SITOP DC-UPS Module 24 V DC / 6 A with USB (6EP1931-2DC42) CAN Electric — Industrial Automation Parts Supplier

The Siemens SITOP DC UPS module (6EP1931-2DC42) is a 24 V DC / 6 A uninterruptible power supply module with USB interface, sitting inline between a 24 V PSU and the load. It takes 22–29 V DC from an upstream SITOP supply, switches to an external 24 V battery (e.g. 6EP1935 series) on mains failure, and is configured via USB with SITOP Manager — unlike the -2DC31 sibling which is RS-232 only. New original, quoted per order, ships in 24h by DHL (3–7 days).

Additional information

Manufacturer

Siemens (Original Brand)

Product Line

SITOP DC UPS Module — 24 V DC / 6 A with USB (buffer module; external 24 V battery required)

Condition

Original factory sealed panel (pedestal / supporting foot sold separately)

What's Included

1 × DC UPS module (DIN-rail clip integrated; battery NOT included)

Lead Time

In stock — ships within 48h via DHL, 3–7 days worldwide

Availability

PM300 Active (current production); quoted per order (verify stock)

Discover more about SITOP DC-UPS Module 24 V DC / 6 A with USB (6EP1931-2DC42)

The SITOP DC-UPS module 6EP1931-2DC42 sits between a stabilized 24 V supply and the load, bridging mains dips and outages from an external SITOP battery module. Rated 24 V DC / 6 A (144 W) with a USB interface, it protects PLCs, HMIs and industrial PCs long enough for a controlled shutdown or to ride through short disturbances.

Key Facts

Brand / familySiemens SITOP DC-UPS
TypeDC-UPS buffer module (not a battery – battery ordered separately)
Input / output24 V DC (22…29 V) input; 24 V DC / 6 A output
Buffered power144 W, peak current 6.3 A
Battery interfaceExternal SITOP battery modules, 1.2 to 12 Ah (6EP1935-6Mxx)
Charge current0.2 A / 0.4 A selectable (DIP switch)
Buffer cut-in threshold22…25.5 V, 0.5 V steps, preset 22.5 V
InterfaceUSB for configuration, diagnostics and logging
Dimensions / weight50 x 125 x 125 mm, approx. 0.45 kg

What Is the SITOP DC-UPS 6EP1931-2DC42

A buffer module, not a battery

The 6EP1931-2DC42 is the control element of the SITOP DC-UPS system: it is inserted between a stabilized 24 V power supply and the load and connects to an external SITOP battery module – 1.2, 2.5, 3.2, 7 or 12 Ah. When the upstream supply dips below the set threshold, the module seamlessly takes over from the battery.

Buffering tuned to the application

The buffer cut-in threshold is adjustable from 22 to 25.5 V in 0.5 V steps (preset 22.5 V), and the charge current is set to 0.2 A or 0.4 A by DIP switch. A battery undervoltage cut-off at about 19 V protects the battery from deep discharge, and LEDs report OK, battery mode and alarms.

Configured and monitored over USB

The USB interface connects to the free Siemens PC tool for parameterization, diagnostics and event logging – buffer events, battery state and load data are recorded for maintenance analysis, without an extra fieldbus integration.

SITOP DC-UPS 6EP1931-2DC42 – Technical Specifications

ItemSpecification
Input voltage24 V DC, permissible range 22…29 V (from a stabilized 24 V supply)
Output voltage24 V DC in normal operation; 19…28.5 V in battery buffering mode
Rated output current6 A continuous (6.3 A peak)
Buffered output power144 W
EfficiencyApprox. 95 % in normal operation, 94.5 % in battery mode
Battery connectionExternal SITOP battery modules 24 V, 1.2 to 12 Ah (6EP1935-6Mxx)
Charge current0.2 A / 0.4 A, DIP-switch selectable
Buffer cut-in threshold22…25.5 V DC adjustable in 0.5 V steps (preset 22.5 V)
Battery protectionUndervoltage cut-off at approx. 19 V; reverse-polarity protection
InterfaceUSB for configuration, diagnostics and event logging
IndicationLEDs OK (green), battery mode (yellow), alarm (red); signalling contacts
ReliabilityMTBF 904,159 h at 40 C
Ambient temperature-25 to +60 C, natural convection
Dimensions / net weight50 x 125 x 125 mm; approx. 0.45 kg
StandardsEN 55022 Class B, EN 61000-6-2; CE, cULus, GL
LifecycleIn the current SITOP delivery range; UPS1600 platform available as successor technology

Data per the Siemens catalogue entry and product documentation; confirm the current data sheet before mounting the module or sizing the 24 V load.

