The amount of time the battery power will last (known as "run time") depends on the relative amount of power being used by equipment connected to the UPS. This is usually stated as a time if half the UPSs capacity is being used and a time if all the capacity is being used. For example a  SCV 10001 model has a run time of 10 minutes at half load and 3 minutes at full load. Using a larger UPS than the load requires will increase the battery run time. Further, additional batteries can be added to the SBN or SCV Series series to extend the UPS run time. See the Juice Goose catalog or contact Juice Goose for additional details. 

The UPS designs presented here plug directly into the wall. Your equipment then plugs into the UPS.

All models have battery test or status data output capability which can be monitored on the front of the UPS or remotely by way of a Standard Network Management Protocol (SNMP) communication connection and Windows based graphical interface software. (Accessory components are required.)

To keep the batteries in best condition it is recommended that the batteries be recharged every 4 months when being stored. If the batteries are stored for 6 months or more without being recharged there is a risk that they will not be rechargeable and will need to be replaced.

The battery charger will maintain a float-charge on the battery whenever utility power is available so that the battery will have a full charge when needed. Battery condition should be checked periodically. Typical battery life when being maintained on utility power is 3 to 5 years.

Additional battery time can be added to the XPRT and NXRT models.

Recharge time is stated as the time to bring a completed depleted battery back to 90% of its charge capacity, once main AC power is restored. This time is typically about 5 hours after complete discharge into 100% capacity load. This time will be greater when charging additional external battery cabinets used with the larger UPS models. Of course, much less time it required to recharge the battery when it has only been partially discharged. Note: connected equipment will be operational while the batteries recharge.

These products are designed and assembled for a commercial market that demands high levels of reliability. There are no published recommendations regarding portability and use in a mobile application. Naturally, we recommend protecting the UPS in a padded or shock-mount case. In this manner the UPS should be able to withstand normal static shocks associated with travel. A UPS should always be plugged into electric power to keep the batteries charged when not in use.