Mean Well HVG-240-42A Power Supply 240W 42V

Name: Mean Well HVG-240-42A Power Supply 240W 42V - Adjustable 5.7A
Brand: Mean Well
SKU: HVG-240-42A
Price: 88.68 USD
Availability: InStock

Overview

HVG-240-42A is the 42V output model of this series: rated current 5.7A, rated power 239.4W, typical efficiency 93%. Type A: Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer (IP65).

HVG-240 series is a 240W AC/DC LED power supply featuring the dual mode constant voltage and constant current output. HVG-240 operates from 180~528 VAC and offers models with different rated voltage ranging between 24V and 54V. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 93%, 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. HVG-240 is equipped with various function options, such as dimming methodologies, so as to provide the optimal design flexibility for LED lighting system.

Features

Wide input range 180 ~ 528VAC
Constant Voltage + Constant Current mode output
Metal housing with ClassⅠdesign
Built-in active PFC function
IP65 rating for indoor or outdoor installations
Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer
Typical lifetime>50000 hours
5 years warranty

Specifications

HVG-240-42ASpecifications from the official datasheet (2025-10-10 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE: 42V
CONSTANT CURRENT REGION^Note.4: 21 ~ 42V
RATED CURRENT: 5.7A
RATED POWER: 239.4W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)^Note.2: 250mVp-p
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE: Adjustable (via the built-in potentiometer)
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE: 39 ~ 45V
CURRENT ADJ. RANGE: Adjustable (via the built-in potentiometer)
CURRENT ADJ. RANGE: 2.85 ~ 5.7A
VOLTAGE TOLERANCE^Note.3: ±1.0%
LINE REGULATION: ±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION: ±0.5%
SETUP, RISE TIME^Note.6: 500ms, 150ms /230VAC, 347VAC, 480VAC
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.): 12ms/347VAC, 480VAC

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGE^Note.5: 180 ~ 528VAC 254VDC ~ 747VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
FREQUENCY RANGE: 47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.): PF≧0.98/230VAC, PF≧0.97/277VAC, PF≧0.95/347VAC, PF≧0.93/480VAC @full load (Please refer to "POWER FACTOR (PF) CHARACTERISTIC" section)
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION: THD< 20%(@ load≧50%/230VAC, 277VAC, 347VAC, @ load≧60%/480VAC) (Please refer to “TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (THD)” section)
EFFICIENCY (Typ.): 93%
AC CURRENT (Typ.): 0.8A / 347VAC 0.6A / 480VAC
INRUSH CURRENT(Typ.): COLD START 50A(twidth=532μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 480VAC; Per NEMA 410
MAX. NO. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER: 4unit(circuit breaker of type B) / 6units(circuit breaker of type C) at 480VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT: <0.75mA / 480VAC

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: 48 ~ 54V Shut down and latch off o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER TEMPERATURE: Shut down and latch off o/p voltage, re-power on to recover

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 ~ +85℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
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. 250.13-12, EAC TP TC 004, IP65 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 FCC Part 15 Subpart B,EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY: Compliance to EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, EN61547, light industry level (surge immunity Line-Earth 4KV, Line-Line 2KV), EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF: 1704.5K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332(Bellcore) ; 141.9K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION: 254.2*68*38.8mm (L*W*H)
PACKING: 1.31Kg; 12pcs/15.7Kg/0.78CUFT

Certifications & ratings

IP level: IP65 IP67
Type: HL

MODEL ENCODING

A (this model): Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer; IP65
B: 3 in 1 dimming function (0~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP67
AB: Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer & 3 in 1 dimming function (0~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance); IP65
DX: Built-in Smart timer dimming function by user request; IP67
D2: Built-in Smart timer dimming and programmable function; IP67

Test conditions and notes13

1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 347VAC input, rated load 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 power supply 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. This series meets the typical life expectancy of >50,000 hours of operation when Tcase, particularly tc point (or TMP, per DLC), is about 80℃ 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
12. For A/AB type need to consider build in using to comply with Type HL application.
13. This product is intended for North America lighting equipment application. Please contact your MEAN WELL sales if you have other using.

Technical drawings

HVG-240-42A Block Diagram — Block Diagram

HVG-240-42A H V G - 2 4 0 series — H V G - 2 4 0 series

HVG-240-42A OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE(Note.9) — OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE(Note.9)

HVG-240-42A STATIC CHARACTERISTIC — STATIC CHARACTERISTIC

HVG-240-42A TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION — TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION

HVG-240-42A MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ A-Type — MECHANICAL SPECIFICATION ※ A-Type

HVG-240-42A Dimensions (mm) — Dimensions (mm)

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

HVG-240-42A datasheetHVG-240-SPEC.PDF · 2025-10-10 edition PDF Download

Certificates3

Mean Well HVG-240 FCC Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well IDLC Series UL Certificate PDF Download

Mean Well IDLC Series EAC Certificate PDF Download

Test reports1

Mean Well HVG-240-42 Test Report PDF Download

Catalogues1

Mean Well LED Driver Catalog PDF Download

FAQ

Can I use the HVG-240-42A for 42V outdoor LED lighting?

Yes, if the lighting load is designed for 42V constant current operation and stays within 239.4W and 5.7A. The IP65/IP67 rating supports outdoor or damp-area use, subject to the rating of the connected lighting product.

Is this driver suitable for 42V signage or linear lighting products?

It can be used for 42V sign or linear lighting products that operate within the listed 21-42V constant current range. The available output is 239.4W at up to 5.7A, so the total load needs to stay inside those limits.

Can the HVG-240-42A power a 42V LED strip project?

It can support a 42V LED strip or lighting load if that load is compatible with 42V constant current output. For strip-length sizing, divide 239.4W by the strip's rated watts per meter, and check your strip rated power per meter.

Would this fit architectural lighting in hot or cold environments?

The working case temperature (Tcase) range is -40°C to +90°C; at rated current the maximum ambient is about 55°C (230VAC), so check the derating curve for hot locations. The electrical load still needs to match 42V output and remain within 239.4W and 5.7A.

How do I estimate the maximum 42V strip length for this driver?

Use the driver's 239.4W maximum output in the calculation. The formula is maximum length = 239.4W ÷ strip W/m, and you should check your strip rated power per meter and confirm the load is compatible with 42V constant current operation.

How does HVG-240-42A compare with the other HVG-240 models?

The HVG-240 family includes 24V at 240W and 10A, 30V at 240W and 8A, 36V at 241.2W and 6.7A, 42V at 239.4W and 5.7A, 48V at 240W and 5A, and 54V at 243W and 4.5A. This 42A version shares the same 239.4W, 42V, and 5.7A rating as HVG-240-42AB and HVG-240-42B.

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