Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000

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The world depends on data we power and cool™

Vertiv at-a-glance

Vertiv is a global leader in critical digital infrastructure for applications in data centers, communication networks, and commercial and industrial environments. Vertiv pioneers and delivers end-to-end power and cooling technologies to help customers stay resilient, optimized, and future-ready. With industry-leading technologies and a global services network, Vertiv fuels the digital world, keeping technology ecosystems running efficiently and without interruption.

Key Facts:

Geography: Americas, APAC, EMEA

Portfolio: Critical Infrastructure & Solutions, Services & Spares

Market Segment: Data Centers, Communications Networks, Commercial & Industrial

Global presence, local expertise

Headquartered in Westerville, Ohio, USA, Vertiv does business in more than 130 countries.

Worldwide: 23 Manuf. and Assembly Locations, 310+ Service Centers, ~4,000 Service Field Engineers, ~300 Technical Support/Response, 27 Customer Experience Centers/Labs.

Regional Breakdown:

Solving the power and cooling complexities of the AI revolution.

Vertiv is supercharging data's potential, accelerating technology, raising the bar for high-performance compute, and redefining the limits of densification.

A leading innovator with a complete critical digital infrastructure portfolio, including:

Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 Overview and Benefits

High performance, modularity, resilience, reliability, and efficiency for your power needs.

The Vertiv AI Load Simulator allows testing of AI load profiles on UPS systems at the Global Power Customer Experience Center, supporting design and validation testing, including on-site validation.

The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000, 1250 kW CE has received the PEP Ecopassport® certification, validating its environmental performance based on a life cycle assessment (LCA).

Reliable, Resilient, and Efficient UPS

Data centers face mounting pressures for unfailing uptime and reliability. The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 is designed to meet contemporary resilience benchmarks, integrating lessons learned and user feedback for tangible enhancements.

Design Reliability

These features satisfy customer needs for resilience and availability.

Verification & Validation Tests

Prototypes have undergone extensive verification and validation, including Engineering Validation Tests (EVT) and Design Validation Tests (DVT), confirming product specifications. The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 has been validated against operational conditions and simulated critical scenarios. Additional tests include structural tests, debris protection testing, and voltage surge & sag tests.

Read the white paper: Enabling uninterrupted power: design for reliability in UPS system.

Modular Design to Meet Application Needs

Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 scales the concept of modularity across its architecture.

1.25MW 415Vac 4W CE Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000

Features power frame, STS (Static Transfer Switch), and AC & DC I/O Box.

125kW Power Modules

Each power module is independent, containing inverter, rectifier, and booster/charger. It offers a global design with options for 400V and 480V, compliant with CE and UL standards.

Static Switch Cabinet

Houses the bypass static switch and power terminals for close-coupled applications, following a global design for 400V and 480V.

AC I/O Cabinet

Manages AC power connections, supporting top and bottom power connection, with standard cable connection and optional flange connections.

Versatile System & Compact Design (380/400/415Vac 4W)

Experience customization to meet unique needs.

250-1250kW UPS Frame

Features independent 125kW power modules, comprising inverter, rectifier, and charger/booster. Offers a global design for 400V & 480V, CE & UL compliance.

Static Switch & Communication Control Cabinet

Hosts the bypass static switch and control communication logic boards, with a global design for 400V & 480V, CE & UL.

AC & DC Connections

Routes AC power connections through the top side of the UPS, supporting single input/dual input, and options without switches.

Capacity & Installation Flexibility from 250 KW up to 5 MW*

The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 features a transformer-free design with full IGBT three-level double conversion technology, offering significant savings on installation and running costs while delivering first-class load protection.

Flexibility and Compatibility

The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 adapts to diverse system requirements for power capacity and redundancy, enabling maximum flexibility:

Diagram: Power Factor Output Diagram showing relationship between kW, kVA, and power factor (Cos φ).

Features and Performance

Customer Monitoring Interfaces

LCD Touch Screen Features:

Hardware Connectivity:

Allows monitoring and control of networked UPS through various protocols:

Software Connectivity:

Vertiv connects and protects networks with core-to-edge solutions. Pair your Vertiv™ UPS with Vertiv™ Environet™ Alert for maximum visibility and effective monitoring.

