Middle Atlantic UPS-LO-1500RT – 1.5KVA Online Double-Conversion Rackmount UPS

Product Overview

The Middle Atlantic UPS-LO-1500RT is a 1.5KVA (1500VA) online double-conversion rackmount uninterruptible power supply rated for 120V applications. Online (double-conversion) topology provides the highest level of power protection available in UPS design: connected equipment runs continuously on battery-derived, inverter-generated power, with the input power source constantly recharging the battery. This eliminates all transfer time during a power outage and isolates connected equipment from every power anomaly on the input side. It is the appropriate choice for equipment that cannot tolerate any power interruption or voltage variation.

Product Description

The UPS-LO-1500RT uses a true online double-conversion architecture, which means the connected load never draws power directly from the AC input line. Input power is rectified to DC to charge the battery; the inverter then generates clean, stable AC power from the battery for the connected load at all times. This results in zero transfer time during a power failure — there is no switching event because the load is already running on inverter power. It also means complete isolation from input voltage fluctuations, frequency variations, harmonic distortion, and transients that would reach connected equipment through a line-interactive or standby UPS topology. At 1.5KVA/120V, the UPS-LO-1500RT is sized for a targeted set of critical equipment: control processors, digital signal processors, primary AV switching hardware, or server infrastructure where a power interruption would cause data loss or system failure. Rackmount form factor integrates into standard EIA-310 rack enclosures within Middle Atlantic rack systems. The double-conversion design generates more heat than line-interactive UPS units and consumes more power at idle, which is an expected trade-off for the level of protection it provides. Monitoring and management features allow facilities staff to track UPS status. Runtime depends on the connected load; at 1.5KVA the unit provides adequate bridge time for critical equipment shutdown. Available through Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.

Key Features

• 1.5KVA (1500VA) Capacity — Sized for critical AV and IT loads requiring highest protection level.
• Online Double-Conversion Topology — Zero transfer time; connected load always runs on inverter-generated power.
• Complete Power Isolation — Eliminates all input power anomalies including transients, harmonics, and frequency variation.
• 120V Rating — Compatible with standard North American single-phase power infrastructure.
• Rackmount Form Factor — Integrates into standard EIA-310 rack enclosures.
• Middle Atlantic Ecosystem — Designed for use within Middle Atlantic rack and power management systems.

Typical Applications

• Critical AV control processors and DSPs requiring zero-transfer-time power protection
• Server and networking infrastructure where power interruption causes data loss
• Medical and government facilities with strict power quality requirements
• Broadcast master control equipment requiring clean, stable power

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between UPS-LO-1500RT and UPS-S2200R?

The UPS-LO-1500RT uses online double-conversion topology with zero transfer time and complete power isolation, but is rated at 1.5KVA. The UPS-S2200R uses line-interactive topology with AVR voltage regulation and is rated at 2200VA. Double-conversion provides superior protection; line-interactive provides higher capacity at lower cost and heat generation.

Why is 1.5KVA less capacity than the 2200VA line-interactive model, but more expensive?

Online double-conversion UPS systems are significantly more complex and expensive to manufacture than line-interactive units. The cost reflects the superior protection topology, not the capacity.

Is the UPS-LO-1500RT appropriate for all AV rack equipment?

It is most appropriate for the most critical equipment in a rack — control systems, DSPs, servers — where any power interruption would cause system failure or data loss. For non-critical loads, a line-interactive UPS is typically sufficient and more cost-effective.

Where can I purchase the UPS-LO-1500RT?

Available through Creation Networks at creationnetworks.net.