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Design-in guide Philips CertaFlux PLM II Gen1

April. 2014

Contents

Contents

Introduction to this guide 1

Information and support 1

Introduction to the Certaflux PLM II Gen1 2

Applications 2

Product description 2

The CertaFlux PLM II system components 2

Performance specification 4

Typical operating conditions 4

Performance specifications CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740 Gen1

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Performance specifications CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 850 Gen1

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Specified lifetime performance 6

Optical distributions 7

Optical performance of CertaFlux PLM II Gen1 7

Recommendations for SON-T replacements 8

Lighting characteristics 10

Light distribution 10

Optical files 10

Color consistency (SDCM) 10

Product dimensions 11

Important recommendations and warnings 12

Installation instructions 12

Design-in phase 12

Installation and service phase of luminaires 13

Installation instructions 14

Mechanical fixation 14

Wiring 15

1-n connector fixation 15

Module placement in a luminaire 16

Fixation of the driver 16

Surge Protection in a CertaFlux PLM II system 16

Thermal management 17

Thermal specifications 17

Operating temperature 17

Module temperature 18

Recommendations for module clusters in luminaire fixture

design 20

Xitanium LED driver temperature 21

Please refer to individual product datasheets for Tcase max

information. 21

Quality 22

Compliance and approval marks 22

Sustainability 22

Warranty 22

IP rating 22

Photobiological safety 22

EMC 23

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) 23

Remote system operation 24

Use of circuit breakers: Xitanium LED drivers 24

Note on conditions for storage, transportation and operation24

During operation 24

System disposal 25

Contact details 26

Philips PLM II Gen1 26

Thermal management partners 26

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Introduction to this guide

Philips CertaFlux PLM II Gen1

Thank you for choosing the Philips CertaFlux PLM II Gen1. In

this guide you will find the information you need to design

this system into a luminaire.

This edition describes the performance, technical details of

CertaFlux PLM II Gen1. Extensions to the range will be

included in future updates of this guide. We advise you to

consult our websites for the latest up-to-date information.

Information and support

If you require any further information or support please consult your local

Philips office or visit:

OEM website www.philips.com/technology

Xitanium drivers www.philips.com/xitanium

Note

LED technology is continuously improving. For the latest updated information,

please check www.philips.com/technology

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Introduction to the Certaflux PLM II Gen1

Figure 1. CertaFlux PLM II Gen1

Figure 2. CertaFlux PLM 1-3 multi-connector

Figure 3. CertaFlux PLM 1-5 multi-connector

Applications

The Philips CertaFlux PLM II Gen1 has been developed primarily for outdoor

applications.

Product description

To operate a system you will need the following products, which are sold

separately:

One or more CertaFlux PLM II LED modules, Table1

Specified connectors, Table1

Compatible Xitanium LED driver, Table 2

Classification

The CertaFlux PLM II Gen1 with Xitanium driver listed below can be used in:

Class I IEC isolation systems

IMPORTANT USAGE NOTES

Tcase ,max must not exceed 75 °C for Ta 30oC

ΔT (Tambient -Tcase) must not exceed 45 °C

Failure to comply with usage conditions will void product

warranty

The CertaFlux PLM II system components

Table 1. CertaFlux PLM II and 1-n multi-connector

Product GPC

CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740 Gen1 929000895808

CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 850 Gen1 929000901108

CertaFlux PLM 1-3 multi-connector 929000895908

CertaFlux PLM 1-5 multi-connector 929000896008

CertaFlux PLM II system with Xitanium LED drivers, Class I

The following drivers are highly recommended to operate the CertaFlux PLM II

outdoor modules. If other drivers are connected to PLM II, please contact with

your local sales representative for further confirmation, it can void warranty.

