MEAN WELL HVGC-100 Series: 100W Constant Current Mode LED Driver
User's Manual
Features
- Wide input range: 180 ~ 528VAC
- Constant Current mode output
- Metal housing with Class I design
- Built-in active PFC function
- IP67 / IP65 design for indoor or outdoor installations
- Function options: output adjustable via potentiometer; 3 in 1 dimming (dim-to-off); Timer dimming
- Typical lifetime: >50000 hours
- 5 years warranty
Description
The HVGC-100 series is a 100W LED AC/DC LED driver featuring constant current mode and high voltage output. It operates from 180~528VAC and offers models with different rated currents (350mA and 700mA). With high efficiency up to 91% and a fanless design, the entire series operates from -40°C ~ +90°C case temperature under free air convection. The metal housing and IP67/IP65 ingress protection level allow this series to fit both indoor and outdoor applications. The HVGC-100 is equipped with various function options, such as dimming methodologies, to provide optimal design flexibility for LED lighting systems.
Model Encoding
The model number is structured as follows: HVGC - 100 - [Rated Output Current] [Type]
- HVGC: Series Name
- 100: Rated Wattage
- [Rated Output Current]: 350mA or 700mA
- [Type]: A, B, AB, D
| Type | IP Level | Function | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | IP65 | Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer. | In Stock |
| B | IP67 | 3 in 1 dimming function (0~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance) | In Stock |
| AB | IP65 | Io adjustable through built-in potentiometer & 3 in 1 dimming function (0~10Vdc, 10V PWM signal and resistance) | In Stock |
| D | IP67 | Timer dimming function, contact MEAN WELL for details (safety pending). | By request |
Specifications
| MODEL | HVGC-100-350 | HVGC-100-700 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| RATED CURRENT | 350mA | 700mA | |
| RATED POWER | 99.75W | 99.4W | |
| CONSTANT CURRENT REGION Note.2 | 29 ~ 285V | 15 ~ 142V | |
| OUTPUT CURRENT ADJ. RANGE | Adjustable for A/AB-Type only (via built-in potentiometer) | ||
| 210 ~ 350mA | 420 ~ 700mA | ||
| CURRENT RIPPLE Note.5 | 5.0% max. @rated current | ||
| CURRENT TOLERANCE | ±5.0% | ||
| SET UP TIME Note.4 | 500ms, 80ms/230VAC, 347VAC, 480VAC | ||
| VOLTAGE RANGE Note.3 | 180 ~ 528VAC | 254VDC ~ 747VDC | |
| FREQUENCY RANGE | 47 ~ 63Hz | ||
| POWER FACTOR (Typ.) | PF≥0.98/230VAC, PF≥0.98/277VAC, PF≥0.97/347VAC, 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≥75%/480VAC) (Please refer to "TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION (THD)" section) | ||
| EFFICIENCY (Typ.) | 91% | 91% | |
| AC CURRENT (Typ.) | 0.38A / 347VAC | 0.28A / 480VAC | |
| INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.) | COLD START 25A(twidth=900µs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 480VAC; Per NEMA 410 | ||
| MAX. No. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER | 5 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 8 units (circuit breaker of type C) at 480VAC | ||
| LEAKAGE CURRENT | <0.75mA/480VAC | ||
| SHORT CIRCUIT | Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed | ||
| OVER VOLTAGE | 300 ~ 320V | 150 ~ 160V | |
| OVER TEMPERATURE | Shut down o/p voltage with auto-recovery or re-power on to recovery | ||
| 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 ~ 60°C) | ||
| VIBRATION | 10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes | ||
| SAFETY STANDARDS | UL8750, CSA C22.2 No. 250.0-08, TUV BS EN/EN61347-1, BS EN/EN61347-2-13, EAC TP TC 004, IP65 or IP67 approved; design refer to UL60950-1 | ||
| 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/EN61000-3-2 Class C (@load≥50%) ; BS EN/EN61000-3-3, FCC Part 15 Subpart, 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 | ||
| MTBF | 745.0K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore); 186.1K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25°C) | ||
| DIMENSION | 236*68*38.8mm (L*W*H) | ||
| PACKING | 1.18Kg; 12pcs/15.2Kg/0.74CUFT | ||
Notes:
- All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 347VAC input, rated current and 25°C of ambient temperature.