Vertiv™ Environet™ Alert: Provides affordable and easy-to-use critical facility monitoring software, delivering superior monitoring, alerting, trending, and data organization.

Improved Efficiency

The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 delivers an outstanding double conversion efficiency of up to 97.5%, increasing to 99% with dynamic online mode, reducing operating costs and energy dissipation. This minimizes cooling system consumption, leading to TCO reduction and rapid payback. Intelligent ECO mode and paralleling optimize efficiency even at partial load.

Efficiency is attributed to:

The seamless activation of operating modes offers high efficiency without compromising power quality and availability.

The dynamic online mode provides Class 1* output performance under stringent conditions, discriminating between interferences and responding rapidly.

Diagrams illustrating three operating modes: Maximum power control (VFI), Maximum energy saving (VFD), and Dynamic Online (VI) with high efficiency & power conditioning.

Dynamic Online Mode: No Availability Tradeoff with Efficiency

This mode enables operating efficiency up to 99% without sacrificing availability. The inverter can instantaneously assume the load and maintain output voltage within IEC 62040 Class 1* specifications, offering the same availability as double conversion mode. It combines superior availability with excellent energy cost savings for a reduced total cost of ownership.

Continuous Battery Mode and Continuous-Duty Static Bypass Switch

The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 Power Center offers continuous battery mode for uninterrupted power supply, even at full load indefinitely. Its solid-state static bypass switch enables seamless power transitions, supporting applications beyond traditional UPS systems, such as long duration battery integration.

Reduced TCO

>97.5% Double Conversion Efficiency.

Neutral Carbon Footprint

The new generation architecture reduces energy and heat dissipation, minimizing air conditioning demand. This, coupled with high efficiency, reduces CO2 emissions, helping data centers meet environmental and efficiency compliance standards.

Advanced control, efficiency, paralleling, minimum footprint, and high energy density make Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 ideal for mission-critical applications, offering maximum energy saving and rapid return on investment.

Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 provides system capacity up to 1250kW in a single frame and up to 5MW in parallel configuration. Its high power density maximizes rack and server space.

Benefits include:

User Interface and Advanced Diagnostic

The Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000 provides a calm environment through its advanced diagnostic capability, measuring, logging, enhanced event analysis, and an intelligent colored multi-language touch screen display. The advanced logic control platform and Vector Control technology ensure increased performance and real-time output power quality control.

Interface Details:

Screenshot of the Vertiv UPS touch screen interface showing system status, load, input, bypass, and battery information.

Waveform Capture: Enhancing Power Quality Analysis and System Reliability

Waveform Capture is a diagnostic tool that records voltage and current waveforms to analyze power quality issues during disturbances or faults, maintaining power supply reliability.

Main Advantages:

The Waveform Capture feature enhances uptime and reliability through detailed electrical waveform analysis.

Screenshot showing captured waveform data (Voltage U, V, W; Input; Output; Bypass) with event log details.

Rely on Integrated Project and Lifecycle UPS Services

Vertiv offers continuity through its service partnership across the critical equipment lifecycle, from project phase to operational support, ensuring optimal solution performance.

Global Presence & Local Resources

With over 3,500 engineers dedicated to servicing worldwide, Vertiv ensures business protection and 24-hour service availability.

Project Services

Vertiv's project team provides comprehensive capabilities for speed of deployment and execution, covering planning, design, procurement, installation, and commissioning according to pre-defined procedures.

