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Overview
HLG-185H-C700A is the model of this series: rated current 700mA, rated power 200.2W, typical efficiency 94%. Type A: Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer (IP65).
HLG-185H-C series is a 200W AC/DC LED power supply featuring the constant current mode and high voltage output. HLG-185H-C operates from 90~305VAC and offers models with different rated current ranging between 500mA and 1400mA. 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-C is equipped with various function options, such as dimming methodologies, so as to provide the optimal design flexibility for LED lighting system.
Features
- Constant current mode output
- Metal housing with ClassⅠdesign
- Built-in active PFC function
- IP65 design for indoor or outdoor installations
- Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer
- Typical lifetime>62000 hours
- 7 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- RATED CURRENT
- 700mA
- RATED POWER
- 200.2W
- CONSTANT CURRENT REGIONNote.2
- 143V ~ 286V
- CURRENT ADJ. RANGE
- Can be adjusted by internal potentiometer 350 ~ 700mA
- CURRENT RIPPLE
- 5.0% max. @rated current
- CURRENT TOLERANCE
- ±5%
- SET UP TIMENote.4
- 1000ms/115VAC 500ms/230VAC
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.3
- 90 ~ 305VAC 127 ~ 431VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
- PF≧0.98/115VAC or PF≧0.96/230VAC or PF≧0.93/277VAC @full load (Please refer to "POWER FACTOR (PF) CHARACTERISTIC" section)
- TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
- THD< 20%@≧50% load/115VAC, or 230VAC, or @≧75% load/277VAC (Please refer to “TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION” section)
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 94%
- AC CURRENT (Typ.)
- 2A / 115VAC 1A / 230VAC 0.85A / 277VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT(Typ.)
- COLD START 55A(twidth=900μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 230VAC; Per NEMA 410
- MAX. No. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER
- 2 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 3 units (circuit breaker of type C) at 230VAC
- LEAKAGE CURRENT
- <0.75mA / 277VAC
PROTECTION
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 320 ~ 340V Shut down o/p voltage with auto-recovery or re-power on to recovery
- OVER TEMPERATURENote.7
- Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down
ENVIRONMENT
- WORKING TEMP.
- Tcase=-40 ~ +90℃(Refer to "Derating Curve")
- MAX. CASE TEMP.
- Tcase=+90℃
- WORKING HUMIDITY
- 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
- STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
- -40 ~ +80℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
- TEMP. COEFFICIENT
- ±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
- VIBRATION
- 10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes;
SAFETY & EMC
- SAFETY STANDARDS
- UL8750, CSA C22.2 No. 250.13-12, BS EN/EN/AS/NZS 61347-1, BS EN/EN/AS/NZS 61347-2-13, BS EN/EN62384 independent, GB/T19510.1,GB/T19510.213;IP65, J61347-1, J61347-2-13, EAC TP TC 004 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/EN61000-3-2 Class C (≧50% load) ; BS EN/EN61000-3-3,GB/T 17743 , GB17625.1, EAC TP TC 020
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN61547, heavy industry level (surge immunity Line-Earth 4KV, Line-Line 2KV), EAC TP TC 020
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 2458.6K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 191.9K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 228*68*38.8mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 1.15Kg; 12pcs/14.8Kg/0.8CUFT
MODEL ENCODING
- A (this model)
- Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer; IP65
- B
- 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP67
- AB
- Io 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 notes11
- 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated current and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
- 2. Please refer to "DRIVING METHODS OF LED MODULE".
- 3. De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to “STATIC CHARACTERISTIC” sections for details.
- 4. 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.
- 5. 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)
- 6. 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.
- 7. For OTP which triggered at light load/no load condition, proceed AC repower on to recovery.
- 8. 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.
- 9. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com.
- 10. 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).
- 11. 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
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- LED street lighting
- LED fishing lamp
- LED harbor lighting
- LED building architectural lighting
- LED bay lighting
Downloads
Datasheet1
Certificates5
Test reports1
Catalogues1
FAQ
Can I use the HLG-185H-C700A to drive high-voltage LED string arrays for commercial signage?
Yes. The HLG-185H-C700A delivers a constant 700mA across a CC voltage range of 143-286V, making it well suited for long series strings of LEDs used in channel letters and large signage modules. The number of LEDs you can drive depends on each LED's forward voltage; the total forward voltage of the string must fall within the 143-286V range.
Is the HLG-185H-C700A suitable for powering high-bay LED downlights in a warehouse?
Yes. At 200.2W and 700mA constant current, this driver can power high-output LED downlight or high-bay fixtures whose combined forward voltage falls within 143-286V. The adjustable output lets you fine-tune the current to match your fixture's optimal operating point.
Can the HLG-185H-C700A power LED modules in an outdoor illuminated sign?
Yes. The series is rated IP65 or IP67, protecting against dust and water jets, making it suitable for covered or semi-exposed outdoor sign installations. The 200.2W output at 700mA handles medium-to-large LED sign arrays whose series string voltage falls within 143-286V.
How many LEDs can I run in series with the HLG-185H-C700A?
The exact number depends on each LED's forward voltage. The driver operates in constant current mode at 700mA with a CC voltage range of 143-286V, so you need to sum the forward voltages of your LEDs and confirm the total falls within that range. The adjustable output allows you to trim the operating point for your specific LED string.
Can the HLG-185H-C700A be mounted in an outdoor enclosure exposed to rain?
The HLG-185H-C series is rated IP65 or IP67, which protects against dust ingress and water jets. It is appropriate for outdoor locations such as soffits, ventilated enclosures, or covered canopies. For installation cautions on waterproofing, refer to MEAN WELL's user manual, and use waterproof connectors on the cables.
What does the 'A' suffix mean on the HLG-185H-C700A compared to the AB and B versions?
The HLG-185H-C700A includes a built-in potentiometer for output current adjustment but has no dimming signal input. The -C700AB adds both adjustment and a 1-10V/PWM dimming input. The -C700B provides a dimming input only, without the adjustment potentiometer. All three share the same 200.2W, 700mA, 143-286V core specs.
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