P80 Line-Interactive UPS – 800–3000 VA 120V Rack/Tower UPS
800–3000 VA | 120V | Line-Interactive UPS
Rack-mounted UPS platform engineered for distributed infrastructure requiring efficient power protection, voltage regulation, and standardized deployment across multiple sites..
800–3000 VA · 120 VAC · Pure Sine Wave Line-Interactive UPS · AVR · Scalable Runtime
P80 line-interactive rack UPS
The P80 is a 120 V pure sine wave line-interactive rack/tower UPS for network, AV, and distributed IT environments where continuous double-conversion conditioning isn’t required but reliable battery backup and voltage regulation are essential. Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) corrects under- and over-voltage without using the battery, while up to 99% ECO-mode efficiency lowers operating cost. The P80 runs a 0.9 output power factor across the whole range, so a 3000 VA model delivers 2700 W. A 0.6 power factor unit of the same VA rating gives you 1800 W. That is 900 W of usable capacity you would otherwise have to buy a larger UPS to get. For full-time conditioning, see the online P91.
Efficient rack-level power protection
The P80 is designed for environments where utility power is relatively stable and full-time double conversion is not required. Line-interactive topology regulates voltage using AVR while maintaining high operating efficiency; during outages, the system transfers to battery (typical 2–6 ms) to support ride-through and controlled shutdown. The result is a practical balance of protection, efficiency, and cost for distributed infrastructure — with pure sine wave output for sensitive electronic loads.
What the P80 delivers
Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects under-/over-voltage without draining the battery, extending battery life and improving availability.
Clean, network-grade sine wave output safely powers active PFC power supplies and sensitive electronics.
High-efficiency ECO mode (99%) and 95% buck/boost mode reduce energy consumption and heat at all load levels.
Replace a tired battery during business hours without a maintenance window or dropping the load; temperature-compensated charging stretches battery life so the swap comes around less often.
Drop the printer and lab gear first so the firewall and switch ride an outage longer on the same battery; the smart LCD shows exactly what each group is doing from the front panel.
Service or swap the UPS through the optional XBDM bypass without taking the rack down (excludes the P80-3000); after a full discharge, auto-restart brings the load back as soon as utility returns — no truck roll to power-cycle.
Watts, not VA, is what actually limits a UPS. At 0.9 PF the P80 delivers 720–2700 W from an 800–3000 VA rating. Much of the competing field runs 0.6 to 0.7 PF, where the same VA number buys substantially less usable capacity — so compare on watts before comparing on price.
Compliance with the Trade Agreements Act on the whole 800–3000 VA range, not model by model. Among competing line-interactive rack platforms TAA eligibility is usually SKU-dependent, so the model you wanted often turns out not to qualify. Here you can standardize one platform across a federal, state, education, or healthcare program. See the TAA single-phase range →
The standard line-interactive rack tier
The P80 operates as the standard line-interactive UPS platform within distributed rack environments — deployed across IDF/MDF closets, telecom and structured cabling, and AV, security, and commercial infrastructure. It sits between entry-level UPS and online double-conversion platforms in the Xtreme Power architecture.
Choose the P80 for standard 120 V rack line-interactive protection. Step up to the online P91 when you need zero transfer time or continuous conditioning, move to the P80g for 208–240 V, pick the S71 when a tower fits the space better than a rack, or the V70 when the rack is too shallow for a standard-depth chassis.
Line-interactive or online?
The short version: line interactive addresses five of the ten common power problems and online double-conversion addresses nine. See which problems each topology covers before deciding.
Compared to online UPS platforms, the P80 is designed for applications where full-time power conditioning isn’t necessary — offering higher operating efficiency, lower complexity, and reduced cost while still providing battery backup and voltage regulation. Online systems such as the P91 are selected when zero transfer time, generator coordination, or highly sensitive loads require continuous conditioning.
Replace legacy APC / Eaton line-interactive UPS
The P80 is commonly deployed as a replacement for legacy rack UPS systems — APC Smart-UPS SMT, Eaton 5P and Tripp Lite SmartPro, and Vertiv Liebert PSI — providing a standardized platform for distributed infrastructure with simplified deployment and consistent lifecycle management across sites.
