APC Easy UPS 1500VA (SMV1500AI-MS)

APC Easy UPS 1500VA (SMV1500AI-MS) Overview

The APC Easy UPS 1500VA (SMV1500AI-MS) is a dependable line-interactive uninterruptible power supply (UPS) designed to protect computers, servers, networking equipment, POS systems, and other critical electronics from power outages, voltage fluctuations, surges, and electrical disturbances. With a 1500VA / 1050W power capacity, it delivers reliable backup power and stable performance for home offices, businesses, and IT environments.

Featuring Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) and a pure sine wave output, the APC Easy UPS SMV1500AI-MS ensures connected equipment continues operating safely without unnecessary battery usage during minor voltage fluctuations.

Key Features & Benefits

• 1500VA / 1050W Power Capacity
  • Benefit: Provides dependable backup power for workstations, servers, networking devices, and business equipment.
• Pure Sine Wave Output
  • Benefit: Delivers clean, stable power for sensitive electronics and devices with Active PFC power supplies.
• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
  • Benefit: Corrects high and low voltage conditions without switching to battery mode, extending battery life.
• LCD Status Display
  • Benefit: Displays real-time UPS information, including input/output voltage, battery status, load level, and operating mode.
• Comprehensive Power Protection
  • Benefit: Protects equipment against surges, overloads, short circuits, and power interruptions.

Technical Specifications

General

• Brand: APC by Schneider Electric
• Model: SMV1500AI-MS
• Product Type: Easy UPS
• UPS Topology: Line Interactive
• Form Factor: Tower

Power Specifications

• Capacity: 1500VA
• Output Power: 1050W
• Nominal Input Voltage: 230V AC
• Nominal Output Voltage: 230V AC
• Input Frequency: 50/60Hz (Auto Sensing)
• Output Frequency: 50/60Hz
• Output Waveform: Pure Sine Wave
• Transfer Time: Typically 2–6 ms

Battery Specifications

• Battery Type: Sealed Maintenance-Free Lead Acid (VRLA)
• Battery Management: Intelligent battery charging
• Recharge Time: Approximately 4–6 hours to 90% capacity
• Battery Replacement: User-replaceable

Protection Features

• Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
• Surge protection
• Overload protection
• Short-circuit protection
• Over-voltage protection
• Battery overcharge protection
• Audible alarms for power events

Connectivity & Monitoring

• Display: Multifunction LCD
• Indicators: Battery status, load level, operating mode, input/output voltage
• Audible Alerts: Power failure, low battery, overload, fault notifications

Physical Specifications

• Form Factor: Tower
• Colour: Black
• Cooling: Intelligent fan cooling

Pros

• Pure sine wave output for sensitive equipment
• AVR minimizes unnecessary battery usage
• Clear LCD for easy monitoring
• Reliable APC build quality
• Suitable for home, office, and business environments
• User-replaceable battery for easier maintenance

Cons

• Heavier than lower-capacity UPS models
• Higher purchase price than entry-level UPS units
• Backup runtime varies depending on the connected load

Ideal Applications

• Desktop computers
• Small servers
• Network switches and routers
• CCTV systems
• POS terminals
• Business workstations
• Telecommunications equipment

Available from: Novelty Tech Solution 

Location: Revlon Professional Plaza, Mezzanine 2, Shop Number 1, Nairobi CBD, Kenya.