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MEAN WELL LED Driver, 12 V Output, 60 W Output, 800 mA DALI

MEAN WELL LED Driver, 12 V Output, 60 W Output, 800 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 184-3080

Brand MEAN WELL

  • LED Driver Type: LED Driver
  • Maximum Output Power: 60W
  • Series: PWM-60

AED 259.42

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Osram LED Driver, 12/54 V Output, 27 W Output, 700 mA DALI

Osram LED Driver, 12/54 V Output, 27 W Output, 700 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 893-0502

Brand Osram

  • Dimming Operation: DALI
  • Input Voltage: 176 → 276 V dc, 198 → 264 V ac
  • Number of Outputs: 1

AED 223.86

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Recom RELV4-16 Power Supply LED Driver for use with DALI Digital Lighting Control Bus RELV4-16

Recom RELV4-16 Power Supply LED Driver for use with DALI Digital Lighting Control Bus RELV4-16

RS Stock No. 903-9943

Brand Recom

  • Input Voltage: 90 → 264 V
  • Output Current: 200mA
  • Standards Met: CE, RoHS Compliant

AED 236.27

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Osram LED Driver, 3W 240 V

Osram LED Driver, 3W 240 V

RS Stock No. 212-2121

Brand Osram

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Maximum Supply Voltage: 240V
  • Series: DALI

AED 492.21

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Osram LED Driver 230 V

Osram LED Driver 230 V

RS Stock No. 211-1436

Brand Osram

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Distrelec Product Id: 30197884
  • Maximum Supply Voltage: 230V

AED 628.99

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Recom RELI-DA01/R Dali to Analogue Interface LED Driver for use with AC/DC LED Drivers RELI-DA01/R

Recom RELI-DA01/R Dali to Analogue Interface LED Driver for use with AC/DC LED Drivers RELI-DA01/R

RS Stock No. 811-7355

Brand Recom

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Operation: Constant Current
  • Voltage Rating: 290V ac

AED 345.81

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MEAN WELL DA-Type(DALI Control), 24 V Output, 120 W Output, 5 A 10V PWM, DALI

MEAN WELL DA-Type(DALI Control), 24 V Output, 120 W Output, 5 A 10V PWM, DALI

RS Stock No. 014-9450

Brand MEAN WELL

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Dimming Operation: 10V PWM, DALI
  • Terminal Type: Wire

AED 437.72

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Osram IT DALI 40/220-240/1A0 E, 29/57 V Output, 40 W Output, 350 to 1050 mA AstroDIM / DALI-2

Osram IT DALI 40/220-240/1A0 E, 29/57 V Output, 40 W Output, 350 to 1050 mA AstroDIM / DALI-2

RS Stock No. 032-7671

Brand Osram

  • Maximum Output Power: 40W
  • Power Dissipation: 6.5W
  • Super Section: LED Lighting Components

AED 256.66

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RND DALI 2 & Push Dimmable, 24 V Output, 100 W Output, 4.17 A DALI & Push dimming

RND DALI 2 & Push Dimmable, 24 V Output, 100 W Output, 4.17 A DALI & Push dimming

RS Stock No. 049-1968

Brand RND

  • Input Voltage: 100/277 V
  • Operating Modes: Constant Voltage
  • Primary Type: LED Driver

AED 370.70

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MEAN WELL DA-Type(DALI Control), 24 V Output, 120 W Output, 5 A 10V PWM, DALI

MEAN WELL DA-Type(DALI Control), 24 V Output, 120 W Output, 5 A 10V PWM, DALI

RS Stock No. 014-9448

Brand MEAN WELL

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/electronic-components-power-connectors/displays-optoelectronics/led-lighting-components/led-drivers
  • Input Voltage: 90/305 V
  • Input Voltage Type: AC/DC

AED 4.140.10

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Osram LED Driver, 300 V Output, 150 W Output, 1 A DALI / TouchDIM / TouchDIM Sensor

Osram LED Driver, 300 V Output, 150 W Output, 1 A DALI / TouchDIM / TouchDIM Sensor

