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APC Smart-UPS SCL500RM1UC Lithium-Ion Rackmount UPS

  • 400 W output, 120 V, 3.75 A
  • 4 NEMA 5-15R outlets
  • 1U rackmount, short 9.13 inch depth
  • Lithium-ion battery, 10 year average life
  • 2 minute runtime listed, load not stated
  • 3 hour recharge time
  • Hot swap batteries, data line protection
  • 2 year warranty

Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.

Our verdict

A shallow rackmount UPS for small business network and point of sale gear that needs protection from brief outages. Listed runtime is very short, so it bridges blips, not long blackouts.

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ASIN: B07V3CWGDKModel: SCL500RM1UCCategory: Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)

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Installed Network CardNo Network Card

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Overview

Not a desktop power strip with a battery, the APC Smart-UPS SC is a one rack unit lithium-ion UPS built for network gear and point-of-sale devices. Mounted in a short-depth rack, it protects against power disturbances and carries connected equipment through outages.

Buy it to protect a small network cabinet with a shallow lithium-ion unit that offers hot swap batteries and data line protection. Listed runtime is very short and the load behind that figure is not stated, so plan on bridging brief outages, not running through long ones.

Who it's for

A small office with a short-depth network cabinet gets battery backup without giving up much rack space. A server room that must run through a long blackout needs a larger unit.

Pros and cons

Pros
  • One rack unit tall, short depth
  • Lithium-ion battery with long service life
  • Hot swap batteries
  • Built-in data line protection
Cons
  • Short listed runtime
  • Load behind the runtime figure not listed
  • Four outlets only
  • Modest output for larger servers

Performance notes

Runtime depends on the connected load: the lithium-ion pack stores a fixed amount of energy, so lighter loads stretch it and heavier ones shorten it. During a disturbance or outage the unit supplies the outlets from the battery, while built-in data line protection covers connected network lines.

Specifications

BrandAPC
ModelSCL500RM1UC
Dimensions & fit
Item weight9.3 pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H9.1 × 17 × 1.7 inches
Capacity & performance
Output Wattage400 watts
Output Voltage120 volts
Output Current3.75 amps
Wattage450 watts
Frequency range50 Hz
Power & efficiency
Input Voltage120 volts
Amperage0.42 amps
Power Plug TypeType B - 3 Pin (North American)
Battery Cell TypeLithium Ion
Battery Average Life10 years
Maximum Power400 watts
Battery charge time3 hours
Construction & materials
Enclosure MaterialAlloy Steel
ColorBlack
Warranty & support
Warranty Description2 years
Other details
Runtime2 minutes
Connector TypeNEMA 5-15R
Number of Outlets4
Form FactorRack, 1U short depth
Hot swap batteriesYes

Frequently asked questions

Can I replace the battery in the APC Smart-UPS SC SCL500RM1UC?

The description lists hot swap batteries, and the battery average life is given as 10 years.

What plug does the APC SCL500RM1UC use?

It uses a Type B 3 pin North American plug at 120 volts.

Will the APC SCL500RM1UC run a server through a long blackout?

The listing gives a 2 minute runtime without stating the load, and 400 watts of output. Treat it as protection for brief outages, not extended ones.

Does the APC SCL500RM1UC protect network lines?

Yes, the description lists built-in data line protection. A surge protection rating is not given.