P80 vs the line-interactive field
How the P80 lines up against the platforms it most often replaces at comparable capacity. Full model-by-model breakdowns are in the comparison hub.
| Feature | Xtreme P80 | APC Smart-UPS | Eaton 5P | Tripp Lite SmartPro |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Topology | Line-interactive + AVR | Line-interactive + AVR | Line-interactive + AVR | Line-interactive + AVR |
| Output | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave | Pure sine wave |
| Form factor | 2U rack / tower convertible | 2U rack / tower | 1–2U rack | 2U rack / tower |
| External battery packs | Up to 2 (1500–3000) | Model-dependent | Model-dependent | Model-dependent |
| Maintenance bypass | Optional XBDM | Model-dependent | Limited | Limited |
| Warranty | 3-year (5-yr optional) | 2–3 year | 3-year | 2–3 year |
| TAA compliant | Yes | Model-dependent | Model-dependent | Model-dependent |
Summary view; competitor specifications vary by model and configuration. See the per-model comparisons for exact figures. All P80 comparisons →
Six models, 800–3000 VA
| Model | Capacity | Dimensions (W×D×H) | Weight | Receptacles | Internal battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| P80-800 | 800 VA / 720 W | 17.2 × 15.1 × 3.5 in | 29.3 lb | (8) NEMA 5-15R | (2) 12V 7Ah |
| P80-1100 | 1100 VA / 990 W | 17.2 × 15.1 × 3.5 in | 30.5 lb | (8) NEMA 5-15R | (2) 12V 9Ah |
| P80-1500 | 1500 VA / 1350 W | 17.2 × 18.9 × 3.5 in | 44.7 lb | (8) 5-15/20R | (4) 12V 9Ah |
| P80-2000 | 2000 VA / 1800 W | 17.2 × 18.9 × 3.5 in | 47.4 lb | (8) 5-15/20R | (4) 12V 9Ah |
| P80-2200 | 2200 VA / 2000 W | 17.2 × 23.6 × 3.5 in | 61.7 lb | (8) 5-15/20R | (6) 12V 7Ah |
| P80-3000(V2) | 3000 VA / 2700 W | 17.2 × 23.6 × 3.5 in | 67.1 lb | (8) 5-15/20R or (6) + L5-30R | (6) 12V 9Ah |
Output 120 VAC nominal (110/115/127 selectable), pure sine wave. Line cords: 5-15P (800/1100/1500), 5-20P (2000/2200), L5-30P (3000 V2). External battery packs are available on the 1500/2000/2200/3000(V2) models.
Runtime by load
Estimated runtime in minutes at 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of rated load, with internal batteries and with optional external battery packs. The shaded row for each model shows the actual watt load at each level, so you can match runtime directly to your real load.
| Battery configuration | 25% load | 50% load | 75% load | 100% load |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P80-800 · 720 W · (2) 12V 7Ah | 180 W | 360 W | 540 W | 720 W |
| Internal | 29 | 11 | 6 | 4 |
| P80-1100 · 990 W · (2) 12V 9Ah | 248 W | 495 W | 742 W | 990 W |
| Internal | 26 | 11 | 5 | 3 |
| P80-1500 · 1,350 W · (4) 12V 9Ah | 338 W | 675 W | 1,012 W | 1,350 W |
| Internal | 43 | 18 | 10 | 6 |
| +1 pack | 161 | 75 | 43 | 30 |
| +2 packs | 298 | 131 | 86 | 58 |
| P80-2000 · 1,800 W · (4) 12V 9Ah | 450 W | 900 W | 1,350 W | 1,800 W |
| Internal | 30 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| +1 pack | 119 | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| +2 packs | 211 | 97 | 58 | 40 |
| P80-2200 · 2,000 W · (6) 12V 7Ah | 500 W | 1,000 W | 1,500 W | 2,000 W |
| Internal | 32 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| +1 pack | 125 | 54 | 32 | 22 |
| +2 packs | 219 | 104 | 62 | 43 |
| P80-3000(V2) · 2,700 W · (6) 12V 9Ah | 675 W | 1,350 W | 2,025 W | 2,700 W |
| Internal | 30 | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| +1 pack | 119 | 50 | 30 | 20 |
| +2 packs | 211 | 97 | 58 | 40 |
Estimated minutes; actual runtime varies with battery age, temperature, and load profile. The P80-800 and P80-1100 use internal batteries only; the 1500/2000/2200/3000(V2) accept up to two external packs. Size it with the UPS selector →
Optional external battery packs
| Battery pack | For models | Dimensions (W×D×H) | Weight | Battery |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P90-BP48 | P80-1500 / 2000 | 17.2 × 18.9 × 3.5 in | 74.6 lb | (8) 12V 9Ah / 48V |
| P90-BP72 | P80-2200 / 3000(V2) | 17.2 × 23.6 × 3.5 in | 104.4 lb | (12) 12V 9Ah / 72V |
Hot-swappable; up to two packs per supported UPS. The P80-800 and P80-1100 do not support external packs.