- Please refer to "DRIVING METHODS OF LED MODULE".
- De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" sections for details.
- 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.
- It is measured 50% ~ 100% of maximum voltage under rated power delivery.
- 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)
- 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.
- 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°C or less.
- Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com.
- 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).
- 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
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Block Diagram
The block diagram illustrates the internal components and signal flow of the HVGC-100 series LED driver. The input power (I/P) passes through an EMI Filter & Rectifiers, followed by a PFC Circuit and Power Switching stages. Control signals are managed by PFC Control, OTP (Over Temperature Protection), OLP (Over Load Protection), OVP (Over Voltage Protection), and PWM & PFC Control. The output stage includes Rectifiers & Filter, and Detection Circuit, leading to the final output terminals (+V, -V, DIM+, DIM- for B Type).
Driving Methods of LED Module
This series operates in constant current mode to directly drive LEDs.
The graph titled "Typical output current normalized by rated current (%)" shows Output Current (Io) on the X-axis and Output Voltage (Vo) on the Y-axis, both in percentage. It illustrates the "Constant Current region" where the output current is regulated. In this region, the highest output voltage depends on the end system configuration. For any compatibility issues, please contact MEAN WELL.
Dimming Operation
3 in 1 Dimming Function (for B/AB-Type)
The output constant current level can be adjusted by applying one of three methodologies between DIM+ and DIM-: 0~10VDC, 10V PWM signal, or resistance. Direct connection to LEDs is suggested; it is not suitable for use with additional drivers. The dimming source current from the power supply is approximately 100μA.
Applying Additive 0 ~ 10VDC
This method uses an additive voltage input. The circuit diagram shows +V, -V, DIM+, and DIM- terminals connected to an "Additive Voltage" circuit. The graph "Dimming input: Additive voltage" shows Output Current (%) on the Y-axis versus Dimming input voltage (0V to 10V) on the X-axis, demonstrating a linear relationship.
Caution: DO NOT connect "DIM- to -V".
Applying Additive 10V PWM Signal (frequency range 100Hz ~ 3KHz)
This method uses an additive PWM signal. The circuit diagram shows +V, -V, DIM+, and DIM- terminals connected to an "Additive PWM signal" circuit. The graph "Dimming input: Additive resistance" shows Output Current (%) on the Y-axis versus Duty cycle of additive 10V PWM signal on the X-axis, demonstrating a linear relationship.
Caution: DO NOT connect "DIM- to -V".
Applying Additive Resistance
This method uses an additive resistance. The circuit diagram shows +V, -V, DIM+, and DIM- terminals connected to an "Additive Resistance" circuit. The graph "Dimming input: Additive resistance" shows Output Current (%) on the Y-axis versus resistance value (Short 10K/N to 100K/N) on the X-axis, demonstrating a linear relationship.
Caution: DO NOT connect "DIM- to -V".
Note: 1. Minimum dimming level is about 8%; output current is not defined when 0% < Iout < 8%. 2. Output current can drop to 0% when dimming input is about 0kΩ or 0Vdc, or 10V PWM signal with 0% duty cycle.
Performance Characteristics
Output Load vs Temperature
Two graphs illustrate the load derating based on temperature. The first graph shows Load (%) on the Y-axis against Ambient Temperature (Ta) in °C on the X-axis for horizontal operation. The second graph shows Load (%) on the Y-axis against Case Temperature (Tcase) in °C on the X-axis for horizontal operation. Both indicate that the load is maintained at 100% up to certain temperature thresholds before derating.
