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Mean Well HEP-185-48 Power Supply 187.2W 48V 3.9A

fanless designhigh efficiency up to 96%rugged metal case with IP65 design(IP68 option available)withstand 10G vibrationsuitable for harsh environment
SKU HEP-185-48
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Overview

HEP-185-48 is the 48V output model of this series: rated current 3.9A, rated power 187.2W, typical efficiency 94%.

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-185-48Specifications from the official datasheet (2025-10-10 edition)

OUTPUT

DC VOLTAGE
48V
RATED CURRENT
3.9A
RATED POWER
187.2W
RIPPLE & NOISE (max.)Note.2
200mVp-p
VOLTAGE ADJ. RANGENote.5
43 ~ 53V
CURRENT ADJ. RANGE
1.95 ~ 3.9A
VOLTAGE TOLERANCENote.3
±1.0%
LINE REGULATION
±0.5%
LOAD REGULATION
±0.5%
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.)
94%
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
54 ~ 63V
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-185-48 Block Diagram
Block Diagram
HEP-185-48 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-185-48 for 48V telecom, networking, or industrial communications equipment?

Yes, this model provides 48V constant voltage at up to 3.9A, with a total output rating of 187.2W. That matches many 48VDC systems used in communications and industrial networking equipment. The 90-264VAC input (277VAC operational) also supports installation across a wide range of AC supply conditions.

Is the HEP-185-48 suitable for 48V embedded controllers or distributed automation nodes?

It can be used where the equipment is designed for a fixed 48VDC source and the combined load stays within 187.2W and 3.9A. The constant-voltage operating mode is appropriate for 48V bus-powered electronic systems. Its IP68 rating and 10G vibration resistance also help in applications where dust, vibration, or maintenance access are concerns.

Can the HEP-185-48 power a 48V LED or signage system in a harsh location?

Yes, for 48V constant-voltage lighting or signage loads that remain within 187.2W and 3.9A. This version is IP68 rated and specified for -55°C to +70°C operation (subject to the derating curve), so it is aimed at tougher indoor and outdoor environments. That makes it better suited to exposed locations than a non-sealed 48V supply.

Is the HEP-185-48 appropriate for outdoor or washdown-adjacent environments?

This is the IP68 version, so it is the more sealed option for demanding environments. It is also rated for operation from -55°C to +70°C, subject to the derating curve. Those characteristics make it well suited to harsh industrial or outdoor service conditions.

How does the HEP-185-48 compare with the rest of the HEP-185 family?

The HEP-185 family covers 156W at 12V and 13A, 172W at 15V and 11.5A, 187.2W at 24V and 7.8A, 187.2W at 36V and 5.2A, 187.2W at 48V and 3.9A, and 186.3W at 54V and 3.45A. The HEP-185-48 and HEP-185-48A share the same 187.2W, 48V, and 3.9A electrical output. The practical difference between family members is the DC voltage and matching current rating required by the load.

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Mean Well HEP-185-48 Power Supply 187.2W 48V
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Mean Well HEP-185-48 Power Supply 187.2W 48V 3.9A

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HEP-185-48 is the 48V output model of this series: rated current 3.9A, rated power 187.2W, typical efficiency 94%.

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 48V
  • 100W 48V Adjustable
  • 1000W 48V
  • 150W 48V
  • 150W 48V Adjustable
  • 185W 48V
  • 185W 48V Adjustable
  • 240W 48V
  • 240W 48V Adjustable
  • 320W 48V
  • 320W 48V Adjustable
  • 480W 48V
  • 480W 48V Adjustable
  • 600W 48V
  • 600W 48V Adjustable
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