APC Easy UPS 3KVA Rackmount SRV3KRI-E

See the APC Easy UPS 3KVA Datasheet Vs the VFI3000RT+ Datasheet.

Summary

The Power Inspired VFI3000RT+ UPS is a direct alternative for the APC Easy UPS 3KVA Rackmount, being identical in core specs. Notable differences are:

  • The VFI3000RT+ has a higher capacity battery giving more runtime.
  • The VFI3000RT+ has extendable runtime and adjustable charge current.
  • The VFI3000RT+ can be mounted vertically with provided support brackets.
  • The VFI3000RT+ is HiD compliant.
  • The VFI3000RT+ can also output 200 and 208V.
  • The VFI3000RT+ can be used in frequency converter mode (E.g. output a constant 50 or 60Hz regardless of input frequency)
  • The Easy UPS stores the last 10 UPS events.
  • The VFI3000RT+ is around 20% cheaper.

Detailed Comparison

Both the APC Easy UPS 3KVA Rackmount and the Power Inspired VFI3000RT+, are 3KVA, 2700W, 2U, Online UPS with 6x IEC C13 and 1x IEC C19 outlets, LCD display and an intelligent card slot. Summary Differences are in the table below.

SpecificationAPC Easy UPS 3KVA RackmountPower Inspired VFI3000RT+
Input Voltage230V Nominal230V Nominal
Voltage Range110V (@40% load), 180V(@100% load) to 285V110V(@40% load), 160V(@100% load) to 300VAC
Output Voltages220/230/240VAC200/208/220/230/240VAC
Rated Power3000VA/2700W3000VA/2700W
Output Connections6x IEC60320 C13
1x IEC60320 C19
6x IEC60320 C13
1x IEC60320 C19
Bypass TypeInternal bypass (automatic and manual)Internal bypass (automatic and manual)
Harmonic Distortion3%2% Linear Load, 4% Non-Linear
UPS TopologyOnlineOnline
Waveform TypeSine waveSine wave
Output Frequency50/60Hz +/- 3Hz synch to mains50/60Hz +/- 3Hz synch to mains.
OR 50/60Hz 0.1Hz in Constant Frequency / Frequency conversion mode.
Efficiency88% (full load)91% (full load)
Battery TypeLead Acid Internal IncludedLead Acid Internal Included
UPS ConnectivitySerial Port
USB Port
Intelligent Slot
Serial Port
USB Port (HiD)
Intelligent Slot
External Battery Port
Dims (WxDxH mm)438x632x88438x630x88
Mounting ModeRack Mounted with kitRack Mounted with kit
Vertical with included support brackets
Max Runtime (at full load)3mins4mins
Battery Voltage72V72V
Extendable Runtime0Up to 5 matching battery cabinets or a bespoke battery
Typical Recharge Time4 hours4 hours
Battery Charger Power60WConfigurable up to 8A, 576W
Warranty2years2years (1 on battery)