APC Back-UPS 1600VA, 230V, AVR, IEC Sockets (BX1600MI)
Key Features
Brand:APC
Output power capacity; 650 Watts / 1.2kVA
Output Connections; (6) IEC 60320 C13 (Battery Backup)
Nominal Output Voltage; 230V
Input Connections; IEC 60320 C14
Cord Length; 1.2meters
Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) which automatically steps up low voltage and steps down high voltage to levels that are suitable for your equipment.
Dataline surge protection provides protection of connected equipment from power surges on the data lines.
USB connection
APC Back-UPS 1600VA 230V with AVR and IEC Sockets (BX1600MI) Technical Guide
The APC Back-UPS BX1600MI is a reliable, high-performance line-interactive uninterruptible power supply (UPS) engineered to provide robust power backup and surge protection for home offices, desktop workstations, network routers, and retail point-of-sale (POS) terminals. Featuring an integrated Automatic Voltage Regulator, high-density battery cells, and standard IEC outlet sockets, this compact desktop console safeguards sensitive electronics from disruptive utility grid failures and dangerous voltage spikes. This comprehensive guide covers key product features, core technical specifications, and system installation steps.
The APC Back-UPS BX1600MI functions as a premium electrical shielding node optimized to buffer terminal equipment from sudden blackouts, brownouts, and over-voltage surges. Utilizing advanced line-interactive engineering, the system actively stabilizes fluctuating utility current without prematurely depleting the internal battery reserve, ensuring maximum runtime availability when a complete grid failure occurs. It features structured diagnostic audio signals, visual LED state trackers, and integrated data-line protection paths. For a detailed performance structural breakdown and troubleshooting configuration, review the full guide below.
Premium Design and Key Features
Advanced Line Interactive Topology with AVR
The core power management architecture runs on high-efficiency line-interactive mechanics backed by Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR). The internal transformer dynamically boosts low incoming brownout voltages and steps down high over-voltage spikes to deliver a steady 230V stream to your equipment. This active correction loop keeps your system powered safely by utility grid current alone, saving your battery reserves exclusively for absolute blackout events.
Comprehensive High Density IEC Outlet Matrix
The rear interface panel incorporates six standard IEC 320 C13 output sockets. Every single outlet is connected directly to both the battery backup inverter circuits and the heavy-duty surge suppression elements. This extensive array allows home office workers and IT administrators to secure desktop computer towers, network attached storage (NAS) arrays, external backup drives, and primary display monitors simultaneously on a single space-saving console.
Specialized Data Line Surge Suppression Paths
Beyond primary AC power outlets, the hardware features built-in network data-line protection tracking. A pair of integrated RJ-45 ports allows users to route standard Ethernet lines or analogue telephone wires through the internal suppression matrix. This extra shield block stops destructive transient voltages or lightning-induced back-door surges from traveling down network wires to fry sensitive motherboard network chips.
PowerChute Serial Smart Communication Interface
The switch frame houses a dedicated USB data link communication port designed to interface directly with personal computers. By downloading the official APC PowerChute Personal Edition utility software package, users can establish automated, unattended system shutdown scripts during extended grid failures, actively trace historical local grid quality metrics, and configure custom power preservation thresholds
Technical Specifications
- Apparent Output Capacity: 1600 Volt-Amps (VA) Performance Floor
- Actual Real Output Power: 900 Watts (W) Continuous True Power Capability
- Topology Sub-System: Line-Interactive Architecture with Integrated AVR
- Output Waveform Geometry: Stepped Approximation to a Sinewave
- Output Voltage Value: Default 230V Alternating Current (AC) Standard Delivery
- Input Voltage Spectrum: Wide 140V to 300V dynamic input tracking window
- Outbound Output Sockets: 6 x IEC 320 C13 distribution outlets (All with battery and surge protection)
- Input Connection Hook: Standard IEC 320 C14 input connector inlet socket
- Battery Cells Chemistry: Maintenance-Free Sealed Lead-Acid (VRLA) Battery with suspended electrolyte
- Data Line Protection: 1-in/1-out RJ-45 Gigabit network/telephone line port array
- Chassis Dimension Index: 190mm Height x 140mm Width x 390mm Depth; Weight: 10.3 Kilograms
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