Types of UPS Systems Explained
There are three primary types of UPS systems, each suited to different applications:
- Offline/Standby UPS: Ideal for home and small office use, this type switches to battery power during an outage.
- Line-Interactive UPS: Offers voltage regulation and is commonly used for network servers and business-critical devices.
- Online/Double Conversion UPS: Provides the highest level of protection by continuously supplying clean power, used in data centres and industrial applications.