RS Stock No. 212-2155

Brand Osram

  • Maximum Output Power: 150W
  • Output Current: 1A
  • Series: Oti-DALI

AED 338.90

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eldoLED LED Driver, 12 to 28 V Output, 224 W Output, 8 A DALI

eldoLED LED Driver, 12 to 28 V Output, 224 W Output, 8 A DALI

RS Stock No. 233-1434

Brand eldoLED

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • LED Driver Type: LED Driver
  • Output Voltage: 12 → 28V

AED 574.33

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Osram LED Driver, 24 V Output, 80 W Output, 3.3 A DALI

Osram LED Driver, 24 V Output, 80 W Output, 3.3 A DALI

RS Stock No. 236-8685

Brand Osram

  • Driver Current: 3.3 A
  • Maximum Output Power: 80W
  • Primary Type: AC-DC

AED 524.96

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Osram LED Driver, 12/48 V Output, 240 W Output, 5 A DALI

Osram LED Driver, 12/48 V Output, 240 W Output, 5 A DALI

RS Stock No. 236-8686

Brand Osram

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/electronic-components-power-connectors/displays-optoelectronics/led-lighting-components/led-drivers
  • Maximum Output Power: 240W
  • Primary Type: DC-DC

AED 351.66

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RS PRO LED Driver, 26/52 V Output, 20 W Output, 350 mA DALI

RS PRO LED Driver, 26/52 V Output, 20 W Output, 350 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 176-6752

Brand RS Pro

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Configuration: Enclosed
  • Mount Type: Screw

AED 99.93

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Osram LED Driver, 20/54 V Output, 80 W Output, 1.55 A DALI

Osram LED Driver, 20/54 V Output, 80 W Output, 1.55 A DALI

RS Stock No. 171-1602

Brand Osram

  • Output Voltage: 20/54 V
  • Power Dissipation: 8.5W
  • Terminal Type: Push-in

AED 7.703.84

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Osram LED Driver, 15/54 V Output, 55 W Output, 1.4 A DALI

Osram LED Driver, 15/54 V Output, 55 W Output, 1.4 A DALI

RS Stock No. 893-0514

Brand Osram

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/electronic-components-power-connectors/displays-optoelectronics/led-lighting-components/led-drivers
  • Configuration: Sealed

AED 268.97

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Osram LED Driver, 15/50 V Output, 18 W Output, 1050 mA DALI

Osram LED Driver, 15/50 V Output, 18 W Output, 1050 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 201-7323

Brand Osram

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/electronic-components-power-connectors/displays-optoelectronics/led-lighting-components/led-drivers
  • Dimming Operation: DALI
  • LED Driver Type: LED Driver

AED 181.39

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Osram LED Driver, 240 V Output, 75 W Output, 500 mA DALI

Osram LED Driver, 240 V Output, 75 W Output, 500 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 212-2129

Brand Osram

  • Dimmable: Yes
  • Maximum Output Power: 75W
  • Output Current: 500mA

AED 167.40

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Osram LED Driver, 24 V Output, 80 W Output, 3.3 A DALI

Osram LED Driver, 24 V Output, 80 W Output, 3.3 A DALI

RS Stock No. 223-1611

Brand Osram

  • Category: LED Drivers
  • Output Current: 390mA
  • Series: OTI DALI

AED 613.49

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eldoLED LED Driver, 2/40 V Output, 20 W Output, 1050 mA DALI

eldoLED LED Driver, 2/40 V Output, 20 W Output, 1050 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 233-1432

Brand eldoLED

  • Dimmable: Yes
  • Operation: Constant Current
  • Section Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/category/electronic-components-power-connectors/displays-optoelectronics

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Osram LED Driver, 15/54 V Output, 55 W Output, 1400 mA DALI

Osram LED Driver, 15/54 V Output, 55 W Output, 1400 mA DALI

RS Stock No. 236-8682

Brand Osram

  • Category Link: https://ae.rsdelivers.com/browse/electronic-components-power-connectors/displays-optoelectronics/led-lighting-components/led-drivers
  • Dimming Operation: DALI
  • LED Voltage: 198/264 V ac

