APC Netshelter Rack PDU Advanced Metered 11.5KW 3PH 415V 20A 520P6 42 OUT - APDU10250ME

APC by Schneider Electric APDU10250ME Advanced Metered Rack PDU

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric APDU10250ME is an 11.5kW, three-phase advanced metered rack power distribution unit designed for high-density data center and server room deployments running 415V infrastructure. With 42 output receptacles fed by a 20A 520P6 inlet, it delivers the outlet density and metered visibility that IT and facilities teams need when managing power loads across fully populated racks. The vertical mounting profile keeps the PDU flush in the rack column, preserving U-space for active equipment rather than consuming valuable rack real estate. For environments built on European or international 415V three-phase power — including enterprise data halls, broadcast facilities, and industrial compute rooms — the APDU10250ME is sized to match the load demands of modern high-density server and networking gear.

Explore the full APC by Schneider Electric catalog for complementary infrastructure products, or browse the broader range of rack PDUs to compare inlet configurations and outlet counts across the portfolio.

Key Features

• 11.5kW at 415V Three-Phase Input: At 20A on a 415V three-phase 520P6 feed, the APDU10250ME delivers 11.5kW of usable rack power — enough headroom to fully populate a modern high-density rack with servers, switches, and storage without running separate branch circuits to individual devices. Three-phase distribution also balances load across phases, reducing the risk of single-phase overloads that trip breakers and take down equipment.
• 42 Output Receptacles: Forty-two outlets across a single vertical PDU means fewer PDUs per rack, fewer inlet cables to manage, and more consistent power path documentation. In a 42U or 48U rack, that maps to near 1:1 outlet-per-U availability — practical for blade chassis, 1U servers, or mixed storage/compute configurations.
• Advanced Metered Capability: Metered PDUs report real-time load data at the inlet level, giving facilities and IT ops teams the numbers they need for capacity planning, PUE tracking, and pre-failure load alerts. This is the difference between discovering an overload after a trip versus catching it at 85% utilization during a routine check.
• Vertical Rack Mounting: The vertical form factor installs in the side channels of standard rack enclosures, freeing every U-position for active equipment. At 58.66 inches (149.0 cm) in length, the APDU10250ME spans a standard 42U rack column — no dead U-space consumed, no horizontal shelf brackets required.
• 520P6 Input Connector: The 520P6 inlet is the correct plug type for 20A 415V three-phase circuits common in European and international data center infrastructure. Verify your floor-level power whips terminate in the matching 520P6 receptacle before ordering — mismatched connectors are the most common installation delay on international PDU deployments.
• 5.9 ft (1.8 m) Cord Length: The 1.8-meter power cord provides enough reach from a typical overhead busway or floor PDU tap to the rack inlet without requiring cord extensions — important for maintaining clean power path documentation and avoiding daisy-chained extension leads that violate most data center compliance standards.
• Compact Weight at 12.6 lb (5.7 kg): At under 13 pounds unloaded, the APDU10250ME can be mounted without additional mechanical assistance in most rack configurations — practical for installations where lift equipment access is limited or during phased rack builds where PDUs go in before servers.

Integration and Compatibility

The APDU10250ME is designed for installation in APC NetShelter rack enclosures and is mechanically compatible with standard EIA-310 rack systems that include vertical PDU mounting channels. The 520P6 inlet requires a matching three-phase 415V circuit — confirm your power infrastructure matches this inlet type and voltage before deployment. For network infrastructure deployments where per-outlet switching or remote reboot capability is required, evaluate higher-tier PDUs in the APC Switched or Switched Metered families. If your environment runs 208V or 120V North American power, this unit is not the correct choice — the 415V three-phase input is specific to international and European power grids.

Pair the APDU10250ME with rack enclosures that include dedicated vertical PDU mounting brackets for a clean, tool-free installation. For environments requiring a complete data center power planning approach — including UPS sizing, PDU selection, and branch circuit design — consult the APC by Schneider Electric infrastructure guide to match PDU capacity to UPS output ratings and rack load calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input plug type does the APDU10250ME use?

A: The APDU10250ME uses a 520P6 inlet connector rated for 20A at 415V three-phase. Verify your facility's power whips or floor-level distribution terminate in a compatible 520P6 receptacle before installation.

Q: How many outlets does the APDU10250ME provide?

A: The APDU10250ME provides 42 output receptacles, supporting high-density rack configurations with near 1:1 outlet-per-U availability in a standard 42U rack.

Q: What is the total power capacity of the APDU10250ME?

A: The APDU10250ME delivers 11.5kW of rack power from a 415V three-phase 20A input, suitable for fully populated high-density server and networking racks.

Q: How does the APDU10250ME mount in a rack?

A: The APDU10250ME is designed for vertical rack mounting in standard EIA-310 enclosures, including APC NetShelter racks with vertical PDU mounting channels. At 58.66 inches (149.0 cm), it spans a standard 42U rack column without consuming any U-space.

Q: Is the APDU10250ME suitable for North American 120V or 208V power infrastructure?

A: No. The APDU10250ME is configured for 415V three-phase input — the voltage standard common in European and international data centers. It is not compatible with 120V or 208V North American power circuits. Select an APC PDU with the appropriate input voltage and NEMA connector if deploying in a North American environment.

Q: What is the cord length on the APDU10250ME?

A: The APDU10250ME ships with a 5.9 ft (1.8 m) power cord, providing adequate reach from overhead busway or floor-level power taps to the rack inlet in most standard rack row configurations.

Eden Phillips

The APDU10250ME is a straightforward specification decision if your site runs 415V three-phase infrastructure and you need 42 outlets per rack column — the 11.5kW capacity at 20A is well-matched to fully populated 1U/2U server rows without requiring a higher-amperage circuit that complicates floor-level power planning.

Technical Highlights:

• Three-Phase 415V / 20A Input: The 520P6 inlet at 20A three-phase gives you 11.5kW usable — enough to run 40+ 1U servers at typical idle draw without approaching the 80% derate threshold that most facility standards require.
• 42-Outlet Density: A single vertical PDU covering 42 outlets eliminates the need for a second PDU in most standard 42U racks, reducing inlet cable count, simplifying power path labeling, and cutting per-rack PDU hardware cost.
• Vertical Profile at 149.0 cm: The 58.66-inch vertical form factor installs in the rack's side channel — zero U-space consumed. Every rack unit stays available for revenue-generating compute, storage, or switching hardware.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm the floor-level power whip terminates in a 520P6 receptacle before the PDU ships to site — 415V three-phase connector mismatches are a common day-1 installation blocker on international deployments, and sourcing the correct plug adapter on-site adds delay and potential compliance issues.
• The APDU10250ME is metered at the inlet — real-time load visibility is at the PDU level, not per-outlet. If you need per-outlet current monitoring or remote outlet switching for individual server reboot control, evaluate the APC Switched Metered family instead; this unit does not provide that granularity.

The APDU10250ME fits cleanest in a purpose-built European or international colocation cage or enterprise data hall where 415V three-phase is the site standard, rack density is high, and the operations team wants inlet-level metering without the added cost and complexity of full switched-outlet control.