Why do you need a battery cabinet?

Ease of use is one of the principle selling points for battery cabinets. It is convenient to service the equipment when the UPS and the battery (ies) are right next to each other. Conversely, it is inconvenient to have to go to a separate room when open-rack batteries are installed.

Do you need a battery backup for a network closet?

Network closets and IDFs are typically remote, seldom occupied by IT staff and often neglected. The audible alarm of a UPS battery backup is useless if no one is there to hear it. However, by incorporating monitoring and alert notifications you can be notified and take action if necessary.

Do battery cabinets have top clearance?

Battery cabinets are frequently criticized for their lack of top clearance. For example, in a cabinet containing multiple strings of low ampere-hour batteries, there might be several shelves, each with one string of cells. The cell units on each shelf might be arranged two, three, or more cells deep.

Should UPS batteries be installed on racks or in cabinets?

Early on in a UPS design a decision must be made on whether batteries should be installed on racks or in cabinets. Both have pros and cons. The following are typical design considerations.

How do I choose a battery backup?

The runtime of a UPS system is an important consideration when choosing a battery backup, as it estimates how long the system's battery can support connected equipment during a power outage. The runtime varies based on the wattage of the equipment connected to the UPS system's outlets, with higher wattage resulting in shorter runtime.

Do battery cabinets need to be locked?

Battery cabinets must enclose the batteries behind locked doors accessible only to authorized personnel. As long as the cabinets are kept locked, they can be located in a computer room or other rooms accessible by non-battery technicians.