AED 360.98

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eldoLED LED Driver, 12 to 28 V Output, 224 W Output, 8 A DALI

eldoLED LED Driver, 12 to 28 V Output, 224 W Output, 8 A DALI

RS Stock No. 233-1433

Brand eldoLED

  • Driver Current: 8 A
  • Section: Displays & Optoelectronics
  • Super Section: LED Lighting Components

AED 520.12

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eldoLED LED Driver, 12 to 28 V Output, 224 W Output, 8 A DALI

eldoLED LED Driver, 12 to 28 V Output, 224 W Output, 8 A DALI

RS Stock No. 233-1435

Brand eldoLED

  • Configuration: Enclosed
  • Maximum Output Power: 224W
  • Operating Modes: Constant Voltage

AED 520.12

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What is a DALI LED driver?

A DALI LED driver is a dedicated constant-current power supply that communicates on a digital DALI (digital addressable lighting interface) bus to control one or more LED circuits. It converts mains AC power into a stable DC current for LEDs and accepts control signals from a DALI controller or lighting management system. Key features often include DALI-2 compatibility, dimming control, scene setting, and group addressing. DALI LED drivers are designed for reliable, flicker-free operation in architectural, commercial, and industrial LED lighting installations, enabling precise brightness, color consistency, and energy management.
  • Common terms you’ll see: dali led driver, dali driver, dali-2 driver, digital addressable lighting interface, LED driver, constant current LED driver.
  • Typical use cases: office lighting, retail display lighting, hotels, museums, and outdoor signage with indoor control integration.

How does a DALI LED driver differ from a standard LED driver?

A standard LED driver primarily powers LEDs with a fixed or adjustable current, but it does not provide digital communication. A DALI LED driver adds a two-way digital interface that allows a DALI controller or building management system to address, dim, group, and scene-set individual drivers or groups of drivers. This makes it possible to implement complex lighting scenes, occupancy-based controls, daylight harvesting, and centralized commissioning. In short, DALI LED drivers behave like smart lighting components, while regular LED drivers are power-supply modules with limited or no control.
  • Control: DALI bus enables addressable control, whereas standard drivers respond only to manual dimming or fixed output.
  • Interoperability: DALI-2 certification ensures compatibility across brands and devices; non-DALI drivers may not interoperate on a single control network.
  • Networking: DALI supports scene memory, groups, and individual addressing, useful for large or multi-zone installations.

What is DALI-2 and why is it important for LED luminaires?

DALI-2 is the enhanced version of the original DALI standard, designed to improve interoperability and reliability in professional lighting installations. It standardizes device types (drivers, sensors, controllers), provides tested profiles, and ensures that different manufacturers’ components work together on the same DALI network. For LED drivers, DALI-2 compliance means seamless integration with occupancy sensors, daylight sensors, switch modules, and building management systems, reducing commissioning time and improving energy efficiency.
  • Interoperability: DALI-2 lets you mix devices from different brands without compatibility issues.
  • Certification: Look for DALI-2 certification on the product datasheet for confidence in performance.
  • Features: DALI-2 supports precise dimming, scene control, and address assignment critical to modern lighting controls.

How do I choose the right DALI LED driver for my project?

Selecting the right DALI LED driver involves matching electrical and control requirements with the lighting design. Start by determining the LED string current (mA) and forward voltage, then choose a driver that can deliver that current reliably across the LED voltage range. Consider DALI-2 compatibility, input voltage range, and available output current options. Also assess protection features (short-circuit, overcurrent, overvoltage, thermal) and efficiency ratings to meet energy standards.
  • Current and voltage: 350–1050 mA is common for individual LED strings; ensure the driver supports the LED array’s voltage range.
  • Control features: determine required dimming range, scene capabilities, and whether 1-10 V or DALI control is needed in addition to DALI.
  • Installation: check enclosure size, mounting method, cooling, and IP rating for the environment (indoor, damp, or outdoor shaded areas).
  • Standards: look for CE, RoHS, and DALI-2 certifications to ensure compliance and reliability.

How do I wire a DALI LED driver on a DALI bus?

