LED Drivers for Stadium & Sports Lighting
Sports lighting projects range from high-mast outdoor fields and coastal venues exposed to humidity, salt and wind, to enclosed arenas, broadcast stadiums and multi-purpose event venues. uPowerTek provides driver platforms matched to the luminaire’s input voltage, power, output architecture, control and environmental requirements.
- Single & Multi-Channel
- Isolated & Non-Isolated
- 120–277Vac Platforms
- 200–480Vac Platforms
- Up to 2000W Total Power
- Analog & Digital Control Options
Capabilities depend on series, model and complete configuration. Confirm the latest datasheet for the selected driver.
SPORTS LIGHTING ENVIRONMENTS
Different Venues Create Different Driver Requirements
The right driver platform depends on more than fixture wattage. Mounting height, local grid conditions, exposure, thermal design, broadcast demands, control response and maintenance access all shape the final luminaire architecture.
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High-Mast Outdoor Fields
Long-throw luminaires and remote mounting place greater emphasis on high power, wide-input platforms, surge protection and serviceability.
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Coastal & Harsh-Environment Venues
Humidity, salt-laden air, wind and temperature variation require careful enclosure, thermal, grounding and protection design at fixture level.
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Indoor Arenas & Sports Halls
Compact installation spaces and frequent operating-mode changes increase the importance of thermal integration, smooth dimming and flexible control.
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Broadcast & Multi-Purpose Stadiums
Camera-facing competition lighting and event operation can require low-ripple output, accurate dimming and fast, coordinated control response.
OUTPUT ARCHITECTURE
Start With the Luminaire, Then Select the Driver Platform
Sports-lighting luminaires can use single-output white-light architectures or multi-channel platforms for independently controlled LED boards and RGBW functionality.
WHITE-LIGHT PLATFORM
Single-Output Sports Lighting
For high-power white-light luminaires used in competition, training, broadcast and general venue illumination.
- BLD / TLD
- BLK / SLK
- Isolated / Non-Isolated
DEDICATED RGBW SOLUTION
RGBW & Multi-Channel Lighting
For triple- or quad-output luminaires. Detailed channel architecture, control and model information is covered on the dedicated RGBW page.
- Triple / Quad Output
- Isolated / Non-Isolated
SINGLE-OUTPUT PORTFOLIO
Four Series for Different Input and Isolation Requirements
Select the single-output platform by input voltage, power level, isolation requirement, LED load and complete luminaire design.
ISOLATED · SINGLE OUTPUT
BLD Series
Input120–277VacSports Range500–800W
Isolated platform for high-power sports-lighting designs on 120–277Vac input systems.
ISOLATED · SINGLE OUTPUT
TLD Series
Input200–480VacSports Range400–1200W
Isolated high-voltage-input platform for high-power stadium luminaires.
NON-ISOLATED · SINGLE OUTPUT
BLK Series
Input120–277VacPower Options400–810W
Non-isolated option for suitable 120–277Vac sports-lighting luminaire designs.
NON-ISOLATED · SINGLE OUTPUT
SLK Series
Input200–480VacPower Options600–1200W
Non-isolated single-output platform for suitable high-voltage-input luminaire designs.
Power ranges are portfolio summaries. Confirm the complete ordering code, electrical specifications, certification and warranty in the latest approved documents.
RGBW & MULTI-CHANNEL OPTIONS
A Dedicated Page Covers the Complete RGBW Solution
RGBW is one part of the wider sports-lighting portfolio. uPowerTek offers isolated and non-isolated triple- and quad-output options for fixtures that need independently controlled LED channels.
- TYKT and TYKQ non-isolated multi-channel platforms
- Selected BLD and TLD isolated multi-output platforms
- DMX/RDM, DALI-2/D4i and other control options depending on configuration
- Model-dependent channel loading, power and auxiliary functions
SPORTS LIGHTING PERFORMANCE
Driver Capabilities Matched to Venue Requirements
Different projects prioritize different combinations of lighting quality, dynamic response, control, protection and system integration. Applicable capabilities should be verified at model and luminaire level.
Lighting Quality
Low-ripple, stable-output and smooth low-level-dimming options for camera-facing and visual-comfort requirements.
Dynamic Performance
Fast on/off and dimming-response options for competition modes, scene changes and synchronized operation.
