HLG-185H-C1400AB LED driver
MEAN WELL HLG-185H-C1400AB is a 200.2 W constant current LED driver rated at 1400 mA, with a metal Class I enclosure, active PFC and fanless free-air convection cooling. Its IP65 design supports suitable indoor or outdoor lighting installations subject to the installation requirements. Output current adjustable through the built-in potentiometer, plus 3-in-1 dimming using 1–10 VDC, 10 V PWM or resistance.
Download MEAN WELL HLG-185H-C Datasheet (PDF)Download MEAN WELL LED Installation Manual
HLG-C catalog, PDF pages 31–40. Use the exact output and function suffix when selecting the driver.
Output and function
Rated output
1400 mA constant current; 200.2 W rated power.
Constant current region
71–143 V
Current accuracy
Current ripple: 5% maximum at rated current. Current tolerance: ±5%.
Function and ingress rating
AB type; IP65. Output current adjustable through the built-in potentiometer, plus 3-in-1 dimming using 1–10 VDC, 10 V PWM or resistance.
Current adjustment
700–1400 mA through the internal potentiometer (Io ADJ); output voltage adjustment is not specified.
LED load selection
Constant current operation directly drives the LED load. The highest output voltage depends on the system configuration; contact MEAN WELL about load compatibility. A fixed nominal output voltage is not specified.
Dimming control
Apply 1–10 VDC, a 10 V PWM signal at 100 Hz–3 kHz, or resistance between DIM+ and DIM−. The curves cover 10–100% output current. Resistance is 10–100 kΩ divided by N, where N is the number of synchronized drivers. Typical dimming source current: 100 µA.
Dimming wiring and off control
DIM+ is purple and DIM− is pink. Do not connect DIM− to −V. Connect directly to LEDs; additional downstream drivers are not suitable. For 0% brightness, use the illustrated external mains switch and relay arrangement, or consult MEAN WELL for other options.
Availability and programs
The datasheet labels this function option as a standard / in-stock type. This identifies the catalog option and does not promise current inventory.
Input and performance
Input range
90–305 VAC or 127–431 VDC; 47–63 Hz AC. Apply the static and temperature derating limits.
AC current and power factor
Typical AC current: 2 / 1 / 0.85 A at 115 / 230 / 277 VAC. Typical full-load PF: ≥0.98 / ≥0.96 / ≥0.93 at the same voltages.
Efficiency and THD
Typical efficiency: 94%. THD <20% at loads ≥50% at 115 and 230 VAC; 75% at 277 VAC.
Start-up and mains loading
Set-up time: 1000 ms at 115 VAC; 500 ms at 230 VAC, measured at first cold start; repeated ON/OFF cycles may increase it. Typical cold-start inrush: 55 A; 900 µs pulse width at 50% Ipeak, 230 VAC, per NEMA 410. Maximum units on a 16 A B / C circuit breaker at 230 VAC: 2 / 3.
Leakage and conditions
Leakage current <0.75 mA at 277 VAC. Unless otherwise stated, specifications are measured at 230 VAC, rated current and 25°C ambient. Separate rise-time, hold-up-time and idle-power values are not specified.
Protection
Short circuit
Constant current limiting; automatic recovery after the short circuit is removed.
Overvoltage
160–170 V; shuts down output voltage, with automatic recovery or power-on recovery.
Overtemperature
Shuts down the output; automatically recovers after cooling. If triggered at light load or no load, AC re-power is required.
Temperature and reliability
Case and ambient limits
Operating case temperature: −40 to +90°C; maximum Tcase +90°C. Horizontal installation: 80% at −40°C, rising to 100% at −20°C; 100% load through +60°C ambient, then derate to 60% at +70°C. Case-temperature load curve: 80% at −40°C, rising to 100% at −20°C, then 100% through +75°C; derate to 60% at +90°C. Both limits apply; free-air convection cooling.
Input and altitude derating
Static input curve: 80% at 90 VAC; 100% from 100 to 305 VAC (60 Hz). Above 2,000 m altitude, reduce the allowable ambient temperature by 3.5°C per 1,000 m for this fanless design.
Environmental limits
Working humidity: 10–95% RH, non-condensing. Storage: −40 to +80°C, 10–95% RH. Temperature coefficient: ±0.03%/°C over 0–50°C. Vibration: 10–500 Hz, 5 G, 12 min/cycle for 72 min along each X, Y and Z axis.
