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Mean Well HEP-185-15 Power Supply 172W 15V 11.5A

fanless designhigh efficiency up to 96%rugged metal case with IP65 design(IP68 option available)withstand 10G vibrationsuitable for harsh environment
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Overview

HEP-185-15 is the 15V output model of this series: rated current 11.5A, rated power 172W, typical efficiency 92%.

HEP-185 is a 185W industrial AC/DC power supply featuring the outstanding capability to operate under highly humid, dusty, oily, and high-vibration harsh environment. The entire series is housed with the aluminum case and fully potted with heat-conducted silicone. Thanks to state-of-the-art design, the working efficiency is up to 94%, enabling HEP-185 perfectly work between -55℃ and +70℃ under free air convection.

Features

  • Universal AC input / Full range
  • Built-in active PFC function
  • High efficiency up to 94%
  • Fanless design, cooling by free air convection
  • -55~+70℃ wide operating range
  • Aluminum case and filling with heat-conducted silicone
  • IP65 design, optional IP68 rated model available
  • Meet 6KV surge immunity level
  • Withstand 10G vibration test
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature
  • Operating altitude up to 5000 meters (Note.9)
  • 6 years warranty

Specifications

HEP-185-15Specifications from the official datasheet (2025-10-10 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
15V
RATED CURRENT
11.5A
RATED POWER
172W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
150mVp-p
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGENote.5
13.5 ~ 17V
CURRENT ADJ. RANGE
5.75 ~ 11.5A
VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
±2.0%
LINE REGULATION
±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION
±1.5%
SETUP, RISE TIMENote.7
1000ms,50ms/115VAC 500ms,50ms/230VAC at full load
HOLD UP TIME (Typ.)
16ms at full load 230VAC /115VAC

INPUT

VOLTAGE RANGENote.4
90~264VAC (277VAC operational) 128~370VDC(390VDC operational)
FREQUENCY RANGE
47 ~ 63Hz
POWER FACTOR (Typ.)
PF>0.98/115VAC, PF>0.95/230VAC, PF>0.92/277VAC at full load
EFFICIENCY (Typ.)
92%
AC CURRENT (Typ.) 12V
1.8A / 115VAC 0.8A / 230VAC 0.7A / 277VAC
AC CURRENT (Typ.) 15V ~ 54V
2.1A / 115VAC 1A / 230VAC 0.8A / 277VAC
INRUSH CURRENT(Typ.)
COLD START 65A at 230VAC
LEAKAGE CURRENT
<0.75mA / 277VAC

PROTECTION

OVERLOAD
105 ~ 125% Protection type : Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
SHORT CIRCUIT
Constant current limiting, recovers automatically after fault condition is removed
OVER VOLTAGE
18 ~ 21V
OVER TEMPERATURE
Shut down o/p voltage, recovers automatically after temperature goes down

ENVIRONMENT

WORKING TEMP.
-55 ~ +70℃ (Refer to "Derating Curve")
WORKING HUMIDITY
20 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
STORAGE TEMP., HUMIDITY
-60 ~ +80℃, 10 ~ 95% RH non-condensing
TEMP. COEFFICIENT
±0.03%/℃ (0 ~ 60℃)
VIBRATION
20 ~ 500Hz, 10G 12min./1cycle, period for 72min. each along X, Y, Z axes

SAFETY & EMC

SAFETY STANDARDSNote.6,9
UL62368-1, IEC62368-1, IP65 (or IP68 for HEP-185 Blank type), EAC TP TC 004 approved ; Design refer to BS EN/EN62368-1
WITHSTAND VOLTAGE
I/P-O/P:3.75KVAC I/P-FG:2KVAC O/P-FG:1.5KVAC
ISOLATION RESISTANCE
I/P-O/P, I/P-FG, O/P-FG:100M Ohms / 500VDC / 25℃/ 70% RH
EMC EMISSION
Compliance to BS EN/EN55032 (CISPR32) Class B, BS EN/EN61000-3-2,-3, EAC TP TC 020
EMC IMMUNITY
Compliance to BS EN/EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11, BS EN/EN55035, light industry level (surge 6KV), EAC TP TC 020

OTHERS

MTBF
1967.4K hrs min. Telcordia SR-332(Bellcore) ; 164.2K hrs min. MIL-HDBK-217F (25℃)
DIMENSION
228*68*38.8mm (L*W*H)
PACKING
1.15Kg; 12pcs/14.8Kg/0.8CUFT

