APC by Schneider Electric APDU10350ME Advanced Metered Rack PDU
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric APDU10350ME is a high-density, three-phase advanced metered rack PDU engineered for demanding data center and enterprise server room environments where real-time power visibility across 48 outlets is non-negotiable. Rated at 17.3KW on a 415V, 30A three-phase input via a 530P6 plug, it gives power engineers the granular metering data needed to maximize rack density without overloading circuits. The 1.8m (5.9 ft) cord gives enough reach for standard rack deployments, and the unit mounts directly in the rack at a form factor of 178.0 cm — plan your U-space accordingly.
If you are specifying power distribution for high-density compute rows, NVR farms, or IP surveillance infrastructure where circuit-level accountability is required, the APDU10350ME fits the bill. The network video recorder and server environments it supports demand uninterrupted, metered power — which is exactly what this unit delivers.
Key Features
- 17.3KW at 415V Three-Phase Input: Running three-phase 415V means you pull balanced load across all phases, reducing neutral current and allowing far more total wattage per rack than a comparable single-phase unit. For high-density rows with dozens of PoE switches, NVRs, or compute nodes, this input spec is what enables full rack utilization without dedicated per-device circuits.
- 48 Output Outlets: Forty-eight outlets per PDU is a serious density figure — enough to power every device in a full rack and then some, eliminating the daisy-chaining or secondary PDUs that introduce failure points. Each outlet feeds a downstream device, so 48 outputs in a single unit keeps your cable management clean and your power path direct.
- Advanced Metering: 'Advanced metered' in the APC NetShelter PDU line means real-time current, voltage, and power readings are accessible at the unit level — not just the branch or bank. This matters when you are tracking actual draw per rack against capacity headroom, especially during infrastructure audits or when avoiding planned overloads during scale-out.
- 30A Input via 530P6 Plug: The 530P6 industrial plug is the correct termination for 415V three-phase installations and ensures a secure, standard connection to facility power. If your facility uses a different three-phase connector family, verify compatibility at the panel before ordering — plug adapters on high-current PDUs introduce resistance and heat.
- IP44 Ingress Protection: IP44 rating means the unit resists particulate intrusion (4mm+) and splashing water from any direction. This is not an outdoor rating, but it makes the PDU suitable for environments with mild moisture exposure — think machine rooms adjacent to industrial floors or facilities without full HVAC isolation. For a standard climate-controlled data center, IP44 is more than sufficient.
- 1.8m Cord Length: The 5.9 ft input cord is dimensioned for standard raised-floor or overhead trough routing to a nearby PDU panel. If your power panel is more than a rack-width away from the PDU column, measure before install — a cord extension or repositioned panel tap may be needed.
- Rack-Mountable Form Factor: At 178.0 cm, this is a full-height vertical PDU designed to mount in the rear of a standard EIA-310 rack. Vertical mounting leaves the front rails clear for equipment and keeps outlet access along the rear edge — standard practice for high-density deployments using toolless cable management.
- Black Finish: The black finish integrates visually with APC NetShelter enclosures and most third-party racks. Not a functional spec, but worth noting for environments where mixed-vendor rack aesthetics matter.
Integration and Compatibility
The APDU10350ME is designed to integrate with APC's broader power distribution and data center infrastructure management (DCIM) ecosystem. Advanced metered PDUs in the NetShelter line are compatible with APC's EcoStruxure IT platform for remote monitoring when paired with the appropriate network management card. Verify NMC compatibility with your APC firmware baseline before deployment if centralized DCIM monitoring is part of your design. For rack enclosure pairing, the unit's vertical profile is dimensioned to fit APC NetShelter SX and AR-series cabinets, as well as standard 600mm-deep third-party enclosures. Always confirm your facility's three-phase 415V panel can source a 30A 530P6 circuit — this is a non-negotiable pre-install check that your electrical contractor should sign off on before the PDU ships to site. For organizations building or expanding IP security infrastructure, this PDU fits naturally into the power layer supporting PoE switch banks and centralized recording infrastructure. When specifying power for larger deployments, consult a rack PDU buying guide to match phase load, outlet density, and metering tier to your actual load profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What input plug does the APDU10350ME use, and is it compatible with standard data center panels?
A: The APDU10350ME uses a 530P6 plug for its 415V, 30A, three-phase input. This is a standard IEC-format industrial plug for three-phase 415V service. Confirm your facility panel has a matching 530P6 receptacle or appropriate three-phase circuit before installation.
Q: How many outlets does the APDU10350ME provide, and what is the total power capacity?
A: The APDU10350ME provides 48 output outlets and supports up to 17.3KW total load on a 415V, 30A three-phase input. Distribute load across outlets carefully to avoid overloading any single phase.
Q: Is the APDU10350ME suitable for outdoor or industrial environments?
A: The APDU10350ME carries an IP44 ingress protection rating, which protects against 4mm+ particulate and water splashing from any direction. It is not rated for outdoor installation or full submersion. It is suitable for climate-controlled server rooms and indoor industrial spaces with mild moisture exposure.
Q: What is the cord length on the APDU10350ME?
A: The input cord is 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) long. This is dimensioned for standard rack-to-panel routing. If your power panel is farther than a typical rack bay, plan your cable routing accordingly before installation.
Q: Does the APDU10350ME support remote monitoring or DCIM integration?
A: The APDU10350ME is an advanced metered PDU, meaning it provides real-time power data at the unit level. Remote monitoring typically requires pairing with an APC Network Management Card (NMC). Verify NMC compatibility with your APC firmware baseline for full EcoStruxure IT integration.
Q: What is the physical size and mounting orientation of the APDU10350ME?
A: The APDU10350ME is 178.0 cm (70.08 inches) in length and mounts vertically in a standard EIA-310 rack. It weighs 8.4 kg (18.5 lbs). Verify your rack has the rear vertical mounting rails and clearance for a full-height vertical PDU before ordering.
The APDU10350ME is a unit I'd specify for any high-density rack deployment where you need both three-phase load balancing and outlet-level power accountability in a single vertical PDU. The 17.3KW capacity at 415V, 30A is the right spec for fully populated racks — particularly in centralized surveillance and NVR environments where you're stacking PoE switches, recorders, and servers in the same cabinet column and can't afford an undersized power distribution layer.
Technical Highlights:
- 17.3KW Three-Phase at 415V: Three-phase input at this wattage is what lets you sustain full rack loads without tripping breakers — phase balancing across 30A keeps current draw manageable per leg versus trying to pull the same wattage from a single-phase feed.
- 48 Output Outlets: Forty-eight outlets in one vertical PDU eliminates the secondary daisy-chain PDU that's otherwise inevitable in dense racks. Fewer power distribution devices means fewer failure domains and cleaner rear-of-rack cable routing.
- IP44 Rating: IP44 is unusual to see called out on a rack PDU — it signals this unit can handle the mild moisture and particulate common in industrial-adjacent machine rooms, not just pristine enterprise data centers.
Deployment Considerations:
- Verify the 530P6 plug matches your facility's three-phase 415V receptacle before the unit ships — a mismatch here means a change order, and high-current plug adapters are a hard no for permanent installations.
- At 178.0 cm, this is a full-height vertical PDU. Confirm your rack has rear vertical mounting channels and that the enclosure depth accommodates the unit without blocking airflow paths for rear-mounted equipment.
The APDU10350ME is the right call for enterprise security operations centers and data center rows running dense NVR and compute stacks on 415V three-phase infrastructure — specifically where circuit-level metering is required to satisfy facilities management sign-off on power capacity before go-live.
