APC by Schneider Electric Back UPS PRO BN 1350VA 10 Outlets 2 USB Charging Ports AVR LCD - BN1350M2

APC by Schneider Electric BN1350M2 Back-UPS Pro 1350VA Line-Interactive UPS

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric BN1350M2 is a 1350VA / 810W line-interactive UPS built for small offices, network closets, and security infrastructure where a momentary power interruption can mean lost footage, dropped access control events, or corrupted NVR recordings. With automatic voltage regulation (AVR), 10 NEMA 5-15R outlets, a real-time LCD load display, and USB/serial management, the BN1350M2 covers the gap between basic surge strips and full online double-conversion units — at a cost and noise level that makes sense for edge deployments. Pair it with a network video recorder or small PoE switch and you get conditioned, battery-backed power without a dedicated UPS room.

Key Features

• 1350VA / 810W Load Capacity: Handles up to 810 true watts, which covers a mid-range NVR, a managed PoE switch, and one or two ancillary devices simultaneously. Know your load before you size — if your equipment nameplate totals exceed 810W, you need the next tier up.
• Line-Interactive Topology with AVR: The BN1350M2 corrects voltage sags and surges (88–139 VAC input range) without switching to battery. That matters in older commercial buildings where brownouts are common — AVR extends battery life by handling routine voltage fluctuations on utility power alone, reserving battery runtime for actual outages.
• 10 Outlets (6 Battery + Surge, 4 Surge-Only): The six battery-backed outlets protect your critical loads; the four surge-only outlets handle peripherals that can tolerate a shutdown. Two of the ten are transformer-spaced, accommodating wall-wart power adapters without blocking adjacent sockets — a detail that matters when you're powering multiple access control readers or IP intercoms.
• 1080 Joule Surge Protection: Adequate for workgroup-level protection against transient spikes. Not a substitute for a dedicated surge suppressor on high-value equipment in areas with frequent lightning activity.
• Simulated Sine Wave Output: The BN1350M2 outputs a simulated (stepped approximation) sine wave on battery — not a true sine wave. Most IT equipment with active PFC power supplies tolerates this, but verify with your specific hardware. Active PFC power supplies in some higher-end servers or workstations may behave poorly on simulated sine wave; when in doubt, test under load or select a pure sine wave UPS for those loads.
• 8–10 ms Transfer Time: Time from utility failure to battery output. Most IT equipment and NVRs tolerate this; double-check the hold-up time spec on your most sensitive device if you're running anything with tight power tolerances.
• LCD Load and Status Display: Shows load percentage, battery charge, and estimated runtime at a glance — no software required. Useful in a server closet where you want a quick visual on power health without pulling up a management dashboard.
• USB and Serial (RJ45) Communications: Enables graceful shutdown via PowerChute or compatible UPS management software. The serial port uses an RJ45 connector, so you'll need APC's serial cable (not a standard Ethernet cable) to connect to a legacy serial port. USB is the easier path for modern installs.
• Coax and RJ45 Data Line Protection: The BN1350M2 includes one coax in/out pass-through for cable or antenna protection and one RJ45 port for Ethernet/telephone line surge suppression — relevant in security installations where network cabling runs through the same conduit as power.
• Runtime: 10.4 Minutes at Half Load, 2.6 Minutes at Full Load: At full 810W draw, you have roughly 2.6 minutes — enough for an orderly shutdown or a brief outage, not long-duration backup. At half load (~405W), that extends to 10.4 minutes. Size your load accordingly. Replacement battery is APCRBC162.
• 45 dBA Noise Level: Audible in a quiet office environment. For deployments in open workspaces or conference rooms, factor this in. In a dedicated IDF closet, it's a non-issue.
• ENERGY STAR / cTUVus Certified: ENERGY STAR certification confirms the unit meets efficiency thresholds at idle and partial load. cTUVus marks it as safety-certified for North American deployments.

