If you are just starting your UPS system purchase process, it can be overwhelming to sift through all the content, regulations, rules, runtimes, and everything else necessary to ensure you are making the correct purchase. To assist you, we have compiled this UPS buying guide to outline a few of the most important factors to… Read More
Eaton BladeUPS vs. Vertiv EXM
Today’s smaller computer rooms with fluctuating loads or growing load environments often do not need large capacity UPS systems right away. The BladeUPS system from Eaton provides this low up-front cost and flexibility. The 12kW UPS and battery modules provide a stackable solution that saves space and money. In the content below, we will compare… Read More
Oh Ferrups, Where Are You? The New Eaton Ferrups UPS!
The old UPS Best Power Ferrups has not disappeared. It is now found in the new FX Series UPS from Eaton UPS Power Systems. The important Ferrups ferroresonant technology – originally designed in the 1970’s and 80’s by Best Power Systems in Necedah, WI – has stayed tried and true for the better part of… Read More
Eaton 5PX: Best Single-Phase UPS for Retail Point-of Sale Systems
The Eaton 5PX is a stand-out product for the Eaton line. 5PX systems line up and compare similarly to the APC Smart-UPS (SU model) and Vertiv (formerly Liebert) GXT models. However, they offer some increased flexibility for management of load centers, connectivity, and overall use for retail store environments. Benefits of the Eaton 5PX System… Read More
The Difference Between Amps vs. Volts vs. Watts
The term “watts” often describes power or electricity. Perhaps your floor lamp at home requires 60 or 90-watt light bulbs. However, do you know how many watts your coffee maker needs to work effectively? Additionally, similar terms such as “amps” and “volts” can quickly be confused with watts. Are you familiar with how many amps… Read More