Tridonic 89801088 EMpLED BASIC CLE 232 C LiFePO4 14W – Combined Emergency Lighting LED Driver

89801088 Technical Data

Rated supply voltage 220 – 240 V
AC voltage range 198 – 264 V
Mains frequency 50 / 60 Hz
U-OUT (including open- / short-circuit and double load) 48 V
Overvoltage protection 320 V (for 1 h)
Rated duration 3 h
Min. forward voltage 31 V
Max. forward voltage 40 V
Starting time (at 230 V, 50 Hz, full load) 250 ms
Switchover time from mains to emergency operation < 75 ms
Switchover time from emergency to mains operation < 300 ms
Ambient temperature ta 0 … +55 °C
Max. casing temperature tc 85 °C
Dimensions L x W x H 123 x 79 x 31 mm
Type of protection IP20
Lifetime up to 100,000 h

89801088 Standards

EN 55015
EN 61000-3-2
EN 61000-3-3
EN 61347-1
EN 61347-2-13
EN 61547
EN 62384
EN 61347-2-7
according to EN 60598-2-22
according to EN 50172

Glow-wire test

according to EN 61347-1 with increased temperature of 850 °C passed

Insulation and electric strength testing of luminaires

Electronic LED-Drivers can be damaged by high voltage. This has to be considered during the routine testing of the luminaires in production.

According to IEC 60598-1 Annex Q (informative only!) or ENEC 303-Annex A, each luminaire should be submitted to an insulation test with 500VDC for 1 second. This test voltage should be connected between the interconnected phase and neutral terminals and the earth terminal. The insulation resistance must be at least 2 MΩ.

As an alternative, IEC 60598-1 Annex Q describes a test of the electrical strength with 1,500VAC (or 1,414 x 1,500VDC). To avoid damage to the electronic devices this test must not be conducted.

89801088 Thermal details and lifetime

The relation of tc to ta temperature depends also on the luminaire design. If the measured tc temperature is approx. 5 K below tc max., ta temperature should be checked and eventually critical components (e.g. ELCAP) measured. Detailed information on request.

89801088 Installation / wiring

89801088 Wiring type and cross section

Solid wire with a cross section of 0.5 – 1.5 mm². Strip 8 – 9 mm of insulation from the cables to ensure perfect operation of terminals

89801088 Installation instruction

Max. torque for the mounting screws: 0.5 Nm / M4.

You must make sure that the LED is connected with the correct polarity. LEDs that are connected to EM powerLED should have polarity reversal protection such as a Schottky diode. There may be irreversible damage if the LED is connected with the wrong polarity. The protection device must be capable of handling a load of more than 700 mA.

89801088 Wiring guidelines

• The LED terminals, battery and indicator LED terminals are classified as SELV (output voltage < 60 V DC). Keep the wiring of the input terminals separated from the wiring of the SELV classified terminals or consider special wiring (double insulation, 6 mm creepage and clearance) when these connections should be kept SELV.

• The output to the LED is DC but has high frequency content, which should be considered for good EMC compliance.

• LED leads should be separated from the mains connections and wiring for good EMC performance.

• Maximum lead length on the LED terminals is 3 m. For a good EMC performance keep the LED wiring as short as possible.

• The secondary wires (LED module) should be routed in parallel to ensure good EMC performance.

• Maximum lead length for the Indicator LED connection is 1 m. The Indicator LED wiring should be separated from the LED leads to prevent noise coupling.

• Battery leads are specified with 0.5 mm cross section and a length of 0.8 m

• To avoid the damage of the control gear, the wiring must be protected against short circuits to earth (sharp edged metal parts, metal cable clips, louver, etc.) To ensure that a luminaire containing LED emergency units complies with EN 55015 for radio frequency conducted interference in both normal and emergency mode it is essential to follow good practice in the wiring layout.

Within the luminaire the switched and unswitched 50Hz supply wiring must be routed as short as possible and be kept as far away as possible from the LED leads. Through wiring may affect the EMC performance of the luminaire.

