Mean Well ELG Series 24V DALI Dimmable LED Drivers (75W & 100W)

Mean Well ELG Series 24V DALI Dimmable LED Drivers — Engineered for UAE Climate

The Mean Well ELG-24DA Series is a professional-grade Constant Voltage + Constant Current (CV+CC) LED driver with native DALI dimming (IEC 62386). Designed for outdoor enclosures, landscape lighting, facade systems, and smart building projects across Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and the GCC, the ELG series survives conditions that destroy standard indoor drivers within months. Available in two output configurations — 75W (3.15A at 24V DC, 75.6W max) and 100W (4A at 24V DC, 96W max) — both operate from a universal 100~305VAC input at 47~63Hz, fully compatible with UAE DEWA and ADEWA grid standards. The IP67 sealed metal housing protects against dust, sand, and temporary water immersion. Case temperature ratings of -40°C to +85°C (ELG-75) and -40°C to +90°C (ELG-100) provide thermal headroom in UAE junction boxes that routinely exceed 70°C ambient in summer.

Why IP67 & Wide-Temperature Rating Matters in the UAE

Standard indoor drivers (IP20–IP54) fail within months in UAE outdoor enclosures. Heat buildup, dust infiltration, and humidity destroy capacitors. The ELG series solves this with:

• IP67 fully sealed metal housing: Dust-tight and protected against temporary water immersion (IEC 60529).
• Wide case temperature range: ELG-75 rated for -40°C to +85°C; ELG-100 rated for -40°C to +90°C — providing headroom in UAE summer junction boxes.
• Active PFC ≥0.95: Reduces DEWA reactive power charges and grid harmonics.
• Built-in protections: Short circuit, over current, over voltage, and over temperature protection with automatic recovery.

CV+CC Mode: Stable Output for Your LEDs

The ELG operates in CV+CC mode:

• Constant Voltage (CV): Maintains stable 24V for LED strips, linear modules, and parallel arrays.
• Constant Current (CC): Automatically limits output current if the load exceeds rating, preventing LED damage during overloads or short circuits.

This is critical for long cable runs common in UAE villa gardens and resort landscapes where voltage drop can cause current fluctuations.

DALI Dimming: Digital Control for UAE Projects

DALI (IEC 62386) is the global standard for digital lighting control. Unlike 0-10V analog which dims all fixtures together, DALI allows:

• Individual address control: Up to 64 unique addresses per DALI bus. Dim, switch, or schedule each driver independently.
• Group and scene programming: Create "Arrive," "Entertain," "Relax," and "Security" scenes via DALI master controller.
• Smart building integration: DALI gateways connect to KNX, BACnet, and Modbus — protocols used in Dubai smart building mandates.

The ELG-DA series supports DALI dimming from 8% to 100% of rated output (first step fixed at 8%). Output turns off when dimming input reaches minimum. Suitable for hospitality, commercial, and residential projects requiring smooth, flicker-free dimming.

Which Wattage Do You Need?

Application	Recommended	Calculation
LED strips (5m at 14.4W/m), cabinet lighting, signage	75W	14.4W/m × 5m = 72W → 75.6W driver
Garden bollards (4–6 units at 12W), small facade linear	75W or 100W	12W × 6 = 72W → 75W; 15W × 6 = 90W → 96W driver
Palm tree ring lights (2–3 × 28W units)	100W	28W × 3 = 84W → 96W driver (20% headroom)
Floodlight arrays, parking canopy, resort walkways	100W or 150W–240W	30W × 3 = 90W → 96W driver
DALI smart home / building automation	Either	Total load × 1.2 = minimum driver wattage

Never run a driver at 100% continuous load. Always apply a 1.2× safety factor.

Complete Technical Specifications

Specification	ELG-75-24DA	ELG-100-24DA
Rated Output Power	75.6W	96W
Output Voltage	24V DC (CV+CC mode)
Rated Output Current	3.15A	4A
Constant Current Region	12–24V	12–24V
Input Voltage	100~305VAC, 47~63Hz
Input Current (typ.)	0.7A / 115VAC; 0.45A / 230VAC	Per datasheet
Dimming Protocol	DALI (IEC 62386)
Dimming Range	8%–100% (first step fixed at 8%)
IP Rating	IP67
Case Temperature (Tc)	-40°C to +85°C	-40°C to +90°C
Power Factor	≥0.95 at 230VAC
Efficiency (Typ.)	Up to 90%	Up to 93%
No-Load Power	<0.5W
Dimensions (L×W×H)	180 × 63 × 35.5 mm	199 × 63 × 35.5 mm
Weight	0.8 kg	0.83 kg
Certifications	CE, ENEC, CB, UL
EMC	EMC compliant
Warranty	5 years (Mean Well)
Rated Lifespan	>50,000 hours (Tc ≤75°C)
SKU	MW-ELG-75-24DA	MW-ELG-100-24DA
Price (AED incl. VAT)	AED 165	AED 179

Installation Overview

1. Calculate load: Sum all 24V LED wattage. Multiply by 1.2. Select 75W or 100W above.
2. Mount: Install in ventilated outdoor enclosure using built-in chassis mount ears. Maintain clearance for airflow.
3. AC input: Wire L, N, PE to terminal block. Use 1.5mm² cable (<10m) or 2.5mm² (>10m).
4. DC output: Wire Vo+ and Vo- to LEDs. Use terminal block for multiple fixtures.
5. DALI bus: Connect DA+ and DA- (polarity-free). Max 64 addresses per bus. Use 1.5mm² twisted pair.
6. Commission: Power on. Use DALI master to assign addresses and program scenes.

⚠️ Licensed electrician required for AC wiring per DEWA and UAE Ministry of Energy regulations.

10-Year TCO: Mean Well vs Generic

Cost Factor	Mean Well ELG (90–93% eff.)	Generic Driver (85% eff.)
Purchase price (100W)	AED 179	AED 95–120
Annual energy waste (8 hrs/day)	≈ AED 18/year	≈ AED 52/year
Replacements in 10 years (UAE heat)	1×	3×
10-year total cost	AED 359	AED 805
Total Savings	AED 446+ per driver — pays for itself in 3 years

Why Buy from Newon?

• 100% genuine Mean Well — serial numbers verifiable at meanwell.com
• Same-day dispatch — Dubai stock, not 45-day China shipping
• Technical support — load calculations, wiring diagrams, DALI guidance via WhatsApp
• Bulk pricing — MEP contractor rates for projects

Related Mean Well Products

• LRS Series 12V & LRS Series 24V — Indoor IP20, budget-friendly
• LPV Series 24V — Outdoor IP67, non-dimming
• PWM Series 24V — 0-10V/PWM dimming
• PWM Series DALI-2 — 60W–200W
• ELG Series 150W–240W — Higher capacity DALI

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