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Black rectangular 1U rack tower UPS unit with six NEMA 5-15R outlets on rear panel

Tripp Lite

Tripp Lite BC500RT1ULNC 500VA 400W UPS 120V 6 NEMA 5-15R

SKU CH-JXT4-1795W MPN BC500RT1ULNC

Compact 1U rack or tower UPS delivers 500 VA and 400 W of battery backup with six NEMA 5-15R outlets and lithium-ion cells that recharge in eight hours

  • Volt-ampere rating500 VA
  • Power rating400 W
  • Power outlets6 NEMA 5-15R Outlets
  • Battery typeLithium Ion
  • 500VA capacity supports essential IT loads
  • 400W output protects critical equipment during outages
  • 1U rack/tower design saves space in network closets
  • Lithium-ion battery recharges fully in 8 hours
  • 6 NEMA 5-15R outlets deliver surge and battery backup

Compact 1U rack-tower UPS

The Tripp Lite BC500RT1ULNC is a 500VA 400W battery backup that fits in a single rack unit or stands as a tower. It provides six NEMA 5-15R outlets with surge protection and battery support for critical IT gear in network closets and edge sites. Cloud connectivity enables remote monitoring and management from a mobile device. The lithium-ion battery recharges in eight hours.

Sustained load behaviour

Under continuous demand the unit delivers its rated 400 watts through a pulse-width modulated sine wave output. Battery runtime at full load is approximately three minutes, giving enough time for graceful shutdowns or generator start-up. The lithium-ion chemistry maintains consistent performance across repeated discharge cycles without the capacity fade common in older battery types. Automatic voltage regulation corrects brownouts and overvoltages without draining the battery.

Upgrade path and fit

This UPS replaces basic surge strips or older standby units that lack battery backup and remote management. The jump is worth it when equipment must stay online during short outages and administrators need alerts and control from off-site. It is not suited for loads exceeding 400 watts or for installations requiring extended runtime beyond the three-minute standby window. Wall mounting requires a separate bracket kit.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameEATON
Model nameBC500RT1ULNC
Part numberBC500RT1ULNC
Power
Volt-ampere rating500 VA
Power rating400 W
Power outlets6 NEMA 5-15R Outlets
Battery typeLithium Ion
Size & build
Shipping weight3.58 kg
Package size511 × 300 × 137 mm

Questions about this item

How loud does the 500VA UPS run when it powers a 400W load all day?

The unit uses a pulse-width modulated sine-wave design with lithium-ion batteries, so fan noise stays low during continuous operation.

What cables or outlets must I already have to connect the 6 NEMA 5-15R ports?

You need standard 120V NEMA 5-15 plugs on your equipment and a matching 120V wall receptacle for the UPS input.

Will the USB port on this UPS talk to my older server that only has USB 2.0?

Yes, the USB interface is backward-compatible with USB 2.0 hosts for monitoring and management.

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