Product images are provided for reference and may not represent the exact model, configuration, or included components.

No Bots, Just Experts

Questions about this product? Free pre-sales support from a senior specialist — product questions, compatibility checks, BOM quotes, price confirmation — typically answered within one business day. Need camera placement or system design work? Engineering time is $175 per hour (qty 1 = 1 hour). Hardware buyers get up to one hour ($175) credited back on their order.

Description

APC by Schneider Electric RBC18 UPS Battery

Overview

The APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #18 (RBC18) is a sealed, maintenance-free, VRLA (Valve Regulated Lead Acid) battery designed to restore UPS power capacity. It provides the essential backup runtime required to safely shut down equipment during an outage, preventing data loss or corruption. This cartridge is engineered for specific APC Smart-UPS models, ensuring a direct fit and reliable performance without requiring specialized tools or technical expertise for installation.

Compatibility

This RBC18 cartridge is compatible with the following APC Smart-UPS product families: SMT, SMTL, and SMC series UPS units. It is specifically designed to replace the existing battery pack in these models, ensuring seamless integration and maintaining the original UPS performance specifications. Always verify your UPS model number against the APC compatibility matrix for this specific cartridge to confirm fitment.

Installation Notes

The RBC18 operates within a temperature range of 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) and can tolerate relative humidity from 0% to 95% non-condensing. Proper ventilation is recommended for optimal battery life. Dimensions are 35.6 mm (W) x 302.3 mm (D) x 101.6 mm (H). The total carbon footprint is 9.7 kg of CO2e.

Specifications
Battery technology: Sealed Lead Acid (VRLA)
Weight: 2.59 kg
Dimensions (WxDxH: 35.6 x 302.3 x 101.6 mm
Operating temperature (T-T: 0 - 40 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H: 0 - 95%
Harmonized System (HS) code: 85044095
Total carbon footprint (kg of CO2e: 9.7
Q&A
Reviews
Have Questions?

APC - APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #18 - UPS Battery Lead Acid - RBC18

$298.00
$200.99

RELATED PRODUCTS

Save $0.01
APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #5 - UPS Battery - Lead Acid - RBC5
Add to Cart The item has been added

APC by Schneider Electric RBC5

APC Replacement Battery Cartridge #5 - UPS Battery - Lead Acid - RBC5

Factory-new, genuine sealed lead acid (VRLA) replacement battery cartridge designed to restore runtime capacity in compatible APC UPS units that have

    Usually Ships in 2-3 Weeks Free shipping over $499
    $170.00 $169.99 Save $0.01
    The item has been added Add to quote
    $170.00 $169.99 Save $0.01
    Save $0.01 Add to cart Add to quote

    System Design, Deployment & Technical Support

    Support services and planning resources for commercial surveillance, access control, and infrastructure deployments.

    Fixed scope • Fixed price

    System Design Assistance

    • Get help validating product compatibility
    • Coverage requirements
    • Storage planning and deployment architecture before you buy.
    Request Design Help

    Deployment & Configuration Support

    • Access fixed-scope support for rollout planning
    • User setup guidance
    • Migration and system standardization across single-site or multi-site deployments
    View Support Services

    Guides, Tools & Calculators

    • PoE requirements
    • Storage retention
    • Camera selection and deployment methodology
    Open Technical Resources