A Standby UPS, also known as an Off-line UPS, is a basic and cost-effective uninterruptible power supply designed to provide backup power during mains power failures. Under normal conditions, the load is powered directly from the utility supply, while the battery remains on standby and the inverter is inactive.
When a power outage or significant voltage drop occurs, the Standby UPS quickly switches (typically within 2–10 milliseconds) to battery and inverter operation, supplying power to connected devices. This brief transfer time is acceptable for most home and office equipment.