APC BX850M UPS 850VA 510W 120V 8 NEMA outlets
Provides 850 VA / 510 W battery backup with AVR, LCD status, USB management and 1103 J surge protection across eight NEMA outlets
- Voltage version120 V
- AC input voltage88 -139 V
- Input line frequency60 Hz +/- 3 Hz
- Power inputNEMA 5-15P
- Volt-ampere rating850 VA
- Power rating510 W
VA 850 VA / 510 W
- 850 VA / 510 W capacity protects workstations and networking gear
- Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects brownouts without draining the battery
- Eight NEMA 5-15R outlets — four with battery backup, four surge-only
- LCD status screen plus USB port for PowerChute monitoring and graceful shutdown
- 1,103-joule surge rating plus RJ-45 and coax protection for data lines
Compact Tower UPS for Home and Small Business
The APC BX850M is an 850 VA, 510 watt battery backup designed to protect computers, networking gear and entertainment systems from outages, surges and voltage fluctuations. Its compact tower form factor fits on a desk or shelf while providing eight NEMA 5-15R outlets, four of which deliver battery-backed power with automatic voltage regulation.
Stepped Sine Wave Output with AVR and USB Management
In normal operation the unit corrects input voltages between 88 and 139 V without using the battery, preserving runtime for actual blackouts. The stepped approximated sine wave output keeps attached equipment running during an outage, while the USB port enables monitoring and graceful shutdown through PowerChute Personal Edition software. Surge protection is rated at 1103 joules for both AC and data lines.
2.1 Minutes Runtime at Full 510 Watt Load
At maximum rated load the sealed lead-acid battery provides 2.1 minutes of backup, extending to 8.9 minutes at half load, with a 12 hour recharge cycle. This runtime profile suits users who need just enough time to save work and shut down safely, not those who require extended operation through long outages. Buyers needing longer runtimes at high loads should consider higher-capacity units.
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- Price $141.99
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Specifications
| Product | |
|---|---|
| Brand name | APC |
| Product line | Back UPS Pro |
| Model name | BX850M |
| Ports & slots | |
| Communication ports | USB |
| Protected data lines | Network line - 10 / 100 / 1000 Base-T Ethernet (RJ-45 connector) Coaxial cable for CATV / SATV / modem / Audio-Video (coax connector) |
| Power | |
| Voltage version | 120 V |
| AC input voltage | 88 -139 V |
| Input line frequency | 60 Hz +/- 3 Hz |
| Power input | NEMA 5-15P |
| Volt-ampere rating | 850 VA |
| Power rating | 510 W |
| Voltage output | 120 V |
| AC output frequency | 60 Hz |
| Power outlets | 8 |
| Battery type | Sealed Lead Acid |
| Runtime on battery | At Full load: 2.1 minutes At half load: 8.9 minutes |
| Battery charge time | 12 Hour(s) |
| Surge protection rating | 1103 Joules |
| Size & build | |
| Product dimensions | 7.48 in × 3.58 in × 12.2 in |
| Product weight | 14.99 lb (6.8 kg) |
| Shipping weight | 7.68 kg |
| Package size | 437 × 251 × 147 mm |
| Environment & compliance | |
| Regulatory approvals | California (CEC) Battery Charger, ENERGY STAR (USA), FCC Part 15 Class B, UL 1778 |
Other versions of this model
4 more in the same range
APC BX1500M Back-UPS Pro 1500VA 900W 120V Tower 10 Outlets
- 120 V
- 88–139 V
Questions about this item
How do I connect the USB cable so PowerChute can shut down my PC before the battery runs out?
Plug the USB cable into the UPS and your computer, install PowerChute Personal Edition, then configure the shutdown timer to trigger well before the 2.1 minutes at full load or 8.9 minutes at half load.
When will the sealed lead acid battery need replacing and how long does a full recharge take?
Expect three to five years of service; after a complete discharge the battery requires 12 hours to reach full charge again.
What happens if my equipment draws more than 510 watts during an outage?
The UPS will trip its overload protection and cut output because 510 watts is the maximum real power the inverter can supply.
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