I'm trying to decide if high rate batteries are worth the extra cost for my UPS system. The default batteries in my Tripp Lite UPS are high rate and cost about $35-40 each, while regular options are around $20-25. Given that the high rate ones seem to be more expensive, is it worth spending the extra money for potentially better quality?
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Always go with what the manufacturer recommends for the UPS. They suggested any batteries that are 12V and 9Ah, so either high rate or standard should be fine, and they mentioned it's not a big deal either way.
Keep in mind that high rate batteries are tested to handle their rated output. Regular low rate ones might not meet the same performance benchmarks as the high rate versions when under load.
I wouldn’t skimp on a UPS. If you’re using it for important gear like servers or switches, I think it’s worth investing in high rate batteries. But for workstations, I’d say you can go cheaper.
That's solid advice. High rate may make a difference if you're running critical systems.
Just a heads-up: expensive doesn't always mean better in the battery world. Sometimes, cheaper options can perform just as well.
It seems like the term 'high rate' can be a bit misleading. I looked at some spec sheets, and it turns out some regular batteries actually have better discharge rates than what’s marketed as high rate. You might want to compare specifications closely.
Yeah, I checked with the vendor too, and they confirmed it really doesn’t matter as long as the specs match.