Smart Control
0–10V, DALI-2, D4i, DMX/RDM and programming options depending on the selected configuration.
Protection & Integration
Surge, thermal, low-inrush, auxiliary-power and mechanical-integration options by model.
CONTROL OPTIONS
Match the Driver to the Venue Control System
Control protocols are selected by series and complete configuration. Confirm interface type, response requirements, auxiliary power and controller compatibility during luminaire development.
- 0–10V / PWM — conventional dimming and fixture-level control on selected models
- DALI-2 / D4i — addressable lighting and luminaire data where supported
- DMX512 / RDM — fast venue commands, addressing and device management on applicable models
- NFC / Programming — configure model-dependent output and operating parameters
ENGINEERED FOR OUTDOOR SPORTS LIGHTING
Reliability for Demanding Venue Environments
High-mast and outdoor luminaires must operate through electrical, thermal and environmental stress while remaining practical to install and maintain.
- Built-in surge-protection options selected for the project environment
- External- and internal-NTC thermal-protection options on applicable configurations
- Low-inrush-current designs to support system-level circuit planning
- Ingress-protection and mechanical-integration features depending on enclosure type
- Lifetime, temperature range, certification and warranty confirmed by selected model
Complete fixture design must also address enclosure sealing, corrosion resistance, grounding, thermal paths and local safety requirements—especially for coastal and exposed installations.
PORTFOLIO OVERVIEW
Find the Right Sports Lighting Driver Family
Start with the input platform, isolation requirement, output architecture, total power and control system, then confirm the complete driver configuration.
BLD
120–277Vac
Isolated · Single Output
500–800W sports range
TLD
200–480Vac
Isolated · Single Output
400–1200W sports range
BLK
120–277Vac
Non-Isolated · Single Output
400–810W options
SLK
200–480Vac
Non-Isolated · Single Output
600–1200W options
RGBW / Multi-Channel
TYKT / TYKQ and selected BLD / TLD multi-output platforms cover isolated and non-isolated triple- and quad-output requirements. Continue to the dedicated RGBW page for detailed architecture, channel and model information.
TECHNICAL DOWNLOADS
Sports Lighting Driver Datasheets
Search the current document library by series or power. File names, revision dates and downloads are supplied by the existing uPowerTek technical-download system.
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BLD-1K1-C Rev H 1 file(s) 751 downloads |
1000W |
June 29, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-240-C Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 764 downloads |
240W |
June 5, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-1K2-C Rev C.pdf 1 file(s) 694 downloads |
1200W |
May 28, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-320-C -NNNNS4 Triple Output Driver Rev A 1 file(s) 481 downloads |
320W |
April 13, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-320-C -NNNNS3 Triple Output Driver Rev A 1 file(s) 636 downloads |
320W |
April 13, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-800-C -NNNNS4 RGBW Quad Output Driver Rev A 1 file(s) 648 downloads |
800W |
April 13, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-800-C -NNNNS3 RGB Triple Output Driver Rev A 1 file(s) 568 downloads |
800W |
April 13, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-600-C -NNNNS4 RGBW Quad Output Driver Rev A 1 file(s) 648 downloads |
600W |
April 13, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-600-C -NNNNS3 RGB Triple Output Driver Rev A 1 file(s) 541 downloads |
600W |
April 13, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-200-C -NNNNS3 Triple Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 338 downloads |
200W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-200-C -NNNNS4 Quad Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 331 downloads |
200W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-240-C -NNNNS3 Triple Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 352 downloads |
240W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-240-C -NNNNS4 Quad Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 277 downloads |
240W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-320-C -NNNNS3 Triple Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 258 downloads |
320W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-320-C -NNNNS4 Quad Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 799 downloads |
320W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TYKQ1K0-C Quad Output Driver Rev D.pdf 1 file(s) 848 downloads |
1000W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKQ1K2-C Quad Output Driver Rev E.pdf 1 file(s) 536 downloads |
1200W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKQ1K6-C Quad Output Driver Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 914 downloads |
1600W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKQ2K0-C Quad Output Driver Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 421 downloads |
2000W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKQ600-C Quad Output Driver Rev F.pdf 1 file(s) 890 downloads |
600W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKQ800-C Quad Output Driver Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 804 downloads |
800W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKT1K2-C Triple Output Driver Rev F.pdf 1 file(s) 470 downloads |
1200W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKT1K5-C Triple Output Driver Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 415 downloads |
1500W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKT1K8-C Triple Output Driver Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 434 downloads |
1800W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKT2K0-C Triple Output Driver Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 480 downloads |