Key Features of the DC-UPS 6 A USB Module

Clean separation of buffer and battery

Because the battery module is a separate order item, buffer time is sized per application – from minutes with a 1.2 Ah module to substantially longer with 7 or 12 Ah – and replacement never touches the control electronics.

Diagnostics that survive the event

The USB interface and event logging record every buffer occurrence with battery and load data, so a recurring grid problem can be diagnosed instead of merely survived.

Gentle on the battery

Selectable 0.2 A / 0.4 A charge current, an adjustable cut-in threshold and the approx. 19 V deep-discharge cut-off extend the service life of the lead-acid battery modules.

SITOP DC-UPS and Storage Modules at a Glance

DeviceArticle numberRatingRemark
DC-UPS 6 A, basic6EP1931-2DC2124 V / 6 A, 144 WNo interface
DC-UPS 6 A, series-capable6EP1931-2DC3124 V / 6 A, 144 WSerial connection
DC-UPS 6 A, USB6EP1931-2DC4224 V / 6 A, 144 WThis unit
DC-UPS 15 A, USB6EP1931-2EC4224 V / 15 A, 360 WLarger load
DC-UPS 40 A, USB6EP1931-2FC4224 V / 40 A, 960 WLargest load
Capacitor UPS 15 A, 2.5 kWs6EP1933-2EC4124 V / 15 A, 360 WMaintenance-free
Capacitor UPS 15 A, 5 kWs6EP1933-2EC5124 V / 15 A, 360 WExtended buffer time
Battery modules6EP1935-6MC01 to 6MF0124 V, 1.2 to 12 AhEnergy source for DC-UPS

Battery-based DC-UPS modules cover buffer times from minutes upward, while the capacitor-based UPS500S bridges seconds maintenance-free; the battery module itself is always a separate order item.

Compatibility and How to Order

The module connects downstream of a stabilized 24 V DC supply – typically a SITOP PSU – and upstream of the critical loads, with a SITOP battery module 6EP1935-6MC01 (1.2 Ah), 6MD31 (2.5 Ah), 6MD11 (3.2 Ah), 6ME21 (7 Ah) or 6MF01 (12 Ah) providing the energy. For 15 A or 40 A loads, the 2EC42 and 2FC42 variants of the same family apply.

  • Email sales@can-electric.com with the order number, quantity, delivery country, and whether the power module equips a new cabinet or replaces a failed unit.
  • State the condition you need — new, new-surplus or refurbished is written on the quote, never implied.
  • Prices are USD and ships go out from Hong Kong by DHL; availability is confirmed per order rather than taken from a catalogue status.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the SITOP DC-UPS 6EP1931-2DC42 used for?

It buffers a 24 V DC system rated up to 6 A (144 W) during mains dips and outages, protecting PLCs, HMIs, industrial PCs and other critical loads until power returns or a controlled shutdown completes.

Does the 6EP1931-2DC42 include a battery?

No – it is the DC-UPS control module; the battery is a separate SITOP battery module (6EP1935-6MC01 to 6MF01, 1.2 to 12 Ah) that connects to the module.

How much current can it buffer?

6 A continuously with a 6.3 A peak, equivalent to 144 W at 24 V DC.

How long does it buffer the load?

That depends on the battery module and the load current – a 7 Ah module buffers a 1 A load substantially longer than a 6 A load; the sizing rule is buffer time = usable battery capacity divided by load current.

How is the buffer behaviour configured?

By DIP switch: the buffer cut-in threshold is adjustable from 22 to 25.5 V in 0.5 V steps (preset 22.5 V) and the charge current to 0.2 A or 0.4 A.

What is the USB interface for?

Configuration, diagnostics and event logging with the free Siemens PC tool – buffer events, battery state and load data are recorded for maintenance analysis.

How does it protect the battery?

A battery undervoltage cut-off at about 19 V prevents deep discharge, and the selectable charge current avoids overstress during recharging.

How does it differ from the capacitor-based UPS500S?

The UPS500S modules (6EP1933-2EC41/2EC51) store energy in maintenance-free capacitors and bridge seconds, while this DC-UPS bridges minutes or longer from battery modules – at the cost of battery maintenance.

What ambient conditions are allowed?

-25 to +60 C with natural convection; the 50 x 125 x 125 mm housing mounts on a standard 35 mm DIN rail (IP20 cabinet installation).

Is the hardware genuine, and how do I get a quote?

Genuine Siemens hardware sourced through Siemens-authorized distribution partners; CAN Electric is an independent channel trader, not Siemens and not a factory-authorized distributor. Email sales@can-electric.com with quantity and delivery country.

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CAN Electric is an independent channel trader. Genuine Siemens products are sourced through Siemens-authorized partners — we are not Siemens itself, and condition and delivery are confirmed on each quote. Lifecycle statements follow the Siemens product status at the time of writing.

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