Distribution and outlet-level control
The P80’s multiple output receptacles let a single UPS protect several devices within a rack. It is commonly deployed with rack-mounted power distribution — including intelligent PDUs — to enable outlet-level control, monitoring, and simplified power management, providing a standardized approach to rack-level power across distributed environments.
Built for distributed infrastructure
The P80 is deployed across distributed infrastructure — network closets and structured cabling, telecom, AV and security, and commercial IT and retail — and is particularly well suited to multi-site deployments standardizing a consistent, efficient UPS platform.
Efficient battery backup and AVR for switching and cabling.
Standardized line-interactive protection for comms rooms.
Pure sine power for AV control and security systems.
Reliable ride-through for distributed commercial IT.
Consistent rack power across campus IT.
Voltage regulation for automation and embedded systems.
Capacity guidance: 800–1500 VA for small racks, security systems, and edge devices; 2200–3000 VA for network infrastructure and distributed IT.
P80 specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Topology | Line-interactive with AVR (buck/boost) |
| Capacity | 800 / 1100 / 1500 / 2000 / 2200 / 3000 VA (720–2700 W) |
| Input voltage | 120 VAC nominal; range -32% to +27% without battery |
| Output voltage | 120 VAC nominal (110 / 115 / 127 selectable) |
| Output waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Transfer time | 2–6 ms typical |
| Frequency | 50/60 Hz auto-sensing |
| Efficiency | Up to 99% (ECO mode) / 95% (buck & boost) |
| Harmonic distortion | 2% @ 100% linear; 5% @ 100% non-linear load |
| Battery | Sealed maintenance-free VRLA, hot-swappable; internal + optional external packs |
| Charger | 1.5 A max; temperature-compensated; recharge about 4 h to 90% |
| External battery packs | P90-BP48 / P90-BP72; max 2 (1500/2000/2200/3000 V2 only) |
| Form factor | Rack / tower convertible; wall-mount option |
| Operating temperature | 32–104°F (0–40°C) |
| Audible noise | <45 dBA |
| Altitude | Up to 11,500 ft |
| Communications | RS-232, USB, EPO; intelligent slot (Web/SNMP, relay/dry contact, Modbus) |
| Approvals | UL, cUL, RoHS, TAA compliant |
| Load protection policy | $50,000 connected-equipment protection |
| Warranty | 3-year electronics & battery (USA & Canada); optional 5-year |
| Options | XBDM bypass (excl. 3000), XPDU distribution, 4-post rail kit, 2-post shelf kit, wall-mount bracket |
P80 line-interactive rack UPS — frequently asked questions
Does the P80 produce a true pure sine wave?
Yes. That is the main difference between the P80 and a simulated sine wave unit like the V70, and it matters for active power factor corrected supplies, AV components, and anything that misreads a stepped waveform. If the load has ever behaved oddly on a cheaper UPS, waveform is a likely reason.
What size P80 do I need?
Six models span 800 to 3000 VA, at 720 to 2700 W. Size on watts rather than VA. The P80 runs a 0.9 power factor across the range, so the watt figure is unusually close to the VA figure, which means you get more usable capacity per VA than from a 0.6 power factor unit of the same rating.
Can I extend the runtime of a P80?
Yes, with external battery packs, which is a capability the V70 and S71 do not have. That makes the P80 the right choice when a rack needs more than internal-battery ride-through but does not justify an online double-conversion platform.
Should I use a P80 or step up to an online UPS?
Line interactive covers five of the ten common power problems; online double-conversion covers nine. Step up if the load runs from a generator, cannot tolerate transfer time, or is affected by noise, harmonics, or transients rather than just voltage level. Stay with the P80 if the circuit is unstable but the load is ordinary IT and network equipment.
