Emergency Lighting UPS Systems – UL 924 Certified, NFPA 101 Compliant

Emergency Lighting UPS Systems – UL 924 Certified, NFPA 101 Compliant
Keep people safe and stay code-compliant with Eaton emergency lighting UPS systems (10–200 kVA). Purpose-built for life-safety applications, these UPSs deliver the 90 minutes of egress runtime required by code, meet NFPA 101 (Life Safety Code), and are UL 924 tested and certified. Compact footprints, high efficiency, and scalable designs help reduce total cost of ownership while conserving electrical room space.

Where Emergency Lighting UPS Is Required

• Commercial and multi-residential buildings

• Healthcare facilities and clinics

• Data centers and critical facilities

• Education, hospitality, retail, and public venues

Certified Regulatory Compliance

• UL 924 certified for emergency lighting applications

• Supports NFPA 101 and related local building codes

• Available across Eaton families such as 93PM (emergency and auxiliary), 9155, and 9355

High Efficiency and Easy Deployment

• Flexible thermal management and optimized battery options (VRLA or lithium-ion)

• Front-access service for faster installation and maintenance

• Modular scalability and internal redundancy to lower CAPEX

• Space-saving cabinets that preserve valuable floor area

Simple Operation and Remote Visibility

• Color LCD touchscreen for live status and diagnostics

• Centralized, automated compliance testing to reduce staff time

• 24×7 remote monitoring and reporting to improve reliability

Warranty and Service
Eaton warranty and service plans align with your uptime targets and budget, including startup, preventive maintenance, parts and labor, and extended coverage.

FAQs – Emergency Lighting UPS

Q1: What is UL 924 and why does it matter?
A: UL 924 is the safety standard for emergency lighting and power equipment. A UL 924 certified UPS is verified to support egress lighting for the required duration and to transfer reliably during outages—key for code compliance.

Q2: How long must emergency lighting operate during an outage?
A: Most jurisdictions require at least 90 minutes of emergency illumination for safe occupant egress. These UPS systems are engineered to meet that requirement.

Q3: How is an emergency lighting UPS different from a standard UPS?
A: An emergency lighting UPS is designed for life-safety circuits with mandated runtimes, test functions, and performance characteristics defined by UL 924 and NFPA 101. Standard IT UPS units typically lack those code-specific features.

Q4: Are these UPS systems compatible with LED drivers and mixed loads?
A: Yes. They support LED, fluorescent, and mixed emergency circuits. Correct sizing and coordination with LED drivers, transfer devices, and branch circuits ensure smooth operation.

Q5: Should I choose VRLA or lithium-ion batteries?
A: VRLA offers lower upfront cost and proven performance. Lithium-ion delivers longer life, higher temperature tolerance, reduced weight, smaller footprint, and lower lifetime cost. The best choice depends on space, ambient temperature, and budget.

Q6: How do I handle monthly and annual testing for code compliance?
A: Automated self-testing and centralized reporting simplify documentation for the Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) and reduce manual labor.

Q7: What information do you need to size and quote a system?
A: Total emergency load (kW/kVA), required runtime (90 minutes or more), voltage and phases, ambient temperature, available space, battery preference (VRLA or lithium-ion), and details on life-safety panels or transfer devices.