Important factors for choosing the best batteries for UPS backup power system
27 Aug 2021
Important electronics that help you to run your business can shut down during electrical surges or outages and brownouts. By implementing a battery backup or an uninterrupted power supply (UPS) you are able to avoid losing unsaved data or harming the electronics in many ways. Battery backup for UPS solutions are the best choice to protect your investments and valuable devices.
Things to consider when choosing batteries for your UPS backup power system:
When searching for a battery backup, pay attention to the following things:
1. Battery type:
UPS power supply applications normally use the VRLA AGM type because of its lower internal resistance, high specific power and efficiency, low self-discharge and lower purchasing cost. AGM UPS batteries also charge faster and can deliver a high current of short duration. Lithium Iron (LifePO4) UPS batteries are becoming an increasingly attractive alternative to Lead Acid where power availability has absolutely the highest priority. They offer higher reliability than VRLA solutions.
2. Backup runtime required:
You need to think about what you would like to do with the battery power when a power problem occurs. Would you like to focus on shutting down all of your connected devices safely? Do you want to keep your devices running during the power problem? You must determine the runtime. Runtime is the number of minutes a UPS system can support the attached devices with electricity during a blackout. The minimum runtime is the time you need to complete proper equipment shutdown.
When choosing batteries for runtime, you will be looking at the length of time the batteries in the UPS system can support equipment through power outages when utility power is unavailable. Keep in mind that the smaller the wattage load connected, the longer the batteries will last. The larger the wattage load, the shorter the runtime will be.
You can put your faith on EverExceed Lithium Iron (LifePO4) UPS batteries, Modular Range VRLA batteries for your longer run time requirements with extreme PSOC performance and Aino micro Range batteries, HR range VRLA batteries can support you reliably and smoothly for shorter run times. Just choose as per your requirement.
3. Capacity:
The higher the UPS battery backup system capacity is, the more electronic items can be plugged into it at one time. If you are a homeowner and only need the backup system for one desktop computer then, a large capacity will be unnecessary. However, if you own a business and will have a number of large electronic items plugged into your UPS backup system, then you will need to consider getting a UPS system with a larger capacity battery backup system.
EverExceed has extremely powerful and long designed life Modular Max Range VRLA battery and deep cycle Tubular OPzV Range VRLA Batteries for most demanding UPS systems of workstations and data centers having large capacity. For smaller capacity requirement you can choose Aino Micro range VRLA batteries.
4. Warranty:
Having at least one year warranty on any technical or electrical item is essential as things can go wrong that are not the fault of the owner. In order to ensure that you get reliable and long lasting service from your UPS backup system, make sure to consider choosing batteries with warranty as long as possible.
EverExceed Lithium-Iron (LifePO4) battery offers a unique combination of float charging capability and high cycling performance to match with same life expectancy of the UPS system. And these batteries have long warranty of 2years/5 years (optional). EverExceed Max range VRLA series batteries also have a 2+ years of warranty period which makes it a perfect choice for UPS.
5. Footprint:
During choosing batteries for your UPS backup system, you should pay attention to your available space also. You should choose a suitable, compact and highly efficient battery model for your system which will ensure the mobility and save the precious space in your workplace or datacenter.
EverExceed advanced Lithium-Iron (LifePO4) battery requires only 30% space in compare to the standard Lead acid batteries, and also it weighs only 40% than a standard lead acid battery. The compact footprint of this battery is a great advantage for your UPS applications.
6. Price:
Price is the last consideration that anyone who is looking to get a UPS backup system should consider. In critical applications like data centers, bank, hospital etc. compared with the loss caused by the power cut, the reliability is much important than the price. Also later if you buy batteries separately to increase the reliability of your backup system, the total initial cost gets higher. So considering purchasing standard AGM or Gel UPS batteries together with the UPS can be a cost effective solution for you. The largest factor influencing the battery price is the life cycle rating of the battery. For example, Gel batteries rated for 600-800 cycles at 50% DOD will be higher priced than AGM batteries rated for 400-500 cycles at 50% DOD.
We offer a reliable range of both AGM and Gel batteries specifically designed for the high power requirements of the most demanding UPS systems. Also our Lithium-Iron (LifePO4) battery returns your initial investment in a very short time with its longer life, 100% DOD capability, maintenance free operation. You should also consider that.
If you have any further doubt regarding how to choose a right battery backup for your UPS or which battery should be chosen for your system, then feel free to contact with us. We are waiting for your valuable message.
