APC by Schneider Electric Symmetra PX 10KW Power Module 208V - SYPM10KF2

APC by Schneider Electric SYPM10KF2 10kW 208V Symmetra PX Power Module

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric SYPM10KF2 is a 10kW, 208V three-phase power module designed for the APC Symmetra PX UPS platform — specifically the PX 20, PX 40, and PX 100 frames. It serves two roles: drop-in replacement for a failed module in an existing chassis, or a capacity expansion unit when your facility's power demand has grown beyond the original build. Either way, the module slots into the existing frame without reconfiguring the entire UPS infrastructure. Lead time is typically two weeks, so order ahead of a planned maintenance window rather than waiting for a failure event.

The SYPM10KF2 uses a double-conversion online topology, meaning incoming AC is rectified to DC and then re-inverted to clean AC output — your critical loads never see raw utility power at all. At full 10,000W output, total harmonic distortion stays below 5%, which matters when you're powering sensitive networking or storage gear that reacts poorly to waveform noise. The output is a true sine wave, not a simulated or stepped approximation.

Key Features

• 10kW / 10kVA Double-Conversion Output: The module delivers 10,000W at unity power factor (kW equals kVA), so you're not paying for capacity you can't actually use. Double-conversion online architecture means zero transfer time to battery — there is no switching event when utility power degrades. For three-phase critical power applications like data closets and server rooms, this eliminates the micro-interruptions that cause server resets and storage errors.
• 0.99 Input Power Factor: At full load, the SYPM10KF2 draws current at a 0.99 power factor. That's close to ideal unity, which reduces reactive current on your facility's distribution system and keeps your upstream panel and PDU loading predictable. Facilities with aggressive demand-charge billing benefit directly from this — reactive current overhead is essentially eliminated at the UPS input.
• Less Than 5% Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) at Full Load: Sub-5% THD at the input means the module doesn't inject significant harmonic noise back into the building's electrical system. If you're sharing a panel with HVAC controls, lighting ballasts, or other sensitive equipment, this keeps your electrical environment clean and avoids nuisance tripping on sensitive breakers.
• 208V Three-Phase Input and Output: Both input and output run at 208V three-phase, which aligns directly with standard North American data center and commercial power distribution. No step-up or step-down transformers needed in a typical deployment — the module integrates into a standard three-phase 208V infrastructure without additional conversion hardware.
• Unlimited Crest Factor Tolerance: The module handles loads with arbitrarily high peak-to-RMS current ratios. In practice this means it won't fault or derate when powering switching power supplies, variable-frequency drives, or server PSUs that draw large inrush pulses. You won't need to oversize the module to accommodate load crest factor.
• Output Frequency Sync to Mains (57–63 Hz): When utility frequency is stable, the inverter synchronizes output to mains within ±3 Hz, which allows downstream equipment with synchronous motors or phase-sensitive loads to operate normally. When mains deviate, the module holds output at 60 Hz ±0.1% independently — critical loads stay at the correct frequency regardless of utility quality.
• 2,970 Btu/h Online Thermal Dissipation: At full load the module dissipates roughly 2,970 Btu/h. Size your room cooling accordingly — a rack of multiple modules adds up quickly. The 64 dBA acoustic rating means this module is audible in a quiet room; it's not suited for open office or reception deployments, but is appropriate for a dedicated UPS or electrical room.
• cUL and UL Listed; FCC Part 15 Class A; ISO 9001 / ISO 14001: UL listing covers North American safety compliance for the installation environment. FCC Part 15 Class A limits radiated and conducted emissions to levels acceptable in commercial (non-residential) settings — this module is not rated for residential use. ISO certifications apply to the manufacturing process, not the product's field performance.

Integration & Compatibility

The SYPM10KF2 is engineered for the Symmetra PX modular UPS platform — confirmed compatible frames include the Symmetra PX 20kW, PX 40kW, and PX 100kW. The module occupies one power module bay in the frame. Capacity scaling is additive: each additional SYPM10KF2 module contributes 10kW to the frame's total available output, up to the frame's maximum. This architecture lets you right-size power capacity at installation and expand incrementally as load grows, rather than replacing the entire UPS when power demand increases.

