APC by Schneider Electric AP9562 1U Rackmount Power Distribution Unit
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric AP9562 is a 1U rackmount power distribution unit built for server racks, telecom enclosures, and security equipment deployments where you need clean, reliable 120V power delivery to multiple devices without burning a rack unit on oversized infrastructure. With ten NEMA 5-15R output receptacles, a 1800VA capacity, and a 12-foot input cord on a NEMA 5-15P plug, the AP9562 is a straightforward, no-frills PDU for environments where basic switched or metered intelligence isn't required — just solid, certified power distribution in a slim chassis. For integrators provisioning network video recorders, encoders, PoE injectors, or other fixed-draw rack equipment, this unit covers the fundamentals at 1U height without overcomplicating the BOM.
Key Features
- Ten NEMA 5-15R Outlets: Ten output receptacles in a single 1U form factor means you can power a full complement of low-draw rack devices — NVR chassis, managed switches, serial servers, or access control panels — from a single PDU. No daisy-chaining, no multi-tap adapters cluttering the cable management.
- 1800VA / 15A Capacity: At 1800VA and 15A maximum draw, the AP9562 matches the upstream circuit rating on a standard 15A NEMA 5-15 branch circuit. That means you're running the full available capacity of your wall circuit through organized rack outlets rather than scattered power strips — the entire load stays visible and managed.
- 12-Foot Input Cord: The 12-foot cord on the NEMA 5-15P input gives genuine flexibility in rack placement relative to the nearest PDU panel or floor outlet. In most equipment rooms and wiring closets, 12 feet is enough reach to avoid the awkward extension cord or PDU-mounted-at-mid-rack compromise.
- 1U Rackmount Profile: At 44mm tall (1U) and 447mm wide, the AP9562 drops into any standard 19-inch rack without dedicated mounting accessories beyond the rack ears. The 57mm depth keeps it shallow enough to avoid conflict with cable management arms on most rack configurations.
- 120V / 50–60Hz Input: Designed for North American 120V infrastructure and compatible with both 50Hz and 60Hz supply, which matters in mixed-frequency facilities or when the unit is deployed in environments with non-standard power sources (UPS output, generator supply).
- Operating Range –5°C to 45°C: The –5 to 45°C operating temperature window covers standard equipment room environments. At the upper end, 45°C means even a warm, poorly cooled wiring closet stays within spec — useful when deploying in edge locations without dedicated HVAC.
- Multi-Certification (UL, cUL, CSA, GOST, METI Denan): UL 1363 listing confirms the unit meets the standard for relocatable power taps — the category that governs rack PDUs in commercial installations. CSA and cUL cover Canadian deployments. GOST and METI Denan certifications extend the unit's usability into international projects without requiring a separate-spec PDU on the BOM.
- 5–95% Operating Humidity: A wide humidity tolerance means deployment isn't limited to climate-controlled data rooms. Security operations in warehouses, loading docks, or light-industrial edge closets where humidity swings are common fall comfortably within spec.
Integration & Compatibility
The AP9562 feeds any device with a standard NEMA 5-15 plug drawing under the 15A aggregate limit. In PoE switch and NVR rack builds, account for the total draw across all connected devices — the 15A circuit limit is shared across all ten outlets, so high-draw switches or UPS bypass units should be verified against the aggregate load before commissioning. This PDU carries no network management interface; it is a passive distribution unit. If you need per-outlet switching, metering, or remote management, review the broader APC by Schneider Electric PDU catalog for managed variants. For sites where a UPS is upstream, the AP9562 connects directly to UPS output receptacles — confirm the UPS output plug and current rating match the NEMA 5-15P input and 15A draw. Storage temperature range of –25°C to 65°C means the unit survives shipping and pre-installation staging in unheated spaces without concern.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: How many devices can the AP9562 power simultaneously?
A: The AP9562 has ten NEMA 5-15R output receptacles. All ten can be used simultaneously as long as the aggregate current draw across all connected devices does not exceed 15A (1800VA) on the 120V input circuit.
Q: Does the AP9562 include surge protection or power conditioning?
A: Based on available evidence, the AP9562 is a basic passive power distribution unit — it distributes power from the input to the ten outlets without built-in surge suppression, filtering, or power conditioning. If surge or conditioning is required, deploy it downstream of a UPS or conditioner.
Q: What plug type does the AP9562 use for its input connection?
A: The AP9562 uses a NEMA 5-15P input plug on a 12-foot power cord, which connects to a standard 15A, 120V North American outlet or compatible UPS output receptacle.
Q: Can the AP9562 be mounted horizontally in a standard 19-inch rack?
A: Yes. The AP9562 is a 1U rackmount unit measuring 447mm wide × 44mm tall × 57mm deep, designed for horizontal installation in standard 19-inch equipment racks.
Q: What certifications does the AP9562 carry?
A: The AP9562 is listed under UL 1363 (relocatable power taps), UL, cUL, CSA, GOST, and METI Denan — covering North American commercial installations and a range of international project requirements.
Q: Is the AP9562 compatible with 50Hz power supply?
A: Yes. The AP9562 accepts 50–60Hz input, making it compatible with both standard North American 60Hz grid power and 50Hz supply sources such as certain UPS outputs or international power environments.
The AP9562 does one thing: it takes a single 15A NEMA 5-15P feed and splits it cleanly into ten NEMA 5-15R outlets in 1U of rack space. I reach for it specifically when the rack build has a clear aggregate load well under 15A and no requirement for remote management — it keeps the BOM lean and the rack tidy without paying for metering or switching you won't use.
Technical Highlights:
- 1800VA / 15A Aggregate Limit: This is a hard ceiling shared across all ten outlets — not 15A per outlet. Map out your connected device draw before commissioning; a rack with three 4A switches and a pair of NVRs hits the limit faster than it looks on paper.
- UL 1363 Listing: This is the specific standard for relocatable power taps in commercial installations — not just a generic UL mark. It's the certification AHJs and facility managers look for when approving rack power distribution in commercial security and IT builds.
- –5°C to 45°C Operating Range: The upper end covers edge closets and light-industrial spaces without dedicated cooling — a real consideration when deploying access control or surveillance rack gear in non-IT environments where HVAC is inconsistent.
Deployment Considerations:
- The 12-foot input cord gives solid placement flexibility, but confirm your rack's PDU panel or floor outlet location before finalizing the rack position — in deep equipment rooms, 12 feet can be tighter than expected once cable routing is factored in.
- No management interface means no remote outlet control, no current monitoring, and no alerting. If a connected device fails or draws unexpectedly, you won't know until someone physically checks the rack. For critical uptime environments, step up to a managed PDU variant in the APC lineup.
The AP9562 is the right call for security integrators building out wiring closet racks in commercial facilities — access control panels, video encoders, low-draw PoE injectors — where the load math is straightforward, the circuit is a standard 15A branch, and management overhead is not justified by the application.
