Vertiv Liebert GXT5 48V External Battery Cabinet for 1.5kVA-2kVA UPS
The Vertiv Liebert GXT5-EBC48VRT2U is a hot-swappable, lead-acid UPS battery cabinet designed to provide extended runtime for Liebert GXT5-1500LVRT2UXL and GXT5-2000LVRT2UXL UPS systems. Perfect for data centers, server rooms, and critical infrastructure applications, this 2U rack-mountable battery cabinet delivers reliable backup power when you need it most. Its intelligent auto-detection feature ensures quick and accurate installation, while scalable connectivity supports up to 6 additional battery cabinets for maximum runtime flexibility.
Key Features
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Hot-Swappable Design: Replace or add batteries without powering down your UPS system, ensuring continuous protection for critical equipment
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Auto-Detection Technology: New auto-detection feature makes installation fast and ensures UPS configuration is complete and accurate
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Scalable Runtime: Power and communications ports allow up to 6 additional external battery cabinets for extended backup power during outages
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Compact 2U Form Factor: Versatile rack-mount or tower configuration fits seamlessly into server rooms and data center environments
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Sealed Lead Acid Batteries: Valve-regulated, non-spillable lead acid batteries (4 × 12V × 9.0Ah) deliver reliable performance
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External Temperature Compensation: Sensors extend battery life by optimizing charging based on ambient conditions
Reliable Backup Power for Critical Infrastructure
Designed for use with Liebert GXT5 1500VA and 2000VA UPS systems, this external battery cabinet provides the scalable runtime you need to protect servers, networking equipment, and other mission-critical devices during power outages. Whether you're managing a centralized data center or edge network applications, the GXT5-EBC48VRT2U delivers predictable and consistent runtime performance to keep your infrastructure online.
Easy Installation and Intelligent Management
The plug-and-play auto-detection connectivity ensures proper setup and configuration of available runtime, eliminating guesswork during installation. The battery cabinet integrates seamlessly with the Liebert GXT5 UPS's battery health management system, providing battery health status and replacement date prediction to help you plan maintenance proactively and avoid unexpected downtime.
Compatible UPS Systems
- Liebert GXT5-1500LVRT2UXL (1500VA)
- Liebert GXT5-2000LVRT2UXL (2000VA)
- Liebert GXT5-1500IRT2UXL
- Liebert GXT5-2000IRT2UXL
- Liebert EDGE-1500IRT2UXL
What's in the Box
- Vertiv Liebert GXT5-EBC48VRT2U External Battery Cabinet
- Rack mounting rail kit
- Power and communications cables
- Installation guide
Full Specifications
| Model Number |
GXT5-EBC48VRT2U |
| Compatible UPS Systems |
Liebert GXT5-1500LVRT2UXL, GXT5-2000LVRT2UXL |
| Battery Type |
Valve-regulated, non-spillable, sealed lead acid (VRLA) |
| Battery Voltage |
48V DC |
| Battery Quantity & Rating |
4 × 12V × 9.0Ah |
| Number of Batteries |
4 |
| Battery Life (Typical) |
3-5 years |
| Recharge Time |
3 hours |
| Form Factor |
2U rack-mountable / tower |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) |
430mm × 470mm × 85mm (16.9" × 18.5" × 3.3") |
| Weight |
28.8 kg (63.5 lbs) |
| Hot-Swappable |
Yes |
| Maximum Cabinets per UPS |
Up to 6 additional units |
| Auto-Detection |
Yes |
| Operating Temperature |
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) |
| Humidity Range |
0-95% (non-condensing) |
| Compliance & Certifications |
UL 1778 4th Ed., CSA C22.2 No. 107.1, ANSI C62.41, CE, RoHS, REACH |
| Warranty |
2-3 years (region dependent) |
| Included Accessories |
Rack mounting rail kit |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