The operating altitude ceiling is 3,333 feet (approximately 1,016m) at rated capacity. Deployments above this elevation may require derating — confirm with APC engineering if your site is at altitude. Operating humidity range is 0–95% non-condensing; storage humidity matches. Storage temperature range is 5°F to 104°F (-15°C to 40°C), so the module can be warehoused in an unheated space but should not freeze.

For rack and enclosure planning, the packaged dimensions are 31.3 in (W) × 23.4 in (L) × 8.9 in (H) at 61.84 lb shipped weight. Installed weight is 55.23 lb — plan for two-person installation. The single-cable connection keeps installation straightforward; the included installation guide covers the procedure.

What's in the Box

• 1× SYPM10KF2 10kW Power Module
• 1× Installation guide

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Which Symmetra PX UPS frames is the SYPM10KF2 compatible with?

A: The SYPM10KF2 is designed for the Symmetra PX 20kW, PX 40kW, and PX 100kW UPS frames. It functions as either a replacement module or a capacity expansion module within those frames.

Q: What is the output power rating of the SYPM10KF2?

A: The SYPM10KF2 delivers 10,000W (10kW) / 10,000VA at 208V three-phase output. Because the power factor is unity, the kW and kVA ratings are equal — there is no derating for power factor on the load side.

Q: What UPS topology does the SYPM10KF2 use?

A: Double-conversion online. Incoming utility AC is continuously rectified to DC, then inverted back to clean sine-wave AC output. There is no transfer time to battery — connected loads never experience a switching event during utility disturbances.

Q: What are the input power quality specs for the SYPM10KF2?

A: The module draws power at a 0.99 input power factor at full load and injects less than 5% total harmonic distortion back onto the input feed. Input frequency tolerance is 60 Hz ±3 Hz.

Q: Is the SYPM10KF2 suitable for outdoor or high-altitude installations?

A: No. The module is rated for indoor use only. Maximum operating altitude is 3,333 feet at full rated capacity. Installations above this elevation may require capacity derating. Storage altitude maximum is 15,000 feet.

Q: What are the safety and emissions certifications for the SYPM10KF2?

A: The SYPM10KF2 is cUL Listed and UL Listed, and complies with FCC Part 15 Class A (commercial environments), UL 60950, ISO 9001, and ISO 14001 standards.

Marty Allison

The SYPM10KF2 is the module I recommend when a client needs to either recover a degraded Symmetra PX frame after a module failure or step up capacity incrementally — and the 10kW-per-slot architecture makes it genuinely useful for both scenarios. The 0.99 input power factor at full load is the spec I point to first: in a frame running four or five of these modules, the difference between 0.99 and a typical 0.9 PF draws several hundred fewer reactive volt-amps from the facility's distribution — that adds up on demand-metered utility accounts.

Technical Highlights:

• Double-Conversion Online Topology: Zero transfer time means no switching transient to connected loads, ever. For storage arrays and network gear that log every sub-cycle disturbance, this is the only topology worth deploying in a critical infrastructure context.
• Sub-5% THD at Full Load: Harmonic injection below 5% keeps the building's electrical environment clean. If you're sharing upstream distribution with VFDs, lighting controls, or other harmonics-sensitive equipment, this matters operationally — not just on paper.
• 2,970 Btu/h Thermal Output Per Module: A fully loaded Symmetra PX 40kW frame running four SYPM10KF2 modules produces roughly 11,880 Btu/h of heat. Factor this into your room cooling budget before commission — it's a common oversight that shows up as thermal alarms six months after installation.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 55.23 lb installed weight, plan for a two-person install. The packaged unit ships at 61.84 lb with packaging dimensions of 31.3 × 23.4 × 8.9 inches — confirm your freight elevator and aisle clearance before delivery day.
• The 3,333-foot altitude ceiling is a hard limit at rated capacity. If your data center or equipment room is above roughly 1,000m (Denver, for example), confirm derating requirements with APC before ordering — you may need additional modules to hit your target usable capacity.

This module is the right call for a brownfield Symmetra PX frame in a 208V three-phase data center or network operations center where the chassis is already installed and you're adding load capacity in 10kW increments rather than forklift-upgrading the entire UPS platform.