Integration & Compatibility

The BN1350M2 connects to a host system via USB (preferred) or serial RJ45 for graceful shutdown integration. APC's PowerChute Personal Edition software supports automated shutdown sequencing on power events. The NEMA 5-15P plug connects to any standard 120V 15A circuit; at 12A maximum draw, it leaves 3A headroom on a shared 15A circuit — though a dedicated circuit is preferred. The unit supports UPS and power backup integration with most NVR platforms that accept USB UPS signaling for clean shutdown. For network switch deployments, the RJ45 data line protection port adds a layer of transient suppression at the switch's uplink port. Refer to APC's PowerChute compatibility list to confirm your specific OS or NVR platform is supported before relying on automated shutdown.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the maximum load the BN1350M2 can support?

A: The BN1350M2 supports up to 810 watts (1350 VA). Running loads at or near this ceiling will result in very short battery runtime — approximately 2.6 minutes at full load. For longer runtime, keep connected loads at or below half capacity (around 405W).

Q: Does the BN1350M2 output a true sine wave on battery?

A: No. The BN1350M2 outputs a simulated (stepped) sine wave when running on battery. Most standard IT equipment and NVRs tolerate this without issue. However, equipment with active PFC power supplies may not operate optimally on simulated sine wave — verify compatibility with your specific hardware before deploying.

Q: What is the replacement battery for the BN1350M2?

A: The field-replaceable battery cartridge for the BN1350M2 is the APCRBC162. Battery recharge time after a full discharge is approximately 16 hours.

Q: How does the BN1350M2 communicate with a connected computer or NVR for graceful shutdown?

A: The BN1350M2 connects via USB (the simplest option for modern equipment) or via serial using an RJ45-to-serial cable. APC's PowerChute software uses this connection to trigger graceful system shutdown during extended outages. Note: the serial RJ45 port is not a standard Ethernet port and requires APC's specific serial cable.

Q: What certifications does the BN1350M2 carry?

A: The BN1350M2 is ENERGY STAR certified, FCC listed, cTUVus safety certified, and carries NOM certification. It does not carry NDAA Section 889 compliance markings based on available evidence — it is a power protection device, not network-connected hardware in the traditional sense.

Q: Can the BN1350M2 protect both coaxial and network data lines?

A: Yes. The BN1350M2 includes one coaxial pass-through (in/out) for cable or antenna line protection and one RJ45 port for Ethernet or telephone line transient suppression. Both are surge-rated, not battery-backed.

Marty Allison

The BN1350M2 fills a specific slot in security infrastructure deployments: it's the right size for an edge IDF closet running a small NVR, an 8-port PoE switch, and an access control panel — where you need conditioned power and a few minutes of runtime to ride out a brownout or initiate a clean shutdown, but a full rack-mount online UPS is overkill both in cost and in BTU output for the space.

Technical Highlights:

• AVR Without Battery Draw: The 88–139 VAC input range means the BN1350M2 corrects most building-level voltage sags on utility power, never touching the battery. That matters because every battery discharge cycle shortens lead-acid life — AVR is the primary life-extension mechanism on a line-interactive unit.
• Runtime Reality at Load: At full 810W, runtime is 2.6 minutes. That's a planning constraint, not a flaw — but integrators routinely overload this class of UPS and then wonder why it shuts down in 90 seconds. At half load (~405W), you get 10.4 minutes, which is workable for an orderly shutdown sequence on a 4–8 camera NVR.
• Simulated Sine Wave Caveat: The BN1350M2 uses simulated sine wave on battery. For the NVRs and managed switches that make up most security edge closets, this is fine. If you're also powering a workstation or server with a high-efficiency active PFC supply, test it — some will fault on stepped waveform under load.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 12A draw on a 120V/15A circuit, the BN1350M2 consumes 80% of a circuit's continuous-rated capacity on its own. Run it on a dedicated 15A or 20A circuit — don't share with lighting or HVAC loads.
• The 16-hour recharge time is a meaningful gap in protection after a full discharge. In deployments with frequent outages (construction zones, older commercial buildings), account for this — a partially charged battery is a shorter-runtime battery.

For a small-to-midsize security edge closet — 4–8 camera NVR, one managed PoE switch, one access control panel — the BN1350M2 at half load gives you over 10 minutes of runtime and steady conditioned voltage, which is exactly what that deployment scenario calls for.