The installation is based on the SLC ADAPT2 modular architecture and incorporates hot-swappable 50 kW power modules and lithium battery cabinets. The system provides 10 minutes of autonomy at full load, more than double the initial target, and is designed to facilitate maintenance operations and reduce space requirements.
The solution uses standard 50 kW power modules, allowing work to be carried out on a single unit without affecting larger power blocks. Thanks to hot-swap technology, the modules can be replaced while the system remains operational, simplifying maintenance and spare parts management. The SLC ADAPT2 range offers configurations with modules ranging from 10 to 50 kW, depending on the model, and differs from architectures based on multiple monolithic units connected in parallel.
In the latter, each piece of equipment has its own components, such as charger, static bypass and control system, which can complicate certain replacement and maintenance operations.
Lithium batteries with 10 minutes of autonomy
One of the installation requirements was the limited space available for housing the batteries. To address this, Salicru opted for lithium batteries instead of traditional lead-calcium batteries, taking advantage of their smaller size and greater tolerance to high temperatures. The selected configuration allows for a 1.5 MW charge to be maintained for approximately 10 minutes, significantly exceeding the initially requested autonomy. According to Salicru, this technology also offers a lower total cost of ownership and a higher discharge cycle capacity, characteristics relevant for industrial installations that require continuous operation.
Energy efficiency through the sleep mode function
The UPS incorporates a sleep mode function, which allows the number of active modules to be adjusted to the installation's load requirements. When sufficient power is available, the system can adjust the operation of the modules and maintain reserve capacity, combining redundancy and energy efficiency. This feature helps optimize equipment performance without compromising the power availability needed to protect the plant.
With this installation, Salicru offers a high-power uninterruptible power supply solution, designed to reduce the impact of power outages and facilitate maintenance in industrial environments.
