MEAN WELL Power Supply APV-8 Series Constant Voltage LED Driver

Product Item : APV-8 series
Category：LED Driver
Wattage: 8W
Input Voltage: 90 ~ 264VAC or 127 ~ 370VDC
Output Current: 0 ~ 1.4A
Output Voltage: 5 ~ 24V
Product description：Meanwell APV-8 series is a 8W AC/DC constant voltage mode single output LED power supply.
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APV-8 Series - 8W Constant Voltage LED Driver (IP42, Class II Plastic, Fly Leads)

✓ In Stock2-YearIP42Class II<0.5WUL8750

				Key Performance at a Glance
			
						8.16W
					
						Max Power (24V)
					
						81%
					
						Max Efficiency
					
						60mm
					
						Length
					
						9,638K
					
						MTBF (hrs)
					
						3.75KV
					
						I/P-O/P
					
						IP42
					
						Ingress Rating

Product Overview

The APV-8 series is MEAN WELL's entry-level 8W constant-voltage LED driver -- an ultra-compact 60x30x23.5mm plastic-encased supply with fly leads (no terminals), Class II double insulation, and IP42 ingress protection. Designed specifically for LED signage, decorative lighting, and small LED display applications. ⚠ Note: Not suitable for EU or China LED lighting applications (use LPF/NPF/XLG/XLC/XLN series for those markets).

The APV-8 accepts 90~264Vac universal input (127~370Vdc) with 0.15A/230V, 0.3A/115V AC current and 70A/230V cold-start inrush. Three constant-voltage outputs: 5V (1.4A/7W), 12V (0.67A/8.04W), and 24V (0.34A/8.16W). The 5V model delivers 7W due to efficiency limits; 12V and 24V output over 8W. Efficiency ranges from 74% (5V) to 81% (24V). Hold-up is 20ms at 230Vac. No-load consumption is <0.5W -- energy-efficient for always-on LED installations.

Protection is comprehensive for an entry-level driver: hiccup-mode short circuit and overload (>105%) with auto-recovery, and OVP with output shutdown and diode clamping (5.75~6.75V, 13.8~16V, 27.6~32.4V thresholds). The Class II plastic enclosure eliminates the need for protective earth -- simply connect AC/L (brown), AC/N (blue), +V (red), and -V (black) fly leads. IP42 rating provides protection against solid objects >1mm and dripping water.

The APV-8 carries UL8750 (LED-specific safety), CSA C22.2 No.250.0-08, BIS IS15885 (except 5V; R-62002178 made in India only), EAC, and BS EN/EN62368-1. EMC is EN55032 Class B with EN61000-3-2 harmonics and light industrial immunity (Surge 2KV). I/P-O/P isolation is 3.75KVac. With a remarkable 9,638K hrs MTBF (Telcordia), this is one of the most reliable LED drivers in its class. 2-year warranty with 100% burn-in. At just 50g and 144 units per carton, it is one of the lightest MEAN WELL LED power supplies.

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Technical Specifications

Constant voltage LED driver with fly leads. Class II no FG. 5V=7W. Not for EU/CN LED lighting. BIS excl 5V.

Parameter	APV-8-5	APV-8-12	APV-8-24
DC Output Voltage	5V	12V	24V
Rated Current	1.4A	0.67A	0.34A
Rated Power	7W	8.04W	8.16W
Ripple & Noise	250mVp-p	250mVp-p	300mVp-p
Voltage Accuracy	+/-5.0%	+/-5.0%	+/-5.0%
Line/Load Regulation	+/-1.0% / +/-2.0%	+/-1.0% / +/-2.0%	+/-1.0% / +/-2.0%
Efficiency	74%	80%	81%
OVP (Diode Clamped)	5.75~6.75V	13.8~16V	27.6~32.4V

Input & Features (All Models)

