- 1500VA / 1000W line-interactive pure sine wave 1u rackmount UPS with Automatic Voltage Regulation
- 230V input/output — 4x IEC C13 for rack-mounted or desktop equipment
- SmartSlot bay for optional Network Management Card
- Compatible with APC PowerChute for graceful server shutdown and EcoStruxure IT for centralized monitoring
- 3-year UPS warranty with 2-year battery; genuine APC replacement battery cartridges stocked by Questyme
Product Highlights
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Description
APC Smart-UPS SMT1500RMI2U — 1500VA 1U Rackmount Line-Interactive UPS
The SMT1500RMI2U delivers 1500VA / 1000W of clean pure sine wave power in a 1u rackmount form factor designed for 230V environments. As part of APC's Smart-UPS line-interactive series, it provides Automatic Voltage Regulation to correct utility brownouts and surges without unnecessary battery cycling — the practical difference between a UPS that lasts five years and one that needs new batteries in two.
Why Line-Interactive UPS for This Load Range?
Line-interactive topology sits between basic standby UPS (no voltage regulation) and double-conversion on-line UPS (continuous inverter operation). For loads in the 1500VA range serving servers, network equipment, and VoIP infrastructure, line-interactive provides the right balance of power quality, energy efficiency, and acquisition cost. Connected equipment sees clean pure sine wave output during voltage events, but the unit doesn't waste energy or battery life converting power continuously when utility power is acceptable.
Key Features
- Pure Sine Wave Output: Pure sine wave output reproduces the smooth waveform of utility power, which sensitive electronics — active power-factor-corrected (PFC) server power supplies in particular — require to operate without errors or premature failure.
- Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR): Automatic Voltage Regulation corrects undervoltage (brownouts) and overvoltage events without transferring to battery, conserving battery life for true outages and extending overall service life of the unit.
- SmartSlot Expansion Bay: A SmartSlot accessory bay accepts optional Network Management Cards (AP9641, AP9643), environmental sensors, and dry-contact relay modules — useful for facilities that require SNMP integration, building management system tie-in, or PowerChute Network Shutdown of virtualized workloads.
- LCD Diagnostic Display: A multi-line LCD shows real-time load percentage, battery runtime remaining, input/output voltage, and event history without requiring network access — useful for on-the-spot troubleshooting and pre-purchase load verification.
- User-Replaceable Battery: User-replaceable battery design lets your IT or facilities team perform battery swaps without specialized service contracts. Genuine APC replacement cartridges are stocked by Questyme.
- PowerChute Compatibility: Graceful shutdown of physical servers, hypervisor hosts, and HCI clusters through PowerChute Business Edition or PowerChute Network Shutdown.
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| VA / Watts | 1500VA / 1000W |
| Topology | Line Interactive |
| Output Waveform | Pure Sine Wave |
| Input / Output Voltage | 230V |
| Output Outlets | 4x IEC C13 |
| Form Factor | 1U Rackmount |
| Management | SmartSlot bay |
| Communication Ports | USB, Serial (RS-232) |
| TAA Compliance | Standard model (TAA variant available) |
| Warranty | 3-year UPS / 2-year battery |
Ideal Applications and Industries
- Server Rooms and Network Cores: Backbone protection for core switches, firewalls, and DNS/DHCP infrastructure where a power blip causes hours of recovery work.
- Imaging, Radiology, and Lab Workstations: Prevents loss of in-progress studies, scan results, and dictation work during voltage events.
- TAA / Trade Agreements Act Compliant Procurement: Eligible for GSA Schedule purchasing where verified country-of-origin is a contract requirement.
- VoIP Phone Systems and Communications: Keeps call manager appliances, SBCs, and PoE switches online for sustained voice service during outages.
- Surveillance and Physical Security: Continuous power for NVRs, access control panels, and IP camera networks.
Power Expert Consultation Available
Questyme has been an APC authorized reseller since 2009. Our team can verify compatibility with your existing rack hardware, recommend appropriate runtime configurations, and provide TAA and procurement documentation when needed. Request a consultation before specifying.
Specifications
Overview
Model
APC Smart-UPS 1500VA LCD RM 2U 230V
Main
Input Voltage
230
Output Voltage
230
Rated Power in W
1000 W
Rated Power in VA
1500
Input Connection Type
IEC 320 C14
Output Connection Type
4 IEC 320 C13, 2 IEC Jumpers
Max Configurable Power in VA
1500 VA
Max Configurable Power in W
1000 W
Topology
Line Interactive
Battery Type
Lead-Acid battery
Removable Battery
User replaceable
Wave Type
Sine wave
Emergency Power Off
Optional
Physical
Color
Black
Mounting Mode
Rack-mounted
Mounting Preference
Lower
Product Line
SMART-UPS UNDER 1.5 KV
Shipping Dimensions
Height: 7.87Width: 22.64Length: 31.26
Shipping Weight
64.13 lb
UPC Code
731304284758
Lead time
Usually in Stock
Provided Equipment
CD with software
Documentation CD
Installation guide
Rack Mounting support rails
Smart UPS signalling RS-232 cable
USB cable
Warranty card
Documentation CD
Installation guide
Rack Mounting support rails
Smart UPS signalling RS-232 cable
USB cable
Warranty card
Standards
EN/IEC 62040-1:2019/A11:2021
EN/IEC 62040-2:2006/AC:2006
EN/IEC 62040-2:2018
EN/IEC 62040-2:2006/AC:2006
EN/IEC 62040-2:2018
Product Certifications
CE
EAC
RCM
VDE
UK PSTI
EAC
RCM
VDE
UK PSTI
Environmental
Carbon Footprint (kg CO₂ eq, Total Life Cycle)
1298
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
Yes
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
Ambient Air Temperature for Operation
32-104 ?F (0-40 ?C)
Ambient Air Temperature for Storage
5-113 ?F (-15-45 ?C)
Acoustic Level
46 dBA
Relative Humidity
0-95 %
Storage Relative Humidity
0-95 %
Operating Altitude
0-10000 ft
Storage Altitude
0-50000 ft (0.0000000000-15240.0000000000 m)
Packaging / Certifications
Unit Type of Package 1
PCE
Packaging Made with Recycled Cardboard
Yes
Packaging without Single Use Plastics
No
WEEE
The product must be disposed on European Union markets following specific waste collection and never end up in rubbish bins.
Take-back
Yes
EU RoHS Directive
Compliant with Exemptions