wall mount ups battery backup
When a power outage strikes, keeping your critical devices running can be challenging. Traditional uninterruptible power supply UPS systems are often too large and heavy to wall-mount in a home or office environment. A wall-mounted UPS is smaller and lighter than the traditional versions and can be installed in places where floor space is limited, such as closets or small server rooms. A wall-mounted UPS increases battery uptime by supplying clean, consistent power from taps directly from the utility source rather than through utility lines that feed your home or business. Depending on your needs, you can choose between a surge protector with backup battery, a hybrid unit that combines multiple functions into one device, or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system with battery backup. Here are some essential details about these three types of wall-mount UPS units.
What is a Wall Mounted Surge Protector With Backup Battery?
A surge protector with backup battery can protect your sensitive electronics from power surges and spikes, and provide battery backup in the case of a sudden outage. Surge protector UPS systems are designed to protect computer, networking, and other sensitive electronics equipment from power surges and spikes as well as provide battery backup in the event of a sudden outage (for example, if a transformer blows nearby). Wall-mounted surge protector UPS systems are generally small and lightweight enough to mount directly to a wall, making them ideal for use in small server rooms or closets. Typically, the wall-mounted surge protector has one or more outlets where you can plug in your computer, networking, or other sensitive electronics equipment. There may be buttons or switches on the unit that you can use to turn the surge protection feature on or off as needed. You can also plug in other devices to use the surge protector as a normal power strip, without the battery backup feature.
What is a Wall Mounted Hybrid UPS?
A hybrid UPS, which is sometimes called an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) or line conditioner, has both surge protection and battery backup. If the power is interrupted, a hybrid UPS kicks in to keep your equipment running until the power is restored. Hybrid UPS systems are often used in computer server rooms and telecommunications rooms where the equipment needs to stay on at all times. These systems may be on the heavy side and not practical for mounting on a wall in other environments. Some wall-mounted hybrid UPS systems have a circuit breaker or switch you can turn on and off. You can also plug in your equipment directly to the UPS to protect against surges and power outages.
What is a Wall Mounted Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) System?
An uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system has both surge protection and battery backup. If the power is interrupted, the UPS kicks in to keep your equipment running until the power is restored. UPS systems are often used in computer server rooms and telecommunications rooms where the equipment needs to stay on at all times. Wall-mounted UPS systems are generally larger and heavier than surge protector systems and not practical for mounting directly to a wall. Some wall-mounted UPS units have a circuit breaker or switch that you can turn on and off as needed. You can also plug in your equipment directly to the UPS to protect against surges and power outages.
Why Install a Wall Mounted UPS?
Wall-mounted UPS systems can help keep your sensitive electronics running even during power outages. Connect your computer, networking equipment, and other critical devices to a wall-mounted surge protector for basic protection against power surges and spikes. Or, connect your computer, networking equipment, and other critical devices to a hybrid or UPS system for the added protection of a battery backup in case of a sudden outage. In addition to surge protection and battery backup, hybrid and UPS systems can often provide other valuable functions, such as providing clean, consistent power from taps directly from the utility source rather than through utility lines that feed your home or business. Depending on your needs, you can choose between a surge protector with a backup battery, a hybrid unit that combines multiple functions into one device, or an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) system with battery backup.
How to Install a Wall Mounted UPS?
Research and understand the options available. You can start by reviewing our Wall-Mounted UPS Buyer’s Guide. Once you have some basic information, select the type of wall-mounted UPS unit you want to be based on your specific needs and requirements. Next, find a wall-mounted UPS unit that meets your specific needs, including power capacity and type of plugs and outlets. Wall-mounted UPS units are often heavy, so make sure you have adequate wall stud space and wall strength to support the weight of the device. Before installation, make sure the circuit breaker or fuse box is accessible, so you can turn off power to the wall-mounted UPS in case of an emergency.
Conclusion
Electrical power outages can disrupt your life and disrupt your business. Traditional uninterruptible power supply UPS systems are often too large and heavy to wall-mount in a home or office environment. A wall-mounted UPS is smaller and lighter than the traditional versions and can be installed in places where floor space is limited (such as closets or small server rooms). Wall-mounted UPS systems can help keep your sensitive electronics running even during power outages.
