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Overview
HLG-185H-30AB is the 30V output model of this series: rated current 6.2A, rated power 186W, typical efficiency 93.5%. Type AB: Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer & 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance) (IP65).
HLG-185H series is a 185W AC/DC LED driver featuring the dual mode constant voltage and constant current output. HLG-185H operates from 90~305VAC and offers models with different rated voltage ranging between 12V and 54V. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 94%, with the fanless design, the entire series is able to operate for -40℃ ~ +90℃ case temperature under free air convection. The design of metal housing and IP65 ingress protection level allows this series to fit both indoor and outdoor applications. HLG-185H is equipped with various function options, such as dimming methodologies, so as to provide the optimal design flexibility for LED lighting system.
Features
- Constant Voltage + Constant Current mode output
- Metal housing with class I design
- IP65 rating for indoor or outdoor installations
- Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer; 3 in 1 dimming
- Typical lifetime > 62000 hours
- 7 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- DC VOLTAGE
- 30V
- CONSTANT CURRENT REGIONNote.4
- 15 ~ 30V
- RATED CURRENT
- 6.2A
- RATED POWER
- 186W
- RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
- 200mVp-p
- VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE
- Adjustable for AB-Type only (via built-in potentiometer) 27 ~ 33V
- CURRENT ADJ. RANGE
- Adjustable for AB-Type only (via built-in potentiometer) 3.1 ~ 6.2A
- VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
- ±1.0%
- LINE REGULATION
- ±0.5%
- LOAD REGULATION
- ±0.5%
- SETUP, RISE TIMENote.6
- 1000ms,200ms/115VAC 500ms,200ms/230VAC
- HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
- 16ms / 115VAC, 230VAC
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.5
- 90 ~ 305VAC 127 ~ 431VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
- PF≧0.98/115VAC, PF≧0.95/230VAC, PF≧0.92/277VAC @ full load (Please refer to "POWER FACTOR (PF) CHARACTERISTIC" section)
- TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
- THD< 20% (@ load≧50% / 115VAC,230VAC; @ load≧75% / 277VAC) (Please refer to " TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (THD) " section)
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 93.5%
- AC CURRENT (Typ.) 12V
- 1.8A / 115VAC 0.8A / 230VAC 0.7A / 277VAC
- AC CURRENT (Typ.) 15V ~ 54V
- 2.1A / 115VAC 0.9A / 230VAC 0.8A / 277VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.)
- COLD START 65A(twidth=445μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 230VAC; Per NEMA 410
- MAX. No. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER
- 4 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 7 units (circuit breaker of type C) at 230VAC
- LEAKAGE CURRENT
- <0.75mA / 277VAC
PROTECTION
- OVER CURRENT
- 95 ~ 108% Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 34 ~ 38V Shut down o/p voltage with auto-recovery or re-power on to recovery
- OVER TEMPERATURENote.9
- Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- Tcase= -40 ~ +90℃ (Please refer to "OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE" section)
- MAX. CASE TEMP.
- Tcase= +90℃
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +80℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 60℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- UL8750(type”HL”),CSA C22.2 No. 250.0-08; BS EN/EN 61347-1, BS EN/EN 61347-2-13,AS/NZS 61347-1, AS/NZS 61347-2-13 independent;GB/T19510.1,GB/T19510.213 (except for D-type) ; IP65 or IP67; J61347-1, J61347-2-13(except for D-type) , EAC TP TC 004, KC61347-1,KC61347-2-13 (except for D-type) approved
- WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
- I/P-O/P:3.75KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:1.5KVAC
- ISOLATION RESISTANCE
- I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
- EMC EMISSION
- Compliance to BS EN/EN55015, BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Class B, BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Class C (@ load≧50%) ; BS EN/EN61000-3-3,GB/T 17743 , GB17625.1(except for D-type) ,EAC TP TC 020, KSC 9815(except for D-type)
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN61547, BS EN/EN55024, light industry level (surge immunity Line-Earth 4KV, Line-Line 2KV),EAC TP TC 020, KSC 9547(except for D-type)
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 2184.8K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 197.3K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 228*68*38.8mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 1.15Kg; 12pcs/14.8Kg/0.8CUFT
Certifications & ratings
- Type
- HL
MODEL ENCODING
- Blank
- Io and Vo fixed; IP67
- A
- Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer; IP65
- B
- 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10VDC, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP67
- AB (this model)
- Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer & 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP65
- D
- Timer dimming function, contact MEAN WELL for details(safety pending); IP67
Test conditions and notes15
- 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated current and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
- 2. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf parallel capacitor.
