APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 (Z99080215662)
APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 (Z99080215662)
The APC SurgeArrest Professional PRO7 documented here bears serial number Z99080215662, indicating manufacture in 1999.
The documented example represents an intermediate APC PRO7 revision between the archive's 1998 and 2002 examples. Internal examination identified a suppression board carrying a ©1997 copyright marking, documenting another previously unrecorded revision within the APC PRO7 product family.
This example remains within the production period covered by the APC SurgeArrest Recall (2013).
Overview
| Manufacturer | APC (American Power Conversion) |
|---|---|
| Product Family | SurgeArrest Professional |
| Model | PRO7 |
| Serial Number | Z99080215662 |
| Manufacturing Year | 1999 |
| Country of Manufacture | China |
| Product Type | Surge Protector |
| AC Outlets | 7 |
| Recall Status | Included in APC SurgeArrest Recall (2013) |
Documented Example
- OldSurge ID: OS-0021
- Serial Number: Z99080215662
- Manufacturing Year: 1999
Specifications
- Length: Approximately 10.25 in (26.0 cm)
- Width: Approximately 4.25 in (10.8 cm)
- Height: Approximately 1.75 in (4.4 cm)
- Power Cord Length: Approximately 6 ft (1.8 m)
- Plug Type: Grounded NEMA 5-15P
- Plug Style: Right-angle
- Plug Branding: APC
- Cord Type: SJT
- Conductors: 16 AWG × 3
- UL File Number: E160081
- CSA File Number: LL86908
- Temperature Rating:
- 75°C (UL)
- 60°C (CSA)
- Flame Rating:
- VW-1 (UL)
- FT2 (CSA)
Weight
The documented example weighs approximately 1 lb 15.8 oz (902 g).
This weight is nearly identical to the 1998 APC PRO7 specimen documented by the OldSurge Archive, which weighed approximately 1 lb 15.9 oz (903 g).
The similarity suggests that APC made relatively few changes to the overall mechanical and electrical construction of the PRO7 between the 1998 and 1999 production periods despite implementing a newer suppression-board revision.
Notable Characteristics
- Manufactured in 1999.
- Includes a suppression board carrying a ©1997 copyright notice.
- Earliest documented APC PRO7 example incorporating internal molded date-code wheels.
- Date-code wheels confirm August 1999 manufacture.
- Manufactured during the period covered by the APC SurgeArrest Recall (2013).
- APC-branded right-angle attachment plug.
- Moderate cosmetic wear and scratching around the logo area and enclosure surfaces.
- Remained operational during testing.
Physical Characteristics
The documented example exhibits moderate cosmetic wear, including scratches, scuffs, and abrasions on the upper enclosure surrounding the APC branding.
The overall housing design remains substantially similar to the 1998 and 2002 APC PRO7 examples documented by the OldSurge Archive, indicating continuity in APC's mechanical design during this period.
The documented example utilizes an APC-branded right-angle grounded attachment plug and an attached six-foot power cord.
The underside incorporates two keyhole-style mounting slots, a recessed serial-number label, molded electrical ratings, safety markings, and certification information.
A molded "9934" marking is present on the underside of the enclosure. The marking likely represents a 1999 week-34 manufacturing code, corresponding approximately to late August 1999.
This interpretation is consistent with the serial number, which identifies the documented example as an August 1999 production unit.
The documented example utilizes an APC-branded right-angle grounded attachment plug connected to an attached six-foot power cord.
The plug design was intended to reduce the distance between the connected equipment and the wall. However, when installed in modern receptacles configured with the grounding contact in the upward position, the cord exits upward before bending downward. As a result, the design does not sit as close to the wall as many contemporary low-profile right-angle plugs.
The documented example utilizes an APC-branded right-angle attachment plug rather than the unbranded right-angle plug observed on some earlier documented PRO7 examples.
The attached power cord is marked as SJT 16 AWG three-conductor cable with a 75°C temperature rating and VW-1 flame rating.
Photographs
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Overall view showing the seven-outlet layout, APC-branded attachment plug, and indicator section. -
APC branding, status indicators, and cosmetic wear on the upper enclosure. -
Rocker switch, status indicators, and outlet section. -
Flat-side profile showing the outlet section, enclosure construction, and overall condition. -
Outlet-end profile showing the curved enclosure section and overall housing design. -
Curved-side profile showing the distinctive APC PRO7 upper enclosure. -
Cord-entry end showing strain relief, rocker switch, enclosure profile, and attached power cord. -
Underside showing product markings, mounting slots, serial-number label, and attached power cord. -
Model identification, safety markings, TVSS ratings, serial-number label, and molded markings. -
Serial-number label identifying the documented APC PRO7 example and adjacent molded enclosure markings. -
Right-side underside detail showing the UL hologram label, mounting features, serial-number recess, and enclosure markings. -
Close-up of the UL hologram label marked 07/99 and identifying the device as a listed power tap and TVSS. -
APC-branded right-angle attachment plug and attached six-foot power cord. -
APC-branded right-angle plug installed in a wall receptacle illustrating cord routing. -
Close-up view of the APC-branded right-angle attachment plug installed in a wall receptacle. -
APC branding molded into the rear of the right-angle attachment plug. -
Right-angle attachment plug showing grounding pin, plug construction, and approval markings. -
Power-cord markings showing cord type, conductor size, temperature rating, and approval information. -
Additional power-cord markings showing CSA file number, conductor size, and cable ratings.
Notes
- A molded "9934" enclosure marking is present on the underside and likely represents a 1999 week-34 production code.
- A UL hologram label marked "07/99" is present on the underside and is consistent with late-1999 manufacture.
Condition Upon Acquisition
The documented example was acquired as part of a lot containing fifteen APC SurgeArrest Professional surge protectors.
The enclosure exhibited moderate cosmetic wear including scratches, scuffs, abrasions, and localized wear around the APC logo and indicator section. Dust accumulation and cord discoloration consistent with long-term use and storage were also present.
No evidence of melting, cracking, overheating, or major physical damage was observed during external examination.
The unit was cleaned prior to detailed photography and testing.
Testing
The documented example was tested for basic electrical operation.
The rocker switch successfully controlled power to all outlets.
When connected to a properly wired receptacle and switched ON, the green Protection Working indicator illuminated normally, indicating the continued presence of functional surge-protection circuitry.
The red Site Wiring Fault indicator remained unlit during testing.
When switched OFF, both indicators extinguished and power was removed from the outlet bank.
Testing with a receptacle tester confirmed correct hot, neutral, and ground wiring.
No open ground, open neutral, reversed polarity, or other wiring faults were detected.
The documented example passed basic outlet-wiring verification and appears fully operational following basic functional testing.
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PRO7 connected to power with the Protection Working indicator illuminated. -
PRO7 connected to power with the rocker switch in the OFF position and indicator lights extinguished. -
Outlet tester indicating correct wiring and grounding.
Historical References
An archived APC website specification page captured on 12 October 1999 documents the SurgeArrest Professional Series and provides period specifications for the PRO7 and PRO7T models.
The specifications include a surge-energy rating of 320 joules, EMI/RFI filtering performance exceeding 25-60 dB, a 15-ampere electrical rating, and 330-volt suppression ratings across all protection modes.
The archived specifications correspond closely with the documented example and provide contemporary manufacturer documentation from the same year as manufacture.
