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Silcon UPS Systems
Reliable Double-Conversion UPS for Industrial & Critical Environments
Silcon (Legacy Brand from APC / Schneider Electric)
✓ High-Reliability UPS Systems for Sensitive Applications
✓ Legacy 3-Phase UPS Units Still in Operation Globally
✓ Supported by Schneider Electric for Retrofit & Migration
Silcon UPS systems were known for their robust double-conversion architecture, designed to protect mission-critical infrastructure in enterprise, industrial, and medical environments. The Silcon range offered precise voltage regulation, clean output power, and scalable power protection, long before APC merged into Schneider Electric's broader UPS portfolio.
Since 2002 • 100,000+ UPS units supported • 24/7 support
The Silcon UPS range was engineered for environments requiring continuous uptime, clean sinewave output, and modular serviceability. These UPS units were commonly deployed in:
- Hospitals & Healthcare
- Telecommunication Networks
- Industrial Process Control
- Banking & Financial Systems
- Data Centre Rooms
- Universities & Research Facilities
With solid-state double conversion and long runtimes, Silcon UPS units delivered high MTBF and minimal harmonic distortion, making them an industry benchmark in the 90s and early 2000s.
Why Silcon UPS Systems Still Matter
Legacy System Matching
Many facilities still operate Silcon UPS units. Knowing the exact model helps source replacements, match specs, or plan seamless upgrades.
Technical Reference Value
Silcon systems are often referenced for their design, output, and runtime specs, useful when selecting compatible modern alternatives.
Retrofit & Replacement Planning
Understanding Silcon models enables smoother migration to current APC or Schneider Electric UPS systems, without costly infrastructure changes.
Silcon UPS models were built for mission-critical applications and are still found in enterprise infrastructure across Australia. Whether you're managing legacy equipment or planning an upgrade, understanding your current Silcon model is essential to ensure a smooth transition to supported solutions.
UPS Solutions provides technical insight, retrofit planning, and compatible product advice for teams managing Silcon equipment, helping reduce risk and downtime.
Why Silcon UPS Systems Still Matter
Three-Phase Double-Conversion Design
Silcon UPS systems were engineered for critical power protection, offering true online double-conversion technology suitable for sensitive equipment and industrial infrastructure.
Common in Enterprise & Industrial Sites
Silcon models like the 10K3P, 20K, and 60K are still found in data centres, hospitals, and switchboards, often paired with external battery cabinets or bypass panels.
Expandable Configurations and Accessories
Silcon units supported external battery cabinets, maintenance bypass panels, and monitoring interfaces, allowing for flexible runtime and integration into complex electrical systems.
Silcon 3-Phase UPS Systems
- Silcon 6kVA 3P UPS, SIL-UPS-6K3P
- Silcon 10kVA 3P UPS, SIL-UPS-10K3P
- Silcon 20kVA UPS, SIL-UPS-20K
- Silcon 30kVA UPS, SIL-UPS-30K
- Silcon 40kVA 3-Phase UPS, SIL-UPS-40K3P
- Silcon 60kVA Double-Conversion UPS, SIL-UPS-60K
- Silcon 80kVA Industrial UPS, SIL-UPS-80K
Accessories & Cabinets
- Silcon External Battery Cabinet, SIL-BATT-CAB
- Silcon Maintenance Bypass Panel, SIL-BYPASS-MOD
- Silcon SNMP Monitoring Card, SIL-SNMP
- Silcon Service Interface Tool, SIL-SVC-TOOL
Discontinued Variants
- Silcon 5kVA UPS (Legacy), SIL-LEG-5K
- Silcon 15kVA UPS, SIL-LEG-15K
- Silcon 25kVA UPS, SIL-LEG-25K
- Silcon 50kVA UPS, SIL-LEG-50K
- Silcon 100kVA UPS, SIL-LEG-100K
- Silcon VX Series (Retired), SIL-VX-SERIES
As a manager of critical infrastructure, you have enough to worry about. Worrying about complicated maintenance schedules, unexpected failures, and unreliable equipment shouldn't be added to that list. What you truly need is a solution you can set, trust, and practically forget.
