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Mean Well PWM-90-36 Power Supply 90W 36V - Dimmable 2.5A

PWM style outputfully isolated plastic caseIP67Class II design without FGbuilt-in 3 in 1 dimming
SKU PWM-90-36
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Overview

PWM-90-36 is the 36V output model of this series: rated current 2.5A, rated power 90W, typical efficiency 90.5%.

PWM-90 series is a 90W LED AC/DC LED driver featuring the constant voltage mode with PWM style output, which is able to maintain the brightness homogeneity when driving all kinds of LED strips.PWM-90 operates from 90~305VAC and offers models with different rated voltage ranging between 12V and 48V. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 90.5%, with the fanless design, the entire series is able to operate for -40℃ ~ +85℃ case temperature under free air convection. The entire series is rated with IP67 ingress protection level and is suitable to work for dry, damp or wet locations. PWM-90 is equipped with dimming function that varies the duty cycle of the output, providing great flexibility for LED strips applications.

Features

  • Constant Voltage PWM style output
  • Emergency lighting application is available according to IEC61347-2-13
  • Built-in active PFC function and class II design
  • Class 2 power unit(except PWM-90-12)
  • No load power consumption <0.5W
  • Fully encapsulated with IP67 level
  • Function: 3 in 1 dimming (dim-to-off); DALI-2
  • Minimum dimming level 0.2% for DALI-2 type
  • Typical lifet ime>50000 hours and 5 years warranty

Specifications

PWM-90-36Specifications from the official datasheet (2026-07-08 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
36V
RATED CURRENT
2.5A
RATED POWER
90W
DIMMING RANGE
0 ~ 100%
PWM FREQUENCY (Typ.)
1.47kHz for Blank-Type, 2.5kHz for DA2-Type
SETUP, RISE TIMENote.2 Note.9
500ms, 80ms/ 115VAC or 230VAC
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
16ms/115VAC or 230VAC

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGENote.3
90 ~ 305VAC 127 ~ 431VDC (Please refer to "STATIC CHARACTERISTIC" section)
FREQUENCY RANGE
47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
PF>0.98/115VAC, PF>0.96/230VAC, PF>0.92/277VAC @ full load (Please refer to "POWER FACTOR (PF) CHARACTERISTIC" section)
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
THD< 20%(@load≧60%/115VAC, 230VAC; @load≧75%/277VAC) (Please refer to “TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION” section)
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
90.5%
AC CURRENT (Typ.)
0.95A / 115VAC 0.5A / 230VAC 0.4A / 277VAC
INRUSH CURRENT (Typ.)
COLD START 60A(twidth=550 μs measured at 50% Ipeak) at 230VAC; Per NEMA 410
MAX. NO. of PSUs on 16A CIRCUIT BREAKER
3 units (circuit breaker of type B) / 6 units (circuit breaker of type C) at 230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT
<0.25mA / 277VAC
NO LOAD POWER CONSUMPTION
<0.5W

PROTECTION

OVERLOAD
108 ~ 130% rated output power Hiccup mode, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
SHORT CIRCUIT
Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover(except for DA2-type) Hiccup mode,recovers automatically after fault condition is removed (only for DA2-type)
OVER VOLTAGE
41 ~ 46V Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover
OVER TEMPERATURE
Shut down o/p voltage, re-power on to recover

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
Tcase=-40 ~ +85℃ (Please refer to “ OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE” section)
MAX. CASE TEMP.
Tcase=+85℃
WORKING HUMIDITY
20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-40 ~ +80℃, 10 ~ 95% RH
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 50℃)
VIBRATION
10 ~ 500Hz, 5G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDSNote.5
UL8750, CSA C22.2 No. 250.13-12; ENEC BS EN/EN61347-1, BS EN/EN61347-2-13 independent, BS EN/EN62384, IP67,BIS IS 15885(Part2/Sec13)(for 12,24,48 Blank and DA2 Type), EAC TP TC 004,GB/T19510.1, GB/T19510.213 approved; Design refer to BS EN/EN60335-1;According to BS EN/EN61347-2-13 appendix J suitable for emergency installations(EL)(AC Input: 100-240Vac)(for DA2-Type only)
DALI STANDARDS
IEC62386-101, 102, 207,251 for DA2-Type only,Device type 6(DT6)
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
I/P-O/P:3.75KVAC; I/P-DA:1.5KVAC; O/P-DA:1.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE
I/P-O/P:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSIONNote.6
Compliance to BS EN/EN55015, BS EN/EN61000-3-2 Class C (@load≧60%) ; BS EN/EN61000-3-3,GB/T 17743, GB17625.1;EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY
Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11; BS EN/EN61547, light industry level (surge immunity Line-Line 2KV), EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
2394.5K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332 (Bellcore) ; 224.2K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION
171*63*37.5mm (L*W*H)
PACKING
0.77Kg; 18pcs/14.9Kg/0.97CUFT

