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Compact rectangular UPS unit in matte black finish with three IEC C13 outlets on rear

APC

APC BR500CI-AS 500 VA 300 W UPS

SKU CH-N1WB-EF4HP MPN BR500CI-AS

Provides 500 VA / 300 W battery backup with three IEC C13 outlets, 230 V input and output, and a 240 joule surge rating

  • Voltage version230 V
  • AC input voltage230 V AC Nominal
  • Input line frequency50/60 Hz +/- 3 Hz (auto sensing)
  • Power inputIEC-320 C14
  • Volt-ampere rating500 VA
  • Power rating300 W
  • Protects connected devices with 300 W battery backup
  • Three IEC 60320 C13 outlets supply reserve power
  • Accepts 230 V input and delivers 230 V output
  • Recharges sealed lead-acid battery in 10 hours
  • Surge energy rating of 240 joules guards equipment

Compact 500 VA UPS for basic desktop protection

The APC BR500CI-AS is a 230 V battery backup rated at 500 VA and 300 W. It targets home-office users and small-business workstations that need surge protection and a few minutes of runtime for a single PC, monitor and router. The unit ships new and connects via a standard IEC-320 C14 inlet.

Three IEC C13 battery-backed outlets

Three IEC 60320 C13 receptacles deliver battery-backed power to connected devices. A sealed lead-acid battery recharges in ten hours and sounds a distinctive low-battery alarm when mains power fails. The package includes part 74338Q but no automatic shutdown software, so manual intervention is required during extended outages.

Three-minute runtime at full 300 W load

At the maximum 300 W load the battery provides roughly three minutes of backup, enough to save work and shut down gracefully. Surge protection is rated at 240 joules. Buyers who need longer runtime, higher wattage or network-managed shutdown should consider larger UPS models.

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Price $92.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameAPC
Model nameBR500CI-AS
Power
Voltage version230 V
AC input voltage230 V AC Nominal
Input line frequency50/60 Hz +/- 3 Hz (auto sensing)
Power inputIEC-320 C14
Volt-ampere rating500 VA
Power rating300 W
Voltage output230 V
AC output frequency47–63 Hz
Power outlets(3) IEC 320 C13 (Battery Backup)
Battery typeSealed Lead Acid
Runtime on battery0.05 Hour
Battery charge time10 hour(s)
AlertsAlarm when on battery : distinctive low battery alarm
Surge protection rating240 joules
Size & build
Shipping weight5.90 kg
Package size291 × 257 × 190 mm
In the box
In the box74338Q

Questions about this item

How often will the sealed lead acid battery need replacing?

The sealed lead acid battery typically lasts three to five years before it must be replaced to maintain the rated three minute runtime at full load.

What limits continuous operation during a prolonged outage?

At full 300 watt load the battery provides only three minutes of backup before shutdown occurs.

How much heat and noise does the unit produce when running all day?

The UPS runs silently on mains power and only emits a low battery alarm when operating on battery.

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