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An intelligent safeguard against power outages and fluctuations

For its Automation PC 910, B&R offers a UPS system that saves both space and costs. Should the external power supply fail, the UPS ensures that data is backed up safely and that programs are closed properly to avoid losing unsaved data.

30/07/2013 11:23:20

The UPS used by B&R is an online UPS card. What sets an online UPS apart from a standby UPS is that it runs constantly whenever the PC is on and is therefore able to compensate for power fluctuations in addition to outages.

It is installed directly in the PC, requiring neither housing nor cable connections. This lowers costs and frees up cabinet space, while also reducing power loss.

The UPS card is available in two sizes. The smaller card, with a charging current of 2.2Ah, is sufficient for the most common configurations of B&R's industrial PC.

For high-performance configurations with extensive options and multiple insert cards, the larger 4.5Ah card is recommended.

The larger card also has a wider temperature range and an exceptionally long service life. Depending on the system configuration, the UPS cards can bridge outages of up to one hour.

Written By Sophia Bell

Sophia Bell is the Group Editor of DPA, Connectivity, and PBSI. She joined the team in 2020 as Assistant Editor after achieving a First-Class Honours BA in English Literature and Film Studies from the University of East Anglia. In her current role, she leads the editorial strategy, driving digital growth and ensuring each title continues to deliver trusted, relevant insight for engineering and manufacturing professionals.