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Product Description
x480W 12V or 24V weatherproof LED driver
This is a high-capacity LED driver - the power supply that sits between mains and low-voltage lighting. At this size it is feeding a substantial installation: a long perimeter run, a whole garden scheme, or a commercial length of strip that no smaller unit could carry. It takes mains power and converts it down to 12V or 24V DC.
It is rated to carry up to 480W of LED load. That figure is a ceiling, not a target - which matters more than it sounds.
At this capacity the driver is a piece of infrastructure. Where it sits, how it is ventilated and how it is reached are decisions worth making early, because a unit this size is neither easy to relocate nor cheap to replace in a hurry.
Working out what size you need
Add up the wattage of every fitting on the run, then choose a driver rated comfortably above that total. At this capacity the margin matters more, not less - a large driver carrying a large load generates real heat, and heat is what decides how long it lasts.
It is also worth asking whether one driver is the right answer at all. Splitting a big installation across two supplies costs a little more and buys something valuable: a fault takes out half the scheme instead of all of it, and each unit runs further from its limit.
⚠ This driver is made in both output voltages, and they are not interchangeable. Check which one your fittings need before ordering - the two look identical on the shelf and behave very differently on the run.
Where it can be installed
A driver this size needs somewhere deliberate outdoors - clear of standing water, off ground that floods, and with air around it. Weatherproof housings still shed heat, and one packed into a sealed cavity is being asked to do two jobs at once.
Weatherproof is not the same as submersible. Keep it out of standing water and off ground that floods, and mount it so water runs off rather than pooling on it.
Dimming
This is a fixed-output driver - it is not dimmable. Fitting a mains dimmer in front of it will not dim the lights, and can damage the driver.
If you want the lighting to dim, choose a dimmable driver instead. Dimming is decided by the driver, so it is not something that can be added later without changing this unit.
Installation
This is a Class I driver, which means it requires an earth connection. That is not optional, and it is part of what makes the installation compliant.
The mains side of a unit this size is licensed electrical work and is not a small job - it may want its own circuit, and that is worth establishing with the electrician before anything is ordered.
Ventilation stops being advice and becomes a requirement at this capacity. A large driver in a sealed cavity is a heat problem waiting to happen, and heat is the whole story of why power supplies fail early.
Leave it accessible and label it. On an installation large enough to need a driver this size, the person who eventually opens it up will not be the person who installed it.
Frequently asked questions
What does an LED driver actually do?
It converts mains down to the low-voltage DC that LED fittings run on, and holds that output steady across a large and varying load. Low-voltage lighting cannot be connected to mains directly.
How much lighting will 480W run?
Add up the wattage of the fittings you want to power - the total needs to stay under 480W, with room to spare. The wattage of each fitting is listed on its own specification.
Does the output voltage have to match my fittings?
Yes. This driver outputs 12V or 24V DC and the fittings must be rated for the same. Mixing them either leaves the lights dead or destroys them.
Can it be installed outside?
Yes - it is rated IP66 for outdoor use. Keep it clear of standing water and mount it so water drains off rather than sitting on it.
Can I dim it?
No - this is a fixed-output driver. Dimming has to be handled by a dimmable driver, so it cannot be added afterwards without replacing this unit.
Does it need an earth?
Yes. It is a Class I driver, so an earth connection is required.
Do I need an electrician?
Yes, for the mains side. Connecting a driver to mains is licensed electrical work in Australia.
What warranty does it carry?
3 Years*
Product Specifications
xSpecifications
| Type | LED driver - low-voltage power supply |
|---|---|
| Output voltage | 12V or 24V DC |
| Rated capacity | 480W maximum LED load |
| IP rating | IP66 - suitable for outdoor use |
| Dimming | No - fixed output |
| Protection class | Class I - earth required |
| Warranty | 3 Years* |
Variant specifications
| Part number | Output | Rated capacity | IP rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| HV9658-12V480W | 12V DC | 480W | IP66 |
| HV9658-24V480W | 24V DC | 480W | IP66 |
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xWarranties, Return & Refund Policy
xWarranties
For all warranty claims please ensure you have your proof of purchase at hand, an invoice from your electrician from the installation and check the faulty product is within the applicable warranty period. Warranty is replacement only.
Lights For You is not responsible for damages caused by unprofessional installation, modified products or manipulated by the customer or by any other person not authorised by the manufacturer; as well as by improper use, manipulation and/or short circuits, apparent signs of improper treatment.
Faulty items: lodge warranty directly with the brand (manufacturer). Keep proof of purchase.
Damaged or Missing Items
Notification of any damages or missing items must be received by Lights For You within seven (7) days of receipt of the product. Please email photos to ashfield@lightsforyou.com.au.
If the product is to be repaired or replaced, it must correspond to the one originally sent by Lights For You and the customer must include the delivery note and/or invoice.
Returns
Change of Mind Returns
- Customers who wish to return a product due to a change of mind or cancelled order may do so within thirty (30) days of receipt.
- The customer is responsible for the shipping costs for a change of mind return, irrespective of any free, discounted or any other type of shipping promotion that may have been applicable at the time of your order. This includes any costs you incur for us shipping the product to you in the first place and the cost of shipping the product back to us.
Lodge a Return
You must lodge a return request via the below request form.
Excluded from Change of Mind
- Clearance items
- Discontinued items
- Globes
- Custom items
- Made to Order (incl. custom cut profiles & LED strips)
- Lamp shades
- T4 fluorescent tubes
- Gift cards
Credits will be issued in the form of store credit or gift voucher and will be equal to the price paid for the product minus the cost of shipping. Store credit vouchers are valid for six months from the date of issuance.
Our Rights
We reserve the right to refuse a return in cases where we cannot be reasonably satisfied that you purchased the product from us or where we are not responsible for the damage in accordance with our Faults & damages policy.
Cancellations
Customers who wish to cancel all or part of an order due to change of mind or incorrectly ordered may do subject to cancelling in within 12 hours, during business hours from time of purchase. Once products have been shipped, you cannot cancel them.
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- Restocking fee: 20% will apply unless otherwise stated, or unless another order of equal or greater value is placed in lieu of this re-stocking fee.
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Credit: will be issued in the form of store credit and will be equal to the price paid.
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