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Module 4 · Lesson 1Pro16 min read

Electrical Architecture: Utility to Rack

Substations, UPS topologies (2N, distributed redundant, catcher), busway vs PDU distribution, and the voltage decisions shaping modern designs.

In this lesson

  • The medium-voltage front end
  • UPS topologies and the redundancy menu
  • From UPS to rack: distribution choices
  • Protection, coordination, and arc flash

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