CAPACITOR REPLACEMENT

UPS systems use large capacitor banks. These capacitor banks are made up of both DC electrolytic and AC polymeric film capacitors. 

PREVENTING DOWNTIME WITH CAPACITOR REPLACEMENT

Capacitor replacement on older UPS’s is crucial to the safe and reliable operation of your system. Contact us today for an inspection and evaluation of your UPS.


The importance of replacing capacitors in older UPS systems cannot be overstated. Regular capacitor replacement ensures that your system remains reliable, efficient, and safe from potentially hazardous consequences such as power outages or shutdowns. Furthermore, regular maintenance can reduce the risks of unexpected system failure due to aged components, which can lead to costly repairs or even equipment replacement.


By scheduling regular capacitor replacement before the end of their service life, you can maximize the uptime of your UPS Battery Backup system and ensure that your mission critical load is always protected. Together, we can keep your system running reliably for years to come!


INDUSTRIES AT RISK OF DOWNTIME DUE TO DELAY OF CAPACITOR REPLACEMENT


Industries that are most at risk of experiencing downtime due to delay in capacitor replacement are healthcare, finance, IT and telecommunications. These industries rely on mission critical load protection to prevent costly outages or service disruptions. With many systems already running beyond the recommended six year lifespan and only minimal margin for error, UPS system downtimes can be especially disruptive in these industries. It is essential to schedule regular capacitor replacement to ensure that your system can reliably protect mission critical load and maintain maximum uptime. Timely UPS maintenance and replacing capacitors before the end of their service life are key steps towards ensuring maximum reliability for your UPS system.


Regular maintenance and timely capacitor replacement are essential to ensuring reliable operation of your Uninterruptible Power Supply system. Replacing capacitors before the end of their service life can help to maximize the uptime of your equipment and protect mission critical load from potentially hazardous power outages or shutdowns. Taking these steps now can help you prevent costly repairs or equipment replacement in the future and give you the peace of mind that your system is running smoothly and reliably. Contact us today for more information or to schedule an inspection and evaluation of your UPS system. As one of the most experienced UPS maintenance companies on the east coast, we can keep your system running reliably for years to come!


ABOUT REPLACEMENT CAPACITORS


AC polymeric film and DC electrolytic capacitors both degrade under normal operating conditions. The aging of the capacitor is a slow process which takes place over years but eventually leads to a capacitor failure unless the capacitors are periodically replaced. A capacitor failure could result in a shutdown of the UPS module and a transfer to the bypass source, leaving the mission-critical load subject to a power disturbance or outage. Maximize the uptime of your UPS with the scheduled replacement of the AC/DC capacitors when they’re at or near the end of their service life. AC and DC capacitors have a typical service life of 6 years.


To maintain optimum performance of your UPS, it is important to start the capacitor replacement process in a timely manner. The process involves replacing the used DC electrolytic and AC polymeric film capacitors with new ones and disposing of the old ones according to environmental regulations. A professional technician should be consulted before attempting any capacitor replacement as incorrect replacement could lead to further damage to the UPS system. Regular maintenance and timely replacement of capacitors is an essential part of extending the life of your UPS System and ensuring maximum uptime for mission critical applications. It is also important to regularly check the performance parameters of the capacitors to ensure they are functioning as expected. By following these steps you can ensure your business has no downtime and prevent costly complete UPS battery replacements. 

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