One Lux OLU350/500/3/M3 – Limited Stock

OLU350/500/3/M3 Technical Data

Input Supply Voltage 230V +/- 10%
Supply Frequency 50/60 Hz
Output Voltage of the Range 12- 55Vdc
Operating Ambient Temperature 0°C – 50°C
Battery Temperature Range 0°C – 55°C
IP Rating IP20
Battery NCD34SS/JST3

Combo LED emergency modules (or kits) are specialized battery-backed power components designed to convert standard LED luminaires into emergency lights. These modules operate in the event of a power cut, providing illumination for a mandatory period (typically 3 hours) to allow for safe evacuation or continued operation in buildings.

Key Features of Combo LED Emergency Drivers

Dual Functionality: Replaces the standard driver and adds an emergency module, simplifying installation in fixtures like batten mounts, downlights, and panels.

Automatic Operation: Detects power failure and immediately switches to the backup battery.

Battery Types: Often utilize long-life Lithium (LiFePO4) or NiMH batteries to provide hours of emergency illumination.

Compliance: Meet life safety codes for emergency lighting, ensuring exit paths remain lit.

Self-Testing: Many modern units feature self-test modes, compliant with standards like IEC 62034, which check battery capacity and light output automatically.

Maintained/Non-Maintained: Can be configured to be always on (maintained) or to turn on only during a power failure (non-maintained).

Common Applications

• Indoor and outdoor egress lighting.
• Recessed troffers, downlights, and strip lights.
• Damp-proof combo battens.
• Modernized commercial settings requiring self-contained emergency systems.

NiCd (Nickel-Cadmium) batteries are historically the standard for emergency lighting, favored for their robustness, ability to withstand high temperatures (up to 55°C–60°C), and reliable high-current output. They offer 3–4 year lifespans, fast 3.5-hour recharge times, and are ideal for compact emergency fixtures. However, they are increasingly replaced by Lithium (LiFePO4) due to environmental hazards and memory effects.

Key Characteristics in Emergency Lighting:

Temperature Tolerance: Excellent performance in high-temperature environments, often found in ceiling voids or enclosed luminaires (up to 60°C).
Fast Charging/High Output: Capable of high-rate discharge and rapid recharging, ensuring lights are ready for immediate re-use.

NiMH (Nickel-Metal Hydride) batteries are increasingly popular in emergency lighting, offering higher energy density and a greener alternative to traditional NiCd batteries, making them ideal for compact fixtures. They typically offer a 3-4 year service life, providing reliable power during outages, though they are more temperature-sensitive than Lithium-ion alternatives.

Key Aspects of NiMH in Emergency Lighting:

Performance: They offer 30-50% higher energy density than NiCd, allowing more compact battery packs for exit signs and emergency lighting.
Environmental Friendliness: Unlike NiCd, NiMH batteries are free of toxic cadmium, aiding in compliance with environmental regulations like RoHS.
Lifespan & Cycling: Generally designed for hundreds of deep discharge cycles, with a typical maintenance cycle of 3-4 years.

Established in 2008 in the UK, One-LUX provides dependable and affordable lighting and energy saving solutions to the International lighting market.

Engaging with a variety of diverse sectors, our extensive product range can be found in emergency lighting, security systems, and the renewables industries.

One-LUX is a forward-thinking, customer-centric business – our customers are at the heart of everything we do, and innovation of the latest technologies are what we strive to deliver, whilst ensuring a unique and user-friendly solution.