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APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #160 APCRBC160
- Each APC Replacement Battery Cartridges (RBC) is tested and certified for compatibility to restore the performance of your APC UPS to original specifications
- APCRBC160 is compatible with APC UPS model BR1000MS and select others
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- Genuine APC RBC(TM) are tested and certified for compatibility to restore UPS performance to the original specifications.
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Warranty, Returns, And Additional Information
Warranty
- Limited Warranty period (parts): 2 years
- Limited Warranty period (labor): 2 years
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- Support Phone: 1-800-555-2725
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The APC APCRBC160 is a lead-acid replacement battery cartridge for compatible APC UPS systems, including the BR1000MS, and is suitable for users replacing a UPS battery to restore performance to original specifications.
Recommended For
- Owners of an APC BR1000MS with a battery that needs replacement who want to restore their existing UPS rather than replace the whole unit.
- Home-office or small-network users maintaining a compatible APC UPS that backs up computers, routers, or other connected equipment during outages.
- Owners of a compatible APC UPS who prefer a genuine, tested replacement cartridge intended to restore the UPS to its original specifications.
- Users comfortable replacing a UPS battery through its battery access panel, rather than opening or servicing the UPS enclosure.
Real-World Use Scenarios
- When a compatible BR1000MS reports a weak or failing battery, replace it with the APCRBC160 to restore the UPS’s battery-backup function without replacing the whole unit.
- For a home-office UPS whose backup time has declined, replacing the cartridge can help restore the BR1000MS’s intended outage support for a computer, monitor, and network equipment—use the remaining runtime to save work and shut down safely.
- In a home network setup, replacing a degraded battery can help keep a modem and router powered through a brief outage, provided they are connected to the UPS’s battery-backed outlets and the outage does not exceed available runtime.
- For a desktop PC that has started losing power soon after an outage begins, a fresh APCRBC160 can restore a short window to save files and shut the computer down; it is not a substitute for uninterrupted use during a prolonged outage.
- For a BR1000MS used in a home office or small network setup, replacing the battery after it ages or loses runtime can extend the useful life of the existing UPS; the manual notes that frequent outages and elevated temperatures can shorten battery life.
Spec Summary
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Best For | Replacing the battery cartridge in compatible APC UPS units, including the BR1000MS |
| Battery Chemistry And Construction | Rechargeable, non-spillable lead-acid battery in a metal enclosure |
| Electrical Specifications | 12 V output, rated at 600 W and 50 A |
| Compatibility And Connection | APC battery connector; sized for the BR1000MS battery configuration |
| Battery Life And Quantity | One battery; average life listed as 2 years |
| Dimensions And Weight | 11.89 × 2.60 × 4.29 in; 9.81 lb |
| Model Identifiers | APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #160, model APCRBC160 |