New 200 watt vero 29 build

frica

frica

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So if I understand correctly the HLG-185H-C needs the heatsink grounded since it's class 1?

Edit:My sockets of the grow room don't have a ground/earth either way, they're 2 pin
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ReddEyez

ReddEyez

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robincnn said:
I ended up going with the HLP80H open driver.
It works fine in enclosed designs as long as properly grounded. The connector and mounting the driver is also not easy.
Class 2 drivers are easy to mount and safer if you have open frame design.
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That one looks good Robincnn, thanks for sharing. Im still pretty new at this so im just gonna keep it simple and spend the money i guess. Peace of mind and my safety is alot more important than saving a few bucks. I can wait another week. Thanks for the lesson on earthing Stardustsailor. Good luck on your project Dr.StickyFingers. Take care everbody.
 
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bvolt

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robincnn said:
@stardustsailor
just read meanwell pdf. All drivers including HLP are class 2.
class 1 exceptions are hlg 150,185 and higher and some high power HVG
i wonder what is 'class 2 pass LPS' for HLP series
sorry i assumed hlp is class 1 previously

@Dr.StickyFingers
You can daisy chain 2x wago 5 pin to make a 10 pin with 8 usable points.
Your design and power supply is good too.
Sorry did not mean to highjack ur thread. Thought i will ask sds about hlp series since we were talking about class 1 drivers.
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Hey Robin - do you know what the deal is with these HVG drivers? Is it just the increased input voltage capacity or is it a more efficient driver than the HLG series?
 
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