APC by Schneider Electric APDU11450SW Advanced Switched 3-Phase Rack PDU
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric APDU11450SW is a high-density, advanced switched rack PDU engineered for 3-phase power distribution in demanding data center and enterprise rack environments. Rated at 34.6KW at 415V with a 60A input on a 560P6 plug, this unit delivers granular per-outlet switching and monitoring across 21 output connectors — giving facilities and IT teams the control they need to manage power loads, sequence equipment startup, and respond to remote reboot requests without dispatching staff to the floor. For environments running network video recorders, edge compute nodes, or high-density IP camera infrastructure, consolidated switched PDU management translates directly into reduced downtime and faster incident response.
Key Features
- 34.6KW / 415V / 60A 3-Phase Input: Handles serious rack power loads — enough headroom for fully populated high-density compute or storage racks without requiring multiple PDUs per rack. The 560P6 plug mates with standard 3-phase facility circuits common in Tier III/IV data centers.
- Advanced Switched Per-Outlet Control: Each outlet can be switched on, off, or rebooted independently via the network interface. This matters in production environments where a hung NVR or managed switch needs a controlled power cycle without touching other rack residents.
- 21 Output Connectors (C13/C15/C19/C21 Mix): The mixed outlet format accommodates both standard IEC C14 devices and higher-current C20 equipment on the same PDU — useful in mixed-density racks that combine 1U servers, storage arrays, and power-hungry GPU nodes.
- 240V Output Voltage: Downstream devices receive 240V, compatible with international and dual-voltage enterprise hardware — a practical consideration in globally standardized rack deployments.
- 0U Vertical Form Factor (71.9" H × 3" W × 2.2" D): Mounts vertically inside the rack cabinet without consuming rack unit space. The 2.2-inch depth keeps it flush against the side rail, preserving airflow paths and cable management lanes critical in high-density thermal environments.
- NetShelter Series Integration: Designed within the APC NetShelter ecosystem, this PDU pairs cleanly with NetShelter SX and SY enclosures, simplifying procurement and support for shops already standardized on APC by Schneider Electric infrastructure.
- Remote Management Capable: The "Advanced Switched" designation signals built-in network management — enabling outlet-level scheduling, load monitoring, and environmental alerting through APC's management interface. This is the feature that separates it from metered-only or basic switched models in the rack PDU category.
Integration & Compatibility
The APDU11450SW is suited for integration into data center infrastructure management (DCIM) platforms and pairs with APC's EcoStruxure IT software for centralized power monitoring. Its 3-phase design requires a compatible 60A 415V facility circuit and 560P6 receptacle — verify with your facilities team before ordering. For multi-rack deployments, consider pairing with a UPS upstream to provide runtime and protection against input power events. Refer to your rack power planning guide for load balancing across phases before commissioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What input plug type does the APDU11450SW use?
A: The APDU11450SW uses a 560P6 plug, designed for 3-phase 60A 415V facility circuits standard in enterprise data center environments.
Q: How many outlets does the APDU11450SW provide?
A: It provides 21 output connectors in a mixed C13/C15/C19/C21 configuration, accommodating a range of IEC-standard enterprise hardware.
Q: Does the APDU11450SW take up rack unit space?
A: No — at 71.9 inches tall, 3 inches wide, and 2.2 inches deep, it mounts vertically inside the rack cabinet in a 0U configuration, preserving rack unit space for active equipment.
Q: What is the output voltage of the APDU11450SW?
A: The output voltage is 240V, suitable for dual-voltage and international enterprise hardware commonly deployed in mixed data center environments.
Q: Can individual outlets be controlled remotely on the APDU11450SW?
A: Yes. As an Advanced Switched PDU, the APDU11450SW supports per-outlet remote switching — including individual power cycling — via its network management interface.
The APDU11450SW is one of the heavier hitters in APC's switched PDU lineup — a 34.6KW, 60A, 3-phase unit that makes sense when you're powering a full high-density rack and need outlet-level control over every device in it. I reach for this model when a customer is running mixed compute and storage in a colocation or enterprise machine room and needs the ability to remotely cycle specific devices without affecting adjacent rack residents.
Technical Highlights:
- 34.6KW at 415V / 60A: That's enough load capacity for a densely populated rack — think dual-socket servers, NVMe storage shelves, and network gear simultaneously — without splitting the load across two PDUs and two circuit drops.
- 21 Mixed IEC Outlets (C13/C15/C19/C21): The outlet mix handles both standard and high-current loads in the same chassis. You're not forced to homogenize your hardware selection around a single plug type, which matters in mixed-vendor environments.
- 0U Vertical Mounting (71.9" × 3" × 2.2"): At 2.2 inches of depth, this sits nearly flush against the rail. In hot-aisle/cold-aisle containment setups, that depth discipline matters — every inch of PDU protrusion is airflow you're fighting.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm your facility has a 560P6 60A 3-phase receptacle before finalizing the order — retrofitting a circuit for this input spec is a facilities project, not a day-of task.
- The 240V output is correct for dual-voltage enterprise hardware but will not serve single-phase 120V North American devices — plan your outlet allocation accordingly if the rack has mixed-voltage requirements.
This PDU is the right call for a Tier III or Tier IV data center rack running compute-intensive workloads — video analytics servers, GPU inference nodes, or high-channel NVR infrastructure — where remote outlet control and 3-phase load distribution are non-negotiable operational requirements.
