Emergency drivers for outdoor fixtures are rugged, low-voltage DC backup systems engineered to be installed inside luminaires like wall packs and canopy lights. These specialized emergency drivers are built to withstand the demanding conditions within an outdoor fixture, ensuring that building perimeters, covered walkways, and parking structures remain safely illuminated during a power outage. They provide a self-contained emergency solution, enhancing both life safety and security.
Key Features of an Outdoor Emergency Driver
An emergency LED driver installed within an outdoor fixture must handle extreme conditions. Unlike standard indoor models, these drivers are built with enhanced durability:
- Wide Operating Temperature Range: This is the most critical feature. These drivers use high-performance batteries and industrial-grade components designed to operate reliably in the extreme heat and cold that can build up inside a sealed fixture housing (e.g., -20°C to 55°C).
- Moisture and Corrosion Resistance: While protected by the fixture's housing, these drivers are built with components that resist moisture and corrosion, ensuring a long service life in damp or humid conditions.
How Low-Voltage Drivers Work in Outdoor Fixtures
The emergency drivers in this category are all low-voltage DC output models, providing a completely independent and highly reliable backup system.
They are installed inside the body of the wall pack or canopy light and wired directly to the fixture's LED modules. During a power outage, the emergency driver automatically activates, bypassing the normal driver and delivering a low-voltage DC current, typically in the 15-60VDC range, directly to the LEDs. This direct-to-module method ensures the lights will come on even if the fixture's standard driver has failed.
Find Your Outdoor Emergency Driver at Bees Lighting
Don't let a power outage leave your property in the dark. At Bees Lighting, we stock a complete line of durable, low-voltage emergency drivers for outdoor fixtures. We have the wide-temperature solutions designed to fit inside your wall packs and canopy lights. Keep your exterior spaces safe. Browse our selection or call our experts at 855-305-0665.
