Vertiv 11060 Basic Horizontal Rack PDU 20A 208V 6-Outlet
Overview
The Vertiv PowerIT rPDU model 11060 — part number 2VHVRN062-102L20TL6 — is a 2U horizontal rack power distribution unit designed to deliver reliable 20A/208V power to critical IT equipment inside a standard 19-inch rack or cabinet. With six NEMA L6-20R twist-lock receptacles, a 10-foot L6-20P power cord, and 3.3kW of load capacity, this is a straightforward, no-frills distribution unit built for data center rows, network closets, and anywhere the power draw requires 208V locking receptacles without the overhead of metering or switching. Manufactured in the USA with TAA compliance and Buy American Act COTS compliance, the 11060 is a solid fit for federal government installations and contractor deployments where domestic origin documentation is required.
Vertiv ships every unit 100% factory-tested, and the five-year limited warranty reflects confidence in the build quality. If you are speccing Vertiv power distribution for a new rack deployment, this unit targets the common 20A/208V circuit that ships with most colocation cabinets and on-premises rack deployments paired with a single-phase 208V UPS.
Key Features
- 20A Input at 200–240V, 3.3kW Load Capacity: Sized for standard 20A/208V branch circuits — the same breaker configuration common in colocation environments and dedicated IT rooms. At 3.3kW continuous, this handles a dense 2U server, a mid-range storage shelf, or a mix of networking gear without tripping the circuit. Keep load under 80% (2.64kW) per NEC guidelines for continuous load.
- Six NEMA L6-20R Rear Receptacles — Individual Style: All six outlets are rated at 20A/208V, meaning you are not sharing a derated bank — each socket can handle the full rated load of an L6-20R device. The twist-lock form factor prevents accidental cord pull-out under vibration or cable pressure, a real failure mode in busy rack environments.
- NEMA L6-20P Twistlock Input Plug on a 10ft Cord: The 10-foot, 12/3 AWG cord reaches floor-level power strips or overhead busway without extension cables. The L6-20P twist-lock on the input side matches standard 20A/208V whips from most colocation providers and rack PDU deployments, eliminating the need for adapter cordsets.
- 2U Horizontal 19-Inch Rackmount with Recess-Mount Support: Mounts flush in a standard 19-inch EIA rack. The 2U footprint (3.39in H × 17in W × 6in D) keeps the vertical rack space reasonable for a horizontal PDU — and the 19-inch recess mount option lets you set it back in deeper rails so it doesn't protrude past the rail face. At 14 lbs shipped, one person can install it without a lift.
- No Over-Current Protection, No Switching: This is a pass-through distribution unit — there are no breakers per outlet and no individual outlet switching. That keeps the design simple and reduces failure points, but it means all six outlets cycle together when input power cycles. If you need per-outlet breakers or per-outlet switching, move to a managed or metered rPDU in the Vertiv line.
- Heavy Steel Powder-Coat Construction, Black Finish: The chassis is heavy-gauge steel with a black powder-coat finish — not a lightweight stamped unit. In high-density rack environments where PDUs take physical abuse during installs and cable dressing, the steel build matters for long-term structural integrity.
- 50/60Hz Operation: Compatible with both 50Hz and 60Hz power systems, so the same SKU deploys in North American 60Hz facilities and international 50Hz installations without a separate part number.
- TAA Compliant, Buy American Act COTS Compliant, Made in USA: Federal procurement teams can deploy the 11060 on contracts requiring TAA or Buy American compliance without a waiver. RoHS compliance covers EU hazardous-materials regulations. UL and c-UL Listing 60950 confirms independent safety certification for both US and Canadian installations.
- 5-Year Limited Warranty, 100% Factory-Tested: Every unit leaves the factory tested. The five-year warranty on a basic PDU is longer than most competing offerings at this price tier — meaningful for gear that sits at the bottom of a rack for a decade.
