30 Foot Square Steel Light Pole | 5 Inches Wide | Anchor Base

Product Overview

This 30-foot square steel light pole is built for anchor base installation and ships with a 2 3/8-inch tenon for direct fixture mounting. The pole is constructed from 11-gauge steel with a 5-inch width and weighs 286 pounds.

The finish is hot dip galvanized and powder coated, available in bronze, black, or white. The base plate measures 9.85 inches by 9.85 inches by 0.79 inches thick, with a bolt circle ranging from 8 to 10 inches and bolt projection of 3.375 inches.

Where This Product Fits Best

This pole is sized for parking lots, commercial properties, and outdoor areas where 30 feet of mounting height is required. The anchor base design is standard for concrete foundation installations where the pole bolts directly to embedded anchor bolts.

The 5-inch width and 11-gauge steel construction support moderate wind and fixture loads typical of area lighting applications. EPA ratings provided in the specifications determine the maximum fixture area that can be mounted based on site wind speed requirements.

Performance and Functional Considerations

Wind load capacity is defined by Effective Projected Area ratings at specific wind speeds. This pole supports an EPA of 9.6 square feet at 70 mph, 7.4 square feet at 80 mph, 6.1 square feet at 90 mph, 5.8 square feet at 100 mph, 4.6 square feet at 110 mph, and 3.8 square feet at 120 mph.

The EPA values determine which fixtures and how many can be mounted without exceeding the structural rating. Fixture manufacturers publish EPA values that must be totaled and compared against the pole rating for the applicable wind zone.

The included 2 3/8-inch tenon accepts slip fitter mounts, which is the most common mounting interface for area lights and shoebox fixtures.

Installation and Long-Term Use

Anchor base installation requires a poured concrete foundation with embedded anchor bolts positioned to match the 8 to 10-inch bolt circle. Bolt projection of 3.375 inches must be maintained above the foundation surface to engage the base plate properly.

At 286 pounds, this pole requires mechanical lifting equipment for installation. The hot dip galvanized and powder coated finish provides corrosion resistance for outdoor exposure. The powder coat color is applied over the galvanized layer.

How This Fixture Is Commonly Used

Facilities use this pole for area lighting in parking lots, driveways, loading areas, and perimeter lighting where 30 feet of height provides the coverage angle needed. The tenon allows direct attachment of one or more fixtures using standard slip fitter adapters.

When selecting fixtures, the combined EPA of all mounted equipment must fall within the pole''s rated capacity for the site''s design wind speed. Local building codes or engineering requirements typically dictate which wind speed applies.

Safety, Certifications, and Warranty

This pole carries a 1-year warranty.

The hot dip galvanized and powder coated finish is applied to the full pole assembly. No additional certifications are listed for this product.

Frequently Asked Questions

What tenon size is included?
The pole includes a 2 3/8-inch tenon, which fits standard slip fitter mounts used on most area light fixtures.

What colors are available?
Bronze, black, and white powder coat finishes are available.

What is the bolt circle for the anchor base?
The bolt circle ranges from 8 to 10 inches. Foundation design must accommodate this range with the specified 3.375-inch bolt projection.

How much wind load can this pole handle?
The EPA ratings range from 9.6 square feet at 70 mph down to 3.8 square feet at 120 mph. The applicable rating depends on the design wind speed required for the installation site.

What is the warranty coverage?
This pole is covered by a 1-year warranty.

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.