Manufacturer | APC |
Product Name | APC SMART-UPS 1500VA LCD 120V Tower Line-Interactive UPS |
Model | SMT1500CUS |
Power / Device Type | UPS |
Form Factor | Tower |
UPS Technology | Line-interactive |
Output Power Capacity (W) | 1000 Watt |
Output Power Capacity (VA) | 1440 VA |
Waveform Type | Pure sine wave |
Battery Type | Lead-acid |
Battery Technology | Lead-acid |
Color | Black |
Enclosure Type | Tower |
LCD Display | Yes |
Surge Protection | Included |
Warranty | 3 years |
APC SMART-UPS 1500VA LCD 120V Tower Line-Interactive UPS

Key Benefits

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- Ideal for mission-critical IT environments requiring 1000W pure sine wave backup
- TAA compliance and U.S. manufacturing support government and enterprise procurement standards
- SmartConnect and SmartSlot interfaces provide scalable monitoring for remote management
Product Overview
The APC SMART-UPS 1500VA LCD 120V US (SMT1500CUS) is a line-interactive UPS delivering 1000W / 1440VA of reliable power protection. Designed in a tower form factor with pure sine wave output, it supports critical IT applications with surge protection, 8 NEMA 5-15R output connectors, SmartSlot, and SmartConnect remote management capabilities. Manufactured in the USA, compliant with TAA, RoHS, and ENERGY STAR standards, and backed by a 3-year warranty, this UPS ensures robust performance and operational continuity.
Specifications
Product Overview
Power Requirements
Input Voltage | 120V |
Output Voltage | 120V |
Input Frequency | 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz |
Output Frequency (sync to mains) | 50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz |
Power Factor | 0.7 |
Efficiency at Full Load | 97% |
Compliance & Origin
Country of Origin | United States |
TAA Compliant | Yes |
RoHS Compliant | Yes |
ENERGY STAR Certified | Yes |
Certifications | UL 1778, FCC Part 15 Class A, CSA, NOM |
Advanced Security Features
Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) | Yes |
Data Line Protection | RJ-45 for Network/Fax/Modem |
Overload Protection | Yes |
Short Circuit Protection | Yes |
Interfaces
Input Connector Type | NEMA 5-15P |
Output Connector Type | 8 x NEMA 5-15R |
Total Output Receptacles | 8 |
SmartSlot Expansion Slot | Yes |
USB Port | Yes |
Serial Port | Yes |
Network Management Port | RJ-45 (via SmartConnect) |
Physical & Environmental
Width | 6.7 in |
Depth | 17.3 in |
Height | 8.6 in |
Weight | 53.0 lbs |
Operating Temperature | 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C) |
Storage Temperature | 5°F to 113°F (-15°C to 45°C) |
Relative Humidity (Operating) | 0% to 95% non-condensing |
Operating Elevation | Up to 10,000 ft (3000 m) |
Audible Noise at 1m | 45 dBA |
Cloud Management & Licensing
Cloud-Based Monitoring | APC SmartConnect |
Management Interface | Web portal via SmartConnect or optional Network Management Card |
Remote Management Capable | Yes |
Licensing Requirement | SmartConnect included with no license fees |