APC UPS
Your electronics deserve the best protection, and APC UPS systems provide exactly that. Whether you’re working from home, running a small business, or managing an entire office, we have the UPS system that meets your needs.
Don’t let power interruptions ruin your productivity or put your data at risk. With APC, you get reliable backup power, advanced surge protection, and peace of mind when you need it most.
Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems & Battery Backup
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Why APC by Schneider Electric is the global standard.
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APC UPS 1500VA UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, BX1500M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection
APC UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector with USB Charger, 600VA APC Back-UPS (BE600M1)
APC UPS 1500VA Sine Wave UPS Battery Backup, BR1500MS2 Backup Battery Power Supply with AVR, (2) USB Charger Ports
APC UPS Battery Backup, 500VA Backup Battery with 4 Outlets, Type C USB Charging, BE500G3 Back-UPS
APC UPS Battery Backup, 700VA UPS with 4 Backup Battery Outlets, Type C USB Charging, BE700G3 Back-UPS
APC UPS Battery Backup, 900VA UPS with 6 Backup Battery Outlets, Type C USB Charging, BE900G3 Back-UPS
APC UPS Battery Backup, 1050VA UPS with 6 Backup Battery Outlets, Type C USB Charging, BE1050G3 Back-UPS
APC UPS Battery Backup Surge Protector, 425VA Backup Battery Power Supply, BE425M
APC UPS Battery Backup Surge Protector, BE650G1 Surge Protector with Battery Backup
APC UPS 1350VA UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, BX1350M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection
APC UPS 1000VA UPS Battery Backup & Surge Protector, BX1000M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection
APC Battery Backup Surge Protector, BX850M Backup Battery Power Supply, AVR, Dataline Protection
How to Choose the Right Size UPS
Buying the wrong size UPS is the most common error users make. If the unit is too small, it will sound an overload alarm and cut power immediately. If it is too big, you are paying for battery capacity you don’t need.
The Difference Between Watts and VA
UPS capacity is rated in two ways: Watts (Real Power) and Volt-Amps (Apparent Power).
- Watts: The actual power your equipment consumes.
- VA: The total power drawn, including inefficiencies.
The Rule: Your equipment’s total wattage must not exceed the Watt rating of the UPS. Never rely solely on the VA rating, as the “Power Factor” varies between models.
Calculating Your Load
- List your critical devices: PC, Monitor, Router. (Do not plug laser printers into a UPS; their heating fusers draw too much current).
- Check the stickers: Look for the power rating on the back of your devices.
- Add a buffer: Multiply your total wattage by 1.2. This 20% buffer accounts for power spikes during startup.
Example Scenarios
- Router + Modem: Draws ~20-30 Watts. A 450VA / 255W unit provides 40+ minutes of runtime.
- Gaming PC + Monitor: Draws ~400-600 Watts under load. You need a 1500VA / 900W unit to get 5-10 minutes of runtime to save and quit.
Customer Review
The APC-UPS is for me an absolute necessity to protect my Apple MacPro workstation, Apple 22 inch monitor, colour printer, film scanner and internet cable modem from power surges, brownouts from low hydro voltage and even sudden or intermittent power failures. This unit will protect your valuable electronic gear from sudden voltage swings and from electrical storms too. UPS stands for Uninterrupted Power Supply, and that’s what it does – powers your gear when the local hydro fails.
Example: Here in Montreal, we have had 4 power failures in 2023, one a mini ice storm with no power for 64 hours. The APC-UPS allowed me to continue working on my computer, write posts on twitter and even make phone calls with the modem wifi connection. Depending upon the power draw of your equipment, the built in battery pack will last from 20 to 30 minutes! So if you’re working on a project, writing an email or using Photoshop, you can save your files and safely close down everything, without a single loss of any files.
The flip from local hydro power to your battery backup is instantaneous, so fast that my computer did not detect the sudden local power loss, though I noticed because all my lights went out! The audiovisual industry and corporate IT departments use these same APC-UPS units to protect their gear.
This is the second APC-UPS I have owned. I retired the first one purchased in 2007 after 15 years of use, because the replacement battery was 75% of the cost of buying a new one! This newest unit uses the latest technology and bonus – comes with a 3 year warranty. The massive and heavy internal sealed battery typically lasts from 3 to 5 years. At least that was my experience with my first APC-UPS. The second battery lasted 7 years!
My newest APS-UPS has run flawlessly since November 2022 even though, as I said, there have been four power failures. I highly recommend this product.
Frederic Hore • Reviewed on Amazon
Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about APC by Schneider Electric UPS systems, including sizing, battery life, surge protection, runtime calculation, and model comparisons.