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Table 2. CertaFlux PLM II system with fixed Xitanium LED drivers, Class I compliant

Number of

CertaFlux PLM

II (any type)

Max output

current

(mA)

Driver GPC Cable

3x-5x 700 Xitanium 150W 0.70A 230V IP67 929000846108 1x CertaFlux PLM 1-5 multi-connector

1x CertaFlux PLM 1-3 multi-connector Xitanium 150W 0.70A 230V-6P I67 929000897108

Xitanium 150W 0.70A 1-10V IP66 929000899808

2x 700 Xitanium 75W 0.70A 230V IP67 929000846608 1x CertaFlux PLM 1-3 multi-connector

Xitanium 75W 0.70A 230V-3P I67 929000897208

1x 700 Xitanium 50W 0.7A 230V IP67 929000846908 No additional Cable needed

Table2 includes fix output and single output dimmable drivers, for non IP66

drivers i.e. IP42 150W, please contact with local sale representative.

As the Xitanium LED driver portfolio is always expanding to include new

products, please visit www.philips.com/xitanium or contact your Philips sales

representatives for the latest system combinations.

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Performance specification

The following paragraphs contain the performance

specifications of the CertaFlux PLM II Gen1 modules.

Typical operating conditions

Table 3. Typical operating conditions

Item Symbol Unit Value Description

Default Driver current Idriver mA 700 Fixed output driver current

Case temperature Tcase °C 65 Case temperature: typical temperature at which the module

operates within specs

Ambient temperature Tamb °C 30 Ambient temperature outside luminaire

Note:

Philips maintains a tolerance of ±6.5% on luminous flux measurements, ±0.06 V

on forward voltage measurements, ±2 on CRI measurements and ±5% on CCT

measurements

Performance specifications CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740 Gen1

CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740 Gen1 performance at 700mA and Tcase = 65 °C

Table 4. Performance specification of the CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740 Gen1under

typical operating conditions (If = 700 mA and Tcase = 65 °C).

Item Min Typ Max Unit

Initial lumen output 2700 3000 3300 lm

Initial efficacy 102 119 lm/W

Forward voltage 36 38 V

Initial power consumption 23.8 25.2 26.6 W

Correlated Color Temperature (CCT) - 4000 - K

Color Rendering Index (CRI) 70 - Ra

Initial color accuracy - 7 SDCM

Operating Ta range -30 50 oC

Weight 0.6 Kg

Approbation CQC,CE,CB, ENEC

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IP rating IP66

Insulation class III

IMPORTANT USAGE NOTES

PLM Systems with recommended Xitanium drivers should be

installed in Class I luminaires only. For Class II luminaires additional

isolation layer for the driver is needed. Design-in support is available

please contact your local Philips sales representative for additional

information.

Figure 4. Estimated module flux and module efficacy of the CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740

Gen1 under typical driver current 700 mA and various case Temperatures (Tcase)

Performance specifications CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 850 Gen1

CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 850 Gen1 performance at 700mA and Tcase = 65 °C

Table 5. Performance specification of the CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 850 under typical

operating conditions (If = 700 mA and Tcase = 65 °C).

Item Min Typ Max Unit

Initial lumen output 2550 2850 3300 lm

Initial efficacy 96 113 138 lm/W

Forward voltage - 36.1 38 V

Initial power consumption 23.8 25.3 26.6 W

Correlated color temperature (CCT) - 5000 - K

Color Rendering Index (CRI) 80 - Ra

Initial color accuracy - 7 SDCM

Operating Ta range -30 50 oC

Weight 0.6 Kg

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Approbation CQC,CE,CB, ENEC

IP rating IP66

Insulation class III

IMPORTANT USAGE NOTES

PLM Systems with recommended Xitanium drivers should be

installed in Class I luminaires only.

Figure 5. Estimated module flux and module efficacy of the CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 850

Gen1 under typical driver current 700 mA and various case Temperatures (Tcase)

Specified lifetime performance

Figures 6. show the expected lumen maintenance over a typical product (both 850 and

740 as well) lifetime

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Optical distributions

Figure 7. CertaFlux PLM II

Optical performance of CertaFlux PLM II Gen1

Figures 8. Polar intensity diagram, PLM II Gen1

PLM II is designed for narrow roads and urban street lighting.

Figure 9. Example of application rendering, PLM II

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N.B.

Component and process tolerances can result in

imperfectly symmetrical light distributions. Maximum

acceptable tolerances will have minimal impact on optical

distributions and optical performance in the final

application for a variety of reasons (e.g. light from

neighboring poles, flux differences < 20% not visible for

the human eye).

