6W PLC Dimmable LED Driver for Emergency Lighting Systems
The 6W PLC Dimmable LED Driver is a compact constant-current power supply integrating Power Line Communication (PLC-IoT) technology for intelligent lighting applications. Designed for integration into emergency lighting systems, it combines LED power conversion and power-line-based communication to support centralized lighting management without additional communication wiring.
With a rated output of 36V DC and 167mA constant current, this driver is designed for compatible LED loads requiring up to 6W of output power. Its integrated PLC communication capability enables lighting devices to exchange control and operating information through existing power lines when used with a compatible PLC gateway, communication network and management platform.
The solution can support remote monitoring, centralized control, energy data collection and scheduled lighting strategies through a compatible cloud management system. It is suitable for emergency lighting system developers and OEM manufacturers looking to integrate PLC-based communication into their lighting products.
Important: Emergency operation, backup-power behavior, dimming range and applicable compliance requirements must be verified at the complete system level according to the target application.
Product Advantage
Key Features and Benefits
1. Integrated PLC-IoT Communication
Combines constant-current LED power conversion with PLC-IoT communication, enabling lighting devices to communicate over existing power lines without requiring a separate communication cable.
2. Compact 6W Constant-Current Output
Provides a rated output of 36V DC at 167mA, with a constant-current accuracy of ±5%, for compatible LED lighting applications.
3. Remote Monitoring and Centralized Management
When integrated with a compatible PLC gateway and cloud platform, the driver can be part of a lighting system supporting remote control, operating-data collection, energy monitoring and centralized management.
4. Electrical Protection
The product documentation specifies short-circuit protection and overvoltage protection. Additional protection functions should be confirmed against the final production specification before system design.
5. Designed for OEM Integration
Its integrated power supply and communication architecture offers an option for manufacturers developing PLC-enabled emergency lighting products and other intelligent lighting equipment.
6. Supports Intelligent Lighting Applications
PLC-based control can help system developers implement centralized monitoring and scheduled lighting strategies, subject to the capabilities of the connected controller, firmware and cloud platform.
- Specifications
- Safety Regulation Parameters
Working Temperature -20~60℃ Working Humidity 20~90RH Temperature Coefficient ±0.03% Output Cuurent 167 mA Constant-current Accuracy ±5% Output Voltage 36 V Output Power 6 W Input Voltage 180-265 VAC Input Current(typical value) 9.8 mA Frequency 47-60 Hz Power Factor >0.9 Protection Type
Short-circuit protection / Overvoltage protection
Maximum input voltage
<265VAC Insulation withstand voltage (input-to-output)
1500Vac 5mA（Max）
Insulation withstand voltage (input to ground)
1500Vac 5mA（Max）
Insulation withstand voltage (output to ground)
500Vdc
Insulation resistance (output to ground)
≥10MΩ
Insulation resistance (input to ground)
≥10MΩ
Insulation resistance (input to output)
≥10MΩ
Leakage current
< 0.7mA
Outline Dimension
Applications
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Emergency lighting system development
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PLC-enabled LED emergency luminaires
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Intelligent lighting control systems
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Industrial and commercial lighting equipment
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OEM lighting products requiring integrated power and communication
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Centralized lighting monitoring and management systems
Application suitability depends on the LED load, system architecture, required emergency operating modes and applicable safety standards.
How It Works in a PLC Lighting System
The driver supplies constant current to a compatible LED load and integrates PLC-IoT communication for data exchange over the power-line network. When connected to a compatible PLC gateway, the lighting device can participate in a centralized lighting management system.
A typical system may include:
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PLC LED driver: Provides power to the compatible LED load and supports PLC communication.
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PLC gateway or concentrator: Connects the power-line network to the management platform.
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Cloud management platform: Supports device monitoring, data visualization and configured control strategies.
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Emergency lighting system: Provides the required emergency functions through its appropriately designed and verified power source, controls and system architecture.
The actual emergency power supply arrangement, battery backup, emergency-mode switching and fault-monitoring functions must be determined by the complete system design.
Why Choose a PLC LED Driver?
Conventional lighting control systems may require separate communication wiring or rely on wireless links. PLC technology uses existing power lines as the communication medium, which can simplify communication infrastructure in suitable installations.
For OEMs developing intelligent emergency lighting products, integrating PLC communication into the driver can help reduce the number of separate communication components and provide a pathway to centralized monitoring. Actual installation savings and system performance depend on wiring topology, electrical noise, network design and compatibility with the PLC gateway.
FAQ
What is a PLC dimmable LED driver?
A PLC LED driver combines LED power conversion with Power Line Communication technology. In a compatible lighting system, it can communicate with a PLC gateway over existing power lines. Dimming functionality depends on the driver's supported control interface, firmware and system configuration.
