Power cuts and voltage spikes can shut down servers, corrupt data and halt your business in its tracks. A reliable Tower UPS keeps your critical IT equipment running long enough to save work, shut down safely or switch to backup power, protecting productivity and peace of mind.
Usages of a 1500W Tower UPS
In a typical office or small data centre the Vertiv GXT5-1500IRT2UXL 1500VA 1500W 5min Tower UPS sits either on a rack or as a free-standing tower, feeding servers, networking gear and storage devices. It delivers clean, uninterrupted power during brief outages and smooths out fluctuations, ensuring your daily operations stay online without interruption.
Benefits of Vertiv Tower UPS
- Continuous protection: Online double-conversion technology isolates your equipment from all power disturbances, keeping performance stable.
- Extended battery life: The UPS runs without drawing on the battery until a real outage occurs, reducing replacement frequency.
- Energy efficiency: ENERGY STAR® 2.0 certification and Eco-Mode lower electricity use and operating costs.
- Flexible installation: Hot-swappable batteries and optional rack-mount kit let you adapt the unit to your space.
- Reliable support: Comes with a 5-year warranty (3-year factory plus 2-year extension) for confidence in long-term operation.
Vertiv Tower UPS
Choosing a Vertiv Tower UPS means you get a purpose-built solution that goes beyond basic surge protectors. The unit’s online topology provides true sine-wave output, which is essential for sensitive servers and networking equipment that demand clean power. Its 1500 VA / 1500 W capacity handles a full load of typical office hardware, while the scalable runtime options let you add external battery cabinets for longer outages. With an intuitive LCD display and programmable outlets, you can monitor performance and customise protection to match your exact needs. The compact 2U form factor fits neatly into crowded racks, and the sturdy black chassis blends into professional environments.
Key Features of a 1500W Tower UPS
- Output power capacity: 1500 W / 1500 VA. Provides ample power for a full rack of servers and peripherals.
- Efficiency: 93 %. High conversion efficiency reduces heat and saves energy costs.
- Run time (up to): 5 min. Gives you enough time to shut down safely or switch to alternate power.
- Battery quantity: 4 lead-acid batteries. Hot-swappable design ensures quick replacement without downtime.
- Dimensions (HxWxD): 3.3 in × 16.9 in × 18.5 in. Fits comfortably in standard 2U rack spaces.
- Weight: 46.3 lbs. Robust build for stability while still manageable for installation.
- Input voltage: AC 230 V (200-240 V selectable). Works with a wide range of regional power supplies.
- Output outlets: 8 IEC 60320 C13 sockets. Supplies power to multiple devices simultaneously.
- Connectivity: USB, RS-232, RS-485, terminal block. Enables remote monitoring and integration with management software.
- Certification: UL-1778 (Fifth Edition) and ENERGY STAR® 2.0. Confirms safety and energy-saving performance.
Specifications
| Miscellaneous |
| Miscellaneous / Color Category | Black |
| Miscellaneous / Compliant Standards | IEC 62040-1:2008, GS, UL 1778 5th edition, CSA C22.2 No. 107.1, EN 61000-3-3:2013, EN 62040-2:2006, ISTA 1A, ANSI C62.41, IEC 61000-4-5 |
| Miscellaneous / Features | LCD display, Eco-Mode, cooling fan, double conversion, programmable load outlets |
| Header |
| Header / Model | GXT5-1500IRT2UXL |
| Header / Product Line | Liebert GXT5 |
| Header / Packaged Quantity | 1 |
| Dimensions & Weight |
| Dimensions & Weight / Height | 3.3in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Width | 16.9in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Depth | 18.5in |
| Dimensions & Weight / Weight | 46.3lbs |
| Manufacturer Warranty |
| Manufacturer Warranty / Service & Support | Limited warranty - 3 years |
| Battery |
| Battery / Run Time (Up To) | 5min |
| Battery / Quantity | 4 |
| Battery / Technology | Lead acid |
| Environmental Parameters |
| Environmental Parameters / Max Operating Temperature | 104 °F |
| Environmental Parameters / Humidity Range Operating | 0 - 95% (non-condensing) |
| Service & Support |
| Service & Support / Type | 3-year warranty |
| General |
| General / Product Type | UPS |
| General / Device Type | UPS - rack-mountable / external |
| General / Subcategory | UPS |
| Power Device |
| Power Device / Output Connector Qty | 8 |
| Power Device / Power Provided | 1500watt |
| Power Device / Efficiency | 93% |
| Power Device / Voltage Provided | AC 200/208/220/230/240V |
| Power Device / Form Factor | Rack-mountable / external |
| Power Device / Output Voltage | AC 200/208/220/230/240 V |
| Power Device / Voltage Required | AC 230V |
| Power Device / Frequency Required | 40 - 70 Hz |
| Power Device / Power Capacity (VA) | 1500VA |
| Power Device / Input Voltage | AC 230 V |
| Power Device / Input Connectors | 1 x power IEC 60320 |
| Power Device / UPS Technology | On-line |
| Power Device / Power Capacity | 1500 Watt / 1500 VA |
| Power Device / Output Waveform | Sinewave |
| Power Device / Power Output Connectors Details | 8 x power IEC 60320 C13 |
| Expansion / Connectivity |
| Expansion / Connectivity / Interfaces | 1 x management (USB) ¦ 1 x RS-232 ¦ 1 x management (RS-485) ¦ 1 x - terminal block |
| Summary Details |
| UPS topology | Double-conversion (Online) |
| Output power capacity | 1.5 kVA |
| Output power | 1500 W |
| AC outlet types | C13 coupler |
| Power plug | C14 coupler |
| AC outlets quantity | 8 AC outlet(s) |
| Typical backup time at full load | 5.6 min |
| Typical backup time at half load | 16.3 min |
| Charging current | 2.2 A |
| Form factor | Tower |
| Product colour | Black |
| Rack capacity | 2U |
| Certification | UL-1778 (Fifth Edition) |
| IEC 62040-1 | 2008 (First Edition) + Am 1:2013 |
