APC by Schneider Electric AP9572 Basic Vertical Rack PDU
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric AP9572 is a basic 0U vertical power distribution unit built for high-density rack environments where you need reliable AC distribution across 15 devices without consuming any rack units. It accepts a single IEC-320 C20 input at up to 16A and fans that power across 15 IEC 320 C13 output receptacles — a practical layout for servers, switches, and storage arrays in standard 200–230V facilities. The 8.2 ft cord gives enough reach from a remote power panel without managing extension cables. Browse the full power distribution catalog for companion units and accessories.
Key Features
- 0U Vertical Form Factor: Mounts along the vertical rail channel inside the rack, consuming zero horizontal rack units. That's meaningful in fully loaded 42U cabinets where every 1U counts — the AP9572 stays out of the way while covering the full outlet density you need.
- 16A Maximum Input Current via IEC-320 C20: The C20 plug is the standard high-current connector on most PDPs and UPS bypass outputs. Running at a practical 12–13A draw on a 16A circuit keeps you within the 80% continuous-load rule without derate calculations.
- 15x IEC 320 C13 Outputs: Covers a full rack of 1U servers or a mixed load of switches, KVM units, and patch panels. C13 receptacles mate with the C14 power cords already on most rack equipment — no adapter inventory needed.
- 200V / 208V / 230V Input Flexibility: Works across international facility voltages from a single SKU. Deploy in a US 208V three-phase environment or a European 230V single-phase facility without sourcing a region-specific model.
- 3680 VA Output Capacity: At 230V and 16A, you have 3680 VA of distribution capacity. That's enough headroom for 15 lightly loaded servers or a tighter mix of higher-draw compute nodes — budget actual equipment nameplate draw before loading beyond 80%.
- 0–45°C Operating Range: Covers typical data center ambient conditions including warmer edge-of-spec environments. Storage range extends to -25°C / 65°C for staged deployment or warehouse inventory.
- Multi-Certification (UL, cUL, CE, CSA, VDE): Cleared for North American (UL/cUL/CSA) and European (CE/VDE) facilities. The UL 60950 listing and Queensland Australia mark also support Pacific-region deployments without re-sourcing.
- RoHS Compliant: Meets RoHS 7b Exemption and China RoHS requirements — relevant when the installation is subject to environmental procurement requirements or end-of-life disposal regulations.
- Toolless Mounting Kit Included: Ships with mounting brackets and a toolless kit, so first-install doesn't require a separate accessory order. The included user manual covers torque specs and mounting orientation.
Integration & Compatibility
The AP9572 is a basic (non-metered, non-switched) PDU — there is no network port, no outlet-level switching, and no current monitoring. It distributes power only. If your deployment requires remote outlet control or per-circuit metering, look at the metered and switched variants in the APC by Schneider Electric line. This unit pairs cleanly with APC Smart-UPS and Symmetra systems that output via C19/C20 receptacles. The IEC-320 C20 input is compatible with standard rack UPS output strips and most commercial facility PDPs. For rack planning, the 24.40 x 1.75 x 1.75 inch profile fits standard 600mm and 800mm deep cabinets in the vertical channel. Pair with a UPS upstream to add runtime and power conditioning. See the rack power distribution planning guide for load budgeting and circuit sizing best practices.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the AP9572 include remote monitoring or outlet-level switching?
A: No. The AP9572 is a basic PDU — it distributes power only. There is no network port, no metering, and no outlet switching. For those capabilities, look at metered or switched variants in the APC PDU line.
Q: What input connector does the AP9572 use?
A: It uses a single IEC-320 C20 input connector with an 8.2 ft cord. This mates with C19 receptacles on most rack UPS units and facility PDPs.
Q: Can the AP9572 be used in both US 208V and European 230V environments?
A: Yes. The AP9572 accepts 200V, 208V, and 230V input at 50/60 Hz, making it usable across North American and European facility voltages from a single unit.
Q: What certifications does the AP9572 carry?
A: UL Listed, cUL Listed, CSA, CE, VDE, UL 60950, Queensland Australia, RoHS 7b Exemption, and China RoHS.
Q: How many outlets does the AP9572 have and what type?
A: 15 x IEC 320 C13 receptacles. C13 is the standard connector used on most rack server, switch, and storage power cords.
Q: What is the maximum output capacity of the AP9572?
A: 3680 VA at 230V / 16A input. Apply the 80% continuous-load rule (approx. 2944 VA) for safe long-term operation.
The AP9572 is the unit I reach for when a project calls for dense C13 outlet coverage on a 16A branch circuit and there is no requirement for remote management — the basic designation is not a limitation, it is a scope decision. At 3680 VA on a 230V input, this PDU covers a fully loaded half-rack of 1U servers without forcing you to split across two circuits.
Technical Highlights:
- 15x C13 Outputs on 16A Input: Running 15 devices off a single 16A C20 feed at 80% derate gives you roughly 195 VA per outlet — adequate for most 1U servers at idle-to-moderate load. Know your actual draw before loading the rail.
- 0U Vertical Profile (24.40 x 1.75 x 1.75 in): Fits the vertical channel of standard 600–800mm cabinets without displacing a single rack unit. In a 42U cabinet shared between networking and compute, that is a real advantage.
- Multi-Voltage Input (200/208/230V, 50/60 Hz): One SKU works across US three-phase 208V distribution and European 230V single-phase — useful when you are standardizing a PDU model across multiple facility types.
Deployment Considerations:
- The IEC-320 C20 input requires a C19-to-C20 whip or a UPS/PDP with a C19 output receptacle — confirm your upstream power panel has compatible outputs before ordering.
- This is a passive strip with no overcurrent protection at the PDU level beyond what the upstream breaker provides; individual outlet fusing is not present, so upstream circuit protection sizing matters.
The AP9572 is the right call for colocation deployments and branch-office server rooms where the circuit is already protected upstream and network-managed switching adds cost and complexity that the application does not justify.
