APC Back-UPS Pro BR1500MS2 Pure Sine Wave UPS
- 1500VA / 900W, pure sine wave
- Up to 73 minutes at 100W
- 10 outlets: 6 battery backup, 4 surge only
- AVR corrects high and low voltage
- USB-C and USB-A charging ports
- 1080 joule surge protection, coax and Ethernet lines
- Replaceable battery APCRBC163
- 3 year warranty, 27.6 pounds
Updated 20 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A strong home office and gaming UPS with clean sine wave output, voltage regulation and a generous outlet count, safe for Active PFC power supplies. It is heavy and runs only minutes at full load.
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ASIN: B08GRY1W93Model: BR1500MS2Category: Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS)
Overview
Home office workers and PC gamers get a tower battery backup that switches to pure sine wave power within milliseconds when the grid drops. Automatic voltage regulation fixes sags and spikes without using the battery, and an LCD shows runtime and load.
Pure sine output makes it safe for modern PCs with Active PFC supplies, and the outlet split covers a full desk. Runtime shrinks fast as load rises, so it is for saving work and shutting down, not riding out long outages.
Who it's for
Remote workers, streamers and NAS owners who want to finish a task and shut down safely when power fails. Households expecting long outages need a generator or power station.
Pros and cons
- Pure sine wave output
- Automatic voltage regulation
- Ten outlets with clear split
- Coax and Ethernet surge protection
- Heavy at nearly thirty pounds
- Short runtime at high load
- Long battery recharge time
Performance notes
Runtime depends directly on load: a light setup runs for over an hour, while a heavy gaming PC drains it in minutes. AVR handles brownouts and spikes without touching the battery, so the battery is saved for real outages. Fast transfer to battery prevents reboots on sensitive equipment.
Specifications
| Brand | APC |
|---|---|
| Model | BR1500MS2 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 27.6 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Output Wattage | 900 watts |
| Capacity va | 1500VA |
| Output waveform | Pure sine wave |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Input Voltage | 120 volts |
| Power Plug Type | Type B - 3 pin (North American) |
| Voltage regulation | AVR |
| Battery charge time | 16 hours |
| Replacement battery | APCRBC163 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 3 Year Manufacturer |
| Other details | |
| Runtime | Up to 73 minutes at 100W |
| Number of Outlets | 10 (6 battery backup + surge, 4 surge only) |
| Form Factor | Tower |
| USB charging ports | USB-C and USB-A |
| Specification Met | Energy Star |
| Surge Protection Rating | 1080 Joules |
| Display | LCD with runtime, load and battery health |
| Topology | Line-interactive |
Frequently asked questions
How do I set up the APC BR1500MS2 at my desk?
Plug the PC, monitor, router and NAS into the 6 battery backup outlets, and peripherals into the 4 surge-only outlets. Coax and Ethernet ports protect data lines too.
Will the APC BR1500MS2 work with an Active PFC power supply?
Yes. Its pure sine wave output is designed for Active PFC power supplies in modern computers.
How long will the APC BR1500MS2 run my PC?
Up to 73 minutes at 100W. Higher loads shorten runtime, and the LCD shows minutes remaining.
Can I replace the battery in the APC BR1500MS2?
Yes. It is user-replaceable with the APCRBC163 battery.