APC UPS

Do you know how UPS power supply can input 380V and output 220V?

UPS power supply (Uninterruptible Power Supply) is capable of converting input voltage from 380V to output 220V, which primarily relies on its internal three-phase input and single-phase output operation principle, as well as the conversion process involving rectifiers and inverters. Here is a detailed explanation of how UPS power supplies achieve this conversion:

  1. Definition of 380V and 220V voltages:
  • 380V: Typically refers to the voltage between three phase wires and the voltage between phase wires, also known as line voltage. This is a common voltage level in three-phase AC power systems.
  • 220V: Refers to the voltage between a phase wire and the neutral wire, known as phase voltage. In single-phase AC power systems, this is a common voltage level.
  1. Three-phase input and single-phase output principle of UPS power supplies:
  • Three-phase input: The UPS power supply receives three-phase 380V mains power input, where three phase wires and a neutral wire provide approximately 380V voltage to the uninterruptible power system.
  • Single-phase output: After internal conversion, the UPS power supply outputs single-phase 220V AC power to supply loads.
  1. Functions of rectifiers and inverters:
  • Rectifiers: Convert input alternating current (AC) into direct current (DC). This process is the first step in the internal conversion of UPS power supplies, ensuring that AC can be effectively converted into DC for further processing.
  • Inverters: Convert the DC output from the rectifiers back into AC, and stabilize the voltage of this AC around 220V. The inverter is a key component for UPS power supplies to achieve voltage conversion and stable output.
  1. Specific conversion process:
  • Input stage: Three-phase 380V mains power enters through the input terminal of the UPS power supply.
  • Rectification stage: The input AC is converted into DC by the rectifiers.
  • Inversion stage: The DC is converted back into stable 220V AC by the inverters.
  • Output stage: The converted 220V AC power is supplied to the load through the output terminal of the UPS power supply.
  1. Applications and significance:
    The conversion function of UPS power supplies is widely used in various fields such as communications, power, finance, petroleum, military, etc. These fields have high requirements for power stability, and UPS power supplies can provide stable and uninterrupted power supply to ensure the normal operation of equipment and the security of data.

In conclusion, UPS power supplies achieve the voltage conversion from input 380V to output 220V through their internal three-phase input and single-phase output operation principle, along with the rectifiers and inverters conversion process. This function provides reliable power protection for various devices requiring high power stability.