Input Voltage Range	90~264Vac or 127~370Vdc; 47~63Hz (note: for DC input, connect + to brown wire, - to blue wire)
AC Current / Inrush / No-Load	0.15A/230V, 0.3A/115V \| 70A/230V cold start (50% Ipeak, twidth=120μs) \| <0.5W
Leakage Current	0.25mA / 240Vac
Hold-up / Start-up	20ms/230V \| 500ms/30ms@230V, 1500ms/30ms@115V (cold start)
Short Circuit / Overload	Hiccup mode, auto-recovery \| >105% hiccup, auto-recovery
Overvoltage	Output shutdown, diode clamped -- restart to recover
Fly Leads	Input: Brown (AC/L) + Blue (AC/N) UL1569 20AWG \| Output: Red (+V) + Black (-V) UL1569 18AWG, 150+/-10mm
Operating / Storage Temp	-30~+70C (derating curve) \| -40~+80C, 10~95% RH
Temp Coefficient / Vibration	+/-0.03%/C (0~45C) \| 2G, 10~500Hz, X/Y/Z 60 min each
Altitude / IP Rating	2,000m \| IP42 (protected against >1mm solids and dripping water)
Safety Standards	UL8750 (LED), CSA C22.2 No.250.0-08, BIS IS15885 (except 5V; R-62002178 made in India only), EAC, BS EN/EN62368-1
Isolation	I/P-O/P: 3.75KVac \| >100Mohm/500Vdc/25C/70% RH
EMC	EN55032, EN61000-3-2, EN61000-3-3, EAC TP TC 020 \| EN55035, EN61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11; light industrial (Surge 2KV)
MTBF / Dimensions / Weight	9,638.4K hrs (Telcordia SR-332); 1,631.5K hrs (MIL-HDBK-217F, 25C) \| 60x30x23.5mm / 0.05kg / 144pcs per carton / 7.6kg

Key Features

IP42 Class II Plastic -- No Earth Needed
Compact 60x30x23.5mm fully-enclosed IP42 plastic housing with Class II double insulation -- two-wire AC connection, no FG required. Splash-resistant for indoor LED signage and decorative lighting.

9,638K hrs MTBF -- Class-Leading Reliability
Exceptional MTBF for an 8W entry-level LED driver -- 9,638K hrs per Telcordia SR-332. Designed for always-on LED applications where failure means expensive service calls.

UL8750 + BIS + CSA -- LED-Specific Global Certifications
UL8750 LED safety with CSA C22.2 for North America, BIS IS15885 for India (except 5V, made-in-India only), EAC, and EN62368-1 -- globally certified for LED luminaire integration.

<0.5W Standby + 81% Efficiency
Ultra-low no-load consumption for always-plugged LED installations with 81% peak efficiency at 24V -- energy-code compliant for permanent LED signage and display applications.

Fly Leads -- Simple Installation
Pre-wired 150mm fly leads (Brown/Blue input, Red/Black output) with UL1569 rated wire -- no terminal blocks, no tools required for basic LED strip and module wiring.

100% Burn-in + 2-Year Warranty
Every unit undergoes full-load burn-in testing with 9,638K hrs MTBF -- entry-level pricing with MEAN WELL's proven LED driver reliability.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use APV-8 for LED lighting in Europe or China?

No. MEAN WELL explicitly states that the APV-8 series is not suitable for EU and China LED lighting applications. For those markets, use the LPF, NPF, XLG, XLC, or XLN series which carry the required ENEC and CCC certifications. APV-8 is designed for other global markets and for non-lighting LED applications such as signage, decorative displays, and indicator lighting.

Is BIS certification available for APV-8-5?

No. BIS IS15885 certification is available for 12V and 24V models only (R-62002178, made in India only). The 5V model is excluded. Additionally, products shipped from the Americas may not carry ENEC or BIS markings -- contact your MEAN WELL sales representative to confirm certification markings for your region.

How do I connect the DC input?

For DC input (127~370Vdc), connect the positive (+) to the brown input wire and the negative (-) to the blue input wire. This is different from AC wiring where brown = AC/L and blue = AC/N. Always verify polarity when using DC input.

How does APV-8 compare to LPV-20 or LPF-16?

APV-8 is an entry-level 8W constant-voltage LED driver with plastic shell and fly leads. LPV-20 (20W) and LPF-16 (16W) are higher-power alternatives. Key differences: APV-8 is IP42 (vs IP67 for LPV plastic), uses fly leads (vs terminals on LPF), has lower certification coverage (no EU LED lighting), and targets budget-sensitive applications. Choose APV-8 for small LED strips and decorative displays; choose LPF/LPV for higher power, outdoor IP67, or EU-compliant installations.