LEDVANCE DALI LED Driver G3 42W | LVED SUP 42/220-240/1050 The LEDVANCE LED SUP Constant Current Selector DALI Driver G3 (Model: LVED SUP 42/220-240/1050 DIM G3) is a high-efficiency, 42W programmable intelligent LED power supply designed for commercial and architectural lighting infrastructure. Operating on a rated input voltage of 220-240VAC, this Generation 3 driver features an adjustable constant current output selector ranging from 300mA up to 1050mA, matching voltage outputs from 2.5VDC to 49VDC. It integrates advanced DALI-2 digital dimming capabilities (complying with EN 62386 parts 101, 102, 207, 251, 252, and 253) alongside Push Dimming with a corridor function. Delivering an energy efficiency rating of 90% at 900mA full load and a high power factor greater than 0.95, it includes robust safety protections—overload, overvoltage, short-circuit, and auto-resume over-temperature protection—housed within a durable polycarbonate (PC) casing, ensuring a lifetime exceeding 50,000 hours at a case temperature (Tc) less than 85°C.
 

Category	Parameter	Specification
Output	Constant Current (mA)	300-500mA	550-900mA	950-1000mA	1050mA
	Voltage Range (VDC)	9-49VDC	2.5-45VDC	2.5-42VDC	2.5-40VDC
	Unload voltage Max. (VDC)	60VDC
	Current Accuracy	±5%
	2Output current ripple(≤120Hz)	±3%
	SVM	≤0.4@Full Load
	Pst	≤1@Full Load
Input	Efficiency (Typ.)	90%@900mA, full Load, 230Vac
	EOFI	100%
	Rated input voltage (VAC)	220-240VAC
	Range of input voltage (VAC)	198-264VAC
	Maximum voltage	300VAC@1 h maximum, unit might not operate in this abnormal condition
	Range of input voltage (VDC)	176-280VDC
	Frequency (Hz)	0/50/60 Hz
	Displacement Factor	≥0.9@full load, 230Vac
	Power Factor	>0.95@full load, 230Vac
	Input Current max	0.27A max
	Start-up time	< 0.8S
	Switch over time (AC/DC mode)	< 0.6S
	Standby Power	≤0.3W, @220Vac
	Network Standby Power	≤0.3W, @220Vac
	THD (Typ.)	< 10%@full load, 230Vac
Dimming	Dimming	YES
	Dimming mode	DALI-2 (IEC 62386-101,102,207,251,252,253) & Push Dimming (Corridor Function)
	Dimming depth	7mA@300-700mA, 1%@750-1050mA
	Dimming current range	1~100%
	Dimming method	1%-12.5% @PWM dimming, 12.5%-100% @AM dimming
Protection	Over Load Protection	103-120% / YES/Latch off
	Over Voltage Protection	60VDC / YES/Latch off
	Short circuit Protection	YES/Latch off
	Over Temperature Protection	YES/Auto Resume
Capability	Surge capability (L-N)	1KV
Environment	Operating Temperature	-20°C~+40°C@1000-1050mA, -20°C~+45°C@300-950mA
	Humidity	20%-90%RH
	Tc	<85°C
	Storage Temperature	-40°C~+80°C
	Life time	> 50000h, @TC=80°C
	Noise	≤25dB(A)@20cm
Surface	Dimension	X 22mm)
	material	PC
Certification	Certification	CB Scheme Certification
DALI performance	DALI compliance	EN 62386-101 (DALI-2), EN 62386-102 (DALI-2), EN 62386-207 (DALI-2, including part251,252,253)

Q1: What is the main benefit of using the LEDVANCE LVED SUP 42/220-240/1050 DIM G3 driver?

A1: The main benefit is its built-in constant current selector combined with certified DALI-2 compliance. This lets electrical contractors adjust the output current from 300mA up to 1050mA on a single driver, reducing the need to stock multiple fixed-output models for commercial lighting projects.

Q2: Does this LEDVANCE Generation 3 driver support push dimming layouts?

A2: Yes, this driver supports both digital DALI-2 networks and traditional Push Dimming interfaces. It also features a built-in Corridor Function, making it ideal for automated energy saving in corridors, stairwells, and public transit hubs.

Q3: What dimming methods are utilized by the LEDVANCE LVED SUP 42W DALI driver?

A3: The driver features a hybrid dimming mechanism to guarantee flicker-free performance. It applies Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) for ultra-low levels between 1% and 12.5%, and switches to Amplitude Modulation (AM) for smoother dimming from 12.5% up to 100%.

Q4: Can the LEDVANCE LVED SUP 42/220-240/1050 DIM G3 operate on DC voltage networks?

A4: Yes, this intelligent DALI driver features dual AC and DC input support. It operates on a standard AC voltage range of 198-264VAC (50/60 Hz) and a DC input voltage range of 176-280VDC, which makes it fully compatible with centralized emergency backup systems.

Q5: What safety protection modes are integrated into this LEDVANCE 42W DALI-2 driver?

A5: The driver includes complete safety hardware protections, including short-circuit protection, over-voltage protection (60VDC latch-off), over-load protection (103-120% latch-off), and over-temperature protection featuring a smart auto-resume function.

Q6: What is the lifespan rating of the LEDVANCE LVED SUP G3 constant current driver?

A6: This commercial-grade driver offers a certified operational lifetime exceeding 50,000 hours, provided the maximum case temperature (Tc) does not cross the 85°C threshold during continuous operation.

Q7: What are the DALI performance compliance certifications for this LEDVANCE lighting driver?

A7: The product is fully certified under the CB Scheme and complies with international standards EN 62386-101 and EN 62386-102 for DALI-2. It also satisfies EN 62386-207 requirements, including advanced smart asset tracking parts 251, 252, and 253.

Q8: What is the total harmonic distortion (THD) performance of this lighting driver?

A8: Under a standard full load running on a 230Vac supply line, the LEDVANCE LVED SUP G3 driver maintains a Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) level of less than 10%, keeping line noise low and satisfying strict local utility regulations.

Q9: How fast does the driver switch over from AC power to DC emergency backup mode?

A9: Designed for critical safety infrastructure, this driver offers an ultra-fast emergency switch-over transition time from AC to DC mode of less than 0.6 seconds, ensuring seamless light output during facility power losses.

Q10: What is the acoustic noise rating for the LEDVANCE LVED SUP 42W driver?

A10: The driver runs quietly with an official acoustic noise rating of less than or equal to 25dB(A) when measured at a close distance of 20cm, ensuring silent operation in noise-sensitive settings like libraries, corporate boardrooms, and medical clinics.