Fuhrman Introduces SB-1000 Uninterruptible Power Supply

Feb 16, 2004 12:00 PM

           
 

Furman Sound has introduced the rackmountable SB-1000 Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS). The SB-1000 has a 1000 VA/600W capacity from its step up/step down multitap toroidal transformer. According to the manufacturer, this provides a 3-minute back-up with a 5-amp RMS load, and 32 minutes of back-up with a typical computer and monitor load.

When used as a computer system back-up, the SB-1000 has a standard UTP-RJ45 network jack, which automatically saves and shuts down critical applications. A current overload alarm activates when the device reaches 10 Amps total capacity, and an additional alarm activates when the device is in battery back-up mode.

The SB-1000 has a fanless cooling system, which allows for quiet operation in critical listening environments. It also features five AC outlets: four for backup, with a 5-amp total load, and one bypass outlet, with a 4-amp total, for higher amperage units, allowing additional computer peripherals and electronic devices to be safely powered down. Additional features include selectable line voltage (110/115/120/220/230/240 VAC) and a selectable line frequency (50 or 60 hertz, using internal jumpers). The front panel includes power switches for the backup and bypass outlets, a test switch for checking battery status, and a Line/Backup indicator LED.

Furman has also introduced the PowerFactor Pro, which was designed to serve as a musical instrument and amplification power conditioner. The manufacturer says its maintenance-free Series Mode Protection (SMP) technology protects equipment from voltage spikes that can severely damage or destroy amplifiers. In addition, Furman says its Clear Tone technology lowers the AC line impedance supplied by the wall outlet, while storing over 45 amps of instantaneous reserve energy for peak-current demands. They add that Furman's Linear Filtering Technology (LIFT) lowers AC line noise in the critical audio-frequency band. The Power Factor Pro has a 12-Amp RMS capacity, a multi-segment AC voltmeter, a detachable-locking AC cord, and four AC outlets.

In addition, Furman has introduced the PL-8 and PL-Plus Series II power conditioners, which also feature SMP and LiFT technology. The devices include long-life, low-heat, retractable LED lights, and a rear-panel BNC connector to accommodate a gooseneck lamp. For more information, visit furmansound.com. (http://www.furmansound.com)