HLG-480H-C2100AB Constant Current LED Driver
MEAN WELL HLG-480H-C2100AB is a constant-current LED driver rated at 2100 mA and 481 W, with a 114–229 V constant-current operating region. This IP65 metal-case Class I version provides current adjustment and 3-in-1 dimming. Select the LED string for this current and voltage window and apply the input and temperature derating limits below.
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Catalog reference: HLG-480H-C, PDF pages 59–68, revision 2026-02-04.
Model selection
Full model and series
HLG-480H-C2100AB; HLG-480H-C
Suffix and configuration
Current adjustment and 3-in-1 dimming. Standard configuration listed in the catalog.
Construction and protection rating
Metal housing; Class I protective-earth design; IP65. Fanless free-air convection cooling. Installation restrictions still apply.
Driving method
Constant-current operation directly drives the LEDs. The LED string and end-system configuration determine the operating output voltage within the specified constant-current region. Contact MEAN WELL if load compatibility is uncertain.
Output ratings
Rated output current
2100 mA
Rated output power
481 W
Constant-current voltage region
114–229 V
Open-circuit voltage (maximum)
280 V
Output-current adjustment
1050–2100 mA via the built-in Io ADJ potentiometer. This adjusts the constant-current setting; the catalog does not specify a user voltage-adjustment control.
Current tolerance and ripple
±5% current tolerance; current ripple 5.0% maximum at rated current
Efficiency (typical)
95%
Temperature coefficient
±0.02%/°C (0–60°C)
Input and power quality
Input voltage
90–305 VAC; 127–431 VDC. Apply the static input-voltage derating curve.
Input frequency
47–63 Hz
AC input current (typical)
5 A / 2.45 A / 2 A at 115 / 230 / 277 VAC respectively
Power factor (typical)
≥0.98 / ≥0.97 / ≥0.95 at 115 / 230 / 277 VAC respectively, full load; built-in active PFC
Total harmonic distortion
THD <20% at load ≥40% on 115, 230 and 277 VAC
Setup time
500 ms at 115 VAC and 230 VAC. Measured at first cold start; turning the driver ON/OFF may increase setup time.
Inrush current (typical)
35 A; 1800 µs pulse width measured at 50% peak current, cold start at 230 VAC; NEMA 410
16 A circuit-breaker reference
At 230 VAC: maximum 2 units on a type B breaker or 3 units on a type C breaker, per the model catalog. Confirm the actual protection and installation conditions.
Leakage current
<0.75 mA at 277 VAC
Input/load derating
At 60 Hz: 80% load at 90 VAC, rising to 100% at 110 VAC; 100% is shown from 110 to 305 VAC. Observe the simultaneous thermal and output limits.
Adjustment and control
3-in-1 control
Apply 0–10 VDC, a 10 V PWM signal at 100 Hz–3 kHz, or resistance between DIM+ and DIM−. Dimming-source current: 100 µA typical.
Control leads
DIM+ is purple; DIM− is pink. SJOW 17 AWG × 2C / H05RN-F 2 × 1.0 mm², 330 ±20 mm.
Resistance and shared controllers
The catalog resistance curve extends from 0 Ω to 100 kΩ/N, with 10 kΩ/N steps. N is the number of drivers controlled by the same dimming circuit. Verify controller capacity and interface compatibility.
Low-end dimming and switch-off
Minimum nonzero dimming is about 6%; output current between 0% and 6% is not defined. Approximately 0 VDC, 0 Ω or 0% 10 V PWM duty switches the output off. These are current-dimming inputs, not output-voltage adjustment.
Dimming connection restrictions
Do not connect DIM− to Vo−. Connect the driver directly to the LEDs; an additional driver in the LED path is not suitable for the illustrated dimming application.
Interface isolation
The catalog explicitly specifies isolated 3-in-1 dimming for this series.
Environment-adaptive operation
The series detects the LED load and can automatically adjust output up to 120% Vo with 80% Io, then returns to the intended constant-current region after the luminaire reaches steady state. This starting adaptation is not permission for continuous full-current operation above the rated voltage region; confirm load compatibility with MEAN WELL.
Protection and insulation
Short-circuit protection
Constant-current limiting; automatically recovers after the fault is removed.
Overvoltage protection
289–322 V. Shuts down the output; re-power on to recover.
Overtemperature protection
Shuts down the output; re-power on after removing the fault to recover.
Dielectric withstand
Input–output: 3.75 kVAC; input–FG: 2 kVAC; output–FG: 1.5 kVAC
Insulation resistance
100 MΩ at 500 VDC / 25°C / 70% RH, input–output, input–FG and output–FG
Temperature and operating conditions
Working case temperature
Tcase −40 to +90°C; maximum case temperature +90°C. Case temperature is not ambient temperature.
Ambient-temperature/load curve
Horizontal mounting: 100% load through +50°C at 110 VAC, or +60°C at above 230 VAC; derate along the applicable curve to 60% load at +65°C. The ambient curve ends there. Maintain the case-temperature limit simultaneously.
Case-temperature/load curve
The horizontal-mounting Tcase curve shows 100% load from −40°C through +90°C, then ends. This does not override ambient or low-input derating.
