APC by Schneider Electric Smart-ups Input Trnsfmr MCCB480/10-30KVA - SUVTSBPXFM10K30G

APC by Schneider Electric SUVTSBPXFM10K30G Smart-UPS Input Transformer with MCCB 480V, 10–30 kVA

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric SUVTSBPXFM10K30G is a 30 kVA input transformer with integrated molded-case circuit breaker (MCCB) designed for 480V Smart-UPS deployments in the 10–30 kVA range. It sits upstream of the UPS to step down or condition 480V three-phase input, allowing compatible Smart-UPS systems to operate in facilities where the available service voltage would otherwise require separate transformer infrastructure. The tower form factor keeps it self-contained and floor-mountable without rack space allocation — relevant in electrical rooms and data center support areas where rack density is already constrained. If you're engineering a Smart-UPS installation against a 480V distribution panel, the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G is the purpose-matched APC solution for that gap.

Key Features

• 30 kVA capacity with integrated MCCB: Sized to support Smart-UPS loads up to 30 kVA, the built-in molded-case circuit breaker provides upstream overcurrent protection in a single enclosure — eliminating the need to separately specify and wire a standalone breaker panel, which simplifies the installation BOM and reduces labor coordination between electrical contractors.
• 60 Hz input frequency: Matched to North American utility frequency, making this unit specific to US/Canada deployments. Verify local grid frequency before specifying for international or military base projects where 50 Hz feeds may be present.
• Hot-swap battery capability: Batteries can be replaced without powering down the connected load — a meaningful operational feature in 24/7 environments (data centers, command centers, healthcare facilities) where a scheduled maintenance window for battery replacement isn't realistic.
• Automatic battery test: The unit runs self-diagnostics on the battery automatically, surfacing degraded cells before they cause a failure during an actual outage. This removes the burden of manual discharge testing from facility staff and gives facilities managers reliable battery health data without additional test equipment.
• Audible alarm — battery replacement mode: When a battery replacement condition is detected, the audible alarm provides a local alert. In machine rooms without constant staffing, this catches a deteriorating battery before it goes unnoticed through multiple maintenance cycles.
• Cold start capability: The unit can power up from a fully de-energized state — useful during commissioning, after extended storage, or in recovery scenarios where utility power is unavailable at startup. Not all UPS-adjacent transformer units support this; it matters when you're bringing a facility back online after a prolonged outage.
• UL 1778 certification: Compliance with UL 1778 (the standard for uninterruptible power supplies) means this unit has passed third-party safety testing relevant to UPS ancillary equipment. Required for most commercial building permit sign-offs and insurance compliance in North American installations.
• 0–40°C operating temperature range: Covers standard mechanical/electrical room conditions. Note the upper bound: equipment rooms that run warm in summer, or poorly ventilated closets, can approach or exceed 40°C — verify your ambient before install. Storage is rated to 45°C, providing a 5°C buffer for units sitting in a warehouse or shipping container.
• 0–95% operating relative humidity (non-condensing): Broad humidity tolerance reduces site-conditioning requirements. Facilities in humid climates (coastal data centers, industrial plants) won't need to derate for ambient moisture, provided condensation is not present.
• Operating altitude up to 3,000 m (9,843 ft): Suitable for high-altitude installations — mountain-region data centers, mining operations, high-elevation government facilities — without altitude derating. Non-operating altitude extends to 9,000 m, covering air-freight transport without concern for pressure damage.
• LED indicators: On-unit visual status display provides immediate local feedback on operating state without requiring a laptop or network connection — important during commissioning and for facilities staff performing walk-through checks.
• Tower form factor, 351 mm wide: The tower footprint fits in standard electrical room floor space. At 351 mm width, confirm your allocated floor space and service clearance before delivery — this is not a rack-mount unit.

