MEAN WELL is expanding its XLC plastic-cased series, which already supports DALI and KNX dimming, with new models featuring Matter wireless technology: the XLC-25/40/60MA series . This new product range combines DALI, KNX, and Matter in a single driver, offering maximum flexibility and future-proofing – for use in both smart residential and commercial LED lighting solutions.
The new models with outputs of 25W, 40W and 60W fully comply with the current Matter standard 1.3 and are officially certified by the CSA Alliance. They enable smooth wireless dimming control in Matter-compatible systems and therefore significantly improve the user experience in modern, networked lighting applications.
The Matter standard is an open, manufacturer-independent communication standard for smart home devices. The aim of Matter is to improve interoperability, reliability and security in the smart home world - regardless of the manufacturer or the platform used (e.g. Apple HomeKit, Amazon Alexa, Google Home or Samsung SmartThings).
The most important features of Matter:
- Cross-platform: Devices with Matter support work reliably with various smart home systems - without proprietary stand-alone solutions.
- Local communication: Matter relies on local networks (e.g. WLAN, Thread) and enables control even without a cloud connection.
- Easier setup: Matter devices are set up in a standardized, fast and user-friendly way.
- Maximum security: Matter uses modern encryption techniques and security protocols.
Who is behind it?
Matter was developed by the Connectivity Standards Alliance (CSA) (formerly the Zigbee Alliance). Leading companies such as Apple, Google, Amazon, Samsung and many other technology manufacturers are actively involved in its development.
Why is Matter relevant for MEAN WELL LED drivers?
By integrating the Matter standard into LED drivers – as in the new XLC-25/40/60MA series from MEAN WELL – it will be possible to seamlessly integrate these drivers into a wide variety of smart home systems . This means wireless control (e.g., dimming) via a central app or voice assistant, regardless of the manufacturer.
Features of the XLC-MA series
- Matter-certified device, compliant with the Matter 1.3 specification
- Based on the Matter-over-Thread technology
- Constant power with a wide adjustable output current range (type H)
- Models with constant output voltage available: 12V/24V/48V
- Flicker-free design, compliant with CE ErP directive
- Suitable for emergency lighting applications (EL)
- Minimum dimming value: 0.5% (H-type) / 0.1% (models with constant voltage)
- Built-in antenna for easy installation
- 5 year guarantee
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XLC-25-H-MA
25W LED driver 300mA to 1050mA/9V...54V, MatterCHF 58.705 Available immediately -
XLC-25-H-MAS
25W LED driver 300mA to 1050mA/9V...54V, Matter, IndependentCHF 58.707 Available immediately -
XLC-40-H-MAS
40W LED driver 600mA to 1400mA/9V...54V, Matter, IndependentCHF 61.707 Available immediately -
XLC-40-H-MA
40W LED driver 600mA to 1400mA/9V...54V, MatterCHF 61.705 Available immediately -
XLC-60-H-MAS
60W LED driver 900mA to 1700mA/9V...54V, Matter, IndependentCHF 72.907 Available immediately -
XLC-60-H-MA
60W LED driver 900mA to 1700mA/9V...54V, MatterCHF 72.905 Available immediately -
XLC-60-48-MAS
60W LED driver 48Vdc/1.25A, Matter, IndependentCHF 72.9010 Available immediately -
XLC-60-48-MA
60W LED driver 48Vdc/1.25, MatterCHF 72.905 Available immediately -
XLC-60-24-MAS
60W LED driver 24Vdc/2.5A, Matter, IndependentCHF 72.908 Available immediately -
XLC-60-24-MA
60W LED driver 24Vdc/2.5A, MatterCHF 72.905 Available immediately -
XLC-60-12-MAS
60W LED driver 12Vdc / 5A, Matter, IndependentCHF 72.9015 Available immediately -
XLC-60-12-MA
60W LED driver 12Vdc/5A, MatterCHF 72.905 Available immediately