Vertiv 11167 Basic Horizontal Rackmount PDU, 20A 120V 6-Outlet
Overview
The Vertiv 11167 (model 2JRN062-102L20TL5) is a 2U horizontal basic rack power distribution unit designed to deliver reliable 20A, 120V power to critical IT equipment in standard 19-inch rack enclosures. With six NEMA L5-20R twistlock receptacles, a 10-foot power cord terminating in an L5-20P twistlock plug, and a heavy steel powder-coat chassis, this unit is built for data center rows, server rooms, and network equipment closets where dependable outlet density matters more than metered intelligence. If you need straightforward power distribution without the cost premium of switched or metered PDUs, the rack PDU category is where this unit belongs.
Vertiv's PowerIT rPDU line — see the broader Vertiv power infrastructure catalog for the full range — positions the Basic Standard tier as the workhorse option: every unit undergoes 100% factory testing before shipment, and the five-year limited warranty backs that commitment with one of the longer coverage periods in the segment. The 11167 is manufactured in the USA and carries TAA Compliant and Buy American Act COTS Compliant status, making it a straightforward choice for federal, DoD, and government-adjacent deployments where country-of-origin documentation is a procurement requirement.
Key Features
- 20A / 1.9kW continuous load capacity: The single L5-20P input feeds up to 1,900W of connected load — enough headroom for a fully populated 1U or 2U server plus network gear without pushing the circuit into thermal territory. Budget 80% of rated capacity (1,520W) for continuous loads per NEC guidance.
- Six NEMA L5-20R twistlock receptacles: Each outlet is rated independently at 20A / 120V. The twistlock form factor prevents accidental disconnects on vibrating rack shelves or during maintenance — a meaningful operational advantage in high-density rows where a loose power cord can cascade into an unplanned outage.
- 2U horizontal 19-inch rackmount footprint: At 3.39 in × 17 in × 6 in and 14 lbs, this unit mounts flush in a standard 483mm EIA rack via rear recess mount, freeing front-panel U-space for active equipment. The horizontal orientation works cleanly in open-frame and enclosed rack enclosures alike.
- 10-foot L5-20P power cord: A 12/3 AWG cord at 10 feet gives enough reach to connect to a floor-mounted PDU strip or raised-floor power tap without conduit runs, while the 12 AWG wire gauge handles the full 20A circuit rating without derating.
- Heavy steel powder-coat chassis: The black powder-coat finish on a steel chassis resists corrosion in the cool, slightly humid environments typical of raised-floor data halls, and the material rigidity prevents flex when technicians route cables across the unit front.
- 100–120V input range, 50/60Hz: Operates across both 50Hz and 60Hz supply frequencies, so the same SKU deploys in North American facilities or international sites running on 120V 50Hz infrastructure without a hardware change.
- RoHS compliant, UL & c-UL Listed 60950: The UL and cUL 60950 safety listing covers both US and Canadian deployments, eliminating a common procurement hurdle for facilities with cross-border equipment standards. RoHS compliance supports WEEE and environmental procurement policies in regulated industries.
- TAA and Buy American Act COTS compliant: USA-manufactured and government-procurement ready. Federal integrators and contractors can include this unit in GSA schedules and DoD acquisition packages without country-of-origin waivers.
- Operating temperature 10–45°C (50–113°F): Covers standard ASHRAE A1–A2 data center environments, including the warmer end of airside economizer operation. Not rated for outdoor or industrial temperature extremes — keep this in mind for edge deployments in non-conditioned spaces.
- Five-year limited warranty: Vertiv's standard five-year limited warranty on the PowerIT Basic line is notably longer than the two- or three-year terms common at this price point. For a passive PDU with no electronics to fail, this coverage essentially spans the useful life of most rack deployments.
