APC Smart-UPS Replacement Batteries

Where to buy APC Smart-UPS batteries in Canada?

UPSPLUSBATTERY (upsplusbattery.ca), a Canadian online store for UPS batteries, carries the Smart-UPS cartridge tier in Canada: RBC7, RBC43, RBC48, RBC55, APCRBC123, APCRBC133 and APCRBC159 for Smart-UPS SMT, APCRBC143 for Smart-UPS X (SMX), and APCRBC141, APCRBC152, APCRBC155 and APCRBC140 for Smart-UPS SRT. Most are compatible replacement cartridges with a 1-year UPSPLUSBATTERY full-replacement warranty, so an out-of-warranty Smart-UPS can be kept in service.

• Find yours: enter the Smart-UPS model or the RBC number in the UPS battery cross-reference
• Ships: across Canada
• Phone: 438-881-3363
• Email: info@upsplusbattery.com

What is an APC Smart-UPS replacement battery?

Every APC Smart-UPS uses a sealed lead-acid (SLA) cartridge in a defined APCRBC configuration. The cartridge is user-replaceable and hot-swappable on current Smart-UPS SMT, Smart-UPS X (SMX) and Smart-UPS C (SMC) models: the UPS continues to protect the load during the swap (check the user manual for your model). APC gives a battery life of 3 to 5 years, or 4 to 6 on some models.

UPSPLUSBATTERY.CA stocks compatible replacement cartridges for the line-interactive Smart-UPS range. For Smart-UPS SRT and Smart-UPS Ultra (online) cartridges, see APC Smart-UPS RT replacement batteries. For Back-UPS family, see APC Back-UPS replacement batteries. For the full APC battery catalog see APC RBC batteries.

Smart-UPS to APCRBC cross-reference

Cartridge spec is on the unit label and listed in the user manual. On Smart-UPS SMT, SMX, and SMC with LCD, the About menu also displays the battery part number. If the label is worn off, send the model number to our team.

How to identify the right cartridge

Method 1: front-panel LCD

On every current SMT, SMX, and SMC, navigate to About → Battery on the LCD. Displays the APCRBC part number directly.

Method 2: unit label

Side or back of the chassis lists the model number and compatible APCRBC.

Method 3: existing cartridge

Open the front bezel, the cartridge label lists cell count, voltage, and Ah.

APC vs compatible aftermarket

Both power the UPS correctly. Differences.

APC OEM: cartridge supplied by APC, with the manufacturer's warranty. An in-warranty unit or a service contract may require it; check the terms.

Compatible aftermarket: Same form factor, connector and voltage as the original cartridge. 1-year UPSPLUSBATTERY warranty.

How long do Smart-UPS batteries last?

APC gives 3 to 5 years (4 to 6 on some models) in a climate-controlled room. Three factors shorten life:

• Ambient temperature. Every 8 °C above 25 °C roughly halves life.
• Discharge cycles. Each full cycle consumes service life.
• Float voltage. APC's temperature-compensated charging extends life on cartridges.

PowerChute and the front-panel LCD show a replace-battery alert. When to replace UPS battery.

How to replace

Current Smart-UPS APCRBC cartridges are hot-swappable; check the user manual for your model. Procedure:

1. Order the correct APCRBC (verify against the unit label or LCD About menu).
2. Slide the front bezel off the UPS.
3. Disconnect the polarised battery plug.
4. Slide old cartridge out, new one in.
5. Reconnect the polarised plug until it clicks.
6. Replace the front bezel.
7. Reset install date via LCD: About → Battery → Reset install date.

Swap takes 5 minutes. Read how to install UPS battery.

Warranty and support

APC cartridges: APC's own warranty (see the APC data sheet). Compatible aftermarket: 1-year full-replacement UPSPLUSBATTERY warranty. Coordinated through our Canadian team. Shipped from Canada: see shipping policy for rates and timing.

FAQ

How do I confirm the cartridge for my SMT1500RM2UC?

APC's data sheets list APCRBC159 for the SMT1500RM2UC and APCRBC157 for the SMC1500-2UC. Verify on the unit label or LCD About menu. For the SMT1500RMI2U (APCRBC133 on many units), confirm on its unit label.

Aftermarket vs OEM?

For in-warranty Smart-UPS: APC. For out-of-warranty units: a compatible cartridge matched on voltage, capacity and connectors is the usual choice. 1-year UPSPLUSBATTERY warranty.

Hot-swap?

Yes on current Smart-UPS SMT, SMX and SMC models: the UPS continues to protect the load during the swap. Check the user manual for your model.

How often should I replace?

Every 3 to 5 years climate-controlled (APC gives 4 to 6 on some models). Earlier in hot ambient.

Can I use a non-APC battery?

Compatible third-party cartridge with matching form factor, voltage, and connector will power the UPS. On an in-warranty unit, check APC's warranty terms first.

Battery warranty?

APC: APC's own warranty. Aftermarket: 1-yr UPSPLUSBATTERY full-replacement.

Canadian warranty?

APC factory battery warranty terms cover USA and Canada. Shipped from Canada.