Operating curves
PFC switching frequency: 70 kHz; PWM switching frequency: 60 kHz. PF curves use Tc 80°C; THD and efficiency curves use the 700 mA model at Tc 80°C and distinguish 115, 230 and 277 VAC. Curve examples are not a guarantee of identical performance for every current option.
Life, reliability and warranty
Typical lifetime >62,000 hours at Tc / TMP about 75°C or lower. The lifetime curve indicates approximately 100,000 h at Tc 20–70°C, 70,000 h at 75°C, 50,000 h at 80°C, 35,000 h at 85°C and 25,000 h at 90°C. MTBF: 2458.6K hours minimum, Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore); 191.9K hours minimum, MIL-HDBK-217F at 25°C. Seven-year warranty, subject to the manufacturer warranty statement and operating conditions.
Mechanical details and wiring
Dimensions and mounting
228 × 68 × 38.8 mm (L × W × H); case 994D; drawing tolerance ±1 mm. Four Ø4.2 mm mounting slots; vertical slot spacing 34.2 mm. Main case body length 204 mm, excluding the end mounting flanges. Use the complete drawing for fixing locations.
Temperature measurement point
The marked tc point is 102 mm from the main case right edge and 34 mm from its bottom edge; use this point for case-temperature verification.
Input and output leads
Input: SJOW 17 AWG × 3 conductors / H05RN-F 3 × 1.0 mm²; brown AC/L, blue AC/N, green/yellow FG. Output: SJOW 17 AWG × 2 conductors / H05RN-F 2 × 1.0 mm²; brown +V and blue −V. Input and output lead lengths: 300 ±20 mm.
Control leads
SJOW 17 AWG × 2 conductors / H05RN-F 2 × 1.0 mm²; purple DIM+, pink DIM−; 300 ±20 mm.
Unit weight and packing
1.15 kg (1150 g) per unit. Carton reference: 12 pcs / 14.8 kg / 0.8 CUFT. The individual weight is stated separately from carton mass.
Safety and EMC
Electrical classification
Metal Class I design; protective earth is required.
Safety standards
UL 8750; CSA C22.2 No. 250.13-12; BS EN/EN/AS/NZS 61347-1 and 61347-2-13; BS EN/EN 62384 (independent); GB/T 19510.1 and 19510.213; J61347-1 and J61347-2-13; EAC TP TC 004.
Isolation
Withstand voltage: input–output 3.75 kVAC; input–FG 2 kVAC; output–FG 1.5 kVAC. Isolation resistance for these paths: 100 MΩ at 500 VDC, 25°C and 70% RH.
EMC
Emissions: BS EN/EN 55015; BS EN/EN 61000-3-2 Class C at ≥50% load; BS EN/EN 61000-3-3; GB/T 17743; GB 17625.1; EAC TP TC 020. Immunity: BS EN/EN 61000-4-2, -3, -4, -5, -6, -8 and -11; BS EN/EN 61547, heavy industry level. Surge immunity: 4 kV line-to-earth and 2 kV line-to-line; EAC TP TC 020.
System integration
The driver is a component; the final equipment manufacturer must re-qualify EMC with the complete installation. For the stated ErP luminaire requirement, use behind a mains switch instead of a permanent unswitched connection.
Accessories and applications
Optional waterproof connectors
M12-04: four pins, 5 A per pin, 10 A maximum suitable current. M12-05: five pins, 5 A per pin, 10 A maximum suitable current. M15-02: two pins, 12 A per pin, 12 A maximum suitable current. Confirm voltage rating, pin use, wire size and environmental suitability before selection; current ratings alone do not establish compatibility.
Optional cable joiners
CJ04-1 accepts 14–16 AWG; CJ04-2 accepts 18–22 AWG. Both ranges exclude the standard 17 AWG driver leads, so these are not confirmed direct-fit joiners for those leads. Drawing: 66 mm long, Ø25 mm, with 26 mm and 20 mm sections. Up to four wires may be joined by soldering or tool clamping. Purchase separately and confirm sealing and wire compatibility.
Applications
Street, fishing lamp, harbor, building architectural and bay LED lighting.
Installation manual requirements
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 installation manual lists this HLG-60H–320H-C family’s analog dimming circuit as not isolated from the secondary circuit. Follow the specified DIM wiring and controller requirements.
Confirm the exact LED load, operating temperature, control interface and installation requirements against the linked datasheet and manual before commissioning.
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