Project Services Breakdown:

Commissioning Phase Technical Activities Project Management
Level 0: Program and design Commissioning spec & plan, Engineering, Design review, Schedule integration, Submittal review, Commissioning procedure, Commissioning kick-off Project charter, Identify stakeholder, Work breakdown structure (WBS), Supply chain & procurement management plan, Project team creation, Risk management plan, Communication management plan, Change management plan, Project schedule, Health & safety assessment, Kick-off meeting
Level 1: Factory witness test Factory witness test (Covered in Level 0)
Level 2: Delivery, qa/qc, installation assembly, field supervision Site acceptance inspection, Delivery & assembly, Equipment installation, Installation & startup, Pre-functional equipment verification Supply chain & procurement management, Execute project plan, Schedule on-site resource management, Facilitate team meetings, Health & safety management
Level 3: Start-up and site acceptance test Site acceptance test Manage issues, changes & risks, Report project status, Contract, financial & quality review, Health & safety review
Level 4: Functional performance testing Functional performance test (Covered in Level 3)
Level 5: Integrated system test support Integrated system test, Training & o&m verification (Covered in Level 3)
Level 6: Close out & turn-over System manual, Seasonal testing, Warranty review & supplemental report, Commissioning report Customer acceptance, Handover to operation & maintenance, Lessons learned, Financial closure, Project closure

Expertise & Training

Vertiv service engineers are certified, trained, and experienced, undergoing intensive quarterly training. This ensures competent and safe field operations, supported by established procedures and central technical support.

Premium Response

Vertiv provides an extensive supply of critical parts and crash-kits, with service engineers ready to respond quickly. They leverage a solid knowledge-base, escalation procedures, and advanced incident management.

Supporting Your Business Around the Globe

Regular service of critical equipment ensures maximum uptime and reduces total cost of ownership. Vertiv service programs cover all technologies and can be tailored to business needs. Deep infrastructure expertise, amplified by field data and analytics, enables data-based services like Advanced Incident Management and Condition Based Maintenance.

Vertiv's AI Load Management Solutions for Data Centers

As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, it imposes new demands on critical power infrastructure, requiring innovative solutions for higher power density servers, spikey and dynamic AI power loads, and liquid cooling systems. Vertiv addresses these needs with resilient solutions.

Impact of AI Applications on Critical Infrastructure

With the forecast growth in rack densities for AI and high-performance computing (HPC), Vertiv develops solutions to withstand higher voltages, manage spikey AI loads, and provide power protection for liquid cooling systems. This involves increasing power converter block sizes and enhancing power distribution circuits.

Diagram illustrating AI load profiles: Power Up Max Compute (120-150% load every second) vs. Power Averaging (Idle to 80-100% load every minute).

AI Loads Challenges:

  1. Power Fluctuations: AI's unique load profile causes rapidly fluctuating power demand, potentially leading to grid stability issues and voltage sags.
  2. Thermal Cycling: Thermal cycling of UPS components may impact equipment life.
  3. Coolant Distribution Units (CDUs): Liquid cooling for GPUs has very low thermal inertia.
  4. Power Density Requirements: Adopting higher voltage distribution to handle increasing power demands.

AI-Ready UPS Solutions

Vertiv™ Large UPS systems are designed to manage AI applications efficiently, handling rapid load changes without performance degradation. They protect the power source from sudden step loads and support increased rack power density by operating at higher voltages.

Future-Proofing Data Centers

Vertiv's approach focuses on modular, scalable, and sustainable solutions for AI and high-density computing. By integrating advanced power management algorithms and supporting new energy sources, Vertiv enables data centers to handle dynamic and intensive workloads.

Learn more in our technote: Evaluating the performance of Vertiv™ large UPS systems with AI workloads.

Visit our AI Hub for more information on Vertiv's innovative solutions.

Enhance Power Reliability with Distributed Battery Systems

Uninterrupted power supply is essential for seamless operation of critical applications, especially in large-scale data centers. Vertiv's advanced distributed battery systems, when used in parallel with Vertiv PowerUPS 9000 systems, enhance reliability and efficiency, securing continuous power quality and availability.

Why Choose Distributed Battery Systems?

Vertiv designs solutions for mission-critical environments, integrating seamlessly with modular UPS designs for high fault tolerance and maintenance efficiency.

Overview: Lithium-Ion Batteries

Lithium-ion batteries are transforming power, powering everything from cell phones to electric cars and renewable plants. They represent the next generation of batteries for UPS and datacenters.

Vertiv's experience with lithium-ion batteries has helped many organizations achieve their infrastructure goals.

Ideally Suited For:

Compliant:

Qualified for immediate use with most current and legacy three-phase Vertiv™ Liebert® UPS systems.

