APC RBC133

Overview

The APC RBC133 is a replacement battery cartridge designed to restore the backup power capacity of select APC Uninterruptible Power Supplies, including the SMT1500RM2U model. It provides reliable lead-acid battery power that typically supports three to five years of service, ensuring your critical equipment like servers, network switches, or home workstations remain operational during power outages. The cartridge comes pre-assembled in a metal tray with connectors, allowing for quick hot-swap installation without interrupting connected devices.

Key features

• Factory-built replacement that maintains original runtime and performance of compatible APC UPS models
• Hot-swap capable design enables battery replacement without powering down connected equipment, minimizing downtime
• Pre-assembled in a metal tray with all necessary connectors for fast and easy installation
• Lead-acid battery chemistry delivers dependable backup power for several years under normal office or data-center conditions
• Fully compatible with APC’s intelligent battery management system for accurate monitoring of charge, temperature, and health status
• Includes a two-year warranty for added peace of mind
• Environmentally conscious packaging with an illustrated installation guide to simplify setup

Key specs

• Compatible UPS models: SMT1500RM2U and select others
• Battery type: lead-acid
• Operating temperature range: 32 to 104 degrees Fahrenheit
• Dimensions: 13.5 x 8.5 x 3.3 inches
• Weight: 26.3 pounds
• Certifications: CSA, REACH, RoHS, UL, VDE
• Warranty: 2 years

Installation and setup

The RBC133 cartridge is designed for straightforward installation. Since it arrives fully assembled in a metal tray with connectors, you simply slide out the old battery and slide in the new one. This hot-swap capability means you can replace the battery without shutting down your UPS or connected devices, avoiding disruption to your workflow or network operations. The included illustrated guide walks you through the process step-by-step.

Performance and reliability

With lead-acid cells engineered to last three to five years under typical use, this replacement cartridge restores your UPS’s original backup runtime. It integrates seamlessly with the UPS’s intelligent battery management system, which continuously monitors battery charge, temperature, and health. This ensures you receive accurate runtime estimates and alerts, helping you maintain uninterrupted power protection for your critical equipment.

Ideal uses and environments

This battery cartridge is well suited for data centers, office environments, and home offices where maintaining continuous power is essential. It supports UPS models commonly used to protect servers, networking gear, and workstations, making it a practical choice for IT professionals and home users who want to extend the life of their APC UPS hardware and avoid unexpected downtime.

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