APC Back-UPS 1050VA UPS - 1050 VA Standby UPS Battery Backup
Overview
The APC BE1050G3 is a standby uninterruptible power supply (UPS) providing battery-assisted AC continuity and surge protection for desktops, networking equipment, storage devices, and other essential electronics during utility power disturbances. It's installed by IT technicians, home office administrators, and small business support teams where managed shutdown capability and protection against voltage events are required.
Rated at 1050 VA / 600 W, this UPS uses passive standby topology with a stepped approximation to sine wave output. When mains power falls outside acceptable limits, the unit switches to battery support with typical transfer times under 6 ms, helping prevent data loss and unexpected shutdowns.
Outlets are segmented between six battery-backup plus surge-protected receptacles and two surge-only receptacles, enabling critical loads to maintain runtime while non-critical loads are protected against transient events without drawing on the battery.
Integrated USB-A and USB-C charging ports provide auxiliary 5 V DC output for mobile device power without affecting UPS runtime capacity. The internal sealed lead-acid battery is user-replaceable, and recharge after a full discharge typically requires about 10 hours.
This UPS is a compact, floor or desk-mount tower and must remain connected to mains AC to charge its battery and provide regulated output. It does not generate power independently and is intended for indoor use where transient voltage protection and short-term backup are needed.
Key Features
• 1050 VA / 600 W standby UPS with fast automatic transfer (< 6 ms)
• 6 battery-backup + surge outlets, 2 surge-only outlets
• Dual USB-A and USB-C charging ports (5 V DC, 3 A shared)
• Maintenance-free sealed lead-acid battery with ~10 h recharge
• User-replaceable battery cartridge (APCRBC164 compatible)
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
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| Brand | APC by Schneider Electric |
| Part Number | BE1050G3 |
| Product Type | Standby UPS Battery Backup |
| Rated Capacity | 1050 VA / 600 W |
| Topology | Standby (offline) |
| Output Waveform | Stepped approximation to sine wave |
| Input Voltage | 120 V AC nominal |
| Output Voltage | 120 V AC nominal |
| Frequency | 50 / 60 Hz auto-sensing |
| Outlets | 6× NEMA 5-15R (battery + surge), 2× NEMA 5-15R (surge only) |
| USB Ports | 1× USB-A + 1× USB-C (5 V DC, 3 A) |
| Transfer Time | < 6 ms typical |
| Battery Type | Sealed lead-acid, maintenance-free |
| Battery Recharge Time | ~10 hours |
| Replacement Battery | APCRBC164 |
| Surge Energy Rating | ~490 J |
| Operating Temp | 0 - 40 °C |
| Operating Humidity | 0 - 90 % non-condensing |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | ~318 × 90 × 167 mm |
| Weight | ~9.5 lb (4.3 kg) |
