Manufacturer | APC |
Product Name | APC Symmetra PX20KW Scalable to 40KW 208V UPS |
Model Number | SY20K40F |
UPS Type | Double Conversion (Online) |
Power Capacity (Watts) | 40 kW |
Apparent Power (VA) | 20000 VA |
Scalability | Scalable from 20 kW to 40 kW |
Battery Type | Lead-acid Battery |
Enclosure Color | Black |
Form Factor | Rack-Mountable (42U) |
Rack Height | 42U |
Power Provided | 40 kW |
Included Warranty | 1 Year Warranty |
APC Symmetra PX20KW Scalable to 40KW 208V UPS


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- Highly scalable from 20 KW to 40 KW, ideal for growing enterprise power requirements
- Double-conversion architecture ensures continuous, clean power for sensitive equipment
- Compliance with TAA and RoHS standards makes it suitable for federal and enterprise use
Product Overview
The APC Symmetra PX20KW Scalable to 40KW 208V (SY20K40F) is a modular, double-conversion UPS designed for high-demand environments like data centers and mission-critical infrastructures. Scalable from 20 KW to 40 KW, it supports 120 V output from 208 V input via secure 5-wire hard wire connections. Built with lead-acid battery technology, it operates efficiently across a wide temperature (0–40°C) and humidity (0–95%) range. This 42U, black-enclosed system is RoHS and TAA compliant, backed by a 1-year warranty, and manufactured in the United States—making it a reliable solution for enterprise deployment.
Specifications
Product Overview
Physical & Environmental
Width | 60 cm |
Depth | 90.2 cm |
Height | 207 cm |
Minimum Operating Temperature | 0°C |
Maximum Operating Temperature | 40°C |
Humidity Range Operating | 0% to 95% (non-condensing) |
Storage Temperature Range | -15°C to 45°C |
Acoustic Noise Level | 68 dBA |
Cooling Method | Forced Air |
Installation Environment | Indoor, temperature-controlled |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Remote Management | Optional via Network Management Card |
Management Interface | APC Network Management Interface (optional) |
Monitoring Capabilities | Real-time alarms, event logging, SNMP support |
Firmware Upgradeable | Yes |
Interfaces
Input Voltage | 208 V |
Output Voltage | 120 V |
Input Connector Type | Hard Wire 5-wire (3PH + N + G) |
Output Connector Type | Hard Wire 5-wire (3PH + N + G) |
Bypass Type | Internal Maintenance Bypass |
Communication Interfaces | Serial, USB, Ethernet (optional Network Management Card) |
Compliance & Origin
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
Country of Origin | United States |
Certifications | UL 1778, CSA, FCC Part 15 Class A, ENERGY STAR (Qualified UPS) |
Advanced Security Features
Event Notification | Email, SNMP trap, audible alarms |
User Access Control | Password-protected interface |
System Protection Features | Overload protection, surge protection, short-circuit protection |