... most solar lights are automatically turned on when it gets dark, and off when it gets light. Some solar lights have a separate on-off switch, but when you turn it off it will neither charge the internal battery or will it light up at all. Can't imagine how a solar light could even function with a separate on-off control: if the separate photocell could turn off the light, it would also turn off the charging system, thus NO POWER SOURCE and NO LIGHT. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works properly; excellent value for money *by G***W on February 22, 2020* Ease of installation depends upon if one is simply replacing a sensor that is essentially identical or installing the sensor in an enclosure that was not originally a photo sensor controlled fixture. The sensor eye is a threaded 5/8" plastic extension from the sensor body; this exceeds the 1/2" usually contained in most drill sets. Therefore, one must drill a 1/2" hole in the fixture and either enlarge it with a circular file or buy either a 5/8" drill or a step drill. In addition, the location of the sensor is important. If it is located where it is exposed to the fixture's light itself, it will cycle on and off every few seconds after dusk; this is normal function of the sensor. The solution is to mask the sensor from the fixture's bulbs leaving enough exposure of the sensor to an area where daylight would turn off the sensor. This can be done by constructions a small metal enclosure from thin sheet metal or by some other means. For those who have not faced this problem, a short note in the package would prevent one from concluding that the product was defective if it cycled on & off after dusk ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Non-CdS based photocell that is reliable *by C***P on December 23, 2024* Most photocells, Amazon, retail, and otherwise, use Cadmium-Sulfide based LDRs (light dependent resistor) which have been around for decades. These are easily identifiable by the brown/red squiggly object inside the lens. Unfortunately over time these are prone to drift, meaning their light sensitivity weakens to the point where the light stays on longer than it should and eventually fails altogether. I specifically purchased these because they use phototransistor/photodiode technology which is not only more precise, but is not subject to the drifting issues like CdS sensors. Internally these use modern electronics and relays which are more reliable to control the load as opposed to a thermal bimetal switch which is the older way of switching loads on and off. This was installed in the pole light in my front yard. The old one was a CdS and bimetal switch variant which came on way too early, so it was due for replacement. This was identical physically and wiring wise. Upon first power up, there is about a 10-11s delay with the light switched on. After this, the sensor has about a 3s delay after β€œdark” to turn on, and about a 5-6s delay after β€œlight” to turn off. Long enough to prevent false triggering, and short enough to not be waiting forever. It is also UL listed so this is safe to use. Not all off brand products carry this, so I was happy to see it. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works Great! *by S***P on October 23, 2025* Replaced our old broken photocell with this one for $9.99! Easy install and it works great. 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