APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #157

Overview

The APC APCRBC157 is a replacement battery cartridge designed for select APC Smart-UPS models such as the SMC1500-2U and SMT1000RM2U series. It restores the backup power capacity of your UPS, ensuring your critical equipment remains protected during power outages. The cartridge features a sealed lead acid battery housed in a compact enclosure measuring 13.5 × 8.5 × 3.3 inches and weighing 22.05 pounds, making it easy to handle and install.

Key features

• Pre-installed connectors allow for quick and tool-free installation, minimizing downtime during battery replacement.
• Sealed lead acid battery design provides reliable and consistent performance across a wide temperature range from 32 °F to 113 °F.
• Compact and enclosed housing fits neatly into compatible UPS bays, simplifying maintenance in network closets or server racks.
• High humidity tolerance up to 95 percent ensures dependable operation in various environmental conditions.
• Two-year warranty offers assurance of quality and support for repair or replacement if needed.

Key specs

• Dimensions: 13.5 × 8.5 × 3.3 inches
• Weight: 22.05 pounds (10 kilograms)
• Battery type: sealed lead acid
• Operating temperature range: 32 °F to 113 °F
• Humidity tolerance: up to 95 percent relative humidity
• Compatible UPS models: APC Smart-UPS SMC1500-2U, SMC1500-2UC, SMT1000RM2U, SMT1000RM2UC
• Warranty: two years for repair or replacement

Installation and setup

The APCRBC157 cartridge arrives ready to install with all necessary connectors pre-attached, allowing most users to replace the battery quickly without special tools. This straightforward swap helps maintain continuous protection for your servers, networking equipment, or home lab devices with minimal interruption.

Ideal uses and environments

This replacement battery cartridge is well suited for small to medium-sized IT environments such as branch offices, network closets, and home labs where maintaining UPS runtime is critical. Its sealed design and environmental tolerance make it reliable in spaces with varying temperature and humidity levels, ensuring your equipment stays powered during outages.