[shortdesc] 500VA / 400W, Lithium-Ion Battery, 1U Rackmount, 4x IEC C13 Outlets, SmartConnect Ethernet [/shortdesc]

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Brand	APC by Schneider Electric
Model	SCL500RMI1UC
Product Type	Smart-UPS, Line-Interactive, Lithium-ion
Form Factor	Rackmount 1U (Short Depth)
Dimensions (H x W x D)	1.73" x 17.01" x 9.13" (4.4 x 43.2 x 23.2 cm)
Weight	8.95 lb (4.06 kg)
Color	Black with silver front bezel
Number of Rack Units	1U
Cable Length	—
Cooling	Not specified

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[specifications]

Capacity	500 VA / 400 W
Input Voltage	230 V
Input Connection Type	IEC 60320 C14
Input Frequency	50/60 Hz ±3 Hz, auto-sensing
Output Voltage	230 V
Output Connections	4 × IEC 60320 C13
Waveform Type	Sine wave
Topology	Line Interactive
Transfer Time	6 ms typical, 10 ms maximum
Battery Type	Lithium-ion
Battery Recharge Time	—
Battery Life	8–10 years
Battery Charge Power	10 W rated
Extendable Runtime	No
Surge Energy Rating	510 J
Acoustic Noise	45 dBA
Operating Temperature	0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating Humidity	0–95% non-condensing
Altitude	0–10,000 ft operating
Communications	LED status display, SmartConnect Ethernet port, USB, alarms
Certifications	CE, EAC, RCM, UK PSTI, C-tick
Warranty	5 years repair or replace

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[accesories]

Rack Mounting Support Rails	Included in the box
USB Cable	Included in the box
Documentation	Installation guide

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Overview

The APC Smart-UPS SCL500RMI1UC is a compact 500VA lithium-ion UPS engineered for reliable power protection in critical IT environments. Delivering 400W of pure sine wave output in a short-depth 1U rackmount form factor, it combines extended lithium-ion battery life, SmartConnect cloud-enabled monitoring, and robust power filtering. Designed for servers, POS, and essential network devices, it ensures uptime with minimal maintenance requirements.

Key Features & Benefits

• 500VA / 400W Capacity: Provides dependable backup power for small servers, POS, and network devices.
• Lithium-Ion Battery: 8–10 year design life reduces replacement cycles and lowers total cost of ownership.
• 1U Rackmount Form Factor: Space-saving short-depth design ideal for rack-based IT deployments.
• SmartConnect Port: Enables cloud-based monitoring for real-time visibility and alerts.
• Pure Sine Wave Output: Delivers clean, stable power for sensitive IT equipment.
• Surge Protection & Filtering: 510 J surge energy rating with full-time multi-pole noise filtering.
• Quiet Operation: 45 dBA acoustic level for noise-sensitive environments.

Technical Deep Dive

The SCL500RMI1UC leverages line-interactive UPS technology with Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to smooth out minor voltage fluctuations before they affect connected equipment. This reduces reliance on battery discharge, extending operational life and minimizing downtime.

Its lithium-ion battery system is a significant advancement over traditional lead-acid batteries. With a design life of 8–10 years, it delivers twice the durability and requires fewer replacements, cutting long-term costs while improving sustainability. The compact battery design also reduces weight, making the unit lighter and easier to deploy in rack environments.

Cloud-enabled SmartConnect functionality offers IT managers remote visibility and proactive alerts, allowing them to monitor UPS performance anytime, anywhere. Coupled with its short-depth 1U rackmount format, this UPS is especially suited for edge computing sites and space-constrained IT setups.

Ideal Applications

• Edge computing and micro data centers
• Small servers and storage systems
• Retail point-of-sale (POS) systems
• Networking equipment such as routers and switches
• Healthcare and government IT environments requiring lithium-ion reliability

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q1: How is the SCL500RMI1UC installed?
A: This is a 1U rackmount UPS that ships with support rails for easy installation in standard racks.

Q2: What performance can I expect?
A: The UPS provides 500VA / 400W of sine wave output with a 6–10 ms transfer time. Runtime depends on load and environmental conditions; actual values may vary based on battery age and connected equipment.

Q3: How can the UPS be managed?
A: It includes a SmartConnect Ethernet port for cloud-enabled remote monitoring and proactive alerts, with support for APC’s SmartConnect software.