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APC APCRBC116 Replacement Battery Cartridge #116

APC APCRBC116 Replacement Battery Cartridge #116

The APC APCRBC116 is a genuine replacement battery cartridge designed for compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive systems. Featuring a lead-acid battery configuration and a fully assembled, enclosed cartridge design, it provides a convenient solution for restoring UPS battery performance and extending the service life of supported APC UPS systems.

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Description

The APC APCRBC116 Replacement Battery Cartridge #116 is a genuine APC battery replacement designed to help restore dependable battery backup performance in compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive UPS systems.

As an original APC Replacement Battery Cartridge (RBC), the APCRBC116 is engineered and tested for compatibility with the specific APC UPS systems for which it is designed. The cartridge is supplied as a fully assembled, enclosed battery module, simplifying replacement compared with installing individual battery cells.

Replacing an aging UPS battery can help restore expected backup capability and extend the useful operating life of the UPS, making the APCRBC116 a practical choice for businesses, server rooms, network installations, and other environments where dependable power protection is important.

Key Features

  • Brand: APC by Schneider Electric
  • Part Number: APCRBC116
  • Product Type: Replacement Battery Cartridge
  • Battery Chemistry: Lead-acid
  • Battery Configuration: Enclosed replacement cartridge
  • Battery Voltage: 48 V system configuration
  • Replacement Quantity: 1 cartridge
  • Application: Compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive systems
  • Installation: Fully assembled cartridge designed for replacement
  • Mounting: Enclosed battery cartridge; not rack-mountable
  • Designed to: Restore UPS battery backup capability and extend UPS service life
  • Genuine APC replacement: Designed and tested for compatibility with supported APC UPS systems

Genuine APC Replacement Battery

The APCRBC116 is an APC Replacement Battery Cartridge (RBC) intended specifically for compatible APC UPS systems.

Using the correct APC replacement cartridge helps ensure that the battery configuration matches the UPS’s electrical and physical requirements. APC states that its genuine RBC products are tested and certified for compatibility with the specific APC UPS systems they support.

For organizations that rely on UPS systems to protect servers, networking equipment, storage devices, telecommunications equipment, and other critical electronics, using the correct replacement battery is an important part of maintaining reliable power protection.

Lead-Acid Battery Technology

The APCRBC116 uses lead-acid battery technology, a proven battery chemistry widely used in UPS applications.

Lead-acid technology provides a practical combination of dependable backup performance, established UPS compatibility, and predictable maintenance requirements.

APC identifies the APCRBC116 as a lead-acid replacement battery cartridge and specifies it for compatible Smart-UPS X Line Interactive systems.

Fully Assembled Cartridge

The APCRBC116 is supplied as an enclosed, fully assembled battery cartridge.

This design simplifies the replacement process by providing the battery assembly as a complete module rather than requiring the user to assemble individual batteries.

A complete replacement cartridge can help reduce installation time and minimize the complexity associated with replacing individual internal battery components.

Designed for UPS Battery Replacement

UPS batteries naturally lose capacity over time. When a UPS battery reaches the end of its useful service life, symptoms can include reduced runtime or the need for more frequent battery replacement alerts.

The APCRBC116 provides a straightforward replacement option for supported APC UPS systems, helping users restore the UPS’s battery backup capability without replacing the entire UPS.

APC states that its RBC batteries typically have a three- to five-year lifetime, depending on operating conditions and usage.

48V Battery Configuration

APC’s product specifications identify the APCRBC116 as a 48V replacement battery cartridge. The cartridge contains the appropriate battery configuration for the compatible UPS platform rather than functioning as a generic standalone 12V battery.

Important: Always verify the exact UPS model and replacement-battery requirement before ordering. The APCRBC116 should only be installed in UPS systems specified as compatible with this cartridge.

Physical Specifications

The APCRBC116 has a compact enclosed cartridge design suitable for internal UPS installation.

According to APC’s product documentation, the cartridge measures approximately:

  • Height: 8.9 cm
  • Width: 16.5 cm
  • Depth: 41.9 cm
  • Net Weight: Approximately 10.45 kg
  • Color: Black
  • Mounting: Enclosed battery cartridge
  • Rack Mountable: No

Environmental Specifications

The APCRBC116 is designed for operation in typical UPS environments.

APC documentation specifies:

  • Operating temperature: 0°C to 40°C
  • Storage temperature: -15°C to 45°C
  • Operating humidity: 0–95%
  • Operating altitude: Up to 10,000 ft

For optimum battery life, the cartridge should be installed and operated within the environmental conditions specified by APC.

Ideal Applications

The APC APCRBC116 is suitable for organizations and applications requiring replacement batteries for compatible APC UPS systems, including:

  • Business IT environments
  • Server rooms
  • Network infrastructure
  • Data centers
  • Telecommunications installations
  • Security systems
  • Storage environments
  • Point-of-sale systems
  • Office IT equipment
  • Critical electronic equipment
  • Industrial and commercial UPS installations

Benefits

Genuine APC Compatibility

Designed specifically as an APC Replacement Battery Cartridge for supported UPS systems.

Convenient Replacement

The fully assembled cartridge simplifies UPS battery replacement.

Restores Backup Performance

Replacing an aging battery can help restore the UPS’s ability to provide battery backup during power interruptions.

Extends UPS Service Life

Replacing the battery rather than the entire UPS can provide a cost-effective way to extend the useful life of compatible equipment.

Proven Lead-Acid Technology

Uses lead-acid battery technology designed for UPS applications.

Professional IT Infrastructure Solution

Well suited to business, network, server-room, and other environments where reliable UPS battery performance is important.

Technical Specifications

Specification Details
Brand APC by Schneider Electric
Part Number APCRBC116
Product Type Replacement Battery Cartridge
Battery Type Lead-Acid
Battery Voltage 48 V
Battery Location Internal
Replacement Quantity 1
Cartridge Design Enclosed / Fully Assembled
Color Black
Height 8.9 cm
Width 16.5 cm
Depth 41.9 cm
Net Weight 10.45 kg
Rack Mountable No
Operating Temperature 0°C to 40°C
Storage Temperature -15°C to 45°C
Operating Humidity 0–95%
Operating Altitude Up to 10,000 ft
Primary Application Compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive systems

Specifications are based on APC/Schneider Electric product documentation.

Warranty

The supplied product title references a 1-year warranty. However, APC/Schneider Electric’s current official product listing identifies the APCRBC116 with a 2-year warranty.

For your online store, list the warranty according to the warranty terms supplied with your actual inventory.

Compatibility Note

The APCRBC116 is intended for specific compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive models. Compatibility should be confirmed using the UPS model number before purchase.

This is particularly important because APC offers multiple replacement battery cartridge models with different voltage, physical dimensions, and electrical configurations.

Product Summary

The APC APCRBC116 Replacement Battery Cartridge #116 provides a genuine, fully assembled replacement battery solution for compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive UPS systems.

With its lead-acid battery technology, 48V configuration, enclosed cartridge construction, and APC-certified compatibility, it is designed to help restore dependable UPS battery performance and extend the service life of supported UPS equipment.

It is an excellent replacement solution for business IT infrastructure, servers, network equipment, telecommunications systems, data centers, and other critical applications where dependable UPS battery backup is essential.

Brand: APC by Schneider Electric
Part Number: APCRBC116
Type: Replacement Battery Cartridge
Battery Technology: Lead-Acid
Voltage: 48 V
Configuration: Fully Assembled Enclosed Cartridge
Application: Compatible APC Smart-UPS X Line Interactive UPS systems
Warranty: Verify against supplied inventory/warranty documentation