APC Smart-ups SRT 10000VA RM 208V Taa-compliant - SRT10KRMXLTUS

APC by Schneider Electric SRT10KRMXLTUS 10000VA 208V Rack-Mount UPS

Overview

The SRT10KRMXLTUS is a 10,000VA rack-mount uninterruptible power supply from APC by Schneider Electric, delivering 208V output in a 6U rack chassis — purpose-built for mission-critical IT infrastructure where a power interruption means real operational or financial consequence. At 10kVA, this unit sits firmly in the mid-to-upper range of online double-conversion UPS platforms, making it the right call for server rooms, network equipment rooms, and surveillance recording infrastructure that cannot tolerate even a momentary voltage sag or brownout. TAA compliance means this unit is eligible for U.S. federal, state, and local government procurement under the Trade Agreements Act — a non-negotiable requirement for many public-sector and defense contracts. The lead-acid battery chemistry is a known quantity: widely serviceable, predictable discharge curves, and hot-swappable in most APC SRT deployments. The black rack chassis fits standard 19-inch rails and occupies 6U — plan your rack layout accordingly before ordering, especially in dense deployments where U-space is already constrained. For a broader look at the APC by Schneider Electric power protection lineup, the SRT series spans from 1kVA tower units up through high-frame-capacity three-phase systems.

Key Features

• 10,000VA / 208V Output: Sized to carry a fully loaded 2U server chassis, a dense PoE switch stack, or a multi-channel NVR array without load-shedding. At 208V, this pairs directly with equipment spec'd for single-phase 208V PDUs — no step-down transformer needed in standard two-leg rack power configurations.
• 6U Rack Form Factor: Fits standard 19-inch EIA rails. Six rack units is compact for a 10kVA unit, but verify your rack has the depth clearance for battery modules — APC SRT battery packs extend toward the rear and require adequate cable management clearance.
• TAA Compliance: Qualifies for federal government, GSA schedule, and defense contract procurement where Trade Agreements Act compliance is mandated. If your project is government-funded or involves a federal end-user, this is the compliance marker to check off before spec-ing an alternative.
• Lead-Acid Battery Chemistry: Valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) batteries provide predictable runtime curves and are field-replaceable without specialist tools. Replacement battery modules are widely available through standard commercial channels — relevant for facilities teams planning a multi-year total cost of ownership.
• Online Double-Conversion Topology (SRT Series): The SRT platform operates as a true online double-conversion UPS, meaning connected loads run off inverted power at all times — not just during a transfer event. This eliminates transfer time entirely and isolates sensitive electronics from line noise, frequency variation, and voltage distortion. For network video recorders and storage arrays where a hard power cycle corrupts active write operations, this topology is the correct call over line-interactive alternatives.
• Black Chassis / Commercial-Grade Construction: The black finish and rack-mount profile align with standard data center and IDF/MDF aesthetics. Not a cosmetic consideration — the chassis is rated for continuous duty in a rack environment, not periodic-use residential or light commercial applications.
• ECCN 5A992: Export Classification Control Number 5A992 indicates this product is subject to EAR (Export Administration Regulations) but eligible for export to most destinations under License Exception ENC or similar. Relevant for any international project or re-export scenario — verify end-use and destination before shipping internationally.

Integration and Compatibility

The SRT10KRMXLTUS integrates with APC's EcoStruxure IT and Network Management Cards for SNMP-based monitoring, enabling remote shutdown, load monitoring, and environmental alerting from a central management console. For PoE switch infrastructure and surveillance recording systems, pairing this UPS with APC's AP9631 or AP9641 network management card (sold separately) allows graceful OS shutdown scripting via PowerChute Network Shutdown — critical for NVR systems running Windows or Linux where an ungraceful shutdown risks filesystem corruption on active recording drives. The 208V single-phase output is standard for most rack PDUs used in colocation and enterprise data center environments. Verify your downstream PDU and equipment input voltage ratings before deployment — 208V is NOT interchangeable with 120V without appropriate PDU and load equipment rated for that voltage. For facilities running rack UPS infrastructure at mixed voltages, an autotransformer may be required for 120V-only loads. This unit's physical 17-inch depth spec means it fits standard 4-post racks with proper rail kit — confirm APC's rail compatibility for your specific rack brand before purchase.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the SRT10KRMXLTUS TAA-compliant for federal government procurement?

