PowerBack 20kVA / 200A Temporary Power Restoration Device
The PowerBack 20kVA (200A) is a rugged temporary power restoration device designed to quickly restore power when a hot leg or neutral is lost. It provides a quick, convenient source of 240 volt power up to 20,000 VA from one phase and a good neutral, or 120V service from two good phases (restoring neutral).
This unit restores balanced 120/240V or 120/208V service to both homes and businesses while permanent repairs are scheduled.
Key Specifications – PowerBack 20kVA / 200A
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model # | 20K-M |
| Power Rating | 20,000 VA (20 kVA) |
| Recommended Service | 200 A |
| Breaker | 160 A |
| Service Type | 120/240V or 120/208V 3-wire |
| Restoration Capability | Restores missing hot leg or neutral |
| Weight | 130 lbs |
| Size | 29″ x 22″ x 13″ |
| Connectivity | Metering Adapter – 200A Rating |
| Thermal Protection | 105°C |
| Available Options | GFI |
| Design | Toroidal autotransformer |
| Origin | Designed and built in Shelton, Connecticut, USA |
| Warranty | 3 Years |
Why Crews Choose the PowerBack 20kVA
Utility crews rely on the PowerBack 20kVA for its strong balance of capacity, durability, and field mobility on a wheeled platform.
- Higher Capacity — Supports up to 200A services, making it suitable for larger homes and light commercial properties.
- Fast Restoration — Quickly restores balanced 240V power from one good phase + neutral (or 120V from two good phases).
- Toroidal Efficiency — High-efficiency toroidal autotransformer design delivers reliable performance in a relatively compact package.
- Easy Mobility — Wheeled cart allows quick transport and setup by crews on most residential and light commercial properties.
- Built-in Safety — Thermal protection at 105°C helps protect the unit during extended use.
Ideal Applications
- Larger residential homes (up to 200A service)
- Small businesses and light commercial properties
- Underground cable fault response
- Storm restoration support
- Crews that need more capacity than the 15kVA model but prefer a wheeled unit
PowerBack 20kVA vs Traditional Service Restoration Devices
The PowerBack 20kVA offers a more efficient and manageable alternative to older, heavier restoration units. Its toroidal autotransformer design provides strong performance in a relatively compact wheeled package, making it easier for crews to handle while still delivering reliable 200A restoration capability.
Need a 20kVA / 200A temporary power restoration solution for your crews? Contact our utility team at (203) 954-0050 or request a quote. We’ll help you configure the right PowerBack setup for your typical service calls.
bridgeport –
Great product. Our crews have been standardized on Powerback for a number of years now. Easy to handle, the tires are never-flat, the meter head is the easiest single turn I have seen on the market.