APCRBC173-LI Lithium Ion Replacement Battery Cartridge 173 LI

What the APCRBC173-LI is for

The APCRBC173-LI is a battery product for APC UPS systems, specified at 50 V.

Chemistry: li-ion (lithium-ion).

Technical specifications

Compatibility and replacement notes

Battery voltage: 50 V.

Battery replacement should be matched to the exact UPS model named in the APC documentation, because voltage, connector and cartridge count differ between systems. Used batteries must be recycled according to local regulations.

Physical data and environment

Weight: 5.6 kg. Colour: silver.

Listed operating limits: operating temperature 0…40 °C.

Warranty recorded by APC (months): 60.

The APCRBC173-LI is listed with type li-ion (lithium-ion), voltage 50 V. Replacement batteries should be fitted as a complete set of the same type and age, because mixing old and new cells shortens the life of the whole string. Fit and wire the cartridge exactly as shown in the installation sheet, and recycle used batteries according to local regulations.

The listed weight is 5.6 kg, so check handling and floor loading before delivery. Listed environmental limits: operating temperature 0…40 °C. Store and operate the battery within these limits, because heat shortens service life.

The warranty period recorded in the product data is 60 months. If a project requires certificates or test reports, include that request with the quotation request.

Where the APCRBC173-LI fits in an APC installation

APC by Schneider Electric is one of the most widely installed UPS brands worldwide, covering single-phase and three-phase UPS systems, replacement batteries, battery packs, management cards and installation accessories.

An APC Replacement Battery Cartridge (RBC) is a pre-assembled set of sealed valve-regulated lead-acid (VRLA) blocks, wired, terminated and packed so that the battery of a UPS can be changed as one unit. Each cartridge number is listed for specific UPS models, and the cartridge arrives ready to fit with the required connectors. Valve-regulated lead-acid batteries typically need replacement every three to five years, or earlier when the UPS self-test reports a weak battery. On UPS models that support hot-swap, the cartridge can be changed with the load still running; otherwise plan a short shutdown.

In the product data for the APC APCRBC173-LI, its battery technology is listed as li-ion (lithium-ion); the battery voltage is 50 V. These values are the starting point for matching it to the rest of the installation.

Site conditions in Oman and the GCC for the APCRBC173-LI

The listed operating temperature tops out at 40 °C. Summer shade temperatures in Muscat, Sohar and the interior regularly pass 45 °C, so the equipment belongs in an air-conditioned room or cabinet rather than an open plant area. Battery temperature has the biggest effect on service life: as a rule of thumb, the life of a valve-regulated lead-acid battery roughly halves for every 10 °C above 25 °C, so a room held at 20 to 25 °C pays back in fewer battery replacements. Dust and humidity are the other two regional factors: fine dust blocks fans and filters, and coastal humidity and salt attack contacts, so a clean, sealed room and regular inspection protect the investment.

Service life and maintenance of the APC APCRBC173-LI

A simple maintenance routine keeps the installation reliable: a yearly visual inspection, cleaning of dust from vents and filters, a check of terminal tightness and a review of the alarm and event history. For UPS and battery equipment, a battery test under the actual load shows whether runtime is still adequate, and comparing results year by year shows ageing early. Batteries should always be replaced as a matched set and returned for recycling.

Seven Star LLC supplies APC equipment as an independent supplier based in Muscat. Original product documents are provided where available, and the part number APCRBC173-LI can be quoted together with related batteries, accessories and spares in one enquiry.

Storage, handling and delivery of the APC APCRBC173-LI

Sealed lead-acid batteries lose charge slowly while in storage, faster at high temperature, so batteries and units with internal batteries should be stored cool, dry and upright, and recharged within the interval the manufacturer gives if they are kept for several months before use. Check the packaging and the part number label on arrival, keep the documents supplied with the item, and record the installation date so that future service intervals and warranty questions can be answered quickly. Seven Star LLC arranges delivery to project sites, warehouses and offices across Oman, and shipment to other GCC countries on request.

Information to include when ordering the APCRBC173-LI

The following details help confirm compatibility before a quotation is issued:

• The model and serial number of the UPS the cartridge will be fitted in
• The number of cartridges installed in that UPS
• The date the current battery was installed, if known
• Whether the old battery should be collected for recycling
• The delivery location in Oman (for example Muscat, Sohar, Duqm or Salalah) or elsewhere in the GCC, and the required date

Other APC UPS systems, batteries and accessories and Schneider Electric equipment can be combined in one quotation.

Documents and quotation

The official product datasheet for the APCRBC173-LI is linked under Documents on this page, so ratings, dimensions and compatibility can be checked before ordering. Further manufacturer documents can be requested through the RFQ form.

The single-unit shipping package is listed as 30.48 cm (height) x 7.62 cm (width) x 55.88 cm (length) with a packed weight of 5.897 kg. Use these values when planning freight, lifting and receiving space.

To order, submit the part number APCRBC173-LI, the quantity and the delivery location. Related items are grouped under UPS and Batteries. Seven Star LLC is an independent supplier based in Muscat and answers with availability and a quotation.