Description
The APC Smart-UPS SRT 3000VA (SRT3000XLA-TW) is a high-performance uninterruptible power supply designed for critical infrastructure requiring 120V power. Utilizing true double-conversion online technology, this 3kVA/2700W unit provides a constant, clean power stream with zero transfer time to battery. Its pure sine wave output ensures compatibility with sensitive active PFC power supplies and high-end electronics found in medical and industrial environments.
- IT Managers: Ideal for protecting rack-mounted or tower servers and storage arrays in data centers.
- Healthcare Professionals: Provides stable power for medical laboratory equipment where voltage fluctuations can compromise results.
- Network Engineers: Ensures uptime for voice and data networks, including VOIP systems and core switches.
- Industrial Operators: Suitable for light industrial applications requiring high-density power protection in compact footprints.
- Small Business Owners: Protects critical workstations and point-of-sale systems from data loss during power instability.
- Power Capacity: 3000VA / 2700W
- Topology: Double Conversion Online
- Output Waveform: Pure Sine Wave
- Input Voltage: 120V (NEMA L5-30P plug)
- Output Connections: (8) NEMA 5-20R, (1) NEMA L5-30R
- Battery Type: Maintenance-free sealed lead-acid (APCRBC152)
- Dimensions: 432mm x 85mm x 635mm; Weight: 31.3 kg
- Communication: USB, Serial, and SmartSlot for network management cards
Operating this UPS offers peace of mind through its intuitive LCD interface and audible alarms prioritized by severity. The internal automatic and manual bypass ensures that the load remains powered even if the UPS experiences an internal fault. With a high efficiency rating and a 340-joule surge energy rating, the SRT3000XLA-TW manages heat dissipation effectively at 805 Btu/h, maintaining a stable operating temperature between 0 and 40 °C. The unit supports extended runtime by adding external battery packs, making it scalable for longer outages.
Compared to line-interactive UPS models, the APC SRT series offers superior protection by constantly regenerating power, eliminating the millisecond transfer gaps that can crash sensitive servers. While the Smart-UPS SMT series is sufficient for standard office hardware, the SRT’s double-conversion topology is necessary for environments with poor power quality or mission-critical uptime requirements. Its 0.9 power factor provides more real power (Watts) than many competing 3kVA units, allowing for higher equipment density.
- What is the benefit of double-conversion online technology? It converts incoming AC to DC and back to AC, ensuring the output is always isolated from input anomalies with zero transfer time.
- Can I monitor this UPS remotely? Yes, it features a SmartSlot for an optional Network Management Card and includes USB and Serial ports for local software integration.
- What is the typical battery lifespan? The internal lead-acid battery typically lasts 3 to 5 years depending on usage and environmental temperature.
- Is the SRT3000XLA-TW rack-mountable? This specific model is configured as a tower but can be converted to a rack-mount setup using separate rail kits (SRTRK4 or SRTRK3).
- What happens if the UPS fails internally? The unit includes an internal automatic bypass that seamlessly switches the load to utility power to prevent downtime.