Working humidity
20–95% RH, non-condensing
Storage conditions
−40 to +80°C; 10–95% RH, non-condensing
Altitude derating
Above 2000 m (6500 ft), reduce ambient-temperature allowance by 3.5°C per additional 1000 m for this fanless driver.
Vibration
10–500 Hz; 5 G; 12 minutes per cycle; 72 minutes along each X, Y and Z axis.
Specification and performance-plot conditions
Unless otherwise stated, specifications are measured at 230 VAC input, rated current and 25°C ambient. PF plots use Tcase 75°C; THD and efficiency plots illustrate the 1400 mA model at that case temperature and do not replace the specific model ratings.
Mechanical details and installation
Dimensions and case
262 × 125 × 43.8 mm (L × W × H); case No. 251. Drawing tolerance ±1 mm unless otherwise specified.
Mounting
Four Ø4.5 mm mounting holes; 235.2 mm main case body length excluding end flanges. Use the catalog mechanical drawing for exact fixing geometry.
Case-temperature measuring point
The tc point is shown 113.8 mm from the right inner end line and 58 mm from the lower edge in the mechanical drawing.
Input cable and polarity
AC/L brown; AC/N blue; FG green/yellow. SJOW 17 AWG × 3C / H05RN-F 3 × 1.0 mm²; 300 ±20 mm. Connect FG to protective earth.
Output cable and polarity
Vo+ brown; Vo− blue. SOOW 17 AWG × 2C / H07RN-F 2 × 1.0 mm²; 300 ±20 mm.
Unit mass (catalog packing reference)
2800 g (2.8 kg per unit; 4 pcs / 12.2 kg / 0.55 CUFT per carton). This is the catalog unit reference, not a measured shipment weight.
Optional junction-box configuration
The catalog offers a junction box for all types by request. The drawing shows 397.2 × 125 × 43.8 mm overall, 150 ±20 mm leads and three PF 1/2 entries at each end. Confirm the requested assembly and fixing drawing with MEAN WELL; this option is not asserted to be included in the standard model, and no separate order code is given here.
Installation safety
Disconnect the mains supply and prevent accidental reconnection before installation or maintenance. Have faults examined by a qualified technician; do not open the power-supply case yourself.
Ventilation and mounting
Keep ventilation clear and do not stack objects on the unit. Keep 10–15 cm clearance when the adjacent device is a heat source. Follow this model’s mounting, ambient-temperature and output-derating requirements.
System wiring and protection
Use approved primary and secondary wiring rated for at least the applicable unit current. Provide suitable system-level insulation and an enclosure around single-insulated wiring; verify EMC again in the completed system.
Environmental and load limits
Do not immerse the unit or install it near fire or above its specified ambient limit. Keep output current and power within the model’s rated operating envelope. If a fitted external flexible cable is damaged, replacement is limited to the manufacturer, its service agent or a similarly qualified person.
Connection seals and support
If waterproof connectors are fitted, secure their connections to prevent water entry. Verify the mounting structure and luminaire strength; use safety cables for bay-light applications.
Protective-earth installation
Connect the fitted FG/PE conductor to PE according to this Class I model’s wiring diagram.
Weather protection
This IP65 model must be installed indoors or in a location sheltered from rain outdoors, as required by the installation manual. The IP rating does not permit immersion.
Controller installation
Verify the compatibility and capacity of the controller for this exact interface. For standalone use with dimming conductors smaller than 18 AWG (0.75 mm²), use SELV controllers/networks; contact MEAN WELL for guidance before using FELV control. Follow this model’s control wiring.
Dimming isolation
The current catalog identifies this HLG-480H-C 3-in-1 dimming interface as isolated; follow its exact DIM wiring and controller requirements.
Standards and service conditions
Safety standards
UL8750 (Type HL), CSA C22.2 No. 250.13-12; ENEC BS EN/EN61347-1 and BS EN/EN61347-2-13 independent, BS EN/EN62384; GB/T19510.1 and GB/T19510.213; AS/NZS IEC 61347.2.13:2013 and AS/NZS 61347.1:2016; EAC TP TC 004; IP65 for this suffix.
Type HL application
Type HL LED-driver application for Class I, Division 2 hazardous-location luminaires. A/AB execution must be considered for built-in use to comply with the Type HL application. The complete luminaire must satisfy its installation and certification requirements.
EMC emissions
BS EN/EN55015; BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Class C at load ≥50%; BS EN/EN61000-3-3; GB/T17743; GB17625.1; EAC TP TC 020.
EMC immunity
BS EN/EN61000-4-2, -3, -4, -5, -6, -8 and -11; BS EN/EN61547, light-industry level; surge immunity line–earth 4 kV and line–line 2 kV; EAC TP TC 020.
ErP installation condition
For the stated lighting-fixture ErP application, install behind a switch and do not permanently connect the driver to the mains.
Typical life and warranty
The catalog states typical life expectancy >62,000 operating hours when Tcase, especially the tc point/TMP, is approximately 75°C or lower. The manufacturer specifies a 7-year warranty subject to its warranty statement and conditions.
MTBF
1350.9K h minimum, Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore); 110.5K h minimum, MIL-HDBK-217F at 25°C. MTBF is a reliability estimate, not a service-life or warranty guarantee.
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