Certifications & ratings

AC Input
100-240Vac (for DA2-Type only)
Test conditions and notes9
  1. 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated current and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
  2. 2. De-rating may be needed under low input voltages. Please refer to “STATIC CHARACTERISTIC” sections for details.
  3. 3. Length of set up time is measured at first cold start. Turning ON/OFF the driver may lead to increase of the set up time.
  4. 4. The driver is considered as a component that will be operated in combination with final equipment. Since EMC performance will be affected by the complete installation, the final equipment manufacturers must re-qualify EMC Directive on the complete installation again. (as available on https://www.meanwell.com//Upload/PDF/EMI_statement_en.pdf)
  5. 5. This series meets the typical life expectancy of >50,000 hours of operation when Tcase, particularly tc point (or TMP, per DLC), is about 75℃ or less.
  6. 6. Please refer to the warranty statement on MEAN WELL's website at http://www.meanwell.com
  7. 7. The ambient temperature derating of 3.5℃/1000m with fanless models and of 5℃/1000m with fan models for operating altitude higher than 2000m(6500ft).
  8. 8. For any application note and IP water proof function installation caution, please refer our user manual before using. https://www.meanwell.com/Upload/PDF/LED_EN.pdf
  9. 9. Based on IEC 62386-101/102 DALI power on timing and interruption regulations, the set up time needs to test with a DALI controller which can support for DALI power on function, otherwise the set up time will be higher than 0.5 second for DA-2 type.

Technical drawings

PWM-90-36 DIMMING OPERATION
DIMMING OPERATION
PWM-90-36 ◎ Applying additive resistance
◎ Applying additive resistance
PWM-90-36 OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE
OUTPUT LOAD vs TEMPERATURE
PWM-90-36 STATIC CHARACTERISTIC
STATIC CHARACTERISTIC
PWM-90-36 TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
TOTAL HARMONIC DISTORTION
PWM-90-36 LIFETIME(Kh)
LIFETIME(Kh)
PWM-90-36 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
PWM-90-36 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification
PWM-90-36 Recommend Mounting Direction
Recommend Mounting Direction

Typical applications

  • LED strip lighting
  • Indoor LED lighting
  • LED decorative lighting
  • LED architecture lighting
  • Industrial lighting

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FAQ

Can the PWM-90-36 power 36V LED strips used in commercial signage?

Yes. The PWM-90-36 outputs 36V at up to 2.5A (90W) and supports 36V LED strip loads. At 90W it is suitable for medium-length runs of 36V strip used in illuminated channel letter signage or box signs.

What dimming inputs does the PWM-90-36 accept?

The PWM-90-36 (Blank-Type) includes built-in 3-in-1 dimming, supporting 0–10V analog, 10V PWM signal, and resistance dimming. This flexibility allows it to work with a wide variety of compatible dimmer controls without requiring an external adapter.

Is the PWM-90-36 suitable for outdoor LED lighting applications?

Yes. With an IP67 waterproof rating, the PWM-90-36 is protected against dust and temporary water immersion, making it appropriate for outdoor LED lighting where the driver may be exposed to rain. The operating range of -40°C to +85°C also supports year-round outdoor installation.

How much 36V LED strip can the PWM-90-36 drive?

The driver provides 90W at 36V. A 36V strip rated at 10W per meter would support approximately 9 meters (90W ÷ 10W/m = 9m). For continuous operation, apply an 80% derating (72W effective), giving about 7.2 meters at that strip density. Always verify the rated power per meter of your specific strip.

Can the PWM-90-36 be used for LED lighting in a cold-climate outdoor installation?

Yes. The specified operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C ensures reliable operation in extremely cold outdoor environments. The IP67-rated fully enclosed plastic case also guards against moisture and condensation ingress.

Is the PWM-90-36 compatible with a standard PWM dimmer for theatrical or display lighting?

Yes. The 3-in-1 dimming feature (Blank-Type) includes a 10V PWM signal input, which is commonly used in theatrical and display lighting control scenarios. Ensure your dimmer outputs a compatible 10V PWM signal level and frequency for correct operation.

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Mean Well PWM-90-36 Power Supply 90W 36V - Dimmable 2.5A
Mean Well

Mean Well PWM-90-36 Power Supply 90W 36V - Dimmable 2.5A

PWM-90-36 is the 36V output model of this series: rated current 2.5A, rated power 90W, typical efficiency 90.5%.

PWM-90 series is a 90W LED AC/DC LED driver featuring the constant voltage mode with PWM style output, which is able to maintain the brightness homogeneity when driving all kinds of LED strips.PWM-90 operates from 90~305VAC and offers models with different rated voltage ranging between 12V and 48V. Thanks to the high efficiency up to 90.5%, with the fanless design, the entire series is able to operate for -40℃ ~ +85℃ case temperature under free air convection. The entire series is rated with IP67 ingress protection level and is suitable to work for dry, damp or wet locations. PWM-90 is equipped with dimming function that varies the duty cycle of the output, providing great flexibility for LED strips applications.

Features

  • Constant Voltage PWM style output
  • Emergency lighting application is available according to IEC61347-2-13
  • Built-in active PFC function and class II design
  • Class 2 power unit(except PWM-90-12)
  • No load power consumption <0.5W
  • Fully encapsulated with IP67 level
  • Function: 3 in 1 dimming (dim-to-off); DALI-2
  • Minimum dimming level 0.2% for DALI-2 type
  • Typical lifet ime>50000 hours and 5 years warranty

Typical applications

  • LED strip lighting
  • Indoor LED lighting
  • LED decorative lighting
  • LED architecture lighting
  • Industrial lighting

Model

  • 40W 36V
  • 40W 36V Dimmable
  • 60W 36V DALI
  • 90W 36V Dimmable
  • 90W 36V DALI
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