A: Yes. The SRT10KRMXLTUS carries TAA compliance, making it eligible for U.S. federal, state, and local government procurement under the Trade Agreements Act, including GSA schedule purchasing.

Q: What output voltage does the SRT10KRMXLTUS provide?

A: The SRT10KRMXLTUS outputs 208V. This is designed for single-phase 208V rack environments standard in data centers and enterprise IT rooms. It is not a 120V unit — verify your load equipment and PDU ratings before deployment.

Q: How many rack units does the SRT10KRMXLTUS occupy?

A: The SRT10KRMXLTUS occupies 6U in a standard 19-inch rack. Account for this footprint — plus rear cable clearance for battery modules — when planning rack layout.

Q: What battery type does the SRT10KRMXLTUS use?

A: It uses a lead-acid (VRLA) battery. These are field-replaceable and widely available as APC replacement battery modules, supporting long-term serviceability without specialized tools.

Q: What is the ECCN classification for the SRT10KRMXLTUS?

A: The SRT10KRMXLTUS is classified under ECCN 5A992, subject to U.S. Export Administration Regulations. Most destinations are eligible under applicable license exceptions, but verify end-use and destination country for international orders or re-export scenarios.

Q: Can the SRT10KRMXLTUS be monitored remotely via SNMP?

A: The SRT series supports APC Network Management Cards (sold separately) for SNMP-based monitoring, remote load management, and graceful shutdown scripting via PowerChute — enabling integration with data center infrastructure management platforms and VMS environments requiring graceful NVR shutdown on power events.

Ted Perry

The SRT10KRMXLTUS is one of the more straightforward specifications in the APC SRT lineup when your project requirements are clear: 10kVA, single-phase 208V output, TAA-compliant, 6U rack. Where I see integrators stumble is on the voltage assumption — this is a 208V unit, not a 120V unit, and that distinction drives every downstream PDU and load equipment decision on the rack. Get that wrong and you're looking at a return or an expensive autotransformer retrofit.

Technical Highlights:

• 10,000VA Capacity at 208V: Sufficient headroom for a fully populated 2U dual-socket server, a managed PoE switch stack, and a multi-drive NVR simultaneously — without running the UPS above 80% load, which is the sustainable operating threshold for maximizing battery runtime and component longevity.
• TAA Compliance: The TAA marking on the SRT10KRMXLTUS is what separates it from otherwise-identical non-TAA APC SRT SKUs. For any government, DoD, or federally-funded project, this single attribute gates procurement eligibility — it is not optional and cannot be waived.
• Lead-Acid VRLA Chemistry: Predictable, well-characterized discharge behavior across the 10kVA load range. Replacement battery modules follow a defined replacement cycle and are stocked through commercial distributor channels — relevant when you're planning a 5-7 year infrastructure lifecycle rather than a one-time install.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 6U chassis is dense for 10kVA — verify your 4-post rack has adequate depth for the battery module extension toward the rear and that cable management trays don't block airflow at the rear of the UPS. Shallow-depth two-post relay racks are not appropriate for this unit.
• The 17-inch chassis dimension refers to the rack-width profile, not depth — confirm APC's specific rail kit compatibility for your rack brand before deployment. Using incompatible rails on a 10kVA unit is a safety and warranty concern, not just a fit issue.

The SRT10KRMXLTUS is the right unit for a government-procured server room or security operations center rack where TAA compliance is mandated and the load profile runs on single-phase 208V. If your site runs 120V single-phase throughout, this is not the correct SKU — evaluate the APC SRT line's 120V variants instead.