All polar intensity diagram illustrations are just an

indication of the beam shape. We suggest making use of

the IES files available on the CertaFlux PLM II module

website.

Recommendations for SON-T replacements

Figure 10: Specified installation parameters

The recommendations are made by means of Dialux simulations for specific

road examples as mentioned in tables x,x x. The road width (w), pole height

(H), pole distance (P), tilt angle (T) and overhang (O) are specified per

application.

For road properties the following settings have been used for all three

applications; Road type: Asphalt pavement ; Reflection table: CIE R3; Q0 of

table: 0.07;

SON-T 150W replacement solution

Figure 11: Application rendering of 10m road with

single installation

We propose to replace a 150W SON-T conventional luminaire with a system of

3 x PLM 3000lm and 1 Xitanium 150W IP67 driver. The recommended system

can meet the requirement of standard for lighting design of urban road in

China.

Remark: CJJ45-2006 is regulation of China

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SON-T 250W replacement solution

Figure 12: Application rendering of 15m road with

single installation

We propose to replace a 250W SON-T conventional luminaire with a system of

5 x PLM 3000lm and 1 Xitanium 150W IP67 driver. The recommended system

can meet the requirement of standard for lighting design of urban road in

China.

SON-T 400W replacement solution

Figure 13: Application rendering with double

installation of 19m road and central reserve

Figure 14: Road application with 4 lanes and

central reserve

We propose to replace a 400W SON-T conventional luminaire with a system of

8 x PLM 3000lm and 2 Xitanium 150W IP67 drivers. The recommended

system can meet the requirement of standard for lighting design of urban road

in China.

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Lighting characteristics

Light distribution

CetraFlux PLM II LED module is suitable for a variety of applications, including

urban street and road lighting.

Please refer to the Product Datasheet section for the specific optical

performance.

Optical files

Optical files can be downloaded from the PLM LED module website in the IES

format.

Photometric files such as IES and LDT can be used to check the far-field

intensity distribution of the PLM II LED module. The final design could be

verified using a simulation performed with a ray set for the PLM LED module

with the appropriate lens.

Color consistency (SDCM)

The color consistency of PLM modules is specified as <7 SDCM over the

product’s lifetime. SDCM stands for Standard Deviation of Color Matching and

the value 7 refers to the size of an ellipse around the specified target point.

Figure 24 shows the color target for both CRI 70 and CRI 80 PLM II modules.

The color target is specified for the operating conditions Tcase = 65 °C, Tambient =

25 °C and at 700 mA.

Figure 15. Color consistency CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm 740 Gen1 and CertaFlux PLM

II 3000lm 850 Gen1

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Product dimensions

Dimensions of CertaFlux PLM II

Figure 16. CertaFlux PLM II (any type)

Dimensions of connecting cable

Figure17. CertaFlux PLM 1-3 multi-connector

Figure 18. CertaFlux PLM 1-5 multi-connector

Module Type A1 A2 B1 C1 C2 D1

CertaFlux PLM II 3000lm Gen1 300 286 70 69 44 30

220mm ± 5 330mm ± 5

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Important recommendations and

warnings

The following recommendations and warnings should be

taken into account when designing PLM II in a luminaire.’

Installation instructions

Please refer to section xxx for module and driver wiring and proper

module placement in a luminaire.

CertaFlux PLM II is a product with integrated heatsink. The heatsink can

warrantee the lifetime performance of the product if certain precautions

are taken into account in luminaire design. Refer to section Thermal

Management

CertaFlux PLM II is a product with integrated optics. No additional

secondary optics are needed.

CertaFlux PLM II is an IP66 rated module. Recommended Xitanium LED

drivers are IP67. For IP66 applications no additional efforts are needed.

Min module mounting pitch is 5mm.

IMPORTANT USAGE NOTES (approval from Alex)

Tcase ,max must not exceed 75 °C for Ta 30oC

ΔT (Tambient -Tcase) must not exceed 45 °C

Failure to comply with usage conditions will void

product warranty

Design-in phase

• It is recommended to use the approved Philips Xitanium LED drivers. For

a list of approved drivers please see Tables 2. If drive PLM II with other

drivers not in table 2, please contact your local Philips sales

representative for additional confirmation.