Wiring a DALI LED driver on a DALI bus is straightforward but requires careful attention to the DALI topology and mains safety. Connect the mains input (L, N, and earth) to the driver according to the datasheet. The LED output terminals connect to the LED string or module. The DALI control lines (DALI+ and DALI−) from the controller or DALI gateway join the driver’s DALI input. Ensure the DALI bus is correctly powered and terminated if required, and assign a unique address to the driver via the DALI controller.
  • Power: ensure the mains is within the driver’s specified input range (for example 120–277 VAC or 230 VAC nominal).
  • Bus topology: daisy-chain DALI devices; avoid star configurations that can create signal integrity issues.
  • Addressing: use the DALI controller to assign a unique device address and include the driver in appropriate groups or scenes.

What are common applications for DALI LED drivers?

DALI LED drivers are ideal for commercial, public, and institutional lighting projects where centralized control, energy efficiency, and flexible scene setting matter. Typical applications include office lighting with zoned controls, education facilities with occupancy-based dimming, retail stores requiring dynamic ambience, hospitals needing low-glare fixtures, and museums or galleries that require precise color and scene management.
  • Commercial offices
  • Educational campuses
  • Hospitality and hospitality corridors
  • Retail displays and showrooms
  • Architecture and feature lighting with tunable white options

Are DALI LED drivers compatible with other lighting controls and sensors?

Yes. DALI LED drivers are designed to work within a DALI-2 ecosystem and can coexist with occupancy sensors, daylight sensors, and daylight harvesting systems from multiple manufacturers. They also integrate with building management systems (BMS) and lighting control systems via the DALI gateway, enabling coordinated energy management, scheduling, and remote monitoring. When selecting products, verify DALI-2 certification and verify compatibility with the intended control devices.
  • Occupancy sensors
  • Daylight sensors
  • DALI gateways and BMS interfaces
  • Scene controllers and grouping modules

What about efficiency, flicker, and thermal performance of DALI LED drivers?

DALI LED drivers are designed to be highly efficient, typically in the 85–97% range, depending on current, load, and operating temperature. A well-designed DALI system minimizes flicker by maintaining a stable current and using high-quality components. Thermal management is essential; many drivers include thermal shut-off, over-temperature protection, and heat sinking to prevent performance degradation. For sensitive installations, look for low-flicker ratings and compliant EMI/RFI performance.
  • Flicker-free operation for office and educational environments
  • Thermal protection and derating curves for long life
  • EMI/RFI compliance to meet regulatory standards

What protections are included in DALI LED drivers?

DALI LED drivers include a suite of protections to safeguard LEDs and control gear. Common protections are short-circuit protection, overcurrent protection on the LED output, overvoltage protection, surge protection, and thermal protection. Many drivers also feature safe shutdown on fault, dimming ramp rate control, and bus fault tolerance to maintain lighting quality even when a DALI channel is interrupted.
  • LED string short-circuit and open-circuit protection
  • Overcurrent, overvoltage, and surge protection
  • Thermal protection and derating
  • Bus fault handling and safe startup

What should I consider when commissioning DALI LED drivers in a building?

Commissioning a DALI LED driver-heavy installation involves device addressing, group and scene setup, and calibration of light levels across zones. Plan the DALI topology, assign unique addresses to drivers, organize devices into groups for common control, and create scenes to meet design criteria. Document device types, locations, and wiring diagrams for future maintenance. Regularly verify dimming performance, response time, and energy savings reports from the control system.
  • Document device addresses and group assignments
  • Test all dimming, scene, and response times
  • Validate environmental conditions and thermal management
  • Ensure compatibility with existing controllers or BMS

Why choose RS Components for DALI LED drivers?

RS Components offers a broad range of DALI LED drivers from leading manufacturers, with detailed datasheets, performance specifications, and application notes to help engineering teams select the right component. The catalogue includes DALI-2 certified drivers, constant-current options, and a variety of input voltages, current ratings, and packaging styles suitable for commercial, industrial, and architectural lighting projects. RS Components also provides technical support, quick-ship availability, and integration with design and procurement workflows.
  • Wide selection of dali led driver options from multiple brands
  • Comprehensive datasheets, thermal and efficiency specs
  • Certified DALI-2 products for reliable interoperability
  • Support resources, spec comparisons, and procurement tools