Product Overview
The MEAN WELL HLG-240H series is a high-performance 240W AC/DC LED driver designed for versatile LED lighting applications. It offers both Constant Voltage (CV) and Constant Current (CC) output modes, catering to a wide range of LED modules.
Key certifications include CE, UL, CSA, TÜV Rheinland, EAC, and KC, with specific models meeting Type HL requirements for Class I, Division 2 hazardous locations.
Key Features
- ✔️ Constant Voltage + Constant Current mode output
- ✔️ Metal housing with Class I design
- ✔️ IP67 / IP65 rating for indoor or outdoor installations
- ✔️ Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer; 3-in-1 dimming
- ✔️ Typical lifetime > 62,000 hours
- ✔️ 7 years warranty
Applications
- LED street lighting
- LED high-bay lighting
- Parking space lighting
- LED fishing lamp
- LED greenhouse lighting
- Suitable for Class I, Division 2 hazardous (Classified) locations (Type "HL" models)
Description
The HLG-240H series provides a 240W AC/DC LED driver with dual-mode constant voltage and constant current output. It operates from a wide input voltage range of 90~305VAC and is available in models with rated voltages from 12V to 54V. With high efficiency up to 93.5% and a fanless design, the series can operate within a wide case temperature range of -40°C to +90°C under free air convection. The robust metal housing and IP67/IP65 ingress protection make it suitable for both indoor and outdoor environments. The HLG-240H series offers various function options, including dimming methodologies, to provide optimal design flexibility for LED lighting systems.
Model Encoding
The model number follows the structure: HLG-240H-[Voltage]-[Type]
Voltage Options: 12V, 15V, 20V, 24V, 30V, 36V, 42V, 48V, 54V
Type Options:
| Type | IP Level | Function | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blank | IP67 | Io and Vo fixed | In Stock |
| A | IP65 | Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer | In Stock |
| B | IP67 | 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10VDC, 10V PWM signal and resistance) | In Stock |
| AB | IP65 | Io and Vo adjustable through built-in potentiometer & 3 in 1 dimming function (1~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance) | In Stock |
| C | - | Terminal block for I/O connection. Output voltage and constant current level can be adjusted through internal potentiometer. | By request |
| D | IP67 | Timer dimming function, contact MEAN WELL for details (safety pending). | By request |
Specifications
| MODEL | HLG-240H-12 | HLG-240H-15 | HLG-240H-20 | HLG-240H-24 | HLG-240H-30 | HLG-240H-36 | HLG-240H-42 | HLG-240H-48 | HLG-240H-54 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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| DC VOLTAGE | CONSTANT CURRENT REGION Note.4 | RATED CURRENT | RATED POWER | RIPPLE & NOISE (max.) Note.2 | VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE | CURRENT ADJ. RANGE | VOLTAGE TOLERANCE Note.3 | LINE REGULATION | LOAD REGULATION | SETUP, RISE TIME Note.6 | HOLD UP TIME (Typ.) | VOLTAGE RANGE Note.5 | FREQUENCY RANGE | POWER FACTOR (Typ.) | TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION | EFFICIENCY (Typ.) | AC CURRENT (Typ.) | INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.) | MAX. No. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER | LEAKAGE CURRENT | OVER CURRENT | SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION | OVER VOLTAGE | OVER TEMPERATURE | WORKING TEMP. | MAX. CASE TEMP. | WORKING HUMIDITY | STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY | TEMP. COEFFICIENT | VIBRATION | SAFETY STANDARDS | SAFETY & WITHSTAND VOLTAGE | ISOLATION RESISTANCE | EMC EMISSION | EMC IMMUNITY | MTBF | DIMENSION | PACKING | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DC VOLTAGE | 12V | 15V | 20V | 24V | 30V | 36V | 42V | 48V | 54V | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CONSTANT CURRENT REGION Note.4 | 6~12V | 7.5~15V | 10~20V | 12~24V | 15~30V | 18~36V | 21~42V | 24~48V | 27~54V | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| RATED CURRENT | 16A | 15A | 12A | 10A | 8A | 6.7A | 5.72A | 5A | 4.45A | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| RATED POWER | 192W | 225W | 240W | 240W | 240W | 241.2W | 240.24W | 240W | 240.3W | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| RIPPLE & NOISE (max.) Note.2 | 150mVp-p | 150mVp-p | 150mVp-p | 150mVp-p | 200mVp-p | 250mVp-p | 250mVp-p | 250mVp-p | 350mVp-p | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGE | Adjustable for A/AB/C-Type only (via built-in potentiometer) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 11.2~12.8V | 14~16V | 18.6~21.4V | 22.4~25.6V | 28~32V | 33.5~38.5V | 39~45V | 44.8~51.2V | 50~57V | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| CURRENT ADJ. RANGE | Adjustable for A/AB/C-Type only (via built-in potentiometer) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 8~16A | 7.5~15A | 6~12A | 5~10A | 4~8A | 3.3~6.7A | 2.86~5.72A | 2.5~5A | 2.23~4.45A | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| VOLTAGE TOLERANCE Note.3 | ±2.5% | ±2.0% | ±1.0% | ±1.0% | ±1.0% | ±1.0% | ±1.0% | ±1.0% | ±1.0% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| LINE REGULATION | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| LOAD REGULATION | ±2.0% | ±1.5% | ±1.0% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ±0.5% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SETUP, RISE TIME Note.6 | 1000ms, 80ms/115VAC | 500ms, 80ms/230VAC | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| HOLD