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LCAI ECO / LCI TOP
Product manual

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Table of contents
Validity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Imprint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Intended use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Dangers associated with the operation of the system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Environment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Additional instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Description and key features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Description of Key Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Three-part layer structure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Dimming technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Housing variants . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Adjustable output current, voltage and power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Compatibility between LED module and LED Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Comparison of data sheet values with a 5-point guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Application of the 5-point guideline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
Practical tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Installation notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Safety information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Function of the earth terminal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Routing the wires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Maximum loading of circuit breakers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
corridorFUNCTION (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
DSI (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
switchDIM (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Power-up Fading (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
DALI (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
Constant Light Output (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
Over the Lifetime (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
DC recognition (ECO, TOP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Dimming on DC (ECO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Intelligent Temperature Guard (ECO, TOP, TEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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Intelligent Temperature Guard (ECO, TOP, TEC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Intelligent Temperature Management (ECO, TOP) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Reference list . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Additional information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Downloads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
Technical data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64

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1. Validity
These operating instructions are valid for LED Driver of the LCAI ECO and LCI TOP series.
If a reference is made to one of the two versions then the descriptions are valid only for that version.
In total the series comprises three versions. However, the third version LCI TEC is not covered in detail within this
documentation.
TRIDONIC GmbH & Co KG is constantly striving to develop all its products. This means that there may be changes
in form, equipment and technology.
Claims cannot therefore be made on the basis of information, diagrams or descriptions in these instructions.
The latest version of these operating instructions is available on our home page.
1.1. Copyright
This documentation may not be changed, expanded, copied or passed to third parties without the prior written
agreement of TRIDONIC GmbH & Co KG.
We are always open to comments, corrections and requests. Please send them to [email protected]
1.2. Imprint
Tridonic GmbH & Co KG
Färbergasse 15
6851 Dornbirn
Austria
T [phone]
F [phone]
www.tridonic.com
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2. Safety instructions
The instructions in this section have been compiled to ensure that operators and users of LED Driver LCAI ECO and
LCI TOP from Tridonic are able to detect potential risks in good time and take the necessary preventative
measures.
The operator must ensure that all users fully understand these instructions and adhere to them. This device may
only be installed and configured by suitably qualified personnel.
2.1. Intended use
2.1.1. Proper use
Operation of LED light modules. The device may only be used for this intended purpose.
2.1.2. Improper use
Outdoor use. Extensions and modifications to the product.
2.2. Dangers associated with the operation of the system
2.3. Environment
½WARNING!
Improper use could result in injury, malfunction or damage to property.
It must be ensured that the operator informs every user of existing hazards.
½DANGER!
Danger of electrocution
Disconnect the power to the entire lighting system before working on the lighting system!
½DANGER!
Not to be used in corrosive or explosive environments.
½CAUTION!
Risk of damage caused by humidity and condensation
Only use the control device in dry rooms and protect it against humidity!_
Prior to commissioning the system, wait until the control device is at room temperature and completely dry!_

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2.4. Additional instructions
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½CAUTION!
Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC)
Although the device meets the stringent requirements of the appropriate directives and standards on
electromagnetic compatibility, it could potentially interfere with other devices under certain circumstances!

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3. Description and key features
3.1. Description of Key Features
LCAI ECO and LCI TOP is a portfolio of LED Driver. It has been optimised and simplified to meet the typical
requirements of LED solutions.
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State-of-the-art dimming technology:
The combination of two dimming techniques provides stepless dimming from 100 % to 1 % (ECO only)
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Broad range of casing shapes:
Different casing shapes (compact, independent, low profile) and sizes for different built-in versions
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Adjustable output current:
Simple option for setting current and voltage values transition-free (ECO and TOP) allows the device to be
used with virtually all light modules
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Same functions as for fluorescents:
Familiar functions (e.g. dimming, DALI, DSI, switchDIM, corridorFUNCTION) are fully usable and make it
easier to switch to LED lighting
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3.2. Three-part layer structure
The three layers LCAI ECO, LCI TOP and LCI TEC differ as follows:
Portfolio ECO TOP TEC
Dimming Amplitude + PWM dimming
PWM frequency 500 Hz
Dimming range 1-100 %
DALI DT6
DSI
switchDIM
corridorFUNCTION
DC operation supporting EN 50172
DC level fixed
DC level adjustable
Current adjustment Adjustable
Via resistor or plug
Via DALI
current resolution 1/25/50 mA 25/50 mA
current tolerances +/- 3 % +/- 5 % +/- 7.5 %
Functions & Performances CLO function
Intelligent temperature guard
Intelligent temperature management
Standby losses <0.2 W

