UPS Capacity Selection by kVA or by kW
When selecting a UPS capacity, the selection method differs depending on whether it is selected by kVA or by kW.
When selecting in kVA:
Select a UPS with a capacity that is greater than the total kVA of the load capacity (power consumption of the load equipment) and has a slight margin.
When selecting by kW:
Select a UPS with a capacity equal to or greater than the values in (1) and (2) below.
(1) Total value of [kW] of load capacity (power consumption of load equipment).
(2) The total value of [kW] divided by the load power factor and converted to [kVA].
When selecting in kW, the power factor of the load is the key.
The Type of Load Equipment
When selecting a UPS, it is necessary to check the load equipment.
(1) Equipment with large inrush current
Check for inrush current for power system loads such as pumps and motors.
(If there is an inrush current, the peak current value and flow time)
⇒It may be necessary to increase the capacity of the UPS in consideration of the inrush current.
Note 1) UPS cannot be used with power regeneration.
Note 2) If a large inrush current flows, it is necessary to check for problems.
(2) Medical equipment and highly public equipment
Special consideration must be given.
③Laser printers, facsimiles, copiers, etc.
It is not recommended to connect devices that regularly draw large currents.
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