Is the P80 rack or tower?
Both. The chassis is 2U rack-mountable and converts to tower orientation, which suits AV racks, IDF and MDF closets, and offices where the unit sits on the floor rather than in a rack.
Does the P80 replace a legacy APC or Eaton line-interactive UPS?
Yes, across the same 800 to 3000 VA band. The comparison page linked on this page puts the P80 against the equivalent APC Smart-UPS, CyberPower, Eaton 5PX, and Vertiv models on capacity, power factor, runtime, and warranty.
What outlet control does the P80 offer?
Switched outlet groups, so non-critical loads can be shed to preserve runtime for what matters, and individual receptacles can be power-cycled remotely. That is worth having in an unmanned closet where a remote reboot saves a truck roll.
Is the P80 TAA compliant?
Yes, across every model in the range, alongside UL, cUL, and RoHS. This is a genuine point of separation: among the competing line-interactive rack platforms, TAA eligibility is typically model-dependent, so a buyer has to check SKU by SKU and often finds the model they wanted is not eligible. With the P80 the whole 800 to 3000 VA range qualifies, which is what makes it practical to standardize one platform across a regulated program.
Documents and related links
Plan your P80 deployment
Talk to an Xtreme Power specialist about capacity and runtime sizing, external battery-pack configuration, TAA procurement, and standardizing a single line-interactive platform across multiple sites.
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UPS Battery Packs
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,Model,Description,Unit Weight, Unit Dimensions
,P90-BP48,”48V Battery Pack for P80-1500, 2U”,74.6 lbs,17.2” x 19.9” x 3.5”
,P90-BP72,”72V Battery Pack for P80-2200, P80-3000, 2U”,104.4 lbs,17.2” x 24.6” x 3.5”
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Mounting Kits
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,Model,Description,Unit Weight, Unit Dimensions
,P90-RAIL,4-Post Rail Kit,5 lbs,3.8″ x 19.8″ x 2.8″
,XPC-2PRAIL,2-Post Rail Kit; Rated for 125 lbs,5 lbs,4.0” x 20.0” x 3.0”
,XPC-2POSTL,2-Post Shelf Kit; Rated for 150 lbs,9 lbs,21.5″ x 23.3″ x 3.5″
,P90-WMB,Wall Mount Bracket,5 lbs,4.0″ x 24.0″ x 4.0″
,P90-FRMB,”Front Rackmount Bracket for P90-1000, P90-1500, P90-2000″,1 lb,0.9″ x 2.0″ x 3.4″
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Connectivity
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,Model,Description,Unit Weight, Unit Dimensions
,SNMP-2PMINI,Two Port Internal SNMP Card,1 lb,7.25″ x 6″ x 2.5″
,SNMP-EMD,Environmental Monitoring Device,1 lb,7.25″ x 6″ x 2.5″
,MODBUS-IN,Modbus Card,1 lb,7.25″ x 6″ x 2.5″
,RELAY-MINI,General Relay Contacts with DB9 & Terminal Block Adapter,1 lb,7.25″ x 6″ x 2.5″
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Bypass Distribution Modules
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,Model,Description,Utility Input, Output Connections, UPS Connections, Unit Weight, Unit Dimensions
,XBDM-1015LV,”Bypass 15A/120VAC for use with P80-800, P80-1100, P80-1500″,”5–15P, 12ft”,”(6) 5–15R front, (4) 5–15R back”,5-15R,3.4 lbs,19” x 3.5” x 1.75”
,XBDM-1020LV,Bypass 20A/120VAC for use with P80-2200,”5–20P, 12ft”,”(6) 5–20R front, (4) 5–20R back”,5-20R,3.4 lbs,19” x 3.5” x 1.75”
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Power Distribution Units
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,Model,Description,Input Power Cord, Outlets, Unit Weight, Unit Dimensions
,XPD-1415HV,120V Basic Power Distribution Unit,”5–15P, 12ft”,(14) 5–15R,3.5 lbs,19.0″ x 3.5″ x 1.75″
,XPD-1420HV,120V Basic Power Distribution Unit,”L5–20P, 12ft or 5–20P with adapter”,(14) 5–25R,4.8 lbs,19.0″ x 3.5″ x 1.75″
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