The basics of "UPS" that even beginners can understand

It's sudden, but have you ever experienced data loss due to a sudden power outage?

Have you ever had the experience of working on a computer and seeing the results of several hours of work disappear in an instant?

Or have you ever experienced a sudden power outage in the middle of an important online game and lost because of it?

In such a case, if you have UPS, it will be your powerful support.

In this article, Hakusan Inc., the manufacturer, explains UPS (uninterruptible power supply) in an easy-to-understand manner. I hope that this article will be useful for those of you who are considering UPS, such as what types are available and what criteria to use when choosing one.

What is UPS?

UPS is an abbreviation of "Uninterruptible Power Supply", which translates directly to "uninterruptible power supply".
As the name suggests, this is a device that protects valuable electronic equipment from sudden power interruptions (blackouts).

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The UPS normally continues to charge its internal batteries while supplying power normally.

And if for some reason the power is suddenly cut off, it will continue to supply power immediately from the built-in battery.

This allows equipment that requires power to continue to operate as if there had been no power outage.

Then, when the power is restored, normal power supply will be started again and the battery will be charged at the same time.

when should i use it?

• Data protection: UPS is mainly used for computer equipment. Prevent important data from being lost due to sudden power failure. This gives you the peace of mind that you can do important work if you're on a desktop or similar.
  
• Improved power quality: A UPS protects equipment from sudden voltage (and frequency) dips and spikes. Sudden changes in voltage can damage equipment.
  
• Extend the life of your electronics: Unstable voltages can stress your electronics and shorten their life. Using a UPS can greatly reduce these risks.

Disaster response: Even if the power is cut off due to natural disasters, etc., a UPS will buy you time.

Type of UPS

There are three main types of UPS. These are the constant commercial power supply system, the line interactive system, and the constant inverter power supply system.

Continuous commercial power supply system UPS

• A constant commercial power supply UPS is a small UPS that is mainly used at home. Provides battery power to equipment when utility power is interrupted.

Line interactive UPS

• A line-interactive UPS, like a standby type, charges its batteries while the power supply is normal, but automatically adjusts power when power fluctuations are detected.

Constant inverter power supply system UPS

• A constant inverter power supply system UPS always supplies power from the inverter circuit (DC/AC), and if there is a large fluctuation in power, the battery will continue to supply power, minimizing the impact on the equipment. keep it down.

How to choose the best UPS

When choosing a UPS, it is important to consider the following points:

• Power Capacity: Will the power capacity of the UPS you choose be sufficient for the power demands of the connected equipment?
  
• Backup time: How long can the battery provide power if the power supply is interrupted?
  
• Power Quality: Can the UPS provide the power quality required by the equipment?

summary

A UPS is an important device for stabilizing the power supply and protecting electronic devices. By understanding the selection and types of appropriate methods and using them appropriately, data corruption and equipment failure can be prevented. If you have any questions or doubts about UPS, please feel free to contact us.

Reference: ITMedia "Unexpectedly unknown basic knowledge of "UPS" - To protect important data from a power outage"