Power distribution
XBDM-1015LV15A, 120V: UPS up to 1500 VAView XBDM-1015LV →XBDM-1020LV20A, 120V: 2000 VA UPSView XBDM-1020LV →XBDM-1030LV30A, 120V: 3000 VA UPSView XBDM-1030LV →XBDM1020HV116A, 208/230V, IEC C20 inlet, with C20 to C13 cord kitView XBDM1020HV1 →XBDM1020HV216A, 208/230V, IEC C20 inlet, with (2) C20 to C19 cord kitsView XBDM1020HV2 →
Maintenance bypass
A maintenance bypass lets you move the load from the UPS to utility power with one switch, so the UPS can be repaired or replaced while the connected equipment keeps running. Switch back and the load is protected by the UPS again. The XBDM plugs in with supplied cords and adds outlets; the XBDM HW is hardwired through terminal blocks.
Compare models
| Model | Connections | Ratings | Transfer time | Outlets | Mounting |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| XBDM | Supplied cords | 15, 20, 30A at 120V; 16A at 208/230V | 4-8 ms | Up to 10 | 1U rack, horizontal or vertical |
| XBDM HW | Hardwired terminal blocks | 15, 20, 30A at 120VAC; 63A at 230VAC | 8 ms (63A: make-before-break) | Six 5-15R on 15A and 20A models | Wall or 19-inch rack, hardware included |
XBDM, plug-in
Bypass and power distribution in one 1U enclosure. Loads stay surge protected in UPS and bypass modes, and LEDs confirm both sources before you switch.
XBDM HW, hardwired
Terminal-block input and output for code-compliant panel installations. 3-year warranty in the USA and Canada.
The M90S and X90 modular UPS include a maintenance bypass, so they don’t need a separate module. The XBDM is not recommended for UPS with switched output receptacles.
How to choose
| If you need | Start with |
|---|---|
| A plug-in bypass for a 120V UPS up to 1500 VA | XBDM-1015LV |
| The same for a 2000 or 3000 VA UPS | XBDM-1020LV or XBDM-1030LV |
| A 208/230V UPS, up to 16A | XBDM1020HV1 or XBDM1020HV2 |
| A bypass wired into the electrical panel, 120V | XBDM HW, 15, 20 or 30A |
| A higher-capacity UPS with a bypass interlock, such as the P91 5-10 kVA | XBDM-HW63 (confirm interlock support for your model) |
| A UPS with bypass built in | M90S or X90 modular UPS |
Frequently asked questions
What does a maintenance bypass do?
It switches the load from the UPS output to utility power so the UPS can be turned off, serviced or replaced without shutting down the equipment. When the work is done, the switch returns the load to the UPS.
Is the load protected while in bypass?
The load keeps running on utility power and stays surge protected on the XBDM and on the 15A and 20A XBDM HW, but it has no battery backup until the UPS is back in the circuit. Keep the bypass period short.
XBDM or XBDM HW?
The XBDM plugs in with supplied cords and adds up to 10 outlets in a 1U enclosure. The XBDM HW connects through terminal blocks for hardwired installations, and the 63A model adds make-before-break transfer with a static-switch interlock.
Will the XBDM work with any UPS?
Match the XBDM model to the UPS rating and voltage. It is not recommended for UPS with switched output receptacles. Alternate versions are available for the P91 5-10 kVA.