UP TIME (Typ.) | 15ms/115VAC, 230VAC | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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.) | 90% | 90% | 91.5% | 92.5% | 92.5% | 92.5% | 92.5% | 93% | 93.5% | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OVER CURRENT | Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SHORT CIRCUIT PROTECTION | Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OVER VOLTAGE | 13.5~18V | 17.5~21.5V | 23.5~27.5V | 27~34V | 33~39V | 43~49V | 48~54V | 55~63V | 60~67V | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| OVER TEMPERATURE | Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| WORKING TEMP. | Tcase= -40~+90°C (Please refer to "OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE" section) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MAX. CASE TEMP. | Tcase= +90°C | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| WORKING HUMIDITY | 20~95% RH non-condensing | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY | -40~+80°C, 10~95% RH | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| TEMP. COEFFICIENT | ±0.03%/°C (0~50°C) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| VIBRATION | 10~500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| 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; GB19510.1, GB19510.14 (except for C-type); IP65 or IP67; J61347-1, J61347-2-13 (except for B, AB and D-type), BIS IS15885(for 48V only), EAC TP TC 004, KC61347-1, KC61347-2-13 (except for AB, C, D-type) approved | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| SAFETY & 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°C/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, GB17743 and 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) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| MTBF | 729.2K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore); 207.9K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25°C) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| DIMENSION | 244.2*68*38.8mm (L*W*H) (HLG-240H-Blank/A/B) | 251*68*38.8mm (L*W*H) (HLG-240H C-Type) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| PACKING | 1.3Kg; 12pcs/16.6Kg/0.84CUFT (HLG-240-Blank/A/B) | 1.23Kg; 12pcs/15.8Kg/1.16CUFT (HLG-240 C-Type) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
Note 1: All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated current and 25°C of ambient temperature. Note 2: Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf parallel capacitor. Note 3: Tolerance: includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation. Note 4: Please refer to "DRIVING METHODS OF LED MODULE". Note 5: De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" sections for details. Note 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.
Note 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. Note 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. Note 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°C or less. Note 10: Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com. Note 11: The ambient temperature derating of 3.5°C/1000m with fanless models and of 5°C/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft). Note 12: For any application note and IP water proof function installation caution, please refer our user manual before using. Product Liability Disclaimer: For detailed information, please refer to https://www.meanwell.com/serviceDisclaimer.aspx
Block Diagram
The block diagram illustrates the internal structure of the HLG-240H LED driver. It shows the signal flow from the AC input through an EMI Filter & Rectifiers, PFC Circuit, Power Switching, Rectifiers & Filter, to the output stage. Control signals like PFC Control, PWM & PFC Control, O.L.P. (Over Load Protection), O.V.P. (Over Voltage Protection), and DIM control are integrated into the system. The output stage includes detection circuits for protection and regulation.
Driving Methods of LED Module
This section describes how the HLG-240H series can operate in either Constant Current (direct drive) or Constant Voltage mode (typically with an additional DC/DC driver). A graph illustrates the operating regions: 'Constant Voltage area' where output voltage is regulated, and 'Constant Current area' where output current is regulated. The graph shows output current normalized by rated current (%) on the x-axis and output voltage normalized by rated voltage (%) on the y-axis. A 'Hiccup Protection' region is also indicated.
In the constant current region, the maximum output voltage is dependent on the end system configuration. For compatibility issues, contact MEAN WELL.
Dimming Operation
The HLG-240H series (specifically B/AB-Type models) supports a 3-in-1 dimming function, allowing output constant current adjustment via one of three methods applied between DIM+ and DIM- terminals: 1~10VDC, 10V PWM signal, or resistance.
Dimming source current from the power supply is approximately 100μA (typ.). Direct connection to LEDs is suggested, and using additional drivers is not recommended.
1. Applying Additive 1 ~ 10VDC
This method uses an additive voltage source connected between DIM+ and DIM-. A graph shows the output current (%) increasing linearly from 10% to 100% as the additive voltage increases from 1V to 10V.
2. Applying Additive 10V PWM Signal (frequency range 100Hz ~ 3KHz)
This method uses a 10V PWM signal. A graph shows the output current (%) increasing linearly from 10% to 100% as the duty cycle of the PWM signal increases from 10% to 100%.
