What it is
The APC Back-UPS Pro BR1500GI is a tower-style uninterruptible power supply with a capacity of 1500VA / 865W. It features 10 IEC C13 outlets, automatic voltage regulation (AVR), an LCD display, and a user-replaceable battery.
Who it's for
Intended for office or server environments requiring a reliable backup power source to protect equipment from outages and voltage fluctuations, especially where IEC C13 outlets are standard.
Why it's good
This model provides solid surge protection (300V), a high efficiency rating at 98.9%, and a crest factor of 3:1, ensuring stable power delivery. The LCD offers useful status info, and the battery being user-replaceable reduces downtime and maintenance complexity.
When to choose it
Choose this UPS when you need dependable power backup for multiple devices with IEC C13 connectors, plus voltage regulation and easy battery servicing. Ideal for critical equipment that must stay powered during brief outages or unstable power conditions.
Specifications
| Power | |
|---|---|
| Output frequency regulation | 50/60 Hz |
| Output power | 865 W |
| Input operation voltage (min) | 156 V |
| Input operation voltage (max) | 300 V |
| Surge energy rating | 441 J |
| Efficiency | 98.9% |
| Crest factor | 3:1 |
| Output power capacity | 1.5 kVA |
| Performance | |
| Hold time (min) | 10 ms |
| Hold time (max) | 12 ms |
| Audible alarm modes | Low battery alarm, Overload alarm |
| UPS topology | Line-Interactive |
| Waveform | Sine |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) | Yes |
| Surge protection | Yes |
| Surge protection features | Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), Fax, Modem, Network, Telephone |
| Noise level | 45 dB |
| Audible alarm(s) | Yes |
| Features | |
| Hold time (min) | 10 ms |
| Hold time (max) | 12 ms |
| Audible alarm modes | Low battery alarm, Overload alarm |
| UPS topology | Line-Interactive |
| Waveform | Sine |
| Output frequency regulation | 50/60 Hz |
| Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) | Yes |
| Output power | 865 W |
| Input operation voltage (min) | 156 V |
| Input operation voltage (max) | 300 V |
| Surge energy rating | 441 J |
| Efficiency | 98.9% |
| Surge protection | Yes |
| Surge protection features | Digital Subscriber Line (DSL), Fax, Modem, Network, Telephone |
| Noise level | 45 dB |
| Crest factor | 3:1 |
| Audible alarm(s) | Yes |
| Output power capacity | 1.5 kVA |
| Input frequency | 50/60 Hz |
| Ports & interfaces | |
| USB port | Yes |
| AC outlets quantity | 10 AC outlet(s) |
| AC outlet types | C13 coupler |
| Power plug | C14 coupler |
| Number of output IEC jumpers | 2 |
| Battery | |
| Battery life (max) | 5 year(s) |
| Battery capacity | 187 VAh |
| Battery technology | Sealed Lead Acid (VRLA) |
| Battery recharge time | 8 h |
| Typical backup time at half load | 12.4 min |
| Typical backup time at full load | 3.7 min |
| Hot-swap battery | Yes |
| Cold start | Yes |
| Automatic battery test | Yes |
| Replacement battery cartridge | APCRBC124 |
| Design | |
| Product colour | Black |
| Certification | A-tick, C-tick, CE, GOST, GS Mark, Telepermit, TUV, REACH, PEP, EOLI, NEMKO-GS |
| Display type | LCD |
| Operational conditions | |
| Operating temperature (T-T) | 0 - 40 °C |
| Storage temperature (T-T) | -15 - 40 °C |
| Operating relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 95% |
| Storage relative humidity (H-H) | 0 - 95% |
| Operating altitude | 0 - 9000 m |
| Non-operating altitude | 0 - 15000 m |
| Technical details | |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85078000 |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Packaging data | |
| Packaging content | 1x Detachable IEC Power Cord |
| Cables included | Phone (RJ-11), USB cable |
| Manual | Yes |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Software CD | Yes |
| Package width | 238 mm |
| Package depth | 488 mm |
| Package height | 387 mm |
| Bundled software | PowerChute Personal Edition |
| Package weight | 14.3 kg |
| Certificates | |
| Certification | A-tick, C-tick, CE, GOST, GS Mark, Telepermit, TUV, REACH, PEP, EOLI, NEMKO-GS |
| Compliance certificates | RoHS |
| Packaging content | |
| Cables included | Phone (RJ-11), USB cable |
| Manual | Yes |
| Warranty card | Yes |
| Software CD | Yes |
| Packaging content | 1x Detachable IEC Power Cord |
| Bundled software | PowerChute Personal Edition |
| Sustainability | |
| Sustainability certificates | ENERGY STAR |
| Weight & dimensions | |
| Package width | 238 mm |
| Package depth | 488 mm |
| Package height | 387 mm |
| Weight | 12.7 kg |
| Width | 112 mm |
| Package weight | 14.3 kg |
| Height | 301 mm |
| Depth | 380 mm |
| Logistics data | |
| Products per master (outer) case | 1 pc(s) |
| Products per pallet | 20 pc(s) |
| Harmonized System (HS) code | 85078000 |
| Other features | |
| Packaging content | 1x Detachable IEC Power Cord |
| Nominal output voltage | 230 V |
| Nominal input voltage | 230 V |
Check with Creative Systems to make sure this UPS suits your power requirements and outlet setup before purchasing.