Description
The APC Easy UPS SRV 3000VA (SRV3KA-TW) is a professional-grade online double-conversion UPS designed to provide clean, regulated power to sensitive electronics. By converting AC to DC and back to AC, it eliminates power fluctuations, surges, and blackouts, offering a zero-transfer time to battery mode. With a robust 2400W capacity and an Overvoltage Cutoff Device (OVCD), it safeguards high-end hardware in demanding environments.
This product is for:
- IT Managers overseeing small-to-medium server rooms requiring high-density power protection.
- Industrial facility operators using specialized equipment with NEMA L5-30P power requirements.
- Network administrators needing remote monitoring capabilities via optional SNMP cards.
- Laboratory technicians protecting sensitive diagnostic instruments from voltage instability.
- Edge computing deployments where reliable 120V power consistency is non-negotiable.
Detailed specifications:
- Power Capacity: 3000VA / 2400 Watts
- Topology: Online Double Conversion
- Input Voltage: 120V (Supports 110V, 115V)
- Input Connection: NEMA L5-30P (Industrial Twist-Lock)
- Output Connections: 4x NEMA 5-20R; 1x NEMA L5-30R
- Protection: Overvoltage Cutoff Device (OVCD) and Internal Bypass (Automatic & Manual)
- Runtime: Approximately 4 minutes 24 seconds at maximum load
- Warranty: 3-year repair or replace for the unit; 2-year for the internal battery
Operating the SRV 3000VA is intuitive thanks to the integrated LCD interface, which provides real-time status updates on load levels and battery health. The high power factor ensures efficient energy utilization, while the industrial-grade NEMA L5-30P input plug provides a secure, twist-lock connection that prevents accidental disconnections in high-traffic racks. During power anomalies, the seamless transition to battery power ensures that connected servers and storage arrays remain online without rebooting.
Compared to standard line-interactive UPS models, the APC SRV series offers superior protection by constantly regenerating the sine wave, making it ideal for equipment that cannot tolerate even millisecond-long transfer times. While consumer-grade 3000VA units often use standard 5-15P or 5-20P plugs, this industrial variant utilizes the L5-30P connector, allowing it to draw the full current necessary for a 2400W load safely and reliably.
Q&A:
- What is the difference between the SRV3KA-TW and standard home UPS units? This model uses online double-conversion technology for zero transfer time and features industrial-grade NEMA L5-30P connectors.
- Can I plug this into a standard wall outlet? No, this unit requires a NEMA L5-30R receptacle; it will not fit into a standard 3-prong household outlet.
- Does it support remote management? Yes, it includes a SmartSlot for an optional network management card to enable remote monitoring and shutdown.
- What happens if the UPS fails internally? The built-in automatic and manual bypass ensures that power continues to flow to the load from the utility if the UPS encounters a fault.
- Is the battery user-replaceable? Yes, the system is designed for maintenance, and the host unit is backed by a comprehensive 3-year warranty.