3. Applying Additive Resistance
This method uses an additive resistance connected between DIM+ and DIM-. A graph shows the output current (%) increasing linearly from 10% to 100% as the resistance value decreases (e.g., from 100KΩ to 10KΩ, assuming N is the number of drivers for synchronized dimming).
Important: Do NOT connect "DIM- to -V".
Dimming Control Configuration
For applications requiring the lighting fixture to be turned down to 0% brightness or for ON/OFF control, a switch and relay configuration can be used with the dimming terminals. The diagram shows connections for a switch and adjuster (for resistance, 1~10V DC voltage, or 10V PWM signal) to the DIM+ and DIM- terminals of the HLG-240H, along with a relay for ON/OFF control of the LED lighting fixture.
Performance Graphs
Output Load vs Temperature
Two graphs illustrate the derating curves for output load percentage versus ambient temperature (Ta) and case temperature (Tcase). For ambient temperature, curves are shown for 100VAC and 230VAC input, indicating the maximum allowable load percentage at different temperatures. For case temperature, a similar curve shows the load percentage derating up to 90°C.
Static Characteristics
This graph shows the relationship between input voltage (V) and output load (%). It indicates that de-rating is needed under low input voltages, with the output load percentage decreasing as input voltage drops below approximately 150V.
Power Factor (PF) Characteristic
The graph displays the Power Factor (PF) versus Load (%) for the Constant Current Mode at a case temperature of 80°C. It shows that the PF remains high (above 0.9) across different input voltages (115VAC, 230VAC, 277VAC) and load levels.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
This graph shows the Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) versus Load (%) for the 48V model at a case temperature of 80°C. It presents THD levels for different input voltages (115VAC, 230VAC, 277VAC), generally showing THD below 10% at higher load percentages.
Efficiency vs Load
The graph illustrates the Efficiency (%) versus Load (%) for the HLG-240H series (48V Model, Tcase at 80°C). It demonstrates that the efficiency is high across various load levels and input voltages, reaching up to 93.5% at higher loads.
Lifetime Expectancy
A graph shows the estimated Lifetime (Kh) versus Case Temperature (Tcase in °C). It indicates that the lifetime decreases significantly as the case temperature increases. For example, at 75°C, the lifetime is approximately 62,000 hours, while at 90°C, it is considerably lower.
Mechanical Specifications
Detailed dimensions and wiring information are provided for different model types:
Blank/D-Type
Dimensions: 244.2mm (L) x 68mm (W) x 38.8mm (H). Features AC input terminals (FG, AC/L, AC/N) and DC output terminals (+V, -V). Cable specifications include SJOW 17AWG&H05RN-F 1.0mm²*3C for AC input and SJOW 17AWG&05RN-F 1.0mm²*2C (or SJOW 14AWG*2C for 12V~20V) for DC output.
A-Type
Dimensions: 244.2mm (L) x 68mm (W) x 38.8mm (H). Similar AC input terminals and DC output terminals (+V, -V). Also includes terminals for Vo ADJ. and Io ADJ. Cable specifications are the same as Blank/D-Type.
B-Type
Dimensions: 244.2mm (L) x 68mm (W) x 38.8mm (H). Includes AC input terminals, DC output terminals (+V, -V), and DIM+ / DIM- terminals for dimming control. Cable specifications are the same as Blank/D-Type for AC input, and for DC output, it uses SJOW 17AWG&05RN-F 1.0mm²*2C (or SJOW 14AWG*2C for 12V~20V) and UL2517 20AWG*2C for dimming.
AB-Type
Dimensions: 244.2mm (L) x 68mm (W) x 38.8mm (H). Features AC input terminals, DC output terminals (+V, -V), Vo ADJ., Io ADJ., and DIM+ / DIM- terminals. Cable specifications are similar to B-Type.
C-Type
Dimensions: 251mm (L) x 68mm (W) x 38.8mm (H). Features AC input terminals (FG, AC/L, AC/N) and DC output terminals (+V, -V). Also includes Vo ADJ. and Io ADJ. terminals. The C-Type uses a terminal block for I/O connections.
Terminal Assignments
AC Input Terminal Pin Assignment: Pin 1: FG (Green/Yellow), Pin 2: AC/L (Brown), Pin 3: AC/N (Blue).
DC Output Terminal Pin Assignment: Pin 1: -V (Black), Pin 2: +V (Red). For B/AB-Type, DIM+ (Blue) and DIM- (White) are also present.
Waterproof Connection and Installation
Waterproof connectors (M12, M15) can be assembled on the output cable to ensure operation in wet or outdoor environments. Cable joiners (CJ04-1, CJ04-2) are available for user assembly. A junction box option is available for A/Blank-Type models.
For detailed installation instructions, please refer to the MEAN WELL Installation Manual at: http://www.meanwell.com/manual.html
