Minuteman UPS - PRO-E Series Comparison

Since 1997, Minuteman's PRO Series UPSs have been a favorite among both integrators and users. The PRO-E Series offers enhanced features, including double boost and single buck Automatic Voltage Regulation, which compensates for a broad range of AC voltage situations such as brownouts and spikes.

The PRO-E also features more efficient hardware and larger battery capacity, allowing it to provide substantially longer runtimes than competitive models.

The PRO series is Minuteman's best-selling product line, with over 400,000 units sold. These models set the standard for complete power protection in a small package, and are perfect for telephone systems, security equipment, and network components where users demand more runtime and exceptional value.

a quick comparison of the PRO1500E and APC's SC1500:

mouse over feature for info	Minuteman PRO1500E	APC SC1500
Online Resale Price*	$231.17	$339.76
Watts Watts measure true power output, and therefore load capacity of the unit. PRO1500E supports 21% larger load than SC1500	1050	865
Power Factor Higher power factor means greater efficiency, and less power lost within the unit; reduces energy consumption and increases capacity of the unit	0.7	0.6
Installation Format Multiple mounting options allow installation in more environments; server racks, wall mounts, etc.	Tower	Rack / Tower
Warranty Minuteman's 3 year parts and labor warranty includes non-prorated battery coverage; provides complete protection should a problem occur	3 Years inc. battery	2 Years
Runtime at 860 Watt Load PRO1500E runtime provided at SC1500 full load of 860 watts for comparison; full load runtime for PRO1500E (1050 watts) is 12.6 min	16.4 min	7.6 min
Runtime at 440 Watt Load PRO1500E runtime provided at SC1500 half load of 440 watts for comparison; half load runtime for PRO1500E (525 watts) is 31.2 min	39.3 min	20.4 min
Battery Protected Receptacles Output receptacles that are backed up by batteries as well as surge protection	6	6
Surge-only Receptacles Surge only output receptacles allow user to safely connect non-critical equipment without the need for additional equipment	0	0
Communications Port USB & DB9 communications ports allow user more options for connection and monitoring via software such as SentryPlus	USB / DB9	DB9
Surge Energy Rating (Joules) PRO-E offers 55 more joules of surge protection, providing greater protection from surges and spikes in incoming AC power	500	445
Battery Output Waveform Simulated sinewave output approximates the pure sinewave form of utility power, lengthening equipment life and preventing heat buildup	Simulated Sinewave	Simulated Sinewave
Shutdown Software Software connects workstation to unit and allows for auto shutdown, monitoring of power, and management of the UPS	Included	Included

*Online resale price based on online information 05/2011; Advantages appear in bold; Features and specifications based on published material from respective suppliers websites as of 05/2011

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Which UPS is the better value? PRO-E vs. APC