Emergency drivers for strip and linear fixtures are low-voltage backup power supplies designed to fit inside the housing of linear luminaires. This includes a wide range of applications, from architectural strip lights and commercial wraparounds to industrial linear high bays and durable vapor tight fixtures. These compact emergency drivers are installed internally, wiring directly to the LEDs to ensure long pathways, production lines, and large open areas remain safely illuminated during a power failure.
How Low-Voltage Drivers Work with Linear Fixtures
The emergency LED drivers in this category are all low-voltage DC output models. They are designed to be installed inside the body of your linear fixture, providing a completely independent and highly reliable backup system.
During a power outage, the emergency driver automatically activates, bypassing the fixture's normal driver and delivering a low-voltage DC current (e.g., 15-60VDC) directly to the fixture's LED strips or modules. This direct-to-module method ensures that the lights will come on even if the fixture's standard driver has failed, offering robust and dependable emergency operation.
Design and Installation of Linear Emergency Drivers
A key feature of these emergency drivers is their slim, linear case, specifically engineered to fit within the narrow wiring channels of strip lights, linear high bays, and vapor tight fixtures. This internal mounting protects the driver and keeps the exterior of the fixture clean. To facilitate this installation, they typically offer one of two wiring configurations:
- Flying Leads (Wire Leads): The most common option, featuring flexible, pre-stripped wires that are easily connected with wire nuts inside the fixture.
- Terminal Block: Some models provide secure, screw-down terminals for installers who prefer a hardwired connection point.
Furthermore, for fixtures in harsh locations like vapor tights, it is crucial to select a driver with a high ambient temperature rating to handle heat buildup within the enclosed housing.
Find Your Linear Fixture Emergency Driver at Bees Lighting
From commercial strips to industrial vapor tights, Bees Lighting has the right safety solution. We stock a huge selection of low-voltage emergency drivers for strip and linear fixtures, all designed for clean, internal installation. Keep your facility safe and code-compliant. Browse our products or call our experts at 855-305-0665 for help.