2000W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKT600-C Triple Output Driver Rev F.pdf 1 file(s) 388 downloads |
600W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TYKT900-C Triple Output Driver Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 515 downloads |
900W |
May 27, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-400-C -NNNNS3 RGB Triple Output Driver Rev C.pdf 1 file(s) 709 downloads |
400W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-400-C -NNNNS4 RGBW Quad Output Driver Rev D.pdf 1 file(s) 860 downloads |
400W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-480-C -NNNNS3 RGB Triple Output Driver Rev D.pdf 1 file(s) 827 downloads |
480W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-480-C -NNNNS4 RGBW Quad Output Driver Rev D.pdf 1 file(s) 885 downloads |
480W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-600-C -NNNNS3 RGB Triple Output Driver Rev D.pdf 1 file(s) 784 downloads |
600W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-600-C -NNNNS4 RGBW Quad Output Driver Rev D.pdf 1 file(s) 785 downloads |
600W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-800-C -NNNNS3 RGB Triple Output Driver Rev C.pdf 1 file(s) 983 downloads |
800W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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TLD-800-C -NNNNS4 RGBW Quad Output Driver Rev C.pdf 1 file(s) 813 downloads |
800W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-400-C -NNNNS3 Triple Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 783 downloads |
400W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-400-C -NNNNS4 Quad Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 1032 downloads |
400W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-500-C -NNNNS3 Triple Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 1075 downloads |
500W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-500-C -NNNNS4 Quad Output Driver Rev A.pdf 1 file(s) 733 downloads |
500W |
January 22, 2026 | Download |
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BLD-040-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1756 downloads |
40W |
January 10, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-060-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1618 downloads |
60W |
January 10, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-075-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1360 downloads |
75W |
January 10, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-096-C -A00000 Rev I.pdf 1 file(s) 1746 downloads |
96W |
January 10, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-120-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1363 downloads |
120W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-120-C -NVA000 Rev F.pdf 1 file(s) 1716 downloads |
120W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-150-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1851 downloads |
150W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-1K0-C Rev B.pdf 1 file(s) 1068 downloads |
1000W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-200-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1529 downloads |
200W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-240-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1891 downloads |
240W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-320-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1388 downloads |
320W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-400-C -A00000 Rev H.pdf 1 file(s) 1302 downloads |
400W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-500-C Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 1200 downloads |
500W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-600-C -NV0000 Rev E.pdf 1 file(s) 1084 downloads |
600W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-600-C Rev K.pdf 1 file(s) 1155 downloads |
600W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-610-C Rev J.pdf 1 file(s) 1057 downloads |
610W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-700-C Rev L.pdf 1 file(s) 1149 downloads |
700W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-710-C Rev K.pdf 1 file(s) 1220 downloads |
710W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-800-C Rev L.pdf 1 file(s) 1151 downloads |
800W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-810-C Rev K.pdf 1 file(s) 1033 downloads |
810W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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BLD-900-C Rev E.pdf 1 file(s) 1308 downloads |
900W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-160-C Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 603 downloads |
160W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-200-C Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 591 downloads |
200W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-320-C Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 651 downloads |
320W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-400-C Rev G.pdf 1 file(s) 554 downloads |
400W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-480-C Rev F.pdf 1 file(s) 606 downloads |
480W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-600-C Rev M.pdf 1 file(s) 641 downloads |
600W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-610-C Rev E.pdf 1 file(s) 884 downloads |
610W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-700-C Rev K.pdf 1 file(s) 959 downloads |
700W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-710-C Rev E.pdf 1 file(s) 685 downloads |
710W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-800-C Rev O.pdf 1 file(s) 919 downloads |
800W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
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TLD-810-C Rev E.pdf 1 file(s) 683 downloads |
810W |
January 14, 2025 | Download |
PROJECT SUPPORT
Discuss Your Sports Lighting Project
Share the input voltage, output architecture, power level, LED voltage/current, isolation requirement and preferred control protocol. Our team will help review the driver platform for your luminaire project.
