APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #148
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION
APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #148 (APCRBC148) - 2 Years Local Warranty
The Genuine Cartridge for the Smart-UPS C 2000 VA Tower
The APCRBC148 is APC's factory replacement battery tray for the Smart-UPS C 2000 VA tower, the SMC2000I. Schneider Electric's product data sheet for that UPS names APCRBC148 as its replacement battery, quantity one, and the APC Smart-UPS C brochure carries the same pairing. On a 1300 W line-interactive unit protecting a small server stack, the battery is the component that quietly decides whether the next outage is a non-event or an unplanned shutdown.
Sized for the Singapore SME Server Cupboard
Singapore runs a 230 V / 50 Hz supply that is among the most reliable in the region, but the PUB grid still sees voltage dips during the monsoon storm season, and year-round humidity of 80% and above is hard on sealed lead-acid chemistry. A UPS battery in a Singapore comms cabinet or server room commonly reaches the end of its useful life sooner than the same battery would in a temperate climate, which is why a scheduled cartridge replacement matters more here than the calendar alone suggests.
Smart-UPS C units are the workhorse of the Singapore SME server cupboard and the small comms room — enough capacity for a couple of hosts, a switch stack and a firewall, with automatic voltage regulation that rides out the shallow dips a Singapore feeder sees without touching the battery at all. The cartridge is the one consumable in the unit, and it is the part that decides whether the UPS is still doing its job five years in.
One Cartridge, One UPS — and One Common Mistake
The APCRBC148 fits the tower SMC2000I. It does not fit the 2U rackmount SMC2000I-2U, even though a great many reseller listings pair them. Schneider's own data sheet for the SMC2000I-2U names a different cartridge entirely. Checking that one detail before you order is the difference between a fifteen-minute job and a return.
Assembled and Ready to Fit
The cartridge arrives complete, with its blocks and internal links made up and its connectors fitted, so the exchange is a slide-out, slide-in operation on the front of the unit. Supplied on a GST invoice with local Singapore warranty.
APCRBC148 Datasheet — Technical Specifications
General
| Product Type | APC Replacement Battery Cartridge (RBC) |
| Part Number (SKU) | APCRBC148 |
| APC Product Name | APC Replacement battery cartride #148 with 2 Year Warranty (Schneider's own spelling) |
| Brand | APC by Schneider Electric |
| Manufacturer Warranty | 2-Year Manufacturer Warranty (APC by Schneider Electric) |
| Warranty Coverage | Local Warranty (Singapore) |
| Total Lifecycle Carbon Footprint | 73 kg CO2 equivalent (total lifecycle, as published by Schneider Electric) |
Battery Specifications
| Battery Chemistry | Lead-acid battery (as stated by Schneider Electric) |
| Nominal Voltage | Not published at cartridge level — see the note below |
| Capacity (Ah) | Not published at cartridge level — Schneider's "20AH" figure is a per-block rating and is inconsistent with the published mass |
| Battery Blocks per String | Not published |
| Expected Service Life | Not published by Schneider Electric for this cartridge |
| Replacement Quantity per UPS | 1 cartridge (per the SMC2000I data sheet) |
Physical (manufacturer feed data — see the note in the Compatibility section)
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 83 x 216 x 343 mm |
| Package Dimensions (H x W x L) | 152 x 368 x 495 mm |
| Net Weight | approximately 10.0 kg |
| Shipping Weight | approximately 10.91 kg |
Environmental & Compliance
| Operating and Storage Conditions | Not published by Schneider Electric for this part number |
| Recycled Plastic Content | 15% minimum |
| Packaging | Made with recycled cardboard |
| Recyclability Potential | 1% |
Compatibility & Runtime
Confirmed fitment.
- SMC2000I — APC Smart-UPS C 2000 VA LCD 230 V, tower. Named as the replacement battery in Schneider Electric's product data sheet for that UPS, quantity 1, and confirmed independently in the APC Smart-UPS C brochure.
An explicit negative, because this one causes returns. The APCRBC148 does not fit the 2U rackmount SMC2000I-2U. Schneider's data sheet for that model names APCRBC133 instead. Numerous reseller listings pair the 148 with both the tower and the rackmount; Schneider's own documents do not, and Schneider wins.
Why no nominal voltage is shown. Schneider markets this cartridge with a "12V" figure. That cannot be the cartridge rating: this is the replacement tray for a 2 kVA-class or 3 kVA-class line-interactive UPS, a single 12 V block could not run that inverter, and the published net weight of about 10 kg is roughly four blocks rather than one. The 12 V figure is the rating of one block inside the tray. Four blocks would make 48 V, but no Schneider document states a cartridge-level voltage for this part, so we publish neither the misleading figure nor our own arithmetic. Order by part number and the cartridge is correct.
About the physical figures on this page. Schneider Electric publishes the same net weight of 10.0 kg, the same 83 x 216 x 343 mm tray and the same carton for APCRBC148, APCRBC150 and APCRBC151, while publishing different capacities for them. Three cartridges of different capacity cannot all weigh the same, so at least one of those records is a copy of another. Only the APCRBC150 figures are confirmed by a Schneider product data sheet. We publish the numbers for what they are worth as a planning guide — expect a package in the region of 10 kg — and we would rather tell you the record is shaky than present it as precise. If you need a certified weight for freight or for a tender, ask us and we will obtain it from the distributor.
