APC by Schneider Electric Galaxy vs Battery Breaker BOX 20-80KW 400V - GVSBBB20K80H

APC by Schneider Electric GVSBBB20K80H Galaxy VS Battery Breaker Box

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric GVSBBB20K80H is a dedicated battery breaker box designed for use with Galaxy VS uninterruptible power supply systems in the 20–80KW range operating on 400V infrastructure. In data centers, industrial facilities, and large commercial deployments where the Galaxy VS UPS protects critical loads, the GVSBBB20K80H provides the necessary battery circuit isolation and overcurrent protection that safe UPS maintenance and battery string management require.

This is not a standalone UPS — it is a purpose-built ancillary component that integrates directly into Galaxy VS system architecture. If you are specifying a battery breaker box for a Galaxy VS installation outside the 20–80KW bracket or at a different input voltage, verify compatibility against your specific Galaxy VS model before ordering.

Key Features

• 400V Input Rating: Matched to European and international three-phase 400V power distribution — the standard voltage tier for Galaxy VS deployments in this power class. Mismatching voltage class is the most common specifying error on breaker box accessories; confirm your distribution voltage before ordering.
• 20–80KW System Range: Covers the full mid-to-large Galaxy VS power bracket, so a single breaker box SKU serves multiple UPS frame sizes within that range rather than requiring per-kilowatt SKU selection.
• Wall-Mount Form Factor: The 500mm × 280mm × 650mm (W×D×H) enclosure installs on a wall surface, keeping it off the raised floor and accessible for maintenance without moving the UPS frame. Confirm available wall clearance — the 280mm depth requires adequate standoff from adjacent equipment.
• Operating Range 0–40°C: Rated for standard data center and industrial ambient conditions. The –25°C to 55°C storage temperature accommodates staging in unconditioned warehouse or loading dock environments before installation.
• RoHS and REACH Compliant: Both EU environmental directives are satisfied — relevant for deployments that must demonstrate hazardous-substance compliance in procurement documentation or green building certifications.

Integration and Compatibility

The GVSBBB20K80H is engineered as a system component within the APC by Schneider Electric Galaxy VS product family. It is not a universal battery breaker box — compatibility is specific to Galaxy VS UPS units in the 20–80KW, 400V configuration. Integrators specifying UPS and power protection systems for critical infrastructure should cross-reference the Galaxy VS installation documentation to confirm which battery breaker box variant is required for their specific frame and battery string configuration. Consult the power system accessories category for related Galaxy VS components.

For broader data center power planning, note that the GVSBBB20K80H ships as a standalone enclosure — cabling, battery strings, and conduit are field-supplied per the site's installation design.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What UPS systems is the GVSBBB20K80H compatible with?

A: The GVSBBB20K80H is designed for use with APC Galaxy VS UPS systems in the 20–80KW power range operating at 400V. It is not a universal battery breaker box — verify compatibility with your specific Galaxy VS model and power configuration before ordering.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the GVSBBB20K80H?

A: The enclosure measures 500mm wide × 280mm deep × 650mm tall. It is wall-mounted. Allow adequate wall clearance for the 280mm depth and ensure the mounting surface can support the unit's weight.

Q: What is the input voltage of the GVSBBB20K80H?

A: The GVSBBB20K80H is rated for 400V input, matching the standard three-phase distribution voltage used in Galaxy VS deployments in this power class. It is not rated for 208V or 480V systems.

Q: What environmental certifications does the GVSBBB20K80H carry?

A: The unit is RoHS and REACH compliant, satisfying EU hazardous-substance directives. These certifications are relevant for procurement documentation in regulated or green-building environments.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the GVSBBB20K80H?

A: The operating temperature range is 0°C to 40°C, appropriate for conditioned data center and industrial environments. Storage temperature is rated –25°C to 55°C.

Jerry Tildsen

The GVSBBB20K80H is a system-specific component — not a generic breaker box you can drop into any UPS installation. It is matched to the Galaxy VS architecture at 400V across the 20–80KW power band, and its 500mm × 650mm wall-mount profile is sized to complement the Galaxy VS frame footprint rather than compete with it for floor space.

Technical Highlights:

• 400V System Match: Specified to the exact distribution voltage of Galaxy VS deployments in this class — ordering the wrong voltage variant (e.g., a 208V variant) would require returning the unit before installation can proceed.
• 0–40°C Operating Window: Aligns with ASHRAE A1/A2 data center thermal envelopes. If your facility runs warmer than 40°C ambient at the installation point, address cooling before commissioning this component.
• RoHS + REACH Dual Compliance: Both EU directives covered in a single SKU — useful when a procurement team needs to check environmental compliance boxes without sourcing separate documentation for each standard.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 280mm enclosure depth is the critical clearance dimension — wall cavities or tight equipment corridors that look adequate on a floor plan often fall short once conduit and cable radius are factored in. Measure before committing mounting hardware.
• Package dimensions (1220mm × 840mm × 530mm, 45kg) indicate the unit ships on a pallet-class carton — confirm receiving dock access and unboxing crew availability before scheduling delivery to a tight mechanical room.

The GVSBBB20K80H is the right call for a Galaxy VS battery circuit isolation requirement in a 400V, 20–80KW data center or industrial power room where wall-mount installation keeps the UPS floor footprint clean and maintenance access is a design requirement.