Lithium UPS Comparison for Edge, IT, and Mission-Critical Deployments
Both the Xtreme Power J90-3kLiD and the APC Smart-UPS Ultra 3000VA (SRTL3KRM1UC) are compact 1U lithium UPS systems designed for edge IT, networking, AV, and distributed infrastructure. While both deliver high efficiency and dense power in a small footprint, meaningful differences emerge in battery chemistry, operating temperature, lifecycle cost, remote controllability, and procurement readiness—all critical factors in real-world, unattended deployments.
For environments where heat, limited access, and long-term reliability matter, the J90-3kLiD is engineered specifically for edge locations, telecom spaces, AV racks, and regulated installations.
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Key Differentiators at a Glance
- LiFePO₄ battery chemistry for improved safety and longevity
- Up to 50 °C (122 °F) operation for limited-cooling environments
- 15-year design life / 3,000–5,000 cycles reduces lifetime cost
- Remote outlet-level control available with Web/SNMP
- TAA-compliant for federal and regulated procurement
- 6-year full warranty covering electronics and battery
3kVA / 120V Feature Comparison
| Feature | Xtreme Power J90-3kLiD | APC SRTL3KRM1UC | J90 Advantage |
| Battery Chemistry | Lithium Iron Phosphate (LiFePO₄) with integrated BMS | Lithium-ion (chemistry not specified) | Safer chemistry with longer lifecycle |
| VA / Watt Rating | 3000VA / 2700W | 3000VA / 2880W | Comparable output; J90 optimized for long-life edge use |
| Form Factor / Mounting Options | 1U, rack-mount or wall-mount | 1U, rack-mount or wall-mount | Equal deployment flexibility |
| Rack Depth | 22.8″ | 22.0″ | Nearly identical footprint |
| Weight | 35.2 lb | 35.0 lb | Comparable installed weight |
| Efficiency (AC–AC) | 94.5% at full load | 93.2% at full load | Lower heat and operating cost |
| Output Waveform (On Battery) | Simulated sine wave | Pure sine wave | APC advantage for waveform-sensitive loads |
| High-Temperature Operation | Up to 50 °C (122 °F) | Up to 40 °C (104 °F) | Reliable in hot edge environments |
| Battery Recharge Time | ~1 hour | ~1.5 hours | Faster recovery after outages |
| Battery Life Expectancy | Up to 15 years or 3,000–5,000 cycles | ~8–10 years | Lower lifetime ownership cost |
| Ambient Operating Temperature | 50 °C (122 °F) | 40 °C (104 °F) | Full performance with limited cooling |
| Output Receptacles / Controllability | Individually controllable (with Web/SNMP) | Not controllable | Remote reboot reduces truck rolls |
| Communications / Monitoring | USB (HID), RS-232, optional Web/SNMP | USB (HID), Serial, SmartConnect (cloud) | On-prem SNMP control option |
| TAA Compliance | TAA-compliant (COO: Taiwan) | Not TAA-compliant (COO: Philippines) | Eligible for federal procurement |
| Warranty | 6-year full warranty (electronics & battery) | 5 years | Longest coverage in its class |
Where the J90-3kLiD Excels
- High-temperature edge and telecom deployments
- Unattended or hard-to-access locations
- Sites where battery replacement is costly or disruptive
- Government, defense, and regulated projects
- Deployments requiring remote outlet-level control
When APC Smart-UPS Ultra May Be a Fit
- Existing APC / Schneider Electric standardization
- Applications requiring pure sine wave output
- Climate-controlled IT rooms with consistent cooling
Who Should Choose Which?
Choose J90-3kLiD if you need:
- Reliable operation in hot or poorly cooled environments
- Long-life LiFePO₄ batteries with fewer replacements
- TAA compliance for procurement
- Remote monitoring with optional outlet-level control
- A UPS optimized for edge, AV, and distributed IT
Choose APC Smart-UPS Ultra if you need:
- Alignment with an existing APC ecosystem
- Native cloud-based monitoring
- Pure sine wave output for specialized loads
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Compare J90 to Other Lithium UPS Alternatives
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