ATENCO UPS Knowledge
Technical guides for choosing, sizing and integrating UPS systems. Line-interactive vs online, VRLA vs lithium, runtime sizing, SNMP / Modbus / BMS monitoring, Load Bus Synchronization and more.
Line-Interactive vs Online UPS: How to Choose
Compare the two most common UPS topologies. Transfer time, waveform, protection level and which one fits offices, servers, telecom and industrial loads.
Read article →Single-Phase vs Three-Phase UPS
1:1, 3:1 and 3:3 architectures explained. When each fits, capacity ranges and how to match the UPS to your supply and load.
Read article →VRLA vs Lithium (LFP) UPS Batteries
Cycle life, footprint, temperature tolerance, total cost of ownership and which ATENCO series support lithium battery systems.
Read article →How to Size UPS Battery Runtime
What runtime depends on, how load, battery type and temperature affect it, internal vs external batteries and how to request a sizing reference.
Read article →UPS Monitoring Explained: SNMP, Modbus, BMS & Dry Contacts
SNMP network cards, Modbus RTU over RS-485, BMS integration and dry-contact relay signaling. Choose the right interface for your site.
Read article →What Is LBS (Load Bus Synchronization)?
How LBS keeps two independent UPS output buses phase-aligned for dual-bus and 2N architectures. Differs from parallel operation.
Read article →Need a UPS Sized for Your Project?
Tell ATENCO your load, backup-time target, input/output phase, battery preference, site voltage and application. ATENCO will help shortlist the suitable UPS architecture and product series, or you can start with the UPS Selector.