Integration & Compatibility
The 11167 is a passive, non-metered, non-switched PDU — there is no network port, no management interface, and no daisy-chain input. It fits any rack or cabinet with a standard 19-inch EIA mounting rail and sufficient depth behind the rail for the 6-inch chassis. The L5-20P twistlock input connects to any 20A, 120V NEMA L5-20 circuit, including most in-row power whips and floor-mounted branch circuit panels common in colocation and enterprise data centers. If your facility runs NEMA 5-15 or 5-20 straight-blade circuits, this unit does not match — you would need a straight-blade receptacle variant. For environments requiring outlet-level switching, current monitoring per outlet, or remote power cycling, consider a stepped-up Vertiv Switched or Metered rPDU within the rack PDU line.
No software, drivers, or management configuration is required. Power the unit on by connecting the L5-20P plug to a live 20A circuit — the receptacles are immediately live. There is no over-current protection built in beyond the upstream breaker, so ensure the supply circuit includes appropriate branch circuit protection per NEC Article 408. Pair with a compatible UPS or inline conditioning unit upstream if power quality or runtime backup is a requirement for the connected load.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the warranty on the Vertiv 11167?
A: The 11167 carries a five-year limited warranty from Vertiv, covering defects in materials and workmanship.
Q: Is the Vertiv 11167 TAA compliant for government procurement?
A: Yes. The 11167 is manufactured in the USA and is certified TAA Compliant and Buy American Act COTS Compliant, making it eligible for GSA schedules and federal acquisition programs.
Q: Does the 11167 support metering or remote management?
A: No. The 11167 is a Basic Standard (non-metered, non-switched) PDU with no network interface or management capability. It distributes power passively across its six receptacles.
Q: What plug type does the Vertiv 11167 use, and how long is the power cord?
A: The 11167 ships with a 10-foot, 12/3 AWG power cord terminating in a NEMA L5-20P twistlock plug. The input circuit is 20A, 120V.
Q: How many outlets does the 11167 provide, and what receptacle type?
A: Six NEMA L5-20R twistlock receptacles, each individually rated at 20A / 120V. All six are located on the rear of the chassis.
Q: What rack space does the 11167 occupy, and does it support recess mounting?
A: The 11167 occupies 2U (3.39 in height) in a standard 19-inch / 483mm rack and supports 19-inch recess mounting to keep the chassis flush with the rack rail plane.
The Vertiv 11167 is the unit I spec when a rack deployment needs reliable 20A / 120V distribution and the budget doesn't justify paying for metering nobody will monitor. Six L5-20R twistlock outlets on a 2U horizontal chassis — this is a passive infrastructure workhorse, and the five-year warranty backs it for the full lifecycle of most rack builds.
Technical Highlights:
- L5-20R twistlock outlets: All six receptacles use the twistlock form factor rather than straight-blade NEMA 5-20. In dense rack environments where technicians are working adjacent equipment, the twist-lock prevents accidental disconnects — a failure mode that kills straight-blade deployments in high-vibration or high-traffic rows.
- 12/3 AWG, 10ft cord: The 12 AWG wire gauge handles the full 20A input rating without derating, and the 10-foot cord reaches most in-row or overhead power whips without needing a cord extension. Don't extend this cord — any extension must match or exceed 12 AWG rating.
- TAA + USA-manufactured: The 11167 is one of the few passive PDUs in this power class with Buy American Act COTS and TAA documentation in place out of the box. If your customer is a federal agency or prime contractor, this removes a procurement hurdle that stops non-compliant units cold.
Deployment Considerations:
- There is no over-current protection on the 11167 itself — no fuses, no breakers, no outlet-level switching. Your upstream branch circuit breaker is the only fault protection. Confirm the supply circuit is a dedicated 20A breaker; do not share it with other load devices.
- The operating temperature ceiling is 45°C (113°F). Edge deployments in non-conditioned spaces — outdoor telecom enclosures, warehouse equipment rooms without active cooling — can push past this limit in summer. Verify ambient temps before specifying this unit outside a conditioned data hall.
The 11167 is the right call for federal data center builds, colo cage deployments, and enterprise server rooms where the priority is outlet density, twistlock reliability, and a procurement paper trail — not remote monitoring.
