LED Emergency Battery Backup LED Driver – J-Box Mount (JBX Series), Self-Testing, UL 924

LED Emergency Battery Backup Driver – GLD-EM-JBX Series

The GLD-EM-JBX Series LED Emergency Battery Backup Drivers provide reliable, code-compliant emergency illumination for commercial LED fixtures, delivering 90 minutes of emergency runtime during power outages in accordance with UL 924 and NFPA 101 Life Safety Code requirements.

The GLD-EM-JBX Series is a compact, junction-box-mounted emergency battery driver designed to simplify installation while delivering dependable emergency lighting performance. Featuring an integrated J-box enclosure, this unit eliminates the need for separate remote mounting, reducing labor time and improving job-site efficiency.

These self-testing emergency drivers provide constant emergency output during power loss and automatically perform monthly and annual diagnostic tests to ensure ongoing life-safety compliance with minimal maintenance. Available in 8W and 15W emergency output options, the GLD-EM-JBX Series is compatible with a wide range of indoor commercial LED luminaires.

With a universal input voltage range, high-reliability lithium-ion battery, and 5-year warranty, this solution is ideal for retrofit and new-construction applications where space, access, and code compliance matter.

Key Features

Emergency Power Output

• 8W or 15W emergency output options

• Constant output during emergency operation

Universal Input Voltage

• 100–347Vac, 50/60Hz

• Compatible with most commercial LED drivers

Self-Testing Diagnostics

• Automatic monthly 30-second test

• Automatic annual 90-minute test

• LED indicator displays system status and faults

Integrated Junction Box Design

• Built-in J-box enclosure

• Reduces installation time

• Ideal for tight ceilings and retrofit work

Lithium-Ion Battery

• Over-charge protection

• Over-discharge protection

• Long service life

Fast Recharge

• 24-hour recharge time

Emergency Runtime

• 90 minutes (1.5 hours) minimum

Installation Flexibility

• Suitable for field or factory installation

• Designed for indoor, damp-location applications

Warranty

• 5-Year Warranty covering battery, driver, and electronics

Ideal Fixture Applications

The GLD-EM-JBX Series is commonly used with:

• LED troffers (1x4, 2x2, 2x4)

• LED flat panels

• Linear strip lights

• Vapor-tight fixtures (indoor)

• Wraparound fixtures

• Downlights and recessed fixtures

• Surface-mounted architectural luminaires

• Corridor and stairwell lighting

• Utility and storage area fixtures

• Office, education, and healthcare luminaires

Fixture compatibility should always be verified prior to installation.

Performance Summary

• Input Voltage: 100–347Vac

• Emergency Output Power: 8W or 15W

• Output Voltage: 170Vdc

• Recharge Power: 7W max

• Battery Type: Lithium-Ion

• Discharge Time: 90 minutes

• Operating Temperature: 32°F–122°F (0°C–50°C)

• Surge Protection: 3kV (Line-Neutral)

• Weight: 2.54 lbs (1.15 kg) max

• Certifications: UL Listed (US & Canada), UL 924, CSA C22.2

• Compliance: NFPA 101, CEC, Title 20

• Location Rating: Damp location, plenum rated

Available Configurations

Select the emergency output configuration that matches your fixture requirements. Output is factory configured and not field adjustable.

• GLD-EM-JBX-0817: 8W Emergency Output
  

• GLD-EM-JBX-1517: 15W Emergency Output