Basic Rack PDUs
The basic PDU is mainly used for power distribution of cabinet-level equipment, providing power and protection for different devices such as switches, servers, and storage devices. The standards for plugs and sockets in different countries and regions are not uniform, and the power of devices varies. PDU can provide personalized customization solutions based on different needs, which can perfectly solve this problem.
Types of Basic Rack PDUs
01- 16A, UKx5, Power Switch
02- 16A, Locked C19x6, Power Indicator
03- 16A, Locked C13x7, Power Switch
04- 16A, NAME5-15Rx4 & NAME5-20Rx3
05- 16A, Locked C13x8, Power Indicator
06- 16A, NAME5-20Rx8, Power Indicator
07- 16A, NAME5-15Rx8, Power Indicator
08- 16A, UKx11, Circuit Breaker & Ammeter
09- 16A, Schukox13, Circuit Breaker & Ammeter
010- 16A, NAME5-15Rx8 & NAME5-20Rx7, MCB
011- 16A,UKx17, Circuit Breaker & surge protection
012- 16A, Schukox20, Circuit Breaker & Surge Protection
013- 16A, Locked C13x12 & C19x8, Ammeter
014- 16A, Locked C13x18 & C19x6, Surge Protection
015- 16A, NAME5-15Rx12 & NAME5-20Rx12, MCB
Features of Basic Rack Mount PDUs
01
Strong Compatibility
Socket module standards cover more than 20 countries and regions, and the current and voltage of the socket module comply with the corresponding standards;
02
High Reliability
The conductive shrapnel of the socket module is made of high-quality phosphor bronze, which has strong conductivity, good elasticity, is not easy to heat up, and has a service life of more than 15,000 times of plugging and unplugging;
03
High Security
PDU product protection functions include overload, overvoltage, lightning protection, leakage and other multiple protections, which are safer;
04
High Power
The electrical equipment in the cabinet is high-power equipment such as servers, with large currents, and the PDU requires greater current carrying capacity;
05
Easy to Install
The product supports rack-mounted horizontal installation and vertical installation, and only needs two screws to fix it.
Basic Rack PDUs FAQs
What are the differences between a PDU and a regular socket?
The core differences between the two lie in load capacity and safety, mainly in the following aspects: 1) PDU uses industrial-grade copper material. The maximum current of PDU can reach 32A+, and the maximum power can reach 40kW, while the power of ordinary power strips ≤10A generally does not exceed 2500W. 2) PDU is designed in a modular way, and the functional modules can be customized according to the user's needs. 3) The maximum number of sockets in a PDU can exceed 20. 4) The PDU supports both horizontal and vertical installation on 19-inch cabinets.
What are the steps for PDU selection?
1) Determination of power size. 2) Socket standards and quantities. 3) Plug and cable selection. 4) Function selection of PDU. 5) Installation method of PDU: For cabinets with 8 ports or less and a depth of no more than 800mm, choose horizontal installation, which occupies 1U of rack space. Cabinets with more than 8 ports and a depth of ≥1000mm are generally installed vertically and do not occupy rack space.
How to calculate the current required for a PDU?
The total current of the PDU is determined by the total power of all the devices in the cabinet. Therefore, it is necessary to first count the number of devices in the cabinet and the power value of each device to calculate the total power. Then, according to the formula P=UI, divide the total power by the working voltage to convert it into current. Finally, by reserving a 30% power margin, the minimum operating current of the PDU is obtained.
How to choose the input cables for PDU?
After calculating the power of the entire cabinet and the maximum working current of the PDU, select the appropriate cable diameter based on the current size. The common cable specifications for KILOAMP PDUs include: 1) 10A, 1.5mm²; 2) 16A: 2.5mm²; 3) 25A: 4.0mm²; 4) 32A: 6.0mm².
What are the common socket standards for PDUs? Can multiple types of sockets be mixed and installed?
The socket modules of KILOAMP's PDU mainly include over 20 global mainstream socket standards such as IEC/NEMA/DIN/ BS1363, which can meet the needs of most countries and regions' data center projects. All sockets and functional modules of KILOAMP are designed in a modular way, supporting the mixed installation of multiple sockets for personalized customization.
