Description
Minuteman BP48XL External Battery Pack
Overview: The Minuteman BP48XL External Battery Pack is engineered to significantly extend the runtime of select UPS models, specifically the ec1500lcd and ec2000lcd. Housed in a compact tower enclosure, this external battery pack delivers steady, reliable power during critical workloads, ensuring business continuity, data integrity, and equipment protection during outages. Designed for scalable backup power, the BP48XL supports daisy-chain configurations that let you tailor capacity to your needs, whether you are protecting a single important server or an entire small data center rack. Built with safety and performance in mind, the BP48XL combines rugged construction with smart battery management to maximize battery life and minimize maintenance. This solution is ideal for IT rooms, remote offices, and environments where uptime is essential and space is at a premium.
- Extended runtime for ec1500lcd and ec2000lcd - The BP48XL provides a robust external energy reservoir that augments the built-in battery of your ec1500lcd or ec2000lcd UPS. With a high-capacity module, it enables longer unattended operation during outages, giving administrators and users more time for safe shutdowns, data preservation, and continued operations for essential services. The pack intelligently integrates with the UPS to optimize discharge profiles, balancing load demands with available reserve power, and ensuring that critical loads remain powered while non-essential devices shed gracefully.
- Tower design for space-efficient installation - The BP48XL's tower enclosure is engineered to occupy minimal floor space while delivering maximum capacity. Its vertical form accommodates tight data closet corners and behind-the-rack placements, keeping cables organized and airflow unobstructed. This design allows you to position the battery pack near the UPS or in a dedicated backup-power cabinet, reducing cable runs and simplifying maintenance checks. The sturdy construction is built to withstand office and light industrial environments, with mounting options that help secure the unit to wall or floor stands as needed.
- Daisy-chain compatibility for scalable backup power - Ready for growth, the BP48XL supports daisy-chain configurations to increase backup duration without replacing the base UPS. Add one or more extra BP48XL packs to tailor capacity to mission-critical workloads, remote-office deployments, or clustered server environments. This scalable approach helps you spread capital expenditure over time while preserving a simple, unified management experience across all connected modules. In practice, a daisy-chain setup yields more consistent voltage delivery during outages and reduces the risk of data loss or service disruptions.
- Smart battery management and safety - A microprocessor-based battery management system monitors the state of charge, overall health, and temperature to optimize charging cycles and prolong life. Safety features include overcharge protection, short-circuit protection, and thermal monitoring to prevent overheating. The battery pack provides clear indicators and alerts, enabling proactive maintenance and quick isolation of any issue. The result is a reliable, long-lasting energy source that blends seamlessly with your IT infrastructure and safeguards uptime.
- Easy installation, maintenance, and compatibility - Designed for straightforward integration with supported ec-series UPS units, the BP48XL uses standard connectors and a simple mounting footprint. The setup typically requires minimal tools and no complex configuration, allowing your IT team to deploy quickly. Routine maintenance is simplified through accessible battery modules and intuitive labeling, while the overall system maintains a neat, professional appearance in your equipment room.
Technical Details of Minuteman BP48XL External Battery Pack
- Compatibility: Works with ec1500lcd and ec2000lcd UPS units
- Form factor: Tower-style external battery pack designed for space-efficient installation
- Daisy-chain support: Enables connection of multiple BP48XL packs to extend runtime
- Protection and monitoring: Battery-management system with overcharge protection, short-circuit protection, and temperature monitoring
- Installation: Plug-and-play connectivity with standard connectors and secure mounting options
- Indicators: Built-in status LEDs for charge and health information
How to Install Minuteman BP48XL External Battery Pack
- Prepare and power down: Ensure the ec1500lcd or ec2000lcd UPS and connected equipment are shut down or placed in standby per your IT policy before connecting the BP48XL.
- Position the battery pack: Place the BP48XL in the designated location using its tower footprint. Ensure adequate clearance for ventilation and easy access for maintenance and cable connections.
- Connect the UPS: Use the supplied connectors to link the BP48XL to the compatible ec-series UPS. Verify secure, tight connections per the installation guide.
- Establish daisy-chain (if required): If you’re extending runtime with additional BP48XL packs, connect the daisy-chain cable following the manufacturer’s instructions, ensuring proper polarity and secure connections.
- Power on and verify: Restore power and monitor the BP48XL indicators to confirm proper charging and communication with the UPS. Run a brief test to validate runtime extension and overall system health.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the BP48XL External Battery Pack? It is an external battery module designed to extend the runtime of selected Minuteman UPS models, specifically ec1500lcd and ec2000lcd, by providing additional energy storage in a tower-format enclosure.
- Which UPS models is it compatible with? The BP48XL is designed for use with ec1500lcd and ec2000lcd units, offering a scalable upgrade path for backup power.
- Can I daisy-chain multiple BP48XL packs? Yes. The BP48XL supports daisy-chain configurations to increase backup capacity and extend runtime as your needs grow.
- How do I monitor battery health? The external pack includes a battery-management system with indicators that report charge status and health. Your UPS interface may also display status information depending on the model.
- Is installation difficult? No. The BP48XL is designed for straightforward, tool-light installation with standard connectors and a compact footprint. Follow the included guidance to ensure proper seating and secure mounting.
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