APC Netshelter Rack PDU Advanced Switched 14.4KW 3PH 208V 50A CS8365C 42 - APDU10451SW

APC by Schneider Electric APDU10451SW Advanced Switched 3-Phase Rack PDU

Overview

The APDU10451SW is a 14.4kW, 3-phase, 208V Advanced Switched rack PDU from APC by Schneider Electric built for high-density data center and server room environments where per-outlet remote switching is a hard operational requirement — not a nice-to-have. At 50A input via a CS8365C plug and 14,400 VA total load capacity, this unit is sized for fully loaded 42U cabinets running dense compute, storage, or network infrastructure. The 71.89-inch (182.6 cm) form factor fits standard 0U vertical mounting channels inside a NetShelter or comparable deep rack enclosure, keeping PDU bulk out of horizontal U-space. If you're managing high-density switching or server infrastructure where unplanned downtime is expensive, the remote switching capability on this unit is what separates it from a basic metered PDU.

Key Features

• 14.4kW / 14,400 VA Switched Load Capacity: Sized for fully populated high-density racks — 14.4kW at 208V 3-phase means this PDU can realistically handle a dense blade chassis, multiple 1U/2U servers, or a mix of storage and networking without hitting the breaker. Budget your per-phase load carefully; 3-phase distribution across A/B/C legs helps balance current draw across the circuit.
• Advanced Switched Architecture: Per-outlet remote switching lets you power-cycle hung servers, reboot frozen network gear, or sequence startup order without physical access to the rack. In co-lo or remote-branch deployments, this alone justifies the cost delta over a metered-only PDU.
• CS8365C Input Plug — 50A, 3-Phase: The CS8365C is a locking 4-wire (3P+G) 50A connector standard in North American data centers. Verify your PDP (power distribution panel) or in-row PDU drops a CS8365R receptacle — this is not a retrofit job if your facility uses a different connector family.
• 208V 3-Phase Input, 50/60 Hz Compatible: Operates at both 50 Hz and 60 Hz, so the same unit works in North American (60 Hz) facilities and international installations running on 50 Hz power. 208V 3-phase is the dominant data center distribution voltage in the US — this unit is specified for that infrastructure without step-down transformers.
• 5.9 ft (1.8 m) Power Cord: The 1.8 m input cord provides enough reach from a vertical PDU mount to a floor-level or overhead busway tap without strain on the connector. Tight cabinet layouts where the PDU mount sits far from the whip entry point may need an extension or a repositioned tap — measure before you rack.
• 0U Vertical Form Factor — 71.89 in (182.6 cm): Full-length vertical mounting preserves all 42U of rack space for active equipment. The 182.6 cm chassis length is designed for standard 42U open-frame and enclosed racks. Confirm your rack's internal depth and vertical PDU mounting channel dimensions before ordering — some 42U cabinets with cable management arms installed have reduced internal clearance.
• 24.7 lb (11.2 kg) Unit Weight: At under 25 lbs, a single technician can install this unit without a lift, though the 71-inch length makes two-person installation the safer approach during initial racking — unwieldy in tight aisles.
• Black Finish: Matches standard black rack enclosures including the NetShelter SX/SV/VX series, maintaining a clean visual presentation in mixed-cabinet rows.

Integration & Compatibility

The APDU10451SW is designed for integration within NetShelter rack systems and compatible 0U-channel enclosures from other manufacturers. The Advanced Switched PDU line provides network-accessible outlet control — verify network management card compatibility and firmware revision requirements for your APC EcoStruxure IT or Data Center Expert management infrastructure before deployment. For environments already running APC infrastructure management, this PDU integrates into the same management plane as other Advanced series units. Pair this with an appropriately rated UPS upstream — a 14.4kW load requires a UPS sized well above that figure (account for efficiency losses and N+1 headroom). The 50/60 Hz dual-frequency support means a single SKU can be stocked across North American and international facilities without maintaining separate part numbers for each region.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input plug does the APDU10451SW use?

A: The APDU10451SW uses a CS8365C locking plug — a 4-wire (3P+G), 50A, 3-phase connector standard in North American data center power distribution. Your facility panel or in-row PDU must have a matching CS8365R receptacle.

Q: What is the total power capacity of the APDU10451SW?

A: The APDU10451SW is rated at 14,400 VA (14.4kW) at 208V, 3-phase, 50A input. Plan your per-phase load distribution across A, B, and C legs to stay within breaker limits.

Q: Will the APDU10451SW work in a 50 Hz facility outside North America?

A: Yes — the APDU10451SW supports both 50 Hz and 60 Hz input frequency, making it compatible with North American 60 Hz facilities and international installations running 50 Hz power grids, provided the 208V 3-phase input voltage matches your distribution infrastructure.

Q: Does the APDU10451SW fit in a standard 42U rack?

A: The unit measures 71.89 inches (182.6 cm) and is designed for 0U vertical mounting in standard 42U rack enclosures. Verify the internal vertical PDU channel dimensions of your specific cabinet — racks with installed cable management arms may have reduced clearance.

Q: How heavy is the APDU10451SW and can one person install it?

A: The unit weighs 24.7 lb (11.2 kg). While the weight is manageable for one person, the 71-inch length makes two-person installation strongly advisable to avoid damage during racking in confined hot-aisle/cold-aisle layouts.

Q: What is the cord length on the APDU10451SW?

A: The input power cord is 5.9 ft (1.8 m). Measure the distance from your PDU vertical mount position to the facility power tap before installation — tight or non-standard cabinet configurations may require repositioning the tap point.

Eden Phillips

The APDU10451SW sits at the intersection of capacity and control — 14,400 VA at 208V 3-phase is genuinely high-density territory, and the Advanced Switched designation means you're getting per-outlet remote power cycling rather than just monitoring. For any environment where a hung server or locked-up network appliance requires a physical site visit to reboot, that switching capability directly translates to reduced MTTR and lower operational cost per incident.

Technical Highlights:

• 14.4kW 3-Phase Capacity: At 50A on a 208V 3-phase CS8365C input, this PDU is sized for fully loaded high-density racks — plan 80% derate (40A continuous) per NEC 220.18, which gives you 11.5kW of sustained load before you're pushing breaker limits.
• 50/60 Hz Dual Frequency: A single APDU10451SW SKU covers both 60 Hz North American and 50 Hz international deployments — useful for multi-region organizations standardizing on a single PDU part number across global data hall footprints.
• 0U Vertical Form Factor (182.6 cm): Full-height vertical installation preserves every rack unit for active equipment. The 71.89-inch chassis length is matched to standard 42U rack internal heights — confirm vertical PDU channel availability before quoting, as not all enclosures include them by default.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 1.8 m (5.9 ft) input cord length is adequate for most vertical PDU installations, but measure your facility tap-to-mount distance before final placement — cord strain at the CS8365C connector is a common field issue in retrofitted or non-standard cabinet rows.
• At 24.7 lb and 71 inches, this is a two-person rack job in any confined aisle. Do not attempt solo installation in operational hot-aisle environments — the length creates leverage that makes connector alignment difficult without a second set of hands.

The APDU10451SW is the right spec for a greenfield high-density data center row where 208V 3-phase distribution is already provisioned and the operations team needs remote outlet control to avoid truck-roll costs on routine server reboots — co-location facilities and enterprise server rooms with geographically distributed IT staff are the primary deployment target.