The APC Smart-UPS RT 192V Battery Pack (SURT192XLBP) is an external battery enclosure designed to provide extended runtime for high-performance APC Smart-UPS RT models. This unit is essential for mission-critical IT environments in Nigeria where power outages can last longer than a standard internal battery can handle.
Key Performance Specifications
- Compatibility: Designed for Smart-UPS RT models, specifically the 3000VA, 5000VA, 6000VA, 8000VA, and 10,000VA variants.
- Battery Type: Maintenance-free sealed Lead-Acid battery with suspended electrolyte (leakproof).
- Hot-Swappable: Supports user-replaceable batteries without powering down connected equipment, ensuring 100% uptime.
- Scalability: Multiple battery packs can be daisy-chained together to meet specific long-term backup requirements.
- Form Factor: Tower or Rackmount convertible (requires a separate rail kit for rack installation).
- Voltage: 192V nominal battery voltage.
External Battery Pack Price in Nigeria
Investing in additional battery capacity is a cost-effective way to protect data and hardware during prolonged grid instability.
- Estimated Price: At Kara Nigeria, the SURT192XLBP is typically listed around ₦590,500.
- Market Context: Prices for high-capacity battery enclosures in Lagos and Abuja can range from ₦550,000 to ₦850,000 depending on the vendor and stock availability.
- Warranty: Includes a 2-year repair or replace warranty as standard.
Why Use the SURT192XLBP?
- Extended Protection: Increases the minutes or hours your servers can stay online, providing a larger window for generators to kick in.
- Intelligent Management: When connected, the UPS automatically recognizes the battery pack and provides an accurate remaining runtime on the display or network interface.
- Replaceable Cartridges: The internal battery modules (RBC44) can be replaced individually when they reach the end of their life cycle (typically 3–5 years).
Professional Installation & Maintenance
Handling 192V battery strings requires expertise to ensure proper grounding and connection. UPS installation services in Nigeria are provided by Kara's parent company, Royal Coast Technologies Limited. They offer:
- Runtime Calculations: Determining exactly how many packs you need for your specific server load.
- Rack Integration: Professional mounting of these heavy units (91kg each) into server cabinets.
- Onsite Support: Routine health checks and battery replacement services for corporate offices in Lagos, Abuja, and Port Harcourt.
