FAQs

What are the main functions of an UPS?

A UPS traditionally can perform the following functions:

Absorb relatively small power surges.

Smooth out noisy power sources.

Continue to provide power to equipment during line sags.

Provide power for some time after a blackout has occurred.

In addition, some UPS or UPS/software combinations provide the following functions:

Automatic shutdown of equipment during long power outages.

Monitoring and logging of the status of the power supply.

Display the Voltage/Current draw of the equipment.

Restart equipment after a long power outage.

Display the voltage currently on the line.

Provide alarms on certain error conditions.

Provide short circuit protection.