• Safety and IEC/CQC recommendations: the general IEC/CQC

recommendations for luminaire design and national safety regulations

(ENEC, CE, CB, etc.) also apply to selected PLM II modules and Xitanium

LED drivers. Luminaire manufacturers are advised to conform to the

international standards for luminaire design (IEC 60598 - Luminaires).

• Do not apply mains power directly to the LED module.

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• Do not use damaged or defective modules.

• Do not drop the LED module or let any object fall onto it as this may

damage the module. Do not use the LED module if it has been dropped or an

object has fallen onto it and there are visible defects or damage.

Installation and service phase of luminaires

• The luminaire should not be serviced while the mains voltage is connected;

this includes connecting or disconnecting the PLM II module cable. Hot

switching is not allowed.

The following recommendations and warnings should be

taken into account when using PLM II modules and

Xitanium LED drivers.

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Installation instructions

Warning!

The CertaFlux PLM II should always be replaced by an

OEM-qualified installer.

Special attention should be paid to the following points:

Do not service the system when the mains voltage is

connected; this includes connecting or disconnecting the

cable

The water proof connector has to be fully tightened up to

prevent the water penetration via the connection in the

field application.

Mechanical fixation

The separate components (driver and module/s) of the PLM II system can be

fixed in place securely using the mounting holes located on the module(s) and

driver.

Please refer to the dimensional drawings for specific details. The 3D CAD files

can be downloaded from the Philips Technology website at

www.philips.com/oem.

To fix the system in place we recommend using an M4 hexagonal socket-head

cap screw with an M4 spring-lock washer for screws with cylindrical heads.

In a system with multiple modules, it is recommended that the modules

are mounted with min distance of 5 mm.

Figure 19. Screw

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Wiring

A Xitanium 150w outdoor driver can support up to 3~5 CertaFlux PLM II

modules in series and a Xitanium 75W outdoor driver can support 2 CertaFlux

PLM II modules in series. The below is the connections we recommend.

Philips SPD + Xitanium 150W/75W outdoor driver + CertaFlux PLM II modules

Figure 20. Wiring Philips SPD+ Xitanium 150W/75W outdoor driver+ CertaFlux PLM II

1-n connector fixation

PLM II modules can be connected using the cable interface as specified below.

This cable allows connection with fixed and dimmable single output drivers and

serial connection from 1 and up to 5 modules.

To secure the long term reliability of the module and application, below

instructions have to be followed strictly.

Putting too much stress on the cables or bending the cables with too much

angle can cause seals to leak. The diameter of the bending circle should

not exceed 25mm.

The water proof connector has to be fully tightened to prevent the water

leaking into the connection in the filed application. A bulge structure on the

connector as the position indicator.

Intense exposure of connectors, cables and 1-n multi-connectors to

sunlight (UV) will make the seals brittle over time causing water leaks. It’s

recommended to cover the electrical connections to avoid this risk, also to

avoid cables being damaged by wildlife.

Cannot be used in a marine environment without additional protection

against salt

Notes:

1. “※ ” means the input connector of

cable; no. “1-5” is the output

connector of cable.

2. Each output connector can be

connected or not. But an end cap

must be in place when you leave

any connector open. As the internal

connection of these connectors are in

series, which means if any one of them

is open, there will be no output.

3. For easy installation, we strongly

suggest you to leave the first or last

one connector open (with an end cap)

when not all of the connectors are

necessary.

4. SPD is used to strength the surge

handling capability of your luminaire; it

is an optional device here.

Figure 21. 1-n cable

. 1-n cable

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Module placement in a luminaire

Please follow remark on PLM II module as below picture for installing the

module to right direction, this is critical to get the correct light distribution.

Figure 22. Please install the module as arrow to road side direction

Fixation of the driver

The Xitanium driver has fixation holes at the short ends of the casing. The driver

should be mounted securely on a flat part of the luminaire, using the mounting

hole on each side of the driver. Please refer to the specific Xitanium LED driver

product datasheet and design-in guide for individual product dimensions and

installation instructions.

