May 27, 2011

Rumble in the Rack III: APC 3kva XL versus Tripplite 3kva XL

APC SmartUPS 3000va XL 3U  [313b]
vs.
Tripplite SmartPro 3000va XL 2U [tl312w]

APC Products outsell Tripplite at my store 20 to 1.  But its a shame, because on so many fronts, Tripplite is a better buy.  Take our best 3kva seller from APC versus the unloved Tripplite version

Both units
  • Extended Run capatable at 48vdc
  • 3000va - 120v
  • Line Interactive Topology - Pure Sinewave

  • More runtime  (3U frame v. 2U frame though)
  • Black in color
  • $170 cheaper
  • Native USB support
  • Twistlock output receptacle for easy PDU connection
  • Native 20amp T type receptacles
  • Lighter... Can ship via Fedex  (APC must be freighted)

WINNER!  Tripplite