Mean Well HLG-240H-42B Power Supply 240W 42V- Dimmable

Name: Mean Well HLG-240H-42B Power Supply 240W 42V- Dimmable 5.72A
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: HLG-240H-42B
Price: 83.23 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

HLG-240H-42B is the 42V output model of this series: rated current 5.72A, rated power 240.24W, typical efficiency 92.5%. Type B: 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10VDC, 10V PWM signal and resistance) (IP67).

HLG-240H series is a 240W AC/DC LED driver featuring the dual mode constant voltage and constant current output. HLG-240H operates from 90～305VAC and offers models with different rated voltage ranging between 12V and 54V. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 93.5%, 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 IP67 ingress protection level allows this series to fit both indoor and outdoor applications. HLG-240H 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
IP67 rating for indoor or outdoor installations
Function options: 3 in 1 dimming
Typical lifetime > 62000 hours
7 years warranty

Specifications

HLG-240H-42BSpecifications from the official datasheet (2026-02-04 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE: 42V
CONSTANT CURRENT REGION^Note.4: 21 ~ 42V
RATED CURRENT: 5.72A
RATED POWER: 240.24W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)^Note.2: 250mVp-p
VOLTAGE TOLERANCE^Note.3: ±1.0%
LINE REGULATION: ±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION: ±0.5%
SETUP, RISE TIME^Note.6: 1000ms,80ms/115VAC 500ms,80ms/230VAC
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.): 15ms / 115VAC, 230VAC

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE^Note.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 @ 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.): 92.5%
AC CURRENT (Typ.): 4A / 115VAC 2A / 230VAC 1.2A / 277VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.): COLD START 75A(twidth=570μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 230VAC; Per NEMA 410
MAX. No. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER: 2 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 4 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: Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE: 48 ~ 54V
OVER TEMPERATURE: 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 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION: 10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDS: UL1012, CAN/CSA-C22.2 No. 107.1-01, UL8750(type”HL”), CSA C22.2 No. 250.0-08; BS EN/EN/AS/NZS 61347-1, BS EN/EN/AS/NZS 61347-2-13 independent (except for HLG-240H C type); IEC/UL/BS EN/EN 62368-1(except for AB,D type), UL8750;GB/T19510.1,GB/T19510. 213(except for C-type); IP65 or IP67;J61347-1,J61347-2-13 (except for C,D-type) , BIS IS15885( for 48V only), EAC TP TC 004,KC61347-1,KC61347-2-13 (except for AB,C,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,EAC TP TC 020;KC KN15,KN61547(except for AB,C,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;KC KN15,KN61547(except for AB,C,D-type)

OTHERS

MTBF: 2015.1K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 176.4K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: 244.2*68*38.8mm (L*W*H)(HLG-240H-Blank/A/B)
PACKING: 1.3Kg; 12pcs/16.6Kg/0.84CUFT(HLG-240-Blank/A/B) 1.23Kg; 12pcs/15.8Kg/1.16CUFT(HLG-240 C-Type)

MODEL ENCODING

Blank: Io and Vo fixed; IP67
A: Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer; IP65
B (this model): 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10VDC, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP67
AB: Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer & 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP65
C: Terminal block for I/O connection. Output voltage and constant current level can be adjusted through internal potentiometer
D: Timer dimming function, contact MEAN WELL for details(safety pending); IP67

Test conditions and notes13

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. 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.
10. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com.
11. 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).
12. 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. 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

HLG-240H-42B BLOCK DIAGRAM — BLOCK DIAGRAM

HLG-240H-42B DIMMING OPERATION — DIMMING OPERATION

HLG-240H-42B Illustration (page 5) — Illustration (page 5)

HLG-240H-42B STATIC CHARACTERISTICS — STATIC CHARACTERISTICS

HLG-240H-42B TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION — TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

HLG-240H-42B MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※B-Type — MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※B-Type

HLG-240H-42B Dimensions (mm) — Dimensions (mm)

HLG-240H-42B WATERPROOF CONNECTION — WATERPROOF CONNECTION

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

HLG-240H-42B datasheetHLG-240H-SPEC.PDF · 2026-02-04 edition PDF Download

Certificates3

CB Certificate (HLG-100-185H)(EN) PDF Download

TUV Certificate (HLG-240H)(EN) PDF Download

EMC Certificate(HLG-240H)(EN) PDF Download

Catalogues1

Mean Well LED Driver Catalog PDF Download

FAQ

Can I use the HLG-240H-42B for dimmable 42V outdoor LED flood lighting?

Yes. The HLG-240H-42B delivers 240W at 42V with a dimming input for 1-10V or PWM signals. Its IP67 waterproof rating makes it suitable for fully exposed outdoor flood, area, or security lighting where you want brightness control from a central dimming system.

Is the HLG-240H-42B suitable for 42V LED grow lights with automated dimming schedules?

Yes. The B suffix provides a dimming input that accepts 1-10V or PWM control signals, allowing automated light-cycle management from a grow room controller or timer. At 240W and 42V with a CC range of 21-42V, it pairs well with quantum boards and COB LED arrays that use a 42V drive voltage.

Can the HLG-240H-42B power 42V LED strips for an outdoor boardwalk or pier?

Yes. The IP67 waterproof rating and -40°C to +90°C case temperature range make it well suited for fully exposed outdoor locations. The 240W at 42V capacity handles long runs of 42V strip, and the dimming input lets you control brightness for evening ambiance.

How many meters of 42V LED strip can the HLG-240H-42B drive?

Divide 240W by your strip's power draw per meter. For a strip rated at 15W/m, that allows 16 meters (240W / 15W per meter = 16m). For a higher-output strip at 20W/m, you get 12 meters. Always check your strip's rated power per meter and stay within the 240W maximum.

Can the HLG-240H-42B withstand permanent outdoor installation in tropical climates?

Yes. The IP67 waterproof rating seals against dust and temporary submersion, and the unit is rated for a -40°C to +90°C case temperature and 20-95% RH non-condensing humidity. In high ambient heat, output derating per the sheet's load vs temperature curve may apply; the fanless metal housing cools by free air convection.

Does the HLG-240H-42B need additional weatherproofing if mounted on an exterior wall?

No. The IP67 rating means the enclosure is dust-tight and withstands temporary immersion. It is designed for outdoor use without an additional enclosure. However, follow the waterproof installation cautions in MEAN WELL's user manual and avoid pooling water around connectors for long-term reliability.

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