6063-T6 Aluminum Direct Burial Light Pole
Custom 6063-T6 aluminum direct burial light poles for parks, roadways, residential developments and commercial landscapes. Pole height, burial depth, shaft dimensions, luminaire mounting and finish can be configured for project-specific requirements.
3m — 12m
Project-Specific
Direct Burial
Custom Options
Benefits of Aluminum Direct Burial Light Poles
A direct burial aluminum pole can simplify the foundation arrangement where soil conditions and local requirements permit. Structural performance depends on pole geometry, burial depth, backfill, groundwater, frost depth, wind criteria, luminaire loading and the approved engineering design.
Marine-grade aluminum extrusion delivers superior strength-to-weight ratio with inherent corrosion resistance. No rust, no galvanic decay — even in coastal environments.
Engineered burial sleeve with anti-corrosion wrap eliminates the need for concrete foundations and anchor bolt cages. Faster installation, lower total cost of ownership.
Validated by FEA simulation and physical testing to withstand sustained winds up to 240 km/h (Category 4 hurricane). Tapered design minimizes wind load.
Accelerated weathering tests confirm 25+ years of structural performance without degradation. Powder-coated finish resists UV fading and chalking.
Internal wiring compartment sealed to IP66 standard. Concealed handhole door with tamper-resistant hardware protects electrical connections from moisture and debris.
Compatible with LED, HPS, and metal halide luminaires. Optional brackets for banners, CCTV cameras, solar panels, and decorative finials. Full customization available.
Aluminum Direct Burial Light Pole Specifications
Standard and custom configurations are available for the YLDG-DB series. Final pole height, burial depth, shaft dimensions, wall thickness, luminaire mounting and finish are confirmed against approved project drawings. Explore our complete aluminum light pole range or compare a flange-mounted aluminum single arm light pole.
- Model
- Material
- Height Range
- Top Diameter
- Base Diameter
- Wall Thickness
- Weight (avg)
- Burial Depth
- Wind Load Rating
- Luminaire Arm
- Handhole
- Protection Class
- Surface Treatment
- Color Options
- Operating Temp
- Standards
- Certification
- Service Life
- YLDG-DB
- 6063-T6 Aluminum
- 3m / 4m / 6m / 8m / 10m / 12m
- 60mm — 80mm
- 127mm — 255mm
- 3.0mm — 6.3mm (model dependent)
- 18kg — 85kg
- 10% H + 0.6m
- 160 — 240 km/h
- 60mm spigot / flange mount
- 200x100mm, tamper-resistant
- IP66 (wiring compartment)
- Anodized / Powder Coated
- Any RAL / Custom match
- -40°C to +60°C
- ASCE 48-19, ASTM B449, BS EN 40
- ISO 9001, CE, UL Listed
- 25+ years
Direct Burial Pole Installation and Foundation Design
Direct burial installation may reduce the need for a separate flange base and anchor-bolt cage. Excavation, burial depth, drainage, backfill and compaction must be selected for the soil conditions, frost depth, groundwater and applicable local requirements.
How Direct Burial Installation Works
The pole base or specified burial sleeve extends below grade and is supported by engineered backfill. The installation detail must follow the approved drawing and geotechnical or structural requirements. For other roadway configurations, review our street light pole solutions and aluminum davit light poles.
Dual-Layer Protection System
Purpose-built for demanding outdoor environments where reliability, aOur proprietary two-stage surface treatment combines anodizing and polyester powder coating to deliver unmatched corrosion resistance, color stability, and aesthetic longevity.esthetics, and total cost of ownership matter.
Anodizing Treatment
Electrochemical Oxide Layer
The first stage employs sulfuric acid anodizing (AA15–AA25 class) to grow a dense aluminum oxide (Al₂O₃) layer directly from the substrate. Unlike coatings that sit on the surface, anodizing creates a metallurgically bonded oxide layer that becomes an integral part of the aluminum — it cannot peel, flake, or delaminate.
Sulfuric acid electrolytic oxidation, 18–22°C bath temperature, 1.0–1.5 A/dm² current density
10–25 μm (AA15 to AA25 per ISO 7599), pore-sealed for maximum corrosion resistance
Salt spray test ≥ 500 hours as standalone treatment; acts as superior primer for powder coating
Natural metallic silver finish with subtle luster; preserves the authentic aluminum appearance
300+ HV (Vickers) — significantly harder than the base aluminum substrate
Excellent UV stability, non-conductive surface, maintains metallic thermal conductivity for heat dissipation
Powder Coating
Electrostatic Spray Application
The second stage applies a thermosetting polyester powder coating via electrostatic spray deposition (ESD). Charged powder particles are attracted to the grounded aluminum substrate, ensuring uniform coverage including recessed areas. The coated pole is then cured at 180–200°C for 15–20 minutes, creating a cross-linked polymer film.
Corona charging electrostatic spray, 60–80 kV, followed by thermal curing at 190°C / 15 min
60–80 μm (uniform across all surfaces), compliant with QUALICOAT Class 2
Cross-cut test Grade 0 (ISO 2409) — no detachment at any intersection
50 kg·cm direct impact (ISO 6272), no cracking or adhesion loss
Full RAL palette (200+ colors), custom color matching available with ΔE ≤ 1.0
QUV accelerated test 2000+ hours, gloss retention ≥ 50%, ΔE ≤ 2.0, no chalking
- Deep Design & Engineering Support
- CAD & Technical Drawings
- 3D Renderings & Visualization
- Prototyping & Sampling
- Flexible Manufacturing (OEM & ODM)
- Street Lighting & Roadway Poles
- Commercial & Residential Landscape Lighting
- High Mast Poles for areas, ports, and stadiums
- Decorative & Architectural Poles for urban beautification projects
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