The APC Smart-UPS RT 20kVA (SURT20KRMXLI) is a high-performance, double-conversion online UPS designed for critical servers, voice/data networks, and medical labs. This model ensures zero transfer time and provides a pure sine wave output, making it one of the most reliable power solutions for mission-critical infrastructure.
Key Technical Specifications
- Power Capacity: 16 kW / 20 kVA.
- Form Factor: 12U Rackmount (can also be used as a floor-standing tower).
- Output Voltage: 230V (Single Phase) or 400V (3-Phase) hardwired.
- Topology: Double-Conversion Online (continuous power conditioning).
- Battery Type: Maintenance-free sealed lead-acid battery with suspended electrolyte (leakproof).
- Scalable Runtime: Supports additional External Battery Packs (SURT192RMXLBP2) to extend backup time for several hours if needed.
- Management: Includes a pre-installed Network Management Card for remote monitoring and environmental sensing.
APC SURT20KRMXLI Price in Nigeria
As a specialized industrial unit, the price of the APC 20kVA RT is influenced by current exchange rates and shipping logistics.
- Estimated Price: At Kara Nigeria, this model typically ranges from ₦14,800,000 to ₦19,500,000 as of 2026.
- Value Proposition: While it is a significant capital expense, its ability to protect multi-million naira data center equipment makes it a standard requirement for Tier-3 facilities.
Why Choose the SURT Series?
- Unity Power Factor: This unit is highly efficient, allowing you to run more modern IT equipment on a single UPS compared to older, lower-rated models.
- Internal Bypass: Features an automatic and manual bypass, ensuring that your connected load stays powered even if the UPS suffers an internal electronics failure.
- Hot-Swappable Batteries: Batteries can be replaced without powering down the connected equipment, ensuring 100% uptime during maintenance.
- Rigorous Protection: Includes frequency and voltage regulation, plus power conditioning that protects against surges, spikes, and lightning.
Recommended Alternatives (If Out of Stock)
If the SURT20KRMXLI is unavailable, these high-capacity models serve as excellent alternatives:
- APC Smart-UPS On-Line 20kVA (SRTG20KXLI): The newer, more compact (7U) version of the 20kVA line. It offers higher efficiency and a more modern LCD interface.
- APC Easy UPS 3S 20kVA (E3SUPS20KHB1): A more cost-effective 3-phase solution. It is built for rugged industrial environments and is generally easier to maintain in large facilities.
- Blue Gate 20kVA Online UPS: A widely used local alternative in Nigeria. It provides online double-conversion at a lower price point, though it lacks the advanced network integration of the APC series.
Final Buying Advice
The SURT20KRMXLI is an extremely heavy unit (over 200kg with batteries). Ensure your server rack is rated for the weight and that you have a 63A or 3-phase input prepared by a certified electrician.