Maximum lead length

LED 3 m (6 m loop)1
Status indication LED 1 m
Batteries 0.8 m

89801088 Mechanical values

89801088 Housing properties

Casing manufactured from polycarbonate.
Type of protection: IP20
Max. torque at the mounting screws: 0.5 Nm / M4

89801088 Mechanical data accessories

LED status indicator
• Green
• Mounting hole 6.5 mm diameter, 1 – 1.6 mm thickness
• Lead length 0.3 m / 0.6 m / 1.0 m
• Insulation rating: 90 °C

Battery connection
• Plug connection 0.3 m
• Extension 0.5 m

89801088 Functions

Short-circuit behaviour

In case of a short-circuit at the LED output the LED output is switched off. After restart of the LED Driver the output will be activated again.
The restart can be done via mains reset.

 No-load operation

The LED Driver will not be damaged in no-load operation. The output will be deactivated and is therefore free of voltage. If a LED load is connected the device has to be restarted before the output will be activated again.

Electrical values

89801088 Functions

Short-circuit behaviour
In case of a short-circuit at the LED output the LED output is switched off. After restart of the LED Driver the output will be activated again. The restart can be done via mains reset.

No-load operation

The LED Driver will not be damaged in no-load operation. The output will be deactivated and is therefore free of voltage. If a LED load is connected the device has to be restarted before the output will be activated again.

Status indication LED

System status is indicated by a green LED.

Safety

Note: LiFeGuard ensures safe and reliable battery operation by offering a comprehensive three-layered safety system. It addresses the cell, battery pack and emergency driver.

Deep discharge protection

When the battery remains connected without charging for a long period of time after the battery cut off of the driver the battery voltage can still drop. To make sure the cells are not damaged by this voltage drop, the battery protection prevents the battery from further discharge below 2.0 V.

Overcharge protection

If in case of an error or the use of a wrong driver the battery gets overcharged the battery protection will disconnect the battery from the driver at a voltage of 3.9 V. A discharge of the battery is still possible after the protection circuit was triggered to guarantee emergency operation.

Short-circuit protection

In case of a short circuit the battery protection opens the connection to the driver and the output is therefore free of voltage. The output will be reactivated again when the short circuit is removed.

Temperature protection

The battery is protected against temporary thermal overheating. If the temperature limit is exceeded the further charging of the battery is no longer possible. The temperature protection is activated below approx. 0 °C and above approx. +60 °C.

The discharging of the battery is still possible to guarantee emergency operation. The charging is automatically activated when the temperature is within the range of 0 to 60°C again.

Wiring batteries

To inhibit inverter operation disconnect the batteries by removing the connection at battery side.
For further informations refer to corresponding battery datasheet

Storage, installation and commissioning

Relevant information about storage conditions, installation and commissioning are provided in the battery datasheets.

Miscellaneous

Battery replacement

After a battery replacement and a subsequent full charge cycle (24 h) a duration test is mandatory to prove that with the new battery the rated duration is achieved.

Mains-connected transformers

The EM powerLED does not contain mains-connected windings of transformers.

Storage conditions

Humidity: 5 % up to max. 85 %, not condensed (max. 56 days/year at 85 %)
Storage temperature: -40 °C up to max. +80 °C

The devices have to be within the specified temperature range (ta) before they are operated.

Combined emergency LED drivers (or “all-in-one” drivers) integrate standard LED operation, battery charging, and emergency power backup into a single unit. They automatically switch to battery power during outages, providing typically 90+ minutes of illumination to ensure safety code compliance. These systems simplify installation, reduce costs, and are ideal for retrofitting existing fixtures.

Key Features and Benefits

Integrated Design: Combines the AC driver (for normal operation) and the emergency battery pack into one enclosure, simplifying wiring.

Emergency Functionality: Provides constant power to LEDs (often 6W-20W) during power failures, typically for 90 to 180 minutes.

Compatibility: Works with various LED fixtures, including downlights and panels, often featuring auto-sensing voltage (e.g., 12V-90V DC).

Maintenance & Safety: Includes automatic testing (IEC 62034 compliant) to ensure functionality, with battery status indicators.

Battery Options: Supports various rechargeable batteries, including Nickel-Cadmium (NiCd), Nickel-Metal Hydride (NiMH), and Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiPO4).

Typical Applications

Commercial & Industrial: Emergency lighting in offices, warehouses, and factories.

Retrofit Projects: Ideal for replacing old, inefficient lighting with new LED systems that require code-compliant backup.

Emergency Lighting: Essential for emergency exits, pathways, and stairwells.

Installation Considerations

Charging: Requires a minimum of 24 hours to fully charge the battery for proper functionality.

Wiring: Standard practice includes a test switch to verify operation.

Output: Ensures a consistent emergency lumen output even as the battery voltage drops.

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