Surge Protection in a CertaFlux PLM II system

CertaFlux PLM II has a high level of integrated protection against the adverse

effects of external surges and electro-static discharges. For optimum system

protection, apply external common-mode and differential-mode surge protection

at luminaire level in order to mitigate the harmful effects of surges on the LED

driver and the CertaFlux PLM II. More details on surge protection can be found

in the Application Design-In Guide for the Philips 277V SPD Surge Protection

Device. www.philips.com/surgeprotection.

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Thermal management

The critical thermal management points for the module

and driver are set out in this chapter in order to facilitate

the design-in of the PLM II module. Keeping these thermal

points in mind will help to ensure the optimal performance

and lifetime of the system.

Thermal specifications

The main thermal specification that needs to be taken into account when

designing in the PLM II module is the Tcase temperature. The Tcase must never

exceed Tcase,max tested in a draft-free lab environment at 30 °C, with final driver

and within the luminaire fixture.

Table 6. Thermal rating of the system

Item Description Symbol Unit Max value

Case

temperature

Temperature at which

the module operates

within specifications

Tcase °C 75

Delta T The maximum

temperature

difference between

Tambient and Tcase

ΔT °C 45

Operating temperature

Definitions

Module temperature: temperature measured at the specified Tcase point (at

the base) of the module

Tcase: Heatsink temperature measured at the middle of the heatsink at

specified Tcase

Driver temperature: temperature measured at the specified Tcase point on

the driver

Ambient temperature: temperature of the air surrounding the luminaire in

the test environment or application

Ambient temperature in a lab environment: air temperature in a testing

area, in a controlled environment free from drafts

Average ambient temperature: monthly average temperature based on at

least 2 measurements per day, with at least 8-hour intervals between

measurements

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Module temperature

To achieve typical product lifetime characteristics, it is crucial to ensure that

the product is operating within the specified temperature limits. These limits

are determined not only by the product and the application, but also by the

luminaire design and ambient environment.

Warning!

Maximum Tcase should never exceed specified Tcase max

Thermal design should ensure that module Tcase <75 °C

Thermal design should ensure that driver Tcase < max specified

driver Tcase

Thermal design must ensure maximum ΔT (Tcase – Ta) ≤ 45°C

Warning!

PLM modules in combination with Xitanium Fixed Output drivers

don’t have temperature protection settings (NTC) to detect

overheating and extreme lifetime degradation of the LEDs when

operated outside the maximum permitted environmental conditions.

Such conditions can be caused by extreme ambient conditions or

inadequate heat management design. Optimum performance will

only be achieved if the Tcase stays below 75 °C at 30°C average

ambient temperature, measured according to the procedure

described above.

Thermal measurements

The maximum ambient temperature at which the luminaire will operate

constitutes the initial key criterion for defining the correct temperature limit and

validating the thermal luminaire design.

If the maximum ambient temperature (Tamb,max) is 30 °C or lower, the luminaire

design needs to ensure that the module temperature does not exceed 75 °C

when tested in a lab environment at 30 °C ambient.

Note: The ambient temperatures given above are average temperatures during

the operational period of the module.

Critical temperature point (Tcase)

For LEDs, the junction temperature is the critical factor for operation. Since

there is a direct relation between the case temperature and the LED junction

temperature, it is sufficient to measure the aluminum casing of the PLM board

at its critical temperature point, see Figure 23.

If the case temperature at the Tcase point exceeds the recommended Tcase life,

this will have an adverse effect on the performance of the LEDs and the PLM

module in terms of light output, lifetime and lumen maintenance.

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Measurement of critical temperature point

On the back of the module there is a Tcase (Tc) point, which should be used for

all temperature measurements. The maximum temperature of the module

should be measured at a point in the center of the bottom of the LED board,

see Figure 23.

The temperature must be stable before any reliable data can be obtained

(depending on the size and material of the luminaire, this will take between 30

and 180 minutes).

Figure 23. Tc point

N.B.

It is important that the Tcase point is free of thermal interface

material when the thermocouple is connected so that

temperature measurements can be taken.

It is essential to have a stable connection between the thermocouple and the

module. Any shifting of the thermocouple will result in measurement errors and

poor measurement repeatability.

The Tcase should be measured at its critical temperature point using a

thermocouple on the base of the LED module.