Integration and Compatibility
The 11060 is designed for single-phase 208V deployments. It mates directly with L6-20P twist-lock whips from most colocation floor outlets, in-row UPS units, and PDU branch circuits. Equipment must have NEMA L6-20R input receptacles or L6-20 cordsets — if your servers or network gear use C13/C19 IEC connections, you will need L6-20R-to-C13 or L6-20R-to-C19 adapter cordsets (sourced separately). There is no communication module or network port on this model; it does not integrate with DCIM platforms or environmental monitoring systems. For rack installations requiring power monitoring or remote outlet switching, consider a metered or switched variant in the Vertiv rPDU family.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Vertiv 11060 TAA compliant?
A: Yes. The 11060 is manufactured in the USA and carries both TAA Compliant and Buy American Act COTS Compliant designations, making it eligible for federal and government-contractor procurement where domestic-origin requirements apply.
Q: What is the warranty on the Vertiv 11060?
A: The 11060 carries a 5-year limited warranty from Vertiv. Every unit is also 100% factory-tested before shipment.
Q: Can the 11060 be used on a 240V circuit?
A: The 11060 accepts input voltage in the 200–240V range at 50/60Hz, so it is compatible with both 208V single-phase and 240V single-phase circuits, provided the source circuit uses a matching NEMA L6-20P receptacle. Load capacity is rated at 3.3kW at 208V.
Q: Does the 11060 have per-outlet switching or individual breakers?
A: No. The 11060 is a basic pass-through PDU with no over-current protection per outlet and no switching. All six NEMA L6-20R outlets are always-on when the unit is powered. If you need per-outlet switching or individual breaker protection, you will need a managed or metered rPDU variant.
Q: What rack space does the 11060 occupy and how is it mounted?
A: The 11060 occupies 2U in a standard 19-inch rack (3.39 in H × 17 in W × 6 in D) and mounts horizontally. It supports standard 19-inch recess mounting so the unit sits flush within the rack rails. Shipped weight is 14 lbs.
Q: Are the outlets on the 11060 compatible with C13/C19 IEC power cords?
A: No. The six outlets are NEMA L6-20R twist-lock receptacles. Equipment using IEC C13 or C19 power cords requires a separate L6-20R-to-C13 or L6-20R-to-C19 adapter cordset, which is not included with the unit.
The 11060 doesn't try to be more than it is, and that's exactly what makes it useful. I spec this unit when a rack position needs 208V distribution with twist-lock security and the customer has no DCIM integration requirement — the six L6-20R outlets at a full 20A individual rating give you real flexibility without shared-bank derating, and the 10-foot L6-20P cord reaches most overhead busway and floor whip configurations without a cordset hunt.
Technical Highlights:
- Six Individual L6-20R Outlets at 20A/208V Each: Each receptacle is rated to the full 20A circuit capacity — not a shared 20A bank split across six sockets. That's a meaningful difference when you're distributing to high-draw 1U servers or 48-port PoE switches that actually pull close to their rated input current.
- 12/3 AWG, 10ft Input Cord with L6-20P Twistlock: The 12-gauge wire handles the 20A continuous load without heat buildup, and the 10-foot length covers the typical overhead-busway-to-rear-of-rack run. The twist-lock input prevents the PDU from accidentally disconnecting from the whip during cable management work — a failure mode I've seen with straight-blade units.
- 2U Horizontal with Recess-Mount Option: Recess mounting keeps the unit behind the rail face so it doesn't block adjacent cable management panels. In a 42U cabinet with four PDUs, that clearance adds up.
Deployment Considerations:
- No over-current protection on individual outlets means a short on one device takes down all six simultaneously. Plan your rack layout so the six sockets don't mix critical and non-critical loads on the same PDU unless you can tolerate simultaneous loss of all six circuits.
- Operating temperature ceiling is 45°C (113°F) — fine for most conditioned server rooms but verify ambient temperature at the PDU position in high-density hot-aisle setups where rear-of-rack temps can exceed this threshold without containment.
The 11060 is the right call for a colocation cage buildout or an on-premises IT room where the circuit infrastructure is already 208V/20A L6-20 and the customer needs a UL-listed, TAA-compliant horizontal PDU without paying for metering or switching they will never use.