- 3. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
- 4. Please refer to "DRIVING METHODS OF LED MODULE".
- 5. De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to “STATIC CHARACTERISTIC” sections for details.
- 6. Length of set up time is measured at first cold start. Turning ON/OFF the driver may lead to increase of the set up time.
- 7. The driver is considered as a component that will be operated in combination with final equipment. Since EMC performance will be affected by the complete installation, the final equipment manufacturers must re-qualify EMC Directive on the complete installation again. (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf)
- 8. To fulfill requirements of the latest ErP regulation for lighting fixtures, this LED driver can only be used behind a switch without permanently connected to the mains.
- 9. For OTP which triggered at light load/no load condition, proceed AC repower on to recovery.
- 10. This series meets the typical life expectancy of >62,000 hours of operation when Tcase, particularly tc point (or TMP, per DLC), is about 75℃ or less.
- 11. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com.
- 12. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
- 13. For any application note and IP water proof function installation caution, please refer our user manual before using. https://www.meanwell.com/Upload/PDF/LED_EN.pdf
- 14. For A/AB type need to consider build in using to comply with Type HL application.
- 15. Products sourced from the Americas regions may only have the UL, CE and UKCA logos. Please contact your MEAN WELL sales for more information.
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- LED street lighting
- LED high-bay lighting
- Parking space lighting
- LED fishing lamp
- LED greenhouse lighting
- Type “HL” for use in ClassⅠ, Division 2 hazardous (Classified) location.
Downloads
Datasheet1
Certificates5
Catalogues1
FAQ
Can I use the HLG-185H-30AB for dimmable 30V LED lighting in a conference room or event space?
Yes. The HLG-185H-30AB delivers 186W at 30V with both output adjustment and 1-10V/PWM/resistance dimming input. This combination lets you set a base output level via the potentiometer and dynamically control brightness via a dimmer or building management system — ideal for spaces where lighting scenes change frequently.
Is the HLG-185H-30AB suitable for dimmable 30V LED strip in a sheltered outdoor dining area?
Yes. The series' metal housing with IP65/IP67 ingress protection is designed for indoor and outdoor applications, so it suits covered outdoor dining areas, patios, or terraces. The dimming input lets you adjust ambiance via a 1-10V or PWM controller throughout the evening without needing a separate dimmable driver.
Can the HLG-185H-30AB power adjustable 30V LED lighting for photography or video studios?
Yes. With 186W at 30V and both fine-tuning via potentiometer (27-33V, 3.1-6.2A) and external dimming via 1-10V/PWM/resistance, it provides precise brightness control for studio environments. The constant-current region of 15-30V provides stable drive across varying LED forward voltages.
How many meters of 30V LED strip can the HLG-185H-30AB handle?
Divide 186W by your strip's rated power per meter. A 30V strip rated at 12W/m allows about 15.5 meters (186W / 12W per meter = 15.5m). A higher-power 20W/m strip allows about 9.3 meters. Check your strip's rated power per meter and keep total load at or below 186W.
Is the HLG-185H-30AB protected enough for a humid indoor environment like a spa or pool house?
The IP65/IP67-rated metal housing protects against dust and moisture ingress, but working humidity is rated 20-95% RH non-condensing, so avoid locations where condensation forms on the unit. Follow MEAN WELL's IP installation cautions in the user manual.
What makes the HLG-185H-30AB different from the HLG-185H-30B for dimming applications?
Both support external dimming via 1-10V, PWM or resistance input with the same 186W / 30V / 6.2A output. The key difference is that the -30AB also includes built-in potentiometers for output voltage (27-33V) and current (3.1-6.2A) adjustment, while the -30B has no potentiometer adjustment.
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