N.B.

In order to ensure accurate Tcase test results, the case

temperature should not vary by more than 1 °C for a period

of at least 30 minutes.

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Figure 24. Frontside of reference luminaire

Figure 25. Backside of reference luminaire

Recommendations for module clusters in luminaire fixture design

CertaFlux PLM II modules are designed for IP66 applications. Clustering of

max number of 5 modules is an option. The min distance between the modules

is 5mm as specified in CSA standard.

A reference luminaire with 4 PLM modules is shown in figure 15. Open slots in

top cover have been designed to optimize heat management and minimize

enviroemntal polluion (i.e. dirt, dust etc).

Figure 26. Clearance distance between modules

Warning!

Clusters of PLM modules in closed luminaires will affect the

temperatures and the lifetime performance. Thermal

performance should be tested in luminaire fixture with maximum

number of modules in wind –free environment of Ta 30 °C .

Enclosed environments of clusters with module distance < 5mm

will deviate from lifetime spec.

Figure 27. Example of open slots designed on

top cover of reference luminaire

CertaFlux PLM II modules are equipped with integrated heatsink. However,

thermal perfomance of the modules and therefore lifetime performance can be

influenced by the three following factors: the number of modules designed in

the luminaire, the moutning distance between the modules and the design of

the top cover. Figure 27 shows an example of open slots designed on the top

cover of a reference luminaire to faciliate heat management.

Figures 28 and 29 depict two examples of reference luminaires with slots 1mm

and 5mm high respectively designed on the top cover of the luminaire. The

modules are designed-in with 5mm distance. Expected temperature rise by

means of thermal simulations is estimated to 10oC for 1mm high open slot and

to 5oC for 5mm high open slot.

Therefore it is highly recommended that thermal performance should be tested

in luminaire fixture with maximum number of modules in wind –free

environment of Ta 30 oC.

5mm

Minimum clearance distance

between modules 5mm

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Figure 28. Top cover of reference luminaire with

1mm open slot

Figure 29. Top cover of reference luminaire with

5mm open slot

Xitanium LED driver temperature

The next key component is the driver, which influences the lifetime and

reliability of the system. It is important to ensure good thermal and electrical

contact between the driver and the luminaire as this enables the heat to

dissipate efficiently and allows the driver to deliver optimal electrical

performance. The driver temperature can be measured with a thermocouple at

the Tcase point, shown on the driver label.

Please refer to individual product datasheets for Tcase max information.

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Quality

Compliance and approval marks

The Philips CertaFlux PLM II system is CQC, CB/CE and ENEC approved and

complies with the applicable EU directives.

To ensure approval of the luminaire, the conditions of acceptance need to be

fulfilled. Module-related data can be found in GB24819 and IEC 62031. All

luminaire manufacturers are advised to conform to the international standards

of luminaire design GB7000.1 and IEC 60598-1.

Sustainability

CertaFlux PLM II system is compliant with European Directive 2011/65/EU,

recasting 2002/95/EC on Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous

Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment (RoHS). The modules

comply with Reach, as defined by the EU Chemical Agency.

Warranty

The warranty on CertaFlux PLM II module performance only applies if the

product is used in combination with approved Philips Xitanium LED drivers

(Tables 2 to 7).

IP rating

CertaFlux PLM II system is independent systems and has IP66 classification.

They are designed for operation in the open air. The OEM is responsible for

proper IP classification and approbation of the luminaire.

Photobiological safety

The photobiological safety standard IEC 62471 (Photobiological safety of lamps

and lamp systems) gives guidance on the evaluation of the photobiological

safety of lamps and lamp systems, including luminaires. This standard specifies

the exposure limits, reference measurement technique and classification

scheme. It should be used for the evaluation and control of photobiological

hazards from all electrically powered, incoherent broadband sources of optical

radiation, including LEDs, in the wavelength range from 200 to 800 nm.

