Eaton 5P series UPS products

Eaton 5P Series UPS: Provides efficient and intelligent line interactive power protection for critical IT equipment

In today's digital age, the stable operation of servers, network devices, and storage systems is directly related to business continuity and data security. As a leader in the field of global power management, Eaton 5P series uninterruptible power supply (UPS), with its efficient, intelligent management and flexible deployment, has become an ideal choice for small and medium-sized data centers, enterprise rooms and edge computing environments. This article provides a comprehensive analysis of the technical characteristics, performance parameters, and application value of this series of UPS based on the official technical data manual.

Product Overview: Online Interactive Architecture and High Density Design

The Eaton 5P series UPS covers the power range of 650 VA to 1550 VA and adopts an advanced Line Interactive high-frequency topology structure, outputting pure sine waves. It can perfectly adapt to sensitive loads such as modern active PFC (power factor correction) servers. This series offers two installation forms: Tower and Rack 1U. The 1U model can achieve a power output of up to 1100 W at a height of only 44 mm and has excellent energy density.

Main models and power levels:

Model Rated power (VA/W) Input voltage range Output socket configuration

5P 650 650 VA / 420 W 160–294 V 4 × IEC C13（10A）

5P 850 850 VA / 600 W 160–294 V 4 × IEC C13（10A）

5P 1150 1150 VA / 770 W 160–294 V 6 × IEC C13（10A）

5P 1550 1550 VA / 1100 W 160–294 V 6 × IEC C13（10A）

All models support automatic recognition at 50/60 Hz, with adjustable output voltage (200/208/220/230/240 V), and are compatible with power grid standards in different regions around the world.

Core Technologies and Innovative Functions

Efficient and energy-saving design

The 5P series achieves an efficiency of up to 98% in normal mode through optimized electrical design, significantly reducing cooling and electricity costs. Its efficient operating characteristics meet the stringent energy utilization requirements of modern green data centers.

ABM ®  Battery management technology

Adopting Eaton's patented three-stage charging technology (ABM) ®）， Compared to traditional charging methods, it can extend battery life by up to 50%. This technology uses temperature compensation charging and automatic battery testing to prevent overcharging and deep discharging of the battery, ensuring that the battery is always in its optimal state. The battery supports hot swappable replacement without the need to shut down the load device; Optional hot swappable maintenance bypass module, even capable of replacing the entire UPS without interrupting power supply.

Load Segment Control

The output sockets are divided into two independent and controllable socket groups, which users can achieve through LCD or power management software:

Prioritize shutting down non critical loads: In the event of a power outage, automatically shut down non critical equipment to extend the battery life of critical equipment.

Remote restart: Remote restart of locked network devices to reduce on-site maintenance requirements.

Planned shutdown and sequential startup: Implement automated on/off management of multiple devices to prevent surge currents.

Graphic LCD display screen

The newly designed graphical LCD provides intuitive single screen information display, including UPS status, key measurement parameters (voltage, frequency, load, battery capacity, etc.), and energy consumption data (kWh). Supporting seven language displays, combined with simple navigation buttons, users can easily complete configuration and monitoring.

Energy metering function

The 5P series has built-in energy metering function, which allows real-time viewing of device energy consumption data (kWh) through LCD or Eaton power management software, helping users quantify electricity consumption and optimize energy management strategies.

Wide input voltage range and adjustable sensitivity

The input voltage range is wide up to 160-294 V (which can be further expanded to 150-294 V), reducing the number of battery discharges and extending battery life during severe grid fluctuations. Users can adjust the input waveform sensitivity through LCD or software according to the on-site environment (such as generator power supply) to achieve optimal adaptation.

Communication and monitoring capabilities

Standard interface:

1 x USB port

1 × RS232 serial port (with dry contact output)

1 x Mini Terminal Block (for remote on/off and remote power-off)

Note: USB and RS232 ports cannot be used simultaneously.

Optional communication card slot:

Network-M2 card: supports SNMP and web monitoring

INDGW-M2 Card: Industrial Gateway Module

Relay MS card: dry contact expansion card

Power management software:

Each 5P UPS comes with a complimentary Eaton Intelligent Power ®  Software Suite， Compatible with mainstream operating systems (Windows, Linux, macOS, etc.) and virtualization platforms (VMware, Hyper-V), providing features such as automatic shutdown, event logging, remote monitoring, etc.

Technical specifications and certification

Input characteristics:

Frequency range: 47-70 Hz (50 Hz system)/56.5-70 Hz (60 Hz system)

In low-frequency sensitivity mode, it can be as low as 40 Hz

Output characteristics:

Voltage accuracy: 230 V (+6%/-10%)

Frequency accuracy: 50/60 Hz ± 0.1% (automatic tracking)

Battery backup time (50%/70% load):

5P 650:9/6 minutes

5P 850:12/7 minutes

5P 1150:12/7 minutes

5P 1550:13/8 minutes

Environment and Certification:

Working temperature: 0-35 ° C

Noise level:<40 dB (5P 1550 is 40 dB)

Safety standards: IEC/EN 62040-1, UL 1778

EMC and Performance: IEC/EN 62040-2, IEC/EN 62040-3

Certification: CE, CB report (TUV)

Size and weight (taking 5P 1550 as an example):

Tower type: 230 × 150 × 445 mm, 15.6 kg

Rack mounted 1U: 43.2 × 438 × 554 mm, 19.4 kg

Deployment flexibility and attachment support

Tower and rack conversion: All models support two installation methods, adapting to different computer room layouts.

Hot swappable battery: The battery module can be replaced without tools to ensure continuous operation.

Hot swappable maintenance bypass module: allows for the replacement of the entire UPS without interrupting the load, greatly improving availability.

Multiple output socket configurations: Depending on the model, 4-8 IEC C13 sockets are provided, with two groups being controlled sockets.

Applicable scenarios

Server and storage devices: Provide pure sine wave power for rack mounted servers and storage arrays to ensure data integrity.

Network equipment: Protect critical network facilities such as switches, routers, and firewalls to prevent network interruptions.

Edge computing node: applicable to edge computer rooms with limited space. 1U high-density design saves cabinet space.

Industrial control: provides voltage stabilization and backup protection for industrial PC, PLC and other equipment.