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Rated supply voltage 220-240 V 220-240 V 220-240 V
Lifetime @ T max
a50,000 50,000 30,000
T range
a-25...+55 °C -25...+55 °C -25...+55 °C
3.2.1. ECO - top performer in efficiency and versatility
3.2.2. TOP - optimum performance and a high degree of flexibility
3.2.3. TEC - simply reliable and reliably simple
Dimming: Can be dimmed from 100 % to 1 % via DALI, DSI, switchDIM and corridorFUNCTION_
Casing shapes: Three different casing shapes (compact, independent, low profile)_
Output current: The output current can be set steplessly to any value via DALI or a resistor (150 - 400 mA,
350 - 900 mA, 900 - 1750 mA)
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Functions/features:_
Dimming: corridorFUNCTION, DSI, switchDIM, DALI, power-up fading_
Normal operation: Constant Light Output, Over The Life_
Emergency mode: DC detection, dimming on DC_
Protection: Intelligent Temperature Guard, Intelligent Temperature Management_
Dimming: Non-dimming_
Casing shapes: Three different casing shapes (compact, independent, low profile)_
Output current: The output current can be set via a resistor in steps of 25 mA or 50 mA (150 - 400 mA, 350 -
900 mA, 900 - 1,750 mA)
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Functions/features:_
Emergency mode: DC detection_
Protection: Intelligent Temperature Guard, Intelligent Temperature Management_
Dimming: Non-dimming_
Casing shapes: Three different casing shapes (compact, independent, low profile)_
Output current: Different output currents that are fixed and cannot be changed (350 mA, 500 mA, 700 mA,
1,050 mA, 1,400 mA, 1,700 mA)
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Functions/features:_
Protection: Intelligent Temperature Guard_

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INOTICE
The TEC layer is mentioned in certain parts of the documentation but not described in full detail.

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3.3. Dimming technology
The dimmable ECO devices can be dimmed between 100% and 1%. Two dimming methods are combined in order
to cover this wide range:
Dimming is stepless. The transition between the two dimming methods is seamless and is imperceptible to the
human eye.
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Current amplitude dimming:
The dimming range between 100 % and 35 % is controlled by adjusting the amplitude of the current. The
current value specified for the device corresponds to a dimming level of 100 %. The amplitude of the current
is reduced to reduce the dimming level.
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Dimming by pulse width modulation (PWM):
The dimming range between 35 % and 1 % is controlled by pulse width modulation. After the minimum
possible current amplitude has been reached, corresponding to a dimming level of 35 %, the output current is
pulse width modulated to achieve even lower dimming levels.
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3.4. Housing variants
All the layers are available in three different housing variants: compact, independent and low profile.
Image Description
Housing variant compact
Housing variant independent
Housing variant low profile
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Compact shape for installation inside the luminaire casing
(in-built)
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Typical area of application: Spotlights, Downlights_
Long and small shape for installation outside the luminaire
casing (remote)
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Typical area of application: Spotlights, Downlights_
Special characteristic: Full loop-through capability of mains
and interface (DALI) cables
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Flat shape for a space-saving installation inside the luminaire
casing (in-built)
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Typical area of application: area lighting, linear lighting_

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3.5. Adjustable output current, voltage and power
LCAI ECO and LCI TOP allow for different combinations of power and current based on the standard lumen
packages available on the market.
3.5.1. Output current
All the layers cover different output currents. The output currents are fixed or adjustable depending on the layer:
ECO:
TOP:
TEC:
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Adjustable values_
Adjustable via resistor, I-Select plug and DALI / masterCONFIGURATOR_
3 types:_
Low current: 150 - 400 mA_
Mid-current: 350 - 900 mA_
High current: 900 - 1,750 mA_
Adjustable values_
Adjustable via resistor and plug_
3 types:_
Low current: 150 - 400 mA_
Mid-current: 350 - 900 mA_
High current: 900 - 1,750 mA_
Fixed values (350 mA, 500 mA, 700 mA, 1,050 mA, 1,400 mA, 1,700 mA)_

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Adjustment of the output current via different resistance values
The output current of the LED Driver can be changed by setting different resistances.The resistance values are
taken from the E96 series. Depending on the particular device used, the settings are made in steps of 25 mA or 50
mA.
The following values apply to LED Driver LCAI 20W 350mA-900mA ECO C and LCAI 20W 350mA-900mA ECO SR.
Output current Forward voltage range ISET resistance value
350 mA 22 - 50.0 V Offen
375 mA 22 - 50.0 V 71.50 kΩ
400 mA 22 - 50.0 V 66.50 kΩ
425 mA 21 - 47.5 V 61.90 kΩ
450 mA 20 - 45.0 V 57.60 kΩ
475 mA 18 - 42.5 V 53.60 kΩ
500 mA 18 - 40.5 V 49.90 kΩ
525 mA 17 - 38.5 V 45.30 kΩ
550 mA 16 - 36.5 V 42.20 kΩ
575 mA 15 - 35.0 V 38.30 kΩ
600 mA 15 - 33.5 V 35.70 kΩ
625 mA 14 V 32.5 V 32.40 kΩ
650 mA 13 - 31.0 V 28.70 kΩ
675 mA 13 - 30.0 V 26.10 kΩ
700 mA 12 - 29.0 V 22.00 kΩ
725 mA 12 - 28.0 V 17.40 kΩ