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Table 7. Wavelengths used for photobiological safety measurements

Radiance-based

Blue Light LB 300 – 700 nm

Retinal Thermal LR 380 – 1400 nm

Retinal Thermal LIR 780 – 1400 nm

Irradiance-based

Actinic UV Skin & Eye ES 200 – 400 nm

Eye UVA EUVA 200 – 400 nm

Blue Light Small

Sources

EB 300 – 700 nm

Eye IR EIR 780 – 3000 nm

Table 8. PLM II Gen1 photobiological measurement results

Item Symbol Result: Risk group

Actinic UV Es Exempt

Near-UV EUVA Exempt

Retinal Blue Light LB RG1

Retinal thermal LR Exempt

Infrared eye EIR Exempt

EMC

Electromagnetic compatibility, EMC, is the ability of a device or system to

operate satisfactorily in its electromagnetic environment without causing

unacceptable interference in practical situations. To maintain good EMC

performance at the luminaire level, the input, output and control wires should be

kept as far apart as possible. Addition of ferrite beads in series with the wires, or

coupling the wires through ferrite cores within the luminaire may improve the

overall EMC performance. However, selection of the type and characteristics of

the additional filter depends on what frequency components have to be damped

and by how much.

In general, LED modules have no effect on the EMC of a luminaire. The PLM II

Gen1 was tested with a Xitanium driver in a reference luminaire and no EMC

issues were observed.

Electrostatic discharge (ESD)

Introduction to ESD

It is generally recognized that Electro Static Discharge (ESD) can damage

electronic components, like LED chips, resulting in early failures. Professional

users of electronic components are used to implementing extensive and

rigorous measures to prevent ESD damage in their finished products. With the

introduction of LED components for lighting, a new breed of users, such as

OEMs and installers, are now involved in handling and using electronic LED

components in the manufacturing process.

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ESD in the production environment

Depending on the immunity level of the LED board, there is a minimum set of

measures that have to be implemented when handling LED boards. ESD

measures are required in a production environment where handling can exceed

the ESD immunity level. Furthermore, products that are susceptible to ESD

must be packed and delivered in ESD-safe packaging.

The purpose of an effective ESD-control strategy is to reduce line failures, final

inspection failures and field failures.

ESD specifications

Philips designed PLM II Gen1 products to be robust when exposed to ESD.

The maximum permitted contact discharge level and air discharge level,

according to IEC 61000-4-2, is 4 kV contact and 8 kV air.

Servicing and installing luminaires

It is highly recommended that installers are instructed not to touch the LED

components and to use earthed arm straps to prevent ESD damage during

installation and maintenance.

ESD consultancy

Independent ESD consultancy companies can advise and supply adequate

tools and protection guidance.

Philips Innovation Services can provide consultancy at

www.innovationservices.philips.com

More information can be found in the Contact details section.

Remote system operation

Please consult the design-in guide for Xitanium LED drivers.

Use of circuit breakers: Xitanium LED drivers

Please consult the design-in guide for Xitanium LED drivers at

www.philips.com/xitanium

Note on conditions for storage, transportation and operation

Store in a dark place

Do not expose to sunlight

Maintain temperature between -40 and +85 °C

Relative humidity (RH) between 5% and 90%

During operation

PLM II Gen1 must be operated within the specifications stated in the product

leaflet and design-in guide. Please contact your local sales representative for

additional information.

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System disposal

We recommend that the PLM II Gen1 and its components are disposed of in an

appropriate way at the end of their (economic) lifetime. The modules are in

effect normal pieces of electronic equipment containing components that are

currently not considered to be harmful to the environment. We therefore

recommend that these parts are disposed of as normal electronic waste, in

accordance with local regulations.

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Contact details

Philips PLM II Gen1 www.philips.com/oem

or contact your local Philips sales representative.

The following are suggested products for use with

the PLM II Gen1 systems.

Reference to these products does not constitute

endorsement thereof by Philips. Philips makes no

warranties regarding these products and assumes no

legal liability or responsibility for loss or damage

resulting from the use of the information provided

here.

Philips EMC support

The Philips corporate EMC competence center is a

leading provider of approbation and consultancy

services.

www.innovationservices.philips.com

Phone: +31- (0) 40 27 46658

Fax: +31 - (0) 40 27 42224

Thermal management partners

Asia Vital Components Co., Ltd www.avc.com.tw

The Bergquist Company www.bergquistcompany.com

Laird Technologies www.lairdtech.com