Tripp Lite SMART5000XFMRXL – 5000 VA/3750 W Line‑Interactive UPS

Overview

The Tripp Lite SMART5000XFMRXL is a line‑interactive uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed for large rack‑mount and edge IT deployments where consistent conditioning of utility mains and short backup support are needed. It’s deployed by data center engineers, network architects, and facilities teams to protect servers, storage systems, telecom equipment, and mixed‑voltage infrastructure against outages, brownouts, overvoltages, and transient surges in 208 V environments. This model addresses data integrity and controlled shutdown needs for systems that cannot tolerate unexpected interruptions.

Rated at 5000 VA / 3750 W with a 0.75 power factor, this UPS integrates line voltage regulation (AVR) that corrects input voltages between ~167 V and ~260 V without engaging batteries, reducing unnecessary battery use and preserving reserve for actual outages. When mains fail, the unit’s pure sine‑wave output supports sensitive electronics across both 208 V and 120 V circuits.

The SMART5000XFMRXL is a 3 U rack/tower convertible chassis with included 19″ rack hardware, making it suitable for server racks, network closets, and distributed IT closets needing high‑capacity UPS support without a dedicated battery room. Its footprint and total weight (~143 lb) reflect the capacity and internal battery bank contained in the unit.

Management and integration include USB, DB9 serial, and optional network management card interfaces for SNMP/Web monitoring, event logging, shutdown automation, and remote control. Built‑in Emergency Power Off (EPO) support and integrated EMI/RFI filtering add to its deployability in critical infrastructure.

In practice, this UPS is used where short‑duration hold‑up time suffices to complete transactions, initiate generator transfer logic, or execute orderly shutdowns across large mixed loads. Internal runtime is limited (~20 min at half load, ~8.5 min at full load), and planning for extended outages should include external battery packs. It should not be used as the sole power source where modular N+1 UPS architectures or longer sustained uptime is required; those scenarios call for parallel or redundant UPS solutions.

Key Features

• 5000 VA / 3750 W line‑interactive UPS with AVR
• Simultaneous 208 V and 120 V pure sine‑wave output
• (11) outputs: 8 × NEMA 5‑15/20R, 2 × L6‑20R, 1 × L6‑30R
• USB, DB9, optional network card slot + EPO interface
• 3U rack/tower form factor, hot‑swappable batteries