Mitsubishi Electric has extended its inverter portfolio with a 690V version of its FR-A800 series inverters. The new models of the FR-A870 690V line cover power outputs up to 1.5 MW.
Power and UPS, Uninterrupted Power Supply, Power solutions, Power management
The main difference between a UPS and a power supply is that a UPS provides backup power, while a power supply simply converts AC power to DC power. Uninterruptible Power Supply is a device that provides backup power to critical electrical loads when the primary power source fails. UPSs typically use batteries to store energy, which can then be used to power loads for a limited amount of time. IT Reseller news and articles relating to Power and UPS, Uninterrupted Power Supply, Power solutions, Power management, Battery/Flywheel backup, DC Power Solutions, Surge Protective Devices, Switchgear, Power Distribution Units (PDUs), Remote Monitoring, Meters, Software, Connectivity, Enclosures & related services.
New Schneider Electric White Paper details guidance on using Li-ion technology in UPS systems
Jan 24, 2019
Lithium-ion batteries have continued to become a popular choice in edge computing and larger data centre applications. They offer several advantages over traditional valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries and are deployed in many single and three-phase uninterruptible power supply (UPS) systems today.
Riello UPS reveals five-year warranty pledge
Jan 24, 2019
Manufacturer of uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) Riello UPS is offering IT resellers some New Year cheer by introducing a standard five-year warranty.
Data centre design and build is evolving
Dec 05, 2018
By Jos Baart, Vice President, Sales & Marketing, Flexenclosure.
With new data centre capacity needed at an ever-accelerating pace, rushing the delivery of a new facility significantly increases risk.
Schneider Electric announces APC NetShelter racks and micro data centres achieve Cisco Certification
Oct 24, 2018
Schneider Electric has announced that APC NetShelter SX with Shock Packaging has achieved Cisco Unified Computing System (UCS) Pre-rack and Ship Certification, expanding certification from one standard size to covering the entire product line.
Green Mountain selects Schneider Electric prefabricated data centre modules to double its Norway co-location capacity
Oct 18, 2018
Green Mountain AS has awarded Schneider Electric a significant order to deliver data centre infrastructure to support increased capacity at its two Norwegian sites in Telemark and Stavanger.
Two Schneider Electric smart factories recognised as the Lighthouses of the Fourth Industrial Revolution by the World Economic Forum
Oct 10, 2018
Schneider Electric has had its Le Vaudreuil factory in France selected among the world’s top nine advanced “lighthouse” site that embed the technologies of the Fourth Industrial Revolution into modern production at the World Economic Forum’s 12th Annual Meeting of theNew Champions in Tianjin, China.
APT & Schneider Electric deliver resilient data centre power upgrade to the University of Stirling
Sep 19, 2018
Set in the shadow of the Ochil Hills, the University of Stirling's magnificent 330-acre campus encompasses a loch, a golf course and the 18th-century Airthrey Castle.
UKFast launches multi-million pound public sector and AI data centre
Sep 12, 2018
Cloud firm UKFast today unveils the latest addition to its expanding data centre portfolio with the launch of a new state-of-the-art hosting facility, designed primarily to meet the needs of its growing number of government and public sector customers.
A utility grade Power-over-Ethernet supporting switch to handle growing amounts of data
Aug 29, 2018
Siemens is expanding its Ruggedcom portfolio with a new Ethernet 19 inch rack switch with Power-over-Ethernet support. Its high port density with up to 24 Power-over-Ethernet ports helps significantly reduce capital expenses by reducing the number of network devices needed.
Power & Uninterruptible Power Supply
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is a device that provides backup power to a load when the input power source or mains power fails. A UPS differs from a traditional auxiliary/emergency power system or standby generator in that it will provide near-instantaneous protection from input power interruptions by switching to energy stored in battery packs, supercapacitors or flywheels.
UPSs are typically used to protect hardware such as computers, data centers, telecommunication equipment or other electrical equipment where an unexpected power disruption could cause injuries, fatalities, serious business disruption or data loss.
There are three main types of UPSs:
- Standby UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power when the input power source fails. The battery is not constantly powered, so there is a brief delay when the UPS switches to battery power.
- Line-interactive UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power and to correct minor fluctuations in the input power source. The battery is constantly powered, so there is no delay when the UPS switches to battery power.
- Online UPS: This type of UPS uses a battery to provide backup power and to isolate the load from the input power source. The battery is constantly powered, so there is no interruption in power when the input power source fails.
The type of UPS that is best for you will depend on your specific needs. If you need to protect critical equipment from power disruptions, then an online UPS is the best option. If you are on a budget, then a standby UPS may be sufficient.
Benefits of a UPS:
- Protects your equipment from power disruptions
- Provides enough time to save your work and shut down your computer gracefully
- Prevents data loss
- Protects your equipment from damage caused by power surges and spikes
- Provides a clean and stable power supply
