APC Back-ups 120V 1050VA 8 Outlets - BE1050G3

APC by Schneider Electric BE1050G3 Standby UPS, 1050VA/600W, 8-Outlet Power Protection

The BE1050G3 is a 1050VA / 600W standby UPS that gives small security installations and IT closets a reliable power backstop without the cost or footprint of a rack-mount or double-conversion unit. Eight NEMA 5-15R outlets cover a PoE switch, NVR, access control panel, and workstation from a single protected source — the kind of load mix that defines a compact surveillance deployment. Browse the full UPS systems and power protection catalog to compare capacity tiers and topologies side by side.

Key Features

• 1050VA / 600W output capacity: Enough headroom to simultaneously carry a mid-size PoE network switch, a standalone NVR, and an access control head-end — keeping critical security gear alive when utility power drops.
• Eight NEMA 5-15R outlets: Eight standard 120V receptacles eliminate the need for outlet strips or splitters. Connect locally-powered cameras, recording equipment, switches, and a monitoring workstation from one unit.
• 490-joule surge energy rating: Absorbs substantial voltage spikes before they reach sensitive electronics — relevant in commercial buildings where HVAC compressors, elevators, and industrial loads induce transients on shared branch circuits.
• 10 ms transfer to battery: Switches fast enough that most NVRs, switches, and access control panels will not register a power event, avoiding dropped recording sessions, NVR reboots, or access control lock-outs during brief outages.
• Standby (offline) topology: Under normal conditions the load runs directly off utility power, which eliminates conversion losses and keeps operating heat low — an efficient choice for environments where battery events are infrequent.
• Pseudo sine wave output on battery: Compatible with the switched-mode power supplies used in the majority of NVRs, PoE switches, and IP camera local power injectors. Not a pure sine wave unit — see the Integration section for load considerations.
• 120V / 50–60 Hz input and output: Standard North American plug-and-play — NEMA 5-15P input to a standard 120V wall circuit, no step-down transformer or frequency converter required for domestic installations.
• Dual audible alarms — on-battery and low-battery: Local audio alerts notify on-site staff the moment utility power fails, then again when battery reserve nears depletion, providing a timed window to initiate orderly shutdowns before equipment loses power entirely.
• 45 dB operating noise: Low enough for office equipment closets, reception areas, and open work areas where persistent fan or transformer noise would become a daily complaint.
• 19.25 BTU/h heat dissipation: Minimal thermal output means no special ventilation budget required. The unit sits comfortably in a standard wiring closet without meaningfully raising ambient temperature.

Integration & Compatibility

The BE1050G3 is sized for the power loads common in small-to-mid security installations. A typical deployment pairs it with a PoE switch driving a cluster of IP cameras, a compact NVR for local recording, and an access control panel — a combined load that generally falls well within the 600W continuous output budget. The NEMA 5-15P input and eight NEMA 5-15R receptacles integrate with standard off-the-shelf equipment without adapters or custom wiring.

The pseudo sine wave output on battery is compatible with switched-mode power supplies found in most current-generation NVRs, PoE switches, and IP camera power injectors. If any connected device uses an active PFC (power factor corrected) power supply, verify the manufacturer's UPS compatibility note — some active PFC designs are sensitive to non-sinusoidal waveforms under certain load conditions. For higher-capacity or pure sine wave options, see the full APC by Schneider Electric power protection line.

This unit accepts 120V input only. It is not suitable for 230V international installations without a separate step-down transformer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What waveform does the BE1050G3 output when running on battery?

A: The BE1050G3 outputs a pseudo sine wave when on battery. This is compatible with the switched-mode power supplies used in most NVRs, PoE switches, and IP camera equipment. It does not output a pure sine wave.

Q: How many outlets does the BE1050G3 have, and what type are they?

A: The BE1050G3 provides eight NEMA 5-15R outlets — standard 120V three-prong receptacles. The unit connects to the wall via a NEMA 5-15P plug.

Q: How fast does the BE1050G3 switch to battery during a power outage?

A: Transfer time to battery is 10 milliseconds. Most NVRs, PoE switches, and access control panels will sustain operation through a 10 ms gap without rebooting or dropping active sessions.

Q: Is the BE1050G3 compatible with PoE switches and NVRs?

A: Yes, for equipment with standard switched-mode power supplies. The 600W continuous output provides capacity for a typical PoE switch and NVR alongside additional peripherals. Confirm your total load stays within 600W when sizing the installation.

Q: What audible alerts does the BE1050G3 provide?

A: The unit produces two audible alarms: one activates when it transfers to battery, and a second sounds when the battery reaches a low-charge threshold — giving on-site staff time to respond before equipment shuts down.

Q: What is the surge energy rating of the BE1050G3?

A: The BE1050G3 carries a 490-joule surge energy rating, providing absorption capacity for voltage spikes from lightning, utility switching events, and load-switching transients common in commercial electrical environments.

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When customers ask me what UPS to put behind a small surveillance closet, the BE1050G3 comes up early. The 10 ms transfer time is the number that matters — NVRs and PoE switches will ride through that gap without logging a power event, which means no dropped footage, no reboots, and no frantic call from the site manager at 2 AM.

Technical Highlights:

• 490 J surge rating: Commercial buildings are hard on power quality — HVAC compressors and elevator motor starts inject transients that wear on switch and NVR power supplies over time. 490 joules is a meaningful cushion for equipment that runs 24/7.
• Eight NEMA 5-15R outlets: One unit covers the full edge stack — PoE switch, NVR, access panel, and a monitoring station — without outlet strips daisy-chaining off the protected load, which defeats the purpose.
• 45 dB noise floor: At 45 dB this unit is quiet enough for a front-desk wiring closet or a small server room shared with an office. Audible alarms still cut through clearly when a power event happens.

Deployment Considerations:

• Size your total protected load against the 600W continuous output — use each device's maximum rated draw, not idle draw. A PoE switch at full port utilization can consume significantly more than its standby figure.
• The pseudo sine wave is fine for virtually all commercial NVRs and switches, but if a specific NVR manufacturer explicitly requires pure sine wave input in their UPS compatibility documentation, this model is not the right fit — step up to a line-interactive pure sine unit in that case.

For a retail branch or small office running six to eight IP cameras through a single PoE switch and a compact NVR, the BE1050G3 delivers the right capacity and outlet count in a quiet, low-heat package — exactly the profile this model handles well.