Certifications & ratings

IP level
IP65 IP68 (Optional)
Test conditions and notes10
  1. 1. All parameters NOT specially mentioned are measured at 230VAC input, rated load and 25℃ of ambient temperature.
  2. 2. Ripple & noise are measured at 20MHz of bandwidth by using a 12" twisted pair-wire terminated with a 0.1uf & 47uf parallel capacitor.
  3. 3. Tolerance : includes set up tolerance, line regulation and load regulation.
  4. 4. Derating may be needed under low input voltages. Please check the static characteristics for more details.
  5. 5. A type only.
  6. 6. Safety and EMC design refer to BS EN/EN60598-1, CNS15233, GB7000.1, FCC part18.
  7. 7. Length of set up time is measured at cold first start. Turning ON/OFF the power supply may lead to increase of the set up time.
  8. 8. The power supply 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)
  9. 9. The water protection level test for the IP68 rating is performed 1000mm below the surface of the water for 1 month.
  10. 10. 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).

Technical drawings

HEP-185-15 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
HEP-185-15 Mechanical Specification
Mechanical Specification

Typical applications

  • Outdoor telecommunication equipment
  • Outdoor electronic signage and billboard
  • Petroleum plant or mine shaft facility

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FAQ

Can I use the HEP-185-15 for a 15V industrial automation or control device?

Yes, this model provides a constant 15V output rated for 172W and 11.5A. It is appropriate for equipment that specifically requires 15V DC and remains within those output limits.

Is the HEP-185-15 suitable for 15V embedded systems in harsh environments?

It is rated to withstand 10G vibration and carries an IP68 rating for harsh conditions. The operating temperature range of -55°C to +70°C (subject to the derating curve) supports embedded or control equipment in very cold or very hot locations.

Can this power supply be used for 15V instrumentation or monitoring equipment outdoors?

Yes, this version is specified as IP68, which makes it suitable where a more sealed enclosure is needed. It also supports a wide 90-264VAC input range (277VAC operational) and operation from -55°C to +70°C, subject to the derating curve.

Would the HEP-185-15 work for a continuous-duty 15V DC load in an enclosed cabinet?

It can, provided the load stays within 172W and 11.5A at 15V. The 92% typical efficiency is useful in enclosed equipment where reduced heat is important.

How does the HEP-185-15 compare with other 15V models in the HEP family?

On this sheet, the 15V models are the HEP-185-15 (IP68) and the HEP-185-15A (IP65), both rated 172W at 11.5A. The other HEP-185 outputs are 156W at 12V, 187.2W at 24V, 36V and 48V, and 186.3W at 54V. Ratings of other HEP power classes are listed on their own datasheets.

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Mean Well HEP-185-15 Power Supply 172W 15V
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Mean Well HEP-185-15 Power Supply 172W 15V 11.5A

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HEP-185-15 is the 15V output model of this series: rated current 11.5A, rated power 172W, typical efficiency 92%.

HEP-185 is a 185W industrial AC/DC power supply featuring the outstanding capability to operate under highly humid, dusty, oily, and high-vibration harsh environment. The entire series is housed with the aluminum case and fully potted with heat-conducted silicone. Thanks to state-of-the-art design, the working efficiency is up to 94%, enabling HEP-185 perfectly work between -55℃ and +70℃ under free air convection.

Features

  • Universal AC input / Full range
  • Built-in active PFC function
  • High efficiency up to 94%
  • Fanless design, cooling by free air convection
  • -55~+70℃ wide operating range
  • Aluminum case and filling with heat-conducted silicone
  • IP65 design, optional IP68 rated model available
  • Meet 6KV surge immunity level
  • Withstand 10G vibration test
  • Protections: Short circuit / Overload / Over voltage / Over temperature
  • Operating altitude up to 5000 meters (Note.9)
  • 6 years warranty

Typical applications

  • Outdoor telecommunication equipment
  • Outdoor electronic signage and billboard
  • Petroleum plant or mine shaft facility

Model

  • 100W 15V
  • 100W 15V Adjustable
  • 150W 15V
  • 150W 15V Adjustable
  • 185W 15V
  • 185W 15V Adjustable
  • 240W 15V
  • 240W 15V Adjustable
  • 320W 15V
  • 320W 15V Adjustable
  • 600W 15V
  • 600W 15V Adjustable
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