Tripplite UPS

[Hi Ho]

I have a Tripplite HT1000UPS on my PC. It is just about 2.5 years old and it is out of warranty. The battery no longer holds a charge. I have come to the realization that this model does not have a user replacable battery. I am quite disapointed that it has only lasted this long. I just purchased an APC BR1300G and discovered that it is way too large to fit under my PC. I have installed the APC in my equipment rack.

Is there any way to salvage the Tripplite? The newer model of that UPS has a user replacable battery but I cannot find any batteries for sale.

Anyone have experience with UPS units?

 

[highfigh]

I have a Tripplite HT1000UPS on my PC. It is just about 2.5 years old and it is out of warranty. The battery no longer holds a charge. I have come to the realization that this model does not have a user replacable battery. I am quite disapointed that it has only lasted this long. I just purchased an APC BR1300G and discovered that it is way too large to fit under my PC. I have installed the APC in my equipment rack.

Is there any way to salvage the Tripplite? The newer model of that UPS has a user replacable battery but I cannot find any batteries for sale.

Anyone have experience with UPS units?

I'm pretty sure they all have a battery that can be replaced. Maybe you could contact the company and find out if they have any advice for you.

Security installation & supply distributors sell these batteries, as well as some hobby stores. It's a sealed gel cell battery. Google the part number.

 

[Hi Ho]

That's the ironic part. Most UPS units have a replacable battery. The "Replace battery" indicator is lit up. The manual for this particular unit states the following:

“REPLACE” (Battery Recharge/Replace) Icon: This icon will illuminate and an alarm will sound after a self-test to indicate the UPS battery needs to be recharged or replaced. Allow the UPS to recharge continuously for 24 hours, and repeat the self-test. If the icon continues to illuminate, contact Tripp Lite for service. Battery replacement should only be performed by qualified service personnel.

Every other UPS I have had experience with had a simple access panel and you can slip a new battery in it. I don't get it. Why have a "Replace battery" indicator if you can't replace the battery! I am just venting my frustration.

 

[highfigh]

That's the ironic part. Most UPS units have a replacable battery. The "Replace battery" indicator is lit up. The manual for this particular unit states the following:

Every other UPS I have had experience with had a simple access panel and you can slip a new battery in it. I don't get it. Why have a "Replace battery" indicator if you can't replace the battery! I am just venting my frustration.

I think they just want to avoid liability in the event that someone opens one of theirs while it's plugged in and goes 'poof!'. Turn it over- does the case have screws to hold it together? If you have a Batteries Plus near you, they should have a replacement.

The battery indicator tells people that the battery is dead so they don't need to call TrippLite for information.

 

[Stereodude]

If you can take it apart you should be able to replace the battery. Get out your screwdriver and go to work.