There are five main reasons why a UPS may not operate properly or a UPS failure may occur. Problems can occur due to battery failure, capacitor problems, fan failure, ageing power supply, or connection errors. Today, we’ll take a closer look at these common UPS problems and why they occur.

Battery Failure

If your uninterruptible power supply is not working, the first and most obvious cause may be a battery problem. According to latest research conducted by experts, they ranked battery failure as the leading cause of data centre outages.

Here’s how to tell if your UPS battery needs to be replaced:

• Low battery alarm
• Insufficient voltage indicator
• Insufficient battery voltage

Of course, if you want uninterruptible power troubleshooting, you can consider the services of an experienced UPS specialist in the industry.

Capacitor Related Problems

UPS systems typically have 12 capacitors that store and release energy. These components degrade over time and can cause a system failure.

If you suspect a capacitor issue is the cause of your UPS failure, or if it has been five to seven years since your last check, consider investing in a professional UPS solution.

Fan Failure

Faulty or broken fans are a major part of modern UPS problems. When these components fail to properly cool the system, the UPS can overheat and cause significant downtime in the future. Ensure that all ball bearings are properly maintained and check fans regularly to ensure that they are not blocked or broken.

Ageing Power Supplies

If your system regularly overheats, an ageing power supply can cause your UPS to fail.

But troubleshooting an outdated power supply isn’t as simple as other UPS problems. You need someone on call 24/7 to get you back up and running as quickly as possible. Multilink Engineering offers customized UPS solutions and services to keep you up and running no matter the conditions.

Connection Outages

Contrary to popular belief, connection failures are a common UPS problem with modern systems. Regular inspections help identify loose internal connections before they affect the entire system.

In UPS Solutions’ recent large-scale projects, the average failure rate was only 1-2%, while our nearest competitors had an average failure rate of 3-4%.

UPS Problem Resolution and Solutions With Multilink Engineering UPS Solutions

If you can’t figure out why your UPS is failing regularly, or you’re not sure why your UPS server isn’t working, it’s time to contact a professional team of Multilink Engineering as soon as possible.

Multilink Engineering is an industry’s leading provider of uninterruptible power systems with a huge list of satisfied customers and a big number of UPS systems sold. We specialize in providing our partners with exceptional field service, power quality, racking and cooling systems to resolve UPS issues as quickly, efficiently and cost-effectively as possible.

Call us or send us an email and, we’ll get your UPS back up and running in no time. Have questions first? Visit our UPS Frequently Asked Questions page for more information. Multilink Engineering is here to help.