Integration & Compatibility

The SUVTSBPXFM10K30G is designed for use with APC Smart-UPS systems in the 10–30 kVA range that accept 480V upstream input via an input transformer. Verify your specific Smart-UPS model's compatibility with this transformer before ordering — APC's power protection portfolio includes multiple transformer variants matched to different UPS frame sizes and input configurations. This unit is not a standalone UPS; it functions as infrastructure upstream of the UPS, and the full system requires a compatible Smart-UPS load module. For large critical power deployments, pair with an appropriate uninterruptible power supply and review your facility's power distribution architecture to confirm transformer sizing against total connected load. The UL 1778 certification aligns with standard commercial and light-industrial electrical inspection requirements across North America.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the output power capacity of the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G?

A: The SUVTSBPXFM10K30G is rated at 30 kVA output power capacity, designed to support Smart-UPS systems in the 10–30 kVA range operating from a 480V input feed.

Q: Can the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G batteries be replaced without shutting down the connected load?

A: Yes. The unit supports hot-swap battery replacement, meaning batteries can be swapped during operation without powering down the load — a critical capability for 24/7 facilities that cannot tolerate planned downtime.

Q: What certifications does the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G carry?

A: The SUVTSBPXFM10K30G is UL 1778 certified, the standard covering uninterruptible power supplies and ancillary UPS equipment in North America. This is the relevant certification for commercial building permit and insurance compliance in US and Canadian installations.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G?

A: Operating temperature is 0–40°C. Storage temperature extends to 0–45°C. Installations in warm electrical rooms should verify ambient temperatures stay within the 40°C operating ceiling.

Q: What input frequency does the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G require?

A: The unit is rated for 60 Hz input, matching North American utility frequency. It is not rated for 50 Hz grids, so international or mixed-frequency deployments should be evaluated separately.

Q: What form factor is the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G and what are its physical dimensions?

A: The SUVTSBPXFM10K30G is a tower form factor unit, black in color, with a width of 351 mm. It is designed for floor mounting in an electrical room or data center support area, not for rack installation.

Jerry Tildsen

The SUVTSBPXFM10K30G addresses a specific gap that shows up often in commercial and light-industrial critical power projects: a facility has a 480V three-phase distribution panel and a Smart-UPS system that needs a conditioned step-down feed. This transformer — rated at 30 kVA with an integrated MCCB — closes that gap in a single floor-mounted tower unit rather than requiring a separate transformer and a separately specified and coordinated breaker installation. It's a purpose-built upstream component, not a standalone UPS, and the SUVTSBPXFM10K30G needs to be sized and ordered alongside the compatible Smart-UPS frame it feeds.

Technical Highlights:

• 30 kVA with integrated MCCB: The built-in molded-case circuit breaker consolidates upstream protection into the transformer enclosure, reducing the number of discrete electrical components in the BOM and cutting coordination time between the low-voltage electrical contractor and the UPS installer.
• Hot-swap battery + automatic battery test: On a 24/7 load, these two features together mean you're never scheduling a full shutdown for a battery swap, and the automatic testing surfaces degraded cells before they become a liability during an actual utility outage. Both are specified in the evidence — not an assumption.
• UL 1778 + 0–40°C operating range: UL 1778 clears the unit for North American AHJ inspection sign-off. The 40°C ceiling is workable in conditioned spaces, but tight if the electrical room runs hot in summer — a real constraint to flag during site survey before installation.

Deployment Considerations:

• Tower form factor at 351 mm wide requires floor space and front service clearance in the electrical room — confirm the footprint against your facility layout before delivery, since this is not a rack-mountable unit.
• The 60 Hz frequency rating means this unit is North America-specific. Do not specify it for international projects or facilities with non-standard frequency feeds without confirming grid compatibility with APC application engineering.

This unit fits best in a data center electrical room, healthcare facility plant room, or commercial building IDF/MDF where a 480V service is the available upstream source and the project specifies APC Smart-UPS in the 10–30 kVA range — it is the correct infrastructure component for that exact configuration, and not a general-purpose transformer.