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750 mA 12 - 27.0 V 15.00 kΩ
775 mA 11 - 26.0 V 12.40 kΩ
800 mA 11 - 25.5 V 10.00 kΩ
825 mA 10 - 24.5 V 7.68 kΩ
850 mA 10 - 24.0 V 5.36 kΩ
875 mA 10 - 23.5 V 3.16 kΩ
900 mA 10 - 22.5 V Short-circuit (0 Ω)
Adjustment of the output current via I-Select plugs
TRIDONIC supplies I-Select plugs for the most common output current values. These plugs are listed as
accessories in the data sheet and can be ordered at the same time as the LED Driver.
Devices with a current range of 150 - 400 mA
Output current I-Select-Plug
150 mA open
300 mA blue, 0300
350 mA blue, 0350
400 mA grey, max
INOTICE
Please note that the resistor values for I-select 2 are not compatible with I-select (generation 1). Installation of an
incorrect resistor may cause irreparable damage to the LED module(s).
Resistors for the main output current values can be ordered from Tridonic. Further information about accessories
can be found on the TRIDONIC homepage and in the data sheet at "accessories" (see ).Reference list, p. 64

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Devices with a current range of 350 - 900 mA
Output current I-Select-Plug
350 mA open
500 mA green, 0500
700 mA green, 0700
900 mA green, max
Devices with a current range of 900 - 1.750 mA
Output current I-Select-Plug
900 mA open
1.050 mA brown, 1050
1.400 mA brown, 1400
1.700 mA grey, max
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3.5.2. Output voltage
The output voltage range results from the current selected. For more information see the data sheet.
The following graph shows the relationship between output voltage [V], x-axxis and output current [mA], y-axxis
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4. Compatibility between LED module and LED Driver
There are two stages involved in the check for compatibility between the LED module and the LED Driver.
4.1. Comparison of data sheet values with a 5-point guideline
Different values for the two components need to be considered when comparing the data sheets. The following
table shows which values are involved and which requirements they must meet.
Comparison
of…
Value in
LED module
Value in
LED Driver Detailed procedure
(1) Current Imax = Output
current
Max. DC
forward
current
≥ Output
current +
tolerances
(2) Voltage Min. forward
voltage
> Min. output
voltage
Max. forward
voltage
< Max. output
voltage
The requirements for operating together can be checked by comparing the data sheets_
Subsequent practical tests can ensure that there are no unexpected problems during actual operation_
Determine forward current of LED module_
Check whether LED Driver can be operated with the
same output current
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Check whether max. DC forward current of LED
module is greater than or equal to output current of
LED Driver (including tolerances)
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½CAUTION!
The max. DC forward current can be temperature
dependent!
Refer to the derating curve of the LED module data
sheet.
Check whether voltage range of LED module is
completely within the voltage range of LED Driver
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½CAUTION!
!The forward voltage is temperature dependent
Refer to the Vf/t diagram in the data sheet.
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(3) LF current
ripple
Max.
permissible
LF current
ripple
≥ Output LF
current ripple
(< 120 Hz)
(4) Max. peak
current
Max.
permissible
peak current
> Max. output
current peak
(5) Power
(pertinent for
multi channel
control gear)
Min. power
consumption
> Min. output
power
Max. power
consumption
< Max. output
power
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Check whether max. permissible LF current ripple of
LED module is greater than or equal to output LF
current ripple of LED Driver
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Check whether max. permissible peak current of
LED module is greater than max. output current
peak of LED Driver
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Check whether power range of LED module is
completely within output power range of LED Driver
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4.2. Application of the 5-point guideline
The compatibility check with the 5-point guideline is shown here using two examples.
4.2.1. Example 1
Comparison data for LED Driver
LED Driver
Designation LCI 20W 350mA-900mA TOP C
Manufacturer TRIDONIC
Data sheet values of LED Driver
Output current 500 mA
Output current tolerance ± 5 %
Min. output voltage 18 V (1)
Max. output voltage 40 V (1)
Output LF current ripple ± 2 %
Max. output current peak 600 mA
Output power 20.0 W
(1) Values at 500 mA