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The APC Back-UPS Connect CP12036LI is a compact 12V DC UPS delivering 36 watts of lithium-ion powered backup for routers, smart home controllers, and networking devices. With up to 4 hours of runtime, 3 versatile DC tips for broad compatibility, and a durable battery lifespan of up to 10 years, it ensures your critical devices stay online during outages. Its smart LED indicators and sleek design make it the must-have power companion for the modern connected professional.








| ASIN | B0CJ5D89Z9 |
| Amperage | 3 |
| Battery Average Life | 4 Hours |
| Battery Cell Type | Lithium Ion |
| Battery Charge Time | 12 Hours |
| Battery cell composition | Lithium Ion |
| Best Sellers Rank | 2,269 in Computers & Accessories ( See Top 100 in Computers & Accessories ) 12 in Computer Uninterruptible Power Supply Units |
| Box Contents | Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) |
| Brand | APC |
| Brand Name | APC |
| Colour | White |
| Connector Type | DC tips (C5, C6, C7) |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.2 out of 5 stars 506 Reviews |
| Enclosure Material | Plastic |
| Form Factor | Rack |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00731304632399 |
| Input Voltage | 12 Volts (DC) |
| Item Dimensions | 10.9 x 9.9 x 2.5 centimetres |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15D x 15W x 2.5H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 300 Grams |
| Manufacturer | APC by Schneider Electric |
| Manufacturer Part Number | CP12036LI |
| Material | Plastic |
| Maximum Power | 36 Watts |
| Model Number | CP12036LI |
| Number of Outlets | 1 |
| Output Current | 3 Amps |
| Output Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Output Wattage | 36 |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Product Warranty | 2 years |
| Product dimensions | 15D x 15W x 2.5H centimetres |
| Runtime | 4 hours |
| Specification Met | CE |
| UPC | 731304632399 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |
| Voltage | 12 Volts |
| Wattage | 36 watts |
J**Y
Keeps wifi going when the power is off
This little UPS keeps my broadband router/modem and hence wifi going when the power is off for anything up to several hours.
C**N
Excellent product but may need additional connector ends/tips.
Excellent product for router - gives good emergency cover for power-cuts or spikes. Looks smart and is quite discrete. One star off for limited (two) conversion tips for plugging the UPS into the router - these did not work with a BT Hub. Not a major problem: I had to buy a cheap set of a dozen different converter ends to get one that fitted. But it might encourage a user to try and force a connection or hack on which could damage the modem/ router.
P**H
Plug and Play
As advertised: Supports a recent-model Openreach ONT no problem, ran for over an hour and went about 30% discharged (ish). Installation quick, plug-and-play, with the supplied yellow tip adapters. Cable on the unit, though not shown in the pictures, is plenty long enough!
K**.
It works but for stronger hardware check the power output required & make sure this can provide it.
Why did you choose this product over others?: I got this to keep my network up in the event of a powercut as we were having a large amount in our area at the time. (one for this my router and one for the cityfiber box, and a larger UPS for my PC and Server) with my router of the time (FRITZ!Box 7530 AX) being powered and working fine, Sadly for me, Ill need to change one of these out as I brought a new router (Ubiquiti Cloud Gateway Fiber) and this doesnt provide enough power output to run it. it works well, but before you buy one you might want to check the power draw required to run whatever you are buying it for if it's a little bit power hungry. recently during the heatwave, a family member unplugged the CityFiber box to plug in a fan, we only noticed it had been unplugged a few hours later when the internet suddenly stopped working, gave us a laugh when we noticed, it held up for a good bit so overall I would recommend.
B**Y
Potentially very useful
Often very good, but doesn't have enough tolerance of slight under-voltage and doesn't come with enough different DC connector adaptor tips. Many common 12V power supplies aren't directly compatible, so many customers are returning this product - although I advise buying your own adaptors. Anyway I get nearly two hours of battery backup for my router with one of these, and I have four more for other devices. May be safer than alternatives thanks to Schneider Electric's involvement. Safety is particularly important when lithium-ion batteries are involved.
F**0
No power supply provided.
Works as stated on the box although not yet tested how long it can power a wifi mesh setup node yet? The only down side is there is no power supply provided, you are meant to use an existing one from the device you are backing up!
H**7
Home user market item
Consumer grade detritus from well known enterprise level brand. What's going on here? Device not compatible with router due to the barrel connectors provided being too small. Instead, using it elsewhere. Flimsy construction compared with enterprise level products from the same manufacturer.
