Powershield Defender 1600VA Line Interactive Tower UPS with AVR
The Powershield Defender PSD1600 is a 1600VA / 960W Line Interactive UPS designed to provide safe and reliable power protection for workstations, gaming systems, networked PCs, point of sale systems, and other valuable electronics. Featuring Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR), this UPS minimises the effects of voltage fluctuations and protects your equipment from power line disturbances.
Advanced Power Protection
The Defender 1600VA uses Line Interactive topology with Simulated Sine Wave output to deliver consistent and reliable power. With boost and buck AVR for voltage stabilisation, the UPS automatically adjusts input voltage to maintain safe levels without switching to battery mode unnecessarily, extending battery life.
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Capacity: 1600VA / 960W
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Input Voltage Range: 177-290Vac
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Transfer Time: 6ms (typical)
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Surge Protection: 312 Joules / 6500 Amps (Best in class)
User-Friendly Design
The Defender 1600VA features a stylish LCD display that clearly shows input/output voltage, battery remaining time, load level, and system status. The user-replaceable batteries (12V 9AH x2) allow for easy maintenance without requiring technical expertise. With silent operation and no fans, the unit operates quietly at less than 5dBA at 1 meter, making it ideal for under-desk installation in office or home environments.
Intelligent Management and Connectivity
The UPS includes USB connectivity and is compatible with the free PowerShield NetGuard software, providing complete power monitoring and enabling safe automatic shutdown during extended outages. Additional features include auto restart when AC recovers, off-mode charging, and cold start function.
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3 Australian outlets for UPS and surge protection
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3 Australian outlets for surge protection only
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USB interface for advanced monitoring
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Audible and LCD alarms for AC mode, battery mode, low battery, fault, and overload
Reliable Backup Power
With backup time up to 40 minutes depending on connected load, the Defender 1600VA provides ample time to save work and safely shut down systems during power outages. The compact tower design is ideal for workstations, gaming setups, home offices, and networked equipment.
What's in the Box
- Powershield Defender 1600VA UPS unit
- USB cable
- User manual
- 2 × 12V 9AH batteries (pre-installed)
Full Specifications
| Model Number |
PSD1600 |
| Capacity |
1600VA / 960W |
| Topology |
Line Interactive |
| Waveform (Battery Mode) |
Simulated Sine Wave |
| Form Factor |
Tower |
| Input Voltage (Nominal) |
240Vac |
| Input Voltage Range |
177-290Vac |
| Frequency Range |
50/60Hz ± 5Hz (auto sensing) |
| Output Voltage |
240Vac ± 10% |
| Output Frequency (AC Mode) |
Tracks utility |
| Output Frequency (Battery Mode) |
50Hz or 60Hz ±1Hz |
| Transfer Time |
6ms (typical) |
| Australian Outlets - UPS & Surge Protection |
3 |
| Australian Outlets - Surge Protection Only |
3 |
| Total Outlets |
6 |
| Battery Type & Number |
12V 9AH (x2) |
| Typical Recharge Time |
6-8 hours |
| Backup Time |
Up to 40 minutes (depending on load) |
| Surge Protection |
312 Joules / 6500 Amps |
| Circuit Breaker |
10A resettable |
| Interface |
USB |
| Software |
PowerShield NetGuard (free download) |
| LCD Display |
Yes |
| Audible Alarm |
Battery mode, low battery, overload, fault |
| LCD Alarm |
AC mode, battery mode, low battery, fault, overload |
| Silent Operation |
Yes (no fans) |
| Noise Level |
Less than 5dBA at 1 meter |
| User Replaceable Batteries |
Yes |
| Auto Restart |
Yes |
| Off-Mode Charging |
Yes |
| Cold Start Function |
Yes |
| Operating Temperature |
0 to 40°C |
| Dimensions (H × W × D) |
393 × 146 × 205 mm |
| Weight |
11.5 kg |
| Colour |
Black |
| Phase |
Single Phase |
| Warranty |
2 years |
Specifications are sourced from the manufacturer product page and may be updated.
