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Using backup ups power supplies can be a life saver for anyone working on a workstation or a home computer, but the risk is still there if you wait too long to replace your RBC batteries. Replacing your batteries on a regular basis is probably the best advice we can give you, but this article, gives an insight as to how often and why your batteries need replacing as often as they do; after all you wouldn’t want them to run out just when you need them the most now would you. In short, using the warranty as a rough guideline can help ensure that your batteries remain fresh.

If you use a backup power supply that utilizes RBC11 batteries, it’s a good idea to replace them once a year.

You can never know how the long the lifespan of your battery actually is, and although they will probably last longer than a year, it is safe not to assume. Batteries can last anything between one and two years, but err on the side of safety when thinking about replacing them. You do not want your backup system to fail, just when you need it the most. Most battery retailers and manufacturers offer a one year warranty simply because one year is the maximum amount of time that you can safely rely on an RBC11 battery.

This can be compared to replacing batteries on a regular basis in your emergency flashlight. You might wish to assume that the batteries in your flashlight are in good working order, but what if they are not and then lightening strikes your generator. Protecting your power ware is very important.

Before buying your new RBC11 battery, make sure to take a look at your current battery and write down the specifications. The manufacturers website shape and size for your battery may be totally different than that stated on your unit. This is due to the fact that manufacturers have a habit of chaning the RBC11 specifications without noitce. Be careful of this when placing your order. The battery does not fit, is the most common complaint registered with battery retailers. This is probably due to the change in specifications which retailers do not tell us about. When this occurs, shipping the mismatched battery back to the retailer and buying the correct size is usually a responsibility given to the buyer, so make sure you’re not wasting postage and handling money by ordering the wrong size battery.

Safe battery disposal should also be looked for when you shop with any retailer. Your old battery cannot simply be put in the bin because it contains various acids and leads. When you are buying your battery, just check with the supplier to see if they have a disposal plan in place. Sometimes they allow you to send your old battery back to them in the box that your new battery came in. This will save you time if they do, as you will find yourself searching the phonebook otherwise.

Basically, and in conclusion, it’s really down to the simple fact that your batteries over time must remain fresh. APC batteries will, eventually, expire, so just make sure that you replace them before that happens, and not after. Your ups systems are an investment, so take note of the advice.