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Overview
HVGC-480-L-AB is the model of this series: rated current 1400mA, rated power 480W, typical efficiency 94.5%.
HVGC-480 series is a 480W LED AC/DC driver featuring the constant power mode and high voltage output. HVGC-480 operates from 180~528VAC and offers models with different rated current ranging between 1400mA and 3500mA. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 94.5%, 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. HVGC-480 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 Power mode output
- Metal housing with ClassⅠdesign
- Built-in active PFC function
- Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer; 3 in 1 dimming (dim-to-off) ; Smart timer dimming
- Typical lifet ime>50000 hours
- 5 years warranty
Specifications
OUTPUT
- RATED CURRENT
- 1400mA
- RATED POWER
- 480W
- CONSTANT CURRENT REGIONNote.2
- 137 ~ 343V
- FULL POWER CURRENT RANGE
- 1400~1750mA
- OPEN CIRCUIT VOLTAGE (max.)
- 350V
- CURRENT ADJ. RANGE(Typ.)
- 700~1750mA
- CURRENT RIPPLE
- 5.0% max. @rated current
- CURRENT TOLERANCE
- ±5%
- SET UP TIMENote.4
- 500ms/230VAC, 347VAC, 480VAC
INPUT
- VOLTAGE RANGENote.3
- 180 ~ 528VAC 254VDC ~ 747VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
- FREQUENCY RANGE
- 47 ~ 63Hz
- POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
- PF≧0.98 / 230VAC, PF≧0.98 / 277VAC, PF≧0.97 / 347VAC, PF≧0.96 / 400VAC, PF≧0.95 / 480VAC at full load (Please refer to "Power Factor Characteristic" section)
- TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
- THD< 20% (@ load≧50% at 230VAC/277VAC/347VAC/400VAC/480VAC input (Please refer to “TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (THD)” section)
- EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
- 94.5%
- AC CURRENT (Typ.)
- 1.52A / 347VAC 1.11A / 480VAC
- INRUSH CURRENT(Typ.)
- COLD START 40A(twidth=1100μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 480VAC; Per NEMA 410
- MAX. NO. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER
- 2 unit(circuit breaker of type B) / 4 units(circuit breaker of type C) at 480VAC
- LEAKAGE CURRENT
- <0.75mA / 480VAC
PROTECTION
- SHORT CIRCUIT
- Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
- OVER VOLTAGE
- 351 ~ 381V Shut down output voltage, re-power on to recovery
- OVER TEMPERATURE
- Shut down output voltage, re-power on to recovery
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 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. 250.13-14, ENEC BS EN/EN61347-1, BS EN/EN61347-2-13 independent, BS EN/EN62384, IP65 or IP67, 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 (@ load≧50%); BS EN/EN61000-3-3, FCC Part 15 class B, EAC TP TC 020
- EMC IMMUNITY
- Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN61547, light industry level (surge immunity Line-Earth 4KV, Line-Line 2KV), EAC TP TC 020
OTHERS
- MTBF
- 932.9K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332(Bellcore) ; 74K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
- DIMENSION
- 262*125*43.8mm (L*W*H)
- PACKING
- 2.72Kg;4pcs/11.45Kg/0.55CUFT
Certifications & ratings
- Type
- HL
Test conditions and notes12
- 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 347VAC 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 power supply 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. 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.
- 7. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com
- 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. 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).
- 10. 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
- 11. For A/AB type need to consider build in using to comply with Type HL application.
- 12. This product is intended for North America and EU lighting equipment application. Please contact your MEAN WELL sales if you have other using.
Technical drawings
Typical applications
- Harbor lighting
- LED high-bay lighting
- Parking space lighting
- LED fishing lamp
- Type "HL" for use in ClassⅠ, Division 2 hazardous (Classified) location.
Downloads
Certificates7
Test reports1
Catalogues1
FAQ
Can I use the HVGC-480-L-AB for LED downlights that need a long series string?
Yes, this model is suited to constant current LED downlights that require 1400mA and a higher total forward voltage within 137-343V. That higher CC range makes it a better fit for longer series strings than lower-voltage versions in the same family. The total load also needs to stay within 480W.
Is the HVGC-480-L-AB suitable for outdoor LED signage modules?
It can be used for signage or architectural LED modules when the load is designed for 1400mA constant current and falls within the 137-343V CC range. The series carries an IP65 or IP67 water-resistant rating; follow MEAN WELL's IP waterproof installation cautions in the user manual. It is not intended for constant voltage signage products.
Can this driver run a high-voltage small LED array?
Yes, the HVGC-480-L-AB is designed for constant current arrays that need 1400mA at a comparatively high voltage range of 137-343V. That makes it appropriate for arrays built from more series-connected LEDs rather than short low-voltage strings. The driver power rating is 480W.
How do I verify LED compatibility with the HVGC-480-L-AB?
The LED load must be rated for 1400mA constant current, and its combined forward voltage must stay within the 137-343V constant current range. The number of LEDs depends on the forward voltage of each LED, so there is no single universal LED count. This is a constant current driver, not a constant voltage power supply.
Can the HVGC-480-L-AB handle demanding environmental conditions?
It is built for challenging conditions with an IP65 or IP67 water-resistant rating and a working case temperature (Tcase) range of -40°C to +90°C, with load derating per the output load vs temperature curve. The wide 180-528VAC input range also supports use across varied AC supply conditions. Working humidity is 20-95% RH non-condensing.
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Other HVGC-480 Models
2 other models| Model | Power | Voltage | Current | IP Rating | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mean Well HVGC-480-M-AB Power Supply 480W 2100mA - Adjustable and Dimmable | 480W | 240V | 2.1A | IP65 | $176.63 | View |
| Mean Well HVGC-480-H-AB Power Supply 480W 2800mA - Adjustable and Dimmable | 480W | 180V | 2.8A | IP65 | $176.63 | View |
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