The APC Easy UPS BV 650VA, AVR, Universal Outlet, 230V is a compact, line-interactive uninterruptible power supply tailored for safeguarding home offices, small servers, or essential electronics from erratic power in regions with frequent surges or outages. Offering 375W/650VA capacity, it integrates Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) to stabilize input voltages from 170V to 280V, boosting lows and trimming highs to deliver steady 230V output without tapping the battery, thereby conserving runtime for genuine blackouts. Its four transformer-block spaced universal outlets accommodate diverse plugs worldwide, including bulky adapters, while supporting cold-start functionality to power up devices sans mains electricity and a rapid 6-10ms transfer to battery mode. The sealed lead-acid battery (12V/7Ah) expects 3-5 years of service with hot-swappable replacement, paired with LED status lights and audible alerts for on-line, battery, overload, or low-battery conditions. With EMI/RFI noise filtering, 156 Joules surge protection, and a slim black tower form factor (9.25 x 16.5 x 30.5 cm, 4.5 kg) that mounts vertically, horizontally, or on walls via a 1.2m cord, this 50/60Hz auto-sensing unit ensures uninterrupted operation for routers, PCs, or NAS drives, blending affordability with robust reliability for critical connectivity.
Key Features
Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR)
The built-in AVR silently corrects voltage fluctuations between 170 V and 280 V without using the battery, protecting equipment from brownouts and overvoltages while dramatically extending battery life in areas with unstable power.
650 VA / 375 W Capacity with Universal Outlets
It delivers up to 375 watts of real power through four widely spaced universal sockets that accept almost any plug type worldwide, including large transformer blocks, making it perfect for routers, PCs, modems, and NAS devices.
Cold-Start and Hot-Swappable Battery
Power on the UPS and connected devices directly from battery even when mains power is completely absent, and replace the battery while the unit remains running—no need to shut down equipment or lose protection.
Fast 6–10 ms Transfer Time and Stepped Sine Wave
When mains power fails, it switches to battery in just 6–10 milliseconds with a stepped-approximation sine wave output that is fully compatible with modern active PFC power supplies found in most computers.
Compact, Flexible Installation
The slim tower design can stand upright, lie flat, or be wall-mounted, with a 1.2-meter input cord and simple LED indicators plus audible alarms for easy monitoring in any home or small-office environment.
What’s in the Box
- UPS unit
- Power cable
- User Manual
FAQs
How long will the APC Easy UPS BV 650VA run my devices during a power outage?
At full load (450 W), it provides about 4 minutes of runtime—enough to safely shut down a PC or NAS; at half load (225 W), such as a router + modem + small PC, it lasts around 20 minutes, giving ample time for work continuation or graceful shutdown.
Can I use it with active PFC power supplies (common in modern PCs)?
Yes, the stepped sine wave output is fully compatible with active PFC PSUs from brands like Corsair, Seasonic, or Dell/HP; users worldwide run gaming and office PCs without issues, though pure sine wave UPS units are slightly cleaner for very sensitive equipment.
Does the AVR really help in areas with frequent voltage drops?
Absolutely—in regions with brownouts (170–280 V range), the AVR corrects voltage without switching to battery, dramatically extending battery life and reducing wear; many users in Africa, India, and Southeast Asia report the battery staying at 100% most of the time despite daily fluctuations.
How do I replace the battery when it eventually dies?
The battery is hot-swappable: unplug the UPS, open the rear panel with a screwdriver, disconnect the old 12 V 7 Ah battery, connect the new one (widely available online), and you’re done—no downtime for connected equipment and no special tools required.
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