Power outages and short-run battery packs can shut down critical equipment. When a UPS runs out of backup time, data loss or production loss can happen. Without enough backup, servers may crash, and you could lose hours of work. The Vertiv Liebert GXT5 External Hot-Swappable UPS Battery Cabinet 9 Ah adds extra runtime without stopping the UPS, letting you keep servers, medical devices, or manufacturing lines running while you replace batteries safely.
Vertiv Liebert GXT5 External Hot-Swappable UPS Battery Cabinet 9 Ah with Vertiv
Never lose power again when you need it most. The Vertiv Liebert GXT5 External Hot-Swappable UPS Battery Cabinet 9 Ah is a sealed-lead-acid battery enclosure that connects to compatible Liebert GXT5 UPS models. It lets you attach up to ten cabinets for long-duration backup. If your current battery pack cannot hold enough charge, this cabinet provides a quick, hot-swap solution so the UPS never stops. The cabinet is built with a sturdy steel frame and a lockable door, protecting the batteries from dust and tampering. Its compact dimensions fit into tight racks, and the weight distribution makes handling easier.
Usages
Use the cabinet in a data center to extend runtime for critical servers during a grid failure. Hospital IT rooms can rely on it to keep life-support monitoring equipment alive while staff change batteries. Manufacturing floors can attach it to PLC-controlled machines that cannot afford a sudden shutdown. Small office back-up rooms also benefit when space for internal batteries is limited. In telecom shelters, the cabinet can protect networking gear during storms. Remote research labs that rely on continuous power can also benefit, as the hot-swap feature reduces maintenance trips. Even schools with computer labs can use it to avoid class disruptions.
Benefits
- Extends UPS backup time, giving you minutes or hours to finish work safely.
- Hot-swap design lets you replace batteries without powering down the UPS.
- Supports up to 16 batteries per cabinet, so you can scale power as needed.
- Simple auto-detection speeds up installation and reduces wiring errors.
- Built to IEC62040-1 standards, ensuring reliable performance in harsh environments.
Key Features
- 9 Ah sealed lead-acid (VRLA) cells.
- Holds 16 batteries for high capacity.
- Compatible with Liebert GXT5-5000, 6000, 8000, and 10K models.
- Hot-swappable bays for zero-downtime changes.
- Auto-detect feature confirms correct wiring instantly.
- Can link up to ten cabinets to one UPS.
- Operates from 0 C to 40 C, suitable for most rooms.
- Works at altitudes up to 3000 m.
- Humidity range 0 %-95 % for varied climates.
- Meets IEC62040-1:2008 safety standard.
Specifications
| Battery |
| Battery capacity |
9 Ah |
| Battery capacity |
9 Ah |
| Number of batteries supported |
16 |
| Battery technology |
Sealed Lead Acid (VRLA) |
| Operational conditions |
| Operating altitude |
0 - 118110.2" (0 - 3000 m) |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 95% |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) |
0 - 95% |
| Storage temperature (T-T) |
-15 - 40 °C |
| Operating temperature (T-T) |
0 - 40 °C |
| Weight & dimensions |
| Weight |
143.3 lbs (65 kg) |
| Height |
6.81" (173 mm) |
| Depth |
22.9" (581 mm) |
| Width |
16.9" (430 mm) |
| Packaging data |
| Package height |
18.3" (465 mm) |
| Package depth |
33.1" (840 mm) |
| Package width |
26.4" (670 mm) |
| Safety regulation & standards |
| Safety |
IEC62040-1:2008 |
