Vertiv AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB 20kVA Modular UPS with Extended Battery
Overview
The Vertiv AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB is a 20kVA / 18.0kW APS MAX uninterruptible power supply designed for hardwire installations that demand a high-capacity, scalable backup power architecture. Rated at 20kVA with a 0.9 power factor delivering 18.0kW of usable output, this unit targets data center edge deployments, enterprise server rooms, and large-scale security infrastructure where a single-unit power failure is not an acceptable outcome. It ships with an integrated battery module that supports 10 minutes at full load and 27 minutes at half load — enough buffer to execute a controlled shutdown or ride through a utility fault in most commercial scenarios.
Unlike plug-and-play tower UPS units, the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB uses hardwire input and output connections (L-L-N-G), meaning it integrates directly into your facility's electrical distribution — the right call for permanent installations where outlet-based cabling would be both a code violation and a single point of failure. Optional Power Output Distribution (POD) modules expand output flexibility when mixed load types need individual branch protection.
Key Features
- 20kVA / 18.0kW Capacity: At 0.9 power factor, this UPS puts nearly all of its rated kVA to work as real kW — more useful output than older 0.8 PF designs at the same kVA rating. If you're sizing for a 15–16kW IT load and want headroom, this is where you land without stepping up to a separate frame.
- Scalable to 20kVA / 18.0kW: The AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB sits at the top of the AS6 chassis scalability range (5kVA through 20kVA), so the infrastructure investment in wiring and cabinet space isn't stranded if load grows — the chassis supports the full 20kVA ceiling at this configuration.
- 10-Minute Full-Load Runtime: At 20kVA / 18.0kW continuous draw, the internal battery bank sustains the load for 10 minutes. That's enough for an orderly graceful shutdown on most hypervisor clusters and enough buffer to outlast brief utility interruptions without generator handoff issues.
- 27-Minute Half-Load Runtime: Drop to a 10kW load (roughly half) and runtime extends to 27 minutes — practically relevant in environments where non-critical loads are shed automatically during a power event, letting the UPS protect only the priority tier for a longer window.
- Hardwire Input (L-L-N-G): Direct panel feed rather than a wall receptacle means you're not relying on a single outlet or PDU for 20kVA of protected load. Hardwire connections also eliminate the mechanical stress and contact resistance degradation that plug-based connections accumulate over years of operation.
- Hardwire Output with Optional PODs: The standard output path is hardwire — clean for dedicated server infrastructure. Optional Power Output Distribution modules add receptacle-level distribution for environments with mixed load types, without requiring a separate PDU frame or additional circuit runs.
- AS6 Family Scalability Architecture: As part of the AS6 platform, the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB shares its cabinet and wiring infrastructure with lower-capacity siblings (10kVA AS6B, 15kVA AS6C variants). If you're deploying multiple zones in a facility, standardizing on the AS6 chassis simplifies spares, documentation, and technician training across sites.
Integration and Compatibility
The hardwire I/O design of the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB suits permanent facility integration rather than portable or temporary deployments. Input connection follows L-L-N-G wiring, standard for three-wire single-phase or derived configurations depending on facility layout — confirm with the site electrician before rough-in. The optional POD output modules integrate into the same chassis and are specified separately; if your load mix requires receptacle outputs alongside the hardwire feed, plan POD selection at the design stage rather than retrofitting. For Vertiv UPS systems, remote monitoring and load management typically connect via Vertiv's management card ecosystem — verify compatible management cards against your DCIM or BMS platform during procurement.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the full-load runtime on the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB?
A: At full load (20kVA / 18.0kW), the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB provides 10 minutes of runtime on its internal battery. At half load, runtime extends to 27 minutes.
Q: What type of input connection does the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB require?
A: The AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB uses a hardwire L-L-N-G input connection. It does not use a standard wall outlet or IEC plug — a licensed electrician and dedicated circuit breaker are required for installation.
Q: Can the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB be scaled up from a lower-capacity starting point?
A: The AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB is the 20kVA variant in the AS6 family, which is the maximum scalable capacity for this chassis (20kVA / 18.0kW). Lower-capacity AS6 models in the same family can be scaled toward this ceiling; this unit is already at the top of the range.
Q: Does the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB support receptacle-based output connections?
A: Standard output is hardwire. Optional Power Output Distribution (POD) modules can be added to provide receptacle-level distribution for mixed load environments.
Q: How does the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB compare to other models in the AS6 battery family?
A: The AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB is the 20kVA / 18.0kW model with a 10-min full-load / 27-min half-load runtime profile. The AS6D0NCXGNNXLKB is also 20kVA but delivers only 5-min full-load / 16-min half-load — the AS6D0NCJGNNXLKB carries a larger internal battery bank for longer ride-through.
