The BK500 is a APC ups part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship in 1–3 business days if in stock.
How fast does the BK500 ship?
Pro Disk Network usually dispatches the BK500 in 1–3 business days. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
The BK500 is deployed by US enterprises, MSPs, government, and education customers across multiple infrastructure scenarios. Below are the most common deployment patterns Pro Disk Network sees in real-world orders.
Branch UPS — Office or remote site UPS. 1500–3000 VA covers most server-rack mini-deployments with 5–15 minute runtime.
Datacenter UPS Module — Online double-conversion UPS for production server rooms. Match VA rating to total connected load + 30% headroom.
Telco / Battery Backup — DC-powered batteries for telco-class equipment, ISP CPE, and outdoor cabinets. Confirm voltage (-48 V vs +12/24 V).
What is the BK500?
The BK500 is a APC rack-mount UPS device, manufactured by APC. Pro Disk Network ships this part new and certified-refurbished from our US warehouse with dispatch in 1–3 business days, backed by a 30-day return guarantee.
Pros & Cons of BK500
Pros
Wattage clearly labelled for sizing against connected load
Cons
Server-grade PSU — not for desktop or workstation use
Higher in-rush current — confirm UPS sizing
Frequently Asked Questions about BK500
Is the BK500 a genuine APC part?
Yes. Pro Disk Network sources every BK500 as factory-original APC inventory. New units arrive sealed in OEM packaging; refurbished units are pulled from decommissioned APC servers, surface-tested, and re-warranted by Pro Disk Network for 90 days.
Will the BK500 fit my system?
The BK500 is a APC ups part. Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with your system make, model, and serial number - we will confirm compatibility and ship in 1–3 business days if in stock.
How fast does the BK500 ship?
Pro Disk Network usually dispatches the BK500 in 1–3 business days. Multi-pallet projects requiring crating ship within 2 business days. International shipping (Canada, Mexico, EU, APAC) takes 3-7 business days via DHL Express or FedEx International Priority.
What is the warranty on the BK500?
New BK500 units carry the full APC manufacturer warranty (typically 1 to 5 years depending on product line). Refurbished and bulk-OEM units include a Pro Disk Network advance-replacement warranty (90 days refurbished). DOA replacement is free within 30 days of receipt.
Do you offer bulk pricing for the BK500?
Email sales@prodisknetwork.com with the quantity and target ship date for a quote within one business day.
PSU Sizing: Connected Load, Efficiency Curves, and N+1 Redundancy
For racks with shared PDUs, plan PDU capacity at 80% of breaker rating, not 100%. A 30A PDU should carry no more than 24A sustained. Distribute high-power chassis across multiple PDUs in dual-feed racks so a single PDU failure does not exceed the survivor's headroom.
AC Input, Phase Balancing, and Datacentre Power Best Practices
The BK500 accepts a defined AC voltage range, typically 100-240V or 200-240V for high-output server PSUs. Higher voltage = higher efficiency: a server PSU at 240V input runs 1-2% more efficient than the same PSU at 120V. In datacentres with 208V three-phase, balance loads across the three phases to avoid neutral saturation and reduce harmonic distortion on the upstream UPS.