Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200

At a time when the demand for reliable energy and backup solutions for data centers is growing exponentially driven by the rise of Artificial Intelligence, cloud computing, and high-density servers EnergyChannel secured an exclusive interview with Ampace’s project leadership team.

Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200

In the conversation, we explored the reasons why North American data centers are adopting the PU200 energy storage solution on a large scale a technology that promises to raise the bar for security, performance, and resilience across the sector. Below, you can read the full Q&A, featuring technical and strategic insights into how this technology is shaping the future of digital infrastructure in the U.S. and worldwide.

Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200

What motivated U.S. data centers to adopt the PU200 solution on a large scale?

For data centers, nothing is more critical than ensuring information security and seamless power transitions. With rising demand driven by AI, cloud computing, and high-density servers, the need for higher power and longer backup times has never been greater. The Ampace PU200 was specifically developed to address these challenges, offering high-power, instant backup to protect both operational stability and data integrity.

Its large-scale adoption in U.S. data centers is driven by two main factors:

Safety and Compliance

At the core of the PU200 are semi-solid lithium iron phosphate (LFP) cells, which have successfully passed the rigorous UL 9540A thermal runaway test. This significantly reduces the risk of insulation failure caused by liquid electrolyte leakage, ensuring compliance with the strictest U.S. safety standards and providing operators with greater peace of mind.

High Performance

The PU200 delivers a sustained 10C discharge (ten times its nominal capacity in short bursts) and supports 5-minute backup even at end-of-life (EOL), ensuring reliability throughout its service cycle. This allows data centers to handle the instant power surges required by AI clusters and other high-density computing environments. In addition to its technical performance, it also improves long-term cost efficiency, operational reliability, and resilience.

Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200

What sets it apart from competing solutions on the market?

To start, its semi-solid LFP cells eliminate the risk of electrolyte leakage over the entire product lifespan. In addition, the system delivers an ultra-high power density of 865 kW/m² well above most traditional solutions and supports 10C high-power discharge. Even at the end of its life cycle, the batteries can still provide five minutes of critical backup, ideal for high-power, short-duration needs.

Equally important, safety is engineered into every layer, with module- and rack-level fire suppression, real-time leakage detection, and dual power redundancy. The system was also designed for flexible deployment available as pre-installed units or separate modules making it suitable for both conventional facilities and EPOD setups. With a projected 15-year service life, it further reduces total cost of ownership by minimizing replacements and heavy maintenance.

How does the PU200 address growing demands for resilience?With a projected 15-year lifespan, the PU200 maintains over 80% of its State of Health (SOH) even after 12 years of operation, assuming an average of 5 deep cycles per year.

Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200

The system also enables instant recharging right after discharge, even under high-temperature conditions up to 70°C.

To protect mission-critical workloads, the PU200 combines uninterruptible power supply with an intuitive human-machine interface (HMI) and a plug-and-play battery management system (BMS), allowing integration without downtime.

Which specific data center industry challenges does this technology address most effectively?

First, it resolves space constraints by reducing footprint by 33% compared to conventional systems.Second, it meets the increasing energy demands of AI and high-performance computing applications by supporting 10C pulse discharge, ensuring stable and reliable performance under heavy loads.Finally, the PU200 significantly improves installation efficiency; its pre-assembled cabinet design cuts on-site installation time and labor costs by up to 50%, allowing for faster deployment and minimizing operational disruptions.

Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200

In terms of energy efficiency, what measurable gains have customers reported?

Ampace’s PU200 has already delivered measurable efficiency gains for customers. A single cabinet provides 462 kW of continuous output, achieving a power density of 865 kW/m². This results in up to 33% space savings for data centers without compromising capacity.

Additionally, with its ultra-fast 10C discharge capability, the PU200 delivers full-capacity (EOL) backup in just five minutes, meeting the instant energy needs of AI clusters and other high-performance workloads.

What are the expectations for PU200 expansion in the U.S. and internationally?

PU200 is expected to see strong growth in the U.S. market, supported by the rapid expansion of AI applications, green data center initiatives, and favorable regulatory factors.

Internationally, adoption is projected to accelerate, especially in Europe and Asia, where data center construction is booming and sustainability standards are becoming increasingly stringent.

Beyond data centers, PU200 is well-positioned to expand into various sectors, including telecommunications, industrial, and commercial applications.

Furthermore, its compliance with key international standards such as UL, IEC, and FCC provides a significant certification advantage, facilitating entry into global markets.

Conclusion

Ampace’s advanced energy storage systems have already been deployed in over 30 countries, proving their safety and reliability under diverse operating conditions. Based on this track record, the PU200 is ready to lead the next wave of global data center transformation. In the U.S., its adoption is set to accelerate with the expansion of AI, sustainable data center initiatives, and stronger regulations.

At the same time, Europe and Asia are embracing PU200 in response to rising demand and increasingly stringent sustainability requirements. Beyond data centers, its value extends to telecommunications, industrial, and commercial sectors reinforcing its versatility across multiple markets. With international certifications such as UL, IEC, and FCC, Ampace not only ensures compliance but also sets a new benchmark for safe, reliable, and sustainable energy backup at a global scale.

Exclusive Interview | U.S. Data Centers and the Adoption of PU200