UPS for Home vs. Business: Key Considerations
The choice of a UPS depends on whether it's for home use or a business environment. Each has different power needs and reliability requirements.
- Home UPS: Typically lower capacity (500VA – 2000VA), used for PCs, routers, and small appliances.
- Business UPS: Higher capacity (3000VA+), designed for servers, data centres, and critical infrastructure.
- Runtime Considerations: Home users may need a few minutes to safely shut down devices, whereas businesses often require extended power backup.
- Scalability: Business UPS systems often support modular expansion for increasing power demands.