? Ready for LIB (Lithium-ion batteries).

Vertiv™ EnergyCore Battery Cabinet

The Vertiv™ EnergyCore is the first optimized battery cabinet designed by datacenter experts. It has successfully completed a UL 9540A fire test, potentially waiving spacing requirements per NFPA 855 standards.

Engineered for safe, reliable, and cost-effective energy, it improves critical infrastructure performance over traditional valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) systems. Users benefit from longer life, more cycles, fewer replacements, a compact size, and lower weight, contributing to an impressive total cost of ownership.

Diagram comparing battery replacement cycles: VRLA (3-5 years) vs. LIB (10-15 years).

This leads to fewer facility disruptions and a lower total cost of ownership.

Technical Data: Vertiv™ PowerUPS 9000

Parameter 1250kW 380/400/415Vac 1250kW compact 380/400/415Vac
Primary Input
Nominal mains input voltage / voltage range415V (353-478), 3Ph+N+PE415V (353-478), 3Ph+N+PE
Nominal frequency / frequency toleranceSelectable 50 or 60 HzSelectable 50 or 60 Hz
Input Power Factor (above 50% of load)≤ 0.99≤ 0.99
Input current distortion (At full linear load calculated at input THDv <2%)≤3 %≤3 %
Walk in/soft start2 (0.5 to 5 selectable) seconds2 (0.5 to 5 selectable) seconds
Rectifier Hold-Off4 (1 to 120 selectable) seconds4 (1 to 120 selectable) seconds
Inverter Output
Nominal apparent power1250 kVA1250 kVA
Nominal active power1250 kW1250 kW
Nominal output current @ nominal voltage 400V1870 A1870 A
Maximum output active power @ 40°C1250 kW1250 kW
Inverter Overload Capacity(5)<105% Continuous; 105%-125%:10min; 125%-150%: 1min; 150%-200%: 200ms<105% Continuous; 105%-125%:10min; 125%-150%: 1min; 150%-200%: 200ms
Nominal output voltage415V, 3Ph+N+PE415V, 3Ph+N+PE
Nominal output frequencySelectable 50 or 60 HzSelectable 50 or 60 Hz
Output load Power Factor without derating0.7 leading - 0.6 lagging0.7 leading - 0.6 lagging
Voltage stability in steady state condition for input (AC & DC) variations and step load (0 to Nominal load)±1 %±1 %
Voltage stability in dynamic condition for input variation (AC & DC) and step loadComplies with IEC/EN 62040-3, Class 1Complies with IEC/EN 62040-3, Class 1
Voltage stability in steady state for 100% load unbalance (0, 0, 100)±3 %±3 %
Frequency slew rate0.6 default (selectable up to 3Hz for single system, 2Hz for parallel system)0.6 default (selectable up to 3Hz for single system, 2Hz for parallel system)
Output voltage distortion at nominal linear load<1 %<1 %
Output voltage distortion @ reference non linear load as for IEC/EN 62040-3≤3 %≤3 %
Phase angle precision with balanced loads±1 degrees±1 degrees
Phase angle precision with 100% unbalanced loads±1.5 degrees±1.5 degrees
DC Source
Battery typesVRLA, Li-Ion, Ni-ZnVRLA, Li-Ion, Ni-Zn
Permissible battery voltage range384 to 681 V384 to 681 V
Recommended n° of VRLA cells:240-300240-300
Float voltage for VRLA @ 20 °C2.27 V/cell2.27 V/cell
End cell voltage for VRLA1.6 V/cell1.6 V/cell
Float voltage stability in steady state condition≤1 %≤1 %
Optimum battery temperature15 to 25 °C15 to 25 °C
Battery recharge current setting range for 240cells @ 400V input voltage & maximum output load (PF=1)(4)550 A15 A
Static Bypass
Nominal bypass input voltage400 (380 to 415 selectable), 3Ph+N+PE400 (380 to 415 selectable), 3Ph+N+PE
Nominal bypass input voltage range±10% (-10% to -15% selectable)±10% (-10% to -15% selectable)
Nominal output frequencySelectable 50 or 60 HzSelectable 50 or 60 Hz
Frequency range±10%±10%
Maximum static bypass overload capacity(5):
For 10 minutes110% to 130%110% to 130%
For 1 minute130% to 160%130% to 160%
General System Data
