Westire 9900
Integrated Driver Photocells
Complete streetlight control within a photocell, the world’s first 48V DC photocell with a built-in light engine driver, delivers sustainable and efficient outdoor lighting by combining sensing and control in a single compact unit.
Performance
The Westire 9900 Digi Drive Cell delivers up to 10% higher lumen output per watt than mains-operated LED luminaires, provides control of solar and hybrid DC street and area lighting, and converts outdoor lighting fixtures to operate on 12–48V DC.
Longevity
Engineered in the EU with a 35-year design life and manufactured in-house using only high-quality name-brand components, the 9900 Digi Drive Cell is the world’s first 48V DC photocell with a built-in light engine driver, combining proven reliability with long-term performance in outdoor lighting
Key Features
Key Benefits
- LED Driver Integration – Combines the LED driver within the photocell for a compact solution.
- Maintenance-Free Design – No need to open the luminaire canopy for driver maintenance or upgrades.
- Wide Voltage Range – Operates with 12–48V DC for flexible system compatibility.
- Customisable Output – Available in different light engine current ranges.
- Quick Installation – Twist & lock into the Zhaga socket to install both photocell and light engine driver in one step.
- Simplified Servicing – Streamlines maintenance of the LED luminaire.
- Extended Lifespan – LED driver cooled by ambient air convection for longer driver life.
- Short Circuit Protection – Safeguards against electrical faults.
- Constant Current Control – Ensures stable LED performance.
- EMI Filtering – Reduces interference for reliable operation.
- Sealed Protection – Both LED driver and photocell rated to IP68.
- Energy-Saving Control – Supports part-night switch off.
- Flexible Switching – Offers various light level photocell switching options.
- Advanced Scheduling – Astro clock part-night switching available as an option.
- Proven Compatibility – Designed into TE’s LumaWise Endurance 80mm base and dome.
As the world’s first 48V DC photocell with a built-in light engine driver, it transforms outdoor luminaires by combining sensing and power control in a single compact unit.
Specification
| Dimensions | 64 mm D x 78 mm H 2.51" D x 3.07" H |
| Connection Type | Zhaga Book 18 |
| Luminaire Fixing | Zhaga Book 18 socket |
| Warranty | 3 years |
| Supply Voltage | 12 V DC to 48 V DC 50/60 Hz |
| Light Engine Voltage | 12 V DC to 48 V DC |
| Light Engine Current Ranges Available: | 350 mA, 700 mA, 1050 mA |
| Ripple Noise | 350 mA – 300 mVp-p 700 mA – 500 mVp-p 1050 mA – 500 mVp-p |
| Efficiency at Full Load: | 95 % |
| Switch “On” Light Level 1: | 0, 15, 35, 55, 70, and 100 lux as standard (other levels available on request) |
| Switching Ratio | 1:0.5, 1:1, or 1:1.5 (other ratios available on request) |
| Switching Time Delay | 25 seconds |
| Switching | Dusk-to-Dawn (standard) Part-Night & Dimming (optional) |
| Ambient Light Sensor | Filtered ambient light photodiode |