S**E
Almost ideal, just missing a few features
Other than the Eaton3s mini, this Schneider APC CP12036Li is the only other widely recognised make of mini DC UPS being sold on Amazon and as such its a welcome addition to a market place full of transient clone-like products from short lived suppliers. With the planned withdrawal of the UK PSTN by the end of 2025 and the ongoing switchover to VoiP many more people will come to recognise the value in adding a battery backup to their routers. Given the importance of product safety when relying upon li-ion cells, its good to see a few established UPS manufacturers offering these small domestic products. The UPS doesn't come with an AC/DC adapter its assumed that it will be connected in-line with the one already powering the router etc. The guidance indicates the UPS can deliver 3A/36W. With around 22Wh of tested usable capacity this UPS should run a typical domestic router for between 2 and 3 hours, most routers seem to use between 6-10Watts. In the event of an extended power cut the device has a simple soft On/Off button, allowing it to be shutdown and restarted as needed. There is no audible warning to indicate an input power failure, the On/Off button just has an LED which flashes to indicate the UPS is discharging its battery. The battery max recharging current is <400mA, which means the AC/DC adaptor you use has to have around 5W of headroom to safely supply the UPS and the device it normally plugs into. The documentation doesn't make this point clearly enough in my view. If in doubt about how many Watts you router is really using then it makes sense to measure it and then decide if the existing AC/DC adapter is up to the small additional load. The unit itself is a solid performer with good voltage regulation across the discharge cycle and across different load. The output voltage held steady at 11.2Volts even @3amps. One observation is that APC used to sell a much larger capacity version of a similarly styled UPS; I still use a CP12142LI and nearly 5 years on it is still protecting my gateway router from regular power cuts; sadly they stopped making it a few years back. This new mini UPS is a good solution which could have been better if they had kept some of the features in the previous model, specifically capacity, audible warning, wall mounts. The price is also on the slightly high side, but you are paying for the name and all the safety, certification that goes with it.
M**R
Fonctionne bien mais cher pour le niveau de performance fourni
Concept et conception générale du produit intéressant. Utilisé comme UPS avec une caméra de surveillance. Plug and play. Différents connecteurs 12V fournis (moi je n'en ai pas eu besoin) Le bémol : performance limite en cas de rupture de courant. D'après les calculs par rapport aux specs de la caméra devrait tenir quand même sensiblement plus longtemps. Donc un rapport prix/performance quand même défavorable.
M**O
una UPS finalmente adatta alle necessita' di un modem-router
conforme alle aspettative, si puo' collegare da subito, e dopo una notte e' completamente carico. Ho sostituito una unita' UPS che occupava lo spazio di un ferro da stiro a caldaia! Vediamo quale sara' la durata delle batterie, ma per adesso ottimo prodotto
O**G
Perfekt for my stupid router!
I had issues with my router at my summer house. Whenever there was a power outage, the internet would go down, and the router couldn’t reboot on its own. With this little device, shorter power outages are no longer a problem. A few adapters are included to make the connections fit. I’m very satisfied!
M**G
Works great for Australian Arris NBN HFC modem
This is pretty much plug and play for a typical Australian NBN HFC Modem. You just put this between your existing power adapter and the modem - the standard plug size is 2.5mm barrel type DC connector - but they include two other size options if you need them. Installs in seconds and just works. I tested a full charge and got 90 minutes of use on my modem before it reached 1/2 power remaining - I would guess it could run the modem close to 3 hours. Why not 5 stars? because the price is too high by 2x. This little DC UPS costs more than a 4 plug AC UPS which granted is far less efficient and makes a bunch of heat, but the AC UPS can serve many devices. So you only want one of these if for some reason you don't want a standard AC UPS - in my application I have a small enclosed network shelf in a closet and it heats up too much with an AC UPS in it - so I bought this. If they cost half as much I'd buy more and use them for routers, security devices, etc. I paid 113 AUD, and got it within 2 days free delivery.
P**9
Onduleur compacte et efficace
Onduleur de petite taille, plusieurs adaptateurs fournis. Utilisé pour pallier aux coupures de courant, pour ma LiveBox S. Chauffe très peu, voyant de charge. Basse consommation en maintien de charge. Autonomie environ 2h. Relais transparent, pas de latence.
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