Can I change it myself? The APCRBC148 ships fully assembled with its connectors fitted, so the physical exchange is a slide-out, slide-in operation and no tools are needed. Schneider Electric does not publish a statement for this part about whether it may be changed while the equipment is energised, so we do not make that claim. The installation guide packed in the box is the authority on whether the unit must be shut down first — read it before you start, and if you would rather not do it yourself we can arrange for it to be done.
Package Contents & Smart-UPS C Cartridge Ordering Information
In the box
- One replacement battery cartridge, fully assembled with its battery blocks and internal links fitted
- Battery connectors pre-fitted and ready to mate with the UPS harness
- APC installation instructions and battery recycling information
The UPS this cartridge serves, in the SourceIT catalogue
| SMC2000I | Smart-UPS C 2000 VA LCD 230 V tower — takes one APCRBC148 |
Smart-UPS C cartridges we stock
| APCRBC148 (this listing) | For the SMC2000I tower |
| APCRBC150 | For the SMC3000I tower |
| APCRBC151 | For the SMC3000RMI2U rackmount |
| APCRBC133 | For the SMC2000I-2U rackmount |
| APCRBC142 | For the SMC1000IC SmartConnect tower |
| RBC6 | For the SMC1500IC SmartConnect tower |
A word on weight. APC replacement battery cartridges range from about 2.5 kg for a single-block Back-UPS part to over 30 kg for a large Smart-UPS On-Line tray. The net weight in the specification table above is the figure to use when you plan handling, lift assistance and courier booking. A great many published weights for these parts, in reseller catalogues and in APC's own syndicated feed data, are badly out and usually far too low. Treat a weight you find elsewhere with suspicion, and if you need a certified figure for freight or for a lifting assessment, ask us.
Datasheet & Downloads
Official Schneider Electric references for the APCRBC148. Every link below was checked and resolves at the time of publication.
- Schneider Electric product page — APCRBC148 (Singapore region)
- Installation Guide APCRBC139J / APCRBC148 (Schneider Electric)
- Operation Manual — Smart-UPS C 1000/1500/2000/3000 VA, 120/230 Vac, Tower
- APC Replacement Battery Cartridge (RBC) Manual — covers many Back-UPS and Smart-UPS cartridges
- APC UPS Replacement Battery Cartridge Selector Tool (Schneider Electric)
- APCRBC and SYBT Lead-Acid Battery Safety Data Sheet
Why there are no direct PDF links here. Schneider Electric's public download host redirects between domains and has repeatedly returned a different cartridge's document than the one requested. Rather than publish a link that may hand you the wrong specification, we link the Schneider landing pages above, which are stable and always resolve to the correct document. If you need the PDF itself for a tender, a service contract or an audit file, email sales@sourceit.com.sg and we will send the current revision for your exact part number.
Frequently Asked Questions — APCRBC148
Does the APCRBC148 fit the rackmount SMC2000I-2U?
No. It is the cartridge for the SMC2000I tower only. Schneider's data sheet for the 2U rackmount SMC2000I-2U names APCRBC133. Many reseller listings claim the 148 fits both; Schneider's own documents contradict them, and this is a frequent cause of returns.
How do I know this is the right cartridge for my UPS?
Match the part number, not the shape. Several APC cartridges share an identical tray and identical external dimensions while carrying different cells, different voltages and different retention hardware, so measuring the old one tells you very little. Open the UPS battery compartment and read the label on the cartridge you are removing, or check your UPS model's documentation for the APC replacement battery part number it names. If the part number on your old cartridge reads APCRBC148, this is the one. If you are unsure, send us your UPS model and serial number and we will confirm it in writing before you order.
Why does this page not state a voltage or a capacity?
Because the figures Schneider publishes are per-block rather than per-cartridge, and they are mutually inconsistent with the published weight. Schneider markets this part as "12V 20AH" while publishing a 10 kg net weight and, separately, publishing the identical weight for two other cartridges with different capacities. We would rather show you an honest blank than a confident wrong number. Ordering is by part number and is unaffected.
Is the spelling on Schneider's website a typo?
It is Schneider's, not ours. The official product name reads "APC Replacement battery cartride #148", missing the g. It appears that way across several regional Schneider sites. If you are searching Schneider's own catalogue and the correctly spelled term returns nothing, that is why.
How long will the new cartridge last?
APC does not publish a service-life figure for every cartridge, and where it does the figure is a range rather than a promise, because sealed lead-acid life is driven by ambient temperature and by how often the battery is actually discharged. As a working rule for Singapore, a cartridge in an air-conditioned server room will outlast one in a warm riser or an unconditioned comms cabinet, and every sustained rise in operating temperature shortens the life meaningfully. Plan a replacement cycle rather than waiting for the UPS to report a failed battery during an outage.
Can I fit a bigger cartridge to get more runtime?
No. The cartridge is matched to the UPS charger and to the tray, and fitting anything other than the specified part risks both the UPS and the warranty. The Smart-UPS C 2000 VA tower does not accept an external battery pack, so if you need materially more runtime the answer is a different UPS class — typically a Smart-UPS On-Line SRT with extended-runtime packs. We can size that for you.
What do I do with the old cartridge?
Sealed lead-acid batteries must not go into general waste in Singapore. The cartridge is recyclable through the licensed waste-handling channels, and the box your replacement arrives in is designed to take the exhausted unit back out. Tell us when you order and we can arrange collection of the old cartridge with the delivery of the new one.
Does it come with a Singapore warranty and a GST invoice?
Yes. Every APCRBC148 cartridge sold by SourceIT comes with local Singapore warranty and a GST invoice; APC backs the APCRBC148 with a 2-year manufacturer warranty.