AC/AC efficiency VFI without charging current @ nominal input conditions(3)(4) with resistive load(6):Up to 97.5%Up to 97.5%
AC/AC efficiency with dynamic online (VI) without charging current @ nominal input conditions(3)(4) with maximum resistive load:Up to 99%Up to 99%
AC/AC efficiency in Intelligent ECO mode without charging current @ nominal input conditions(3)(4) with maximum resistive load:Up to 99%Up to 99%
Prospective short circuit current Icp with bypass fusesUp to 150 kAICUp to 150 kAIC
Heat dissipation @ nominal input conditions and nominal output load(7):Float Mode VFI: 123690.15 BTU/h (36.25 kW)Float Mode VFI: 123690.15 BTU/h (36.25 kW)
Float Mode VFD: 36254.01 BTU/h (10.625 kW)Float Mode VFD: 36254.01 BTU/h (10.625 kW)
Mechanical Dimensions:
Height2000 mm2000 mm
Width1300 mm1300 mm
Depth1000 mm1150mm(8)
Net Weight2010 kg1300 kg
Noise @ 1 meter(3)(4) as per ISO 7779/3746 at full load79 dBA ± 2dBA79 dBA ± 2dBA
Protection degree with open doorsIP20IP20
Frame colour (RAL scale)70217021
Cable entryTop/BottomTop
Service accessFront and topFront and top
AccessFront and top (no rear access required)Front and top (no rear access required)
CoolingForced ventilation, front air intake, top air outletForced ventilation, front air intake, top air outlet
Environmental
LocationIndoor (free from corrosive gases and conductive dust)Indoor (free from corrosive gases and conductive dust)
Operating Temperature0 to 50 °C (with automatic derating from 40°C)0 to 50 °C (with automatic derating from 40°C)
Maximum relative humidity @ 20 °C (non condensing)Up to 95% (with humidity control and correction)Up to 95% (with humidity control and correction)
Max altitude above sea level without derating1500 m (complies with IEC/EN 62040-3 for higher altitudes)1500 m (complies with IEC/EN 62040-3 for higher altitudes)
Immunity to electrical interferenceIEC / EN / BS 62040-2IEC / EN / BS 62040-2
EMC ClassIEN / EN 62040-2 Class C3IEN / EN 62040-2 Class C3
Environmental AspectsPEP Eco-passportPEP Eco-passport
Classification according to IEC/EN 62040-3VFI-SS-111VFI-SS-111
IEC Technical Report 61641 (Class A)Guidelines for testing low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies under internal arcing faults.Guidelines for testing low-voltage switchgear and control gear assemblies under internal arcing faults.
Extra featuresIntegrated backfeed protection device, DC ground fault detection, EPO push button, Flange connections (late customization), Vertiv™ Life™ Services Remote Diagnostic and Preventive Monitoring, Battery trip optionIntegrated backfeed protection device, DC ground fault detection, EPO push button, Flange connections (late customization), Vertiv™ Life™ Services Remote Diagnostic and Preventive Monitoring, Battery trip option
Network protocols with monitoring cardModbus TCP, BACnet/WS, BACnet/IP, SNMP v.1, v.3, IPv6Modbus TCP, BACnet/WS, BACnet/IP, SNMP v.1, v.3, IPv6

Global Presence for a Close Partnership. Everywhere.

Vertiv's global network includes power sites, manufacturing facilities, witness test sites, and training centers, supported by regional sales and service representatives.

World map indicating global presence locations for Vertiv.

Global Power Sites:

Power Highlights:

Main Witness Test and Customer Experience Center Sites

Vertiv's state-of-the-art Customer Experience Centers (CECs) allow customers to experience data center technologies firsthand, including demos, standard, customized, and remote virtual FAT experiences, with constant consultation from R&D and engineering specialists.

Specific Center Highlights:

Watch the Power Customer Experience Center video.

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