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30 Foot Above Grade Round Tapered Fiberglass Pole | 8.5 Inches Base Diameter | Direct Burial | 5 EPA at 100 MPH
Product Description
Key Features
- Total Height: 35 Feet
- Height Above Grade: 30 Feet
- Buried Depth Below Grade: 5 Feet
- Material: Fiberglass
- Pole Weight: 115 lbs
- Pole Diameter: 8.5 Inch Base | 5.3 Inch Tip
- Pole Finish: Acrylic Enamel
- Pole Color: Bronze | Custom
- Pole Installation: Direct Burial
- Warranty: 15 years
- EPA at 70 mph: 12
- EPA at 80 mph: 8
- EPA at 90 mph: 6
- EPA at 100 mph: 5
Our 30 foot round tapered fiberglass direct burial light poles are 8.5 inches round at the bottom. These poles are perfect for adding area lighting like post top fixtures or shop box fixture. These poles come with a 15 years-year warranty. This pole has a 5 EPA at 100 mph.
Disclaimer: LED Lighting Supply is not responsible for improper loading of light fixtures or other attachments, use, or foundation design of light poles. We are solely a supplier of lighting solutions, metal halide replacement lights and poles for parking lots. Final pole assembly is the responsibility of the purchaser. Dimensions and specifications of a round or square composite light pole are subject to change without notice. See the data sheet for current pole data charts. Custom sizing is only available for large order quantities. Pole caps are used in place of other mounting options when necessary.
Please be advised that our composite poles are covered solely by a 15 years-year workmanship warranty, which ensures that the poles are free from defects from the manufacturing process, such as welds and structural integrity, for a period of one year from the date of purchase. This warranty does not cover damage resulting from external factors, misuse, or normal wear and tear.
Web ID: 2340
Product Overview
This 30-foot above grade round tapered fiberglass pole is built for direct burial installation with a 5-foot embedment depth, bringing total pole length to 35 feet. The pole tapers from an 8.5-inch base diameter to a 5.3-inch tip diameter and weighs 115 pounds.
The fiberglass construction is finished with acrylic enamel and ships in bronze, with custom color available. This pole carries a 5 EPA rating at 100 mph wind speed, which determines the total fixture load capacity under high-wind conditions.
Where This Product Fits Best
This pole is appropriate for area lighting applications where a 30-foot mounting height is needed and direct burial installation is preferred over anchor base methods. The fiberglass material and direct burial design make it suited for locations where corrosion resistance or reduced foundation complexity is a factor.
Typical use includes parking areas, pathways, commercial perimeters, and other outdoor spaces where post top or shoebox-style fixtures will be mounted. The 5 EPA at 100 mph rating determines how much fixture surface area can be safely supported in regions with high wind exposure.
Performance and Functional Considerations
EPA ratings define how much effective projected area from fixtures and attachments the pole can support at a given wind speed. This pole is rated for 5 EPA at 100 mph, 6 EPA at 90 mph, 8 EPA at 80 mph, and 12 EPA at 70 mph. Fixture selection must stay within these limits based on the maximum wind speed expected at the installation site.
The round tapered shape reduces wind resistance compared to square profiles. At 115 pounds, this pole is lighter than comparable steel or aluminum poles of the same height, which can simplify handling and installation logistics on site.
Installation and Long-Term Use
This pole installs by direct burial with a 5-foot embedment depth. Foundation design and soil conditions are outside the scope of this product and are the responsibility of the installer or project engineer. LED Lighting Supply does not specify foundation requirements.
The acrylic enamel finish over fiberglass provides a surface that resists weathering without requiring the repainting cycles associated with steel poles. Pole caps are used in place of other mounting options when necessary for the final configuration.
Final pole assembly and proper loading of fixtures or attachments are the responsibility of the purchaser. Dimensions and specifications are subject to change; refer to the current data sheet for pole data charts.
How This Fixture Is Commonly Used
Once installed, this pole serves as a permanent mounting structure for area lighting fixtures. The 30-foot above grade height is used to achieve coverage across parking areas, driveways, and similar open spaces where light needs to reach outward from the pole location.
Fixture attachment at the 5.3-inch tip diameter accommodates standard post top or tenon-mount fixtures. Facilities staff should verify that combined fixture EPA does not exceed the pole rating for the wind speed zone at the site. Ongoing maintenance is limited to periodic inspection of the fixture connection and finish condition.
Safety, Certifications, and Warranty
This pole is covered by a 15-year workmanship warranty. The warranty ensures the pole is free from manufacturing defects including welds and structural integrity issues for the warranty period from the date of purchase.
The warranty does not cover damage from external factors, misuse, or normal wear and tear. LED Lighting Supply is not responsible for improper loading of fixtures or other attachments, foundation design, or use of the pole.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the total length of this pole?
The total pole length is 35 feet, with 30 feet above grade and 5 feet buried below grade.
What EPA rating does this pole support?
This pole supports 5 EPA at 100 mph, 6 EPA at 90 mph, 8 EPA at 80 mph, and 12 EPA at 70 mph.
What colors are available?
Bronze is the standard finish. Custom colors are available for large order quantities.
What is the warranty coverage?
The pole carries a 15-year workmanship warranty covering manufacturing defects. The warranty does not cover damage from external factors, misuse, or normal wear and tear.
What is the installation method?
This pole is designed for direct burial installation with a 5-foot embedment depth.
Application Questions and Clarification
This product description reflects the provided specifications, ratings, and configuration options. For questions related to site-specific conditions, electrical compatibility, control integration, or application requirements not addressed in the provided data, our team is available to provide clarification.