This is the confidence a Silcon UPS system delivers…
Renowned for its straightforward design and legendary durability, a Silcon UPS is engineered to be the most reliable, low-maintenance component in your facility. It's the power protection you can install with the assurance that it will be there, silently and dependably doing its job, freeing you to solve the challenges that truly need your attention.
When you choose a Silcon UPS, you are investing in a legacy of resilience and performance. These systems are designed from the ground up to deliver peace of mind in even the most challenging operational environments, making them a smart choice for any business that cannot afford downtime.
Proven Reliability
Built with high-quality components and robust engineering, Silcon systems are renowned for their long service life and dependable performance, even under heavy loads.
Energy Efficiency
Designed to operate at high efficiency, a Silcon UPS system helps to reduce your energy consumption, lowering operational costs and supporting your sustainability goals.
Scalable Architecture
Many Silcon solutions are designed to grow with your business. This scalability means you can adapt to increasing power demands without needing to replace your entire infrastructure
Durability for Diverse Industries
From clean server rooms to demanding industrial settings, Silcon systems are built to withstand a multitude of environmental conditions, delivering consistent protection wherever it's needed.
If you wish to secure this long-term reliability, you must partner with the experts. Our proactive Preventative Maintenance plans are designed to keep your Silcon system operating at its peak.
The Silcon portfolio includes a versatile range of power protection solutions designed to meet diverse business needs. Whether you require protection for a single server rack or an entire data centre, there is a Silcon UPS system designed to match your requirements.
Three-Phase UPS Systems
Ideal for medium to large-scale applications, including data centres, industrial machinery, and critical building infrastructure. These systems provide balanced, high-capacity power protection for your most vital assets.
Modular UPS Systems
For businesses that prioritise scalability and redundancy, Silcon's modular designs offer a "pay-as-you-grow" approach. You can easily add power modules to increase capacity or enhance redundancy (N+1), all without significant downtime. Check out our range of Modular UPS Systems to learn more about this flexible technology.
Silcon systems are packed with all-manner of advanced features that enhance reliability, simplify management, and reduce the total cost of ownership. These technologies work together seamlessly to provide a comprehensive and intelligent power protection solution:
Advanced Battery Management
Extends battery life and provides optimal performance through intelligent charging and monitoring. This proactive approach reduces the frequency of replacements and guarantees your batteries are ready when called upon. UPS Solutions provides expert Battery Replacement Services when the time comes.
High Efficiency & Low Operating Costs
Silcon’s efficient design minimises energy waste, which not only lowers your electricity bills, but also reduces the cooling requirements for your facility.
Compact & Space-Saving Design
With a focus on high power density, Silcon systems deliver maximum power protection in a minimal footprint, thus freeing up valuable floor space for other equipment.
Intelligent Monitoring & Diagnostics
Integrated monitoring capabilities provide real-time insights into system status and performance, allowing for proactive diagnostics and faster issue resolution.
The robust and flexible nature of Silcon UPS systems makes them an ideal choice for a wealth of critical applications across many different sectors. Their proven reliability means they can be deployed with absolute confidence in any environment where continuous power is non-negotiable.
Such common applications include:
- Data Centres and Server Rooms.
- Telecommunication Hubs.
- Hospitals and Healthcare Facilities.
- Commercial Offices and Buildings.
- Retail and Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems.
- Manufacturing and Industrial Automation.
For facilities operating in particularly tough conditions, our specialised Industrial UPS Solutions offer enhanced protection.
A world-class UPS system deserves world-class support. At UPS Solutions, we provide comprehensive, end-to-end services for your Silcon UPS so it delivers maximum performance and longevity. Our local team of certified technicians across Australia and New Zealand is ready to provide the expert assistance you need. Our services include:
- Expert Consultation and Installation.
- Tailored Preventative Maintenance Plans.
- 24/7 Emergency Repair Services.
- Professional Battery Testing and Replacement.
For all enquiries, support, or to discuss a tailored Silcon UPS solution for your business, Contact UPS Solutions today.
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