Static Characteristic
This graph shows Load (%) on the Y-axis against Input Voltage (V) on the X-axis at 60Hz. It indicates that the load is maintained at 100% across a wide input voltage range from approximately 180V to 528V. A note indicates that de-rating is needed under low input voltages.
Power Factor (PF) Characteristic
This graph shows Power Factor (PF) on the Y-axis against Load (%) on the X-axis, measured at Tcase=80°C. Different colored lines represent different input voltages (480V, 347V, 277V, 230V). The power factor remains high (above 0.9) across most of the load range for all tested voltages.
Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
This graph shows Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) in % on the Y-axis against Load (%) on the X-axis, for the 700mA Model at Tcase=80°C. Different colored lines represent different input voltages (347VAC, 480VAC, 277VAC, 230VAC). THD generally increases with decreasing load and varies slightly with input voltage.
Efficiency vs Load
This graph shows Efficiency (%) on the Y-axis against Load (%) on the X-axis. The HVGC-100 series can achieve up to 91% efficiency. Different colored lines represent different input voltages (480V, 347V, 277V, 230V). Efficiency is generally higher at higher loads and varies with input voltage.
Life Time
This graph shows Lifetime in thousands of hours (Kh) on the Y-axis against Case Temperature (Tcase) in °C on the X-axis. It illustrates that the lifetime decreases significantly as the case temperature increases above approximately 70°C. The product meets a typical life expectancy of >50,000 hours when Tcase is around 80°C or less.
Mechanical Specification
Dimensions: 236mm (Length) x 68mm (Width) x 38.8mm (Height). Tolerance: ±1mm. Case No. 994.
A-Type
Input wires: FG (Green/Yellow), AC/L (Brown), AC/N (Blue) - STW 18AWG x 3C, 300±20mm length. Output wires: -V (Black), +V (Red) - SJTW 18AWG x 2C, 300±20mm length. Features an "Io ADJ." (Output Current Adjustment) potentiometer. Marked with "tc: Max. Case Temperature".
B-Type
Input wires: FG (Green/Yellow), AC/L (Brown), AC/N (Blue) - STW 18AWG x 3C, 300±20mm length. Output wires: DIM+ (Purple), DIM- (Pink), -V (Black), +V (Red) - UL2517 18AWG x 2C and SJTW 18AWG x 2C, 300±20mm length. Marked with "tc: Max. Case Temperature".
AB-Type
Input wires: FG (Green/Yellow), AC/L (Brown), AC/N (Blue) - STW 18AWG x 3C, 300±20mm length. Output wires: DIM+ (Purple), DIM- (Pink), -V (Black), +V (Red) - UL2517 18AWG x 2C and SJTW 18AWG x 2C, 300±20mm length. Features an "Io ADJ." (Output Current Adjustment) potentiometer. Marked with "tc: Max. Case Temperature".
D-Type
Input wires: FG (Green/Yellow), AC/L (Brown), AC/N (Blue) - STW 18AWG x 3C, 300±20mm length. Output wires: -V (Black), +V (Red) - SJTW 18AWG x 2C, 300±20mm length. Marked with "tc: Max. Case Temperature".
Waterproof Connection
The HVGC-100 can be assembled with waterproof connectors for operation in dry, wet, damp, or outdoor environments.
Waterproof Connector
| Size | Pin Configuration (Female) | Order No. | Suitable Current |
|---|---|---|---|
| M12 | 4-PIN | M12-04 | 10A max. (5A/PIN) |
| M12 | 5-PIN | M12-05 | 10A max. (5A/PIN) |
| M15 | 2-PIN | M15-02 | 12A max. (12A/PIN) |
Cable Joiner
CJ04 cable joiners are available for independent assembly. CJ04-1 is suitable for 14AWG~16AWG wires, and CJ04-2 is suitable for 18AWG~22AWG wires. Up to four wires can be connected through this cable joiner by soldering or clamping.
Junction Box Option
A junction box option is available for the A-Type. Please contact MEAN WELL for details.
Installation Manual
For installation instructions, please refer to: http://www.meanwell.com/manual.html
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