Have you ever experienced ——
Just after spending 3 hours revising the plan, the screen suddenly goes black;
The power goes out halfway through the live broadcast, and the audience disappears instantly;
The server crashes for 1 minute, resulting in the loss of tens of thousands of yuan in orders...
Look at it this way! You really need a UPS!
Wait, what is UPS??
This article will quickly help you understand the uninterruptible power supply/UPS/battery backup. What exactly is it? Even beginners can understand it quickly. It's super easy!
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The most common question is:
What exactly is a UPS power supply? - The power bodyguard!
In a more straightforward definition: UPS (Uninterruptible Power Supply), also known as an "uninterruptible power source" or "uninterruptible power system", is equivalent to a "backup battery" for electrical devices.
However! The UPS power supply is not just like a so - called "portable charger"! When there is a power outage in the power grid, voltage instability, or a momentary power interruption, it can immediately switch the power supply to prevent the device from shutting down due to power failure, data loss, or damage.
With this ability to immediately switch the power supply, the UPS can play a role in different fields:
✅ Prevent sudden power outages from causing computer freezes and unsaved files;
✅ Protect servers, medical equipment, and other precision instruments from the impact of voltage fluctuations;
✅ Provide temporary power supply during a power outage, giving you time to shut down the device normally or start a backup generator.
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What are the main components of a UPS?
We can also have a simple understanding of the composition of an uninterruptible battery:
· Battery pack: The "energy warehouse" of the UPS, usually lead - acid batteries or lithium - ion batteries, which supplies power during a power outage.
· Inverter: Converts direct current into alternating current.
· Rectifier: Converts alternating current into direct current; charges the battery and supplies power to the equipment at the same time.
· Controller: Monitors the voltage and switches the power supply mode like a "brain" to ensure the normal operation of the UPS.
· Input and output interfaces: The "bridge" connecting the power grid and electrical equipment.
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How does the UPS work? - Power supply switching in a split second
(1) When the power grid is normal:
Power grid ---→ Rectifier ---→ Inverter ---→ Equipment (while charging the battery)
At this time, the UPS is like a "transfer station", stabilizing the voltage and storing energy for the battery.
(2) When the power grid is out of power or abnormal:
Battery ---→ Inverter ---→ Equipment
Instantaneous switching (usually < 10 milliseconds), the equipment can hardly feel the power outage and continues to work.
(3) When the power grid is restored:
Switch back to power grid power supply and charge the battery, waiting for the next "emergency".
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Types of UPS - "Power Stewards" Chosen on Demand
According to different working methods, common UPSs are divided into three categories, with the following characteristics:
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UPS Scenario Usage - These Scenarios Can't Do Without It!
Usage in Home Scenarios:
• Computers, NAS storage devices (to prevent data loss due to power outages)
• Fish tank air pumps, refrigerators (short - term power outages do not affect device operation)
Usage in Office Scenarios:
• Company servers, routers (to ensure network continuity)
• Printers, monitoring systems (to avoid file damage or monitoring blind spots caused by power outages)
Usage in Professional Scenarios:
• Hospital operating rooms (equipment cannot stop, otherwise it endangers lives)
• Data centers (to ensure 24 - hour operation of cloud computing and website servers)
• Bank ATMs, traffic lights (to maintain the stability of public services)
Conclusion:
Buying a UPS uninterruptible power supply system is like buying a "power insurance", ensuring smooth work without worries! Install it early, get protected early!
The above is the introduction to the UPS uninterruptible power supply system. I hope this article can help you! If you are interested in learning more, why not contact us, Hong Kong Tongliyuan!
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