APC Smart-ups SRT 6KVA PDU 208V (4) L6-20 & (1) L6-30 - SRT005

APC by Schneider Electric SRT005 6kVA 208V Basic PDU

Overview

The APC by Schneider Electric SRT005 is a 6000 VA basic power distribution unit rated at 208V, designed to distribute power from an upstream UPS or PDU to protected loads via five NEMA locking outlets. With four NEMA L6-20R receptacles and one NEMA L6-30R receptacle, the SRT005 is purpose-built for environments where 208V branch circuit distribution to mixed-load equipment — servers, networking gear, or security infrastructure — demands a clean, locking-outlet interface. Its compact footprint (121 mm W × 51 mm D × 190 mm H) makes it suitable for tight rack or enclosure installs where space is at a premium.

This is a basic PDU — no metering, no remote switching, no outlet-level monitoring. If your deployment requires per-outlet power measurement or remote management, evaluate a metered or switched variant in the APC PDU lineup. For straightforward branch circuit distribution behind an APC Smart-UPS SRT system, the SRT005 does the job without the overhead of a managed unit.

Key Features

• 6000 VA Load Capacity at 208V: Handles up to 6 kVA of connected load — sufficient for a full rack of 1U servers or a dense switch stack where each draw is metered upstream. Matching load capacity to your UPS output prevents the PDU from becoming the weak link in your power chain.
• Four NEMA L6-20R Outlets: Locking 20A twist-lock receptacles reduce accidental disconnection risk under vibration or rack congestion — an important detail in data closets or mobile command infrastructure where cord management is imperfect.
• One NEMA L6-30R Outlet: The single 30A locking receptacle accommodates higher-draw devices — a dense PoE switch, a high-wattage server, or a storage array — without requiring a separate circuit drop or additional PDU.
• 208V Input: Designed specifically for 208V branch circuits common in commercial and enterprise electrical infrastructure. Confirm your upstream feed is 208V (not 120V or 240V) before commissioning — this PDU is not dual-voltage.
• Compact Physical Profile: At 121 mm wide and 190 mm tall with only 51 mm depth, the SRT005 fits in rack-adjacent spaces, wall-mount enclosures, or equipment cabinets where a full 1U or 2U chassis PDU would not. Actual mounting configuration should be verified against your enclosure specs.
• REACH and RoHS Compliance: Meets EU chemical substance restrictions under REACH and hazardous material limits under RoHS — relevant for deployments in regulated environments or facilities with environmental procurement requirements.

Integration and Compatibility

The SRT005 is matched to the APC Smart-UPS SRT series infrastructure, where the UPS output feeds this PDU for downstream distribution. Verify that your upstream UPS or transfer switch output matches the 208V input and that the total connected load across all five outlets does not exceed 6000 VA. Consult your UPS and power protection selection resources to confirm upstream capacity before deployment. For rack planning, reference a power distribution and UPS sizing guide to avoid oversubscription across branch circuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What outlet types does the SRT005 include?

A: The SRT005 has five total outlets: four NEMA L6-20R (20A locking) and one NEMA L6-30R (30A locking), all rated for 208V operation.

Q: What is the total load capacity of the SRT005?

A: The SRT005 is rated at 6000 VA at 208V nominal input voltage. Do not exceed this across all connected loads simultaneously.

Q: Is the SRT005 a metered or managed PDU?

A: No. The SRT005 is a basic PDU — it provides power distribution only, with no outlet-level metering, switching, or network management capability.

Q: What compliance certifications does the SRT005 carry?

A: The SRT005 carries REACH and RoHS compliance certifications, meeting EU standards for chemical substance restrictions and hazardous material limits.

Q: What are the physical dimensions of the SRT005?

A: The unit measures 121 mm wide × 51 mm deep × 190 mm tall. Package dimensions are 279 mm × 229 mm × 203 mm with a packaged weight of 1.36 kg.

Q: Is the SRT005 compatible with 240V or 120V circuits?

A: No. The SRT005 is rated for 208V nominal input. It is not a dual-voltage unit — confirm your branch circuit is 208V before installation.

Jerry Tildsen

The SRT005 is a straightforward branch-circuit PDU that gets called in when you need to break out a 208V UPS output into multiple locking receptacles without adding management overhead. What I pay attention to with this unit is the outlet mix: four L6-20R plus one L6-30R across a 6000 VA capacity means you need to plan your load allocation carefully — you can't pull 20A from all four 20A outlets simultaneously at 208V and stay under 6 kVA without headroom math.

Technical Highlights:

• 6000 VA at 208V: That's roughly 28.8A total available. Spread across five outlets, average draw per outlet needs to stay well under nameplate — standard derating practice for any PDU in a 24/7 environment.
• Mixed L6-20R / L6-30R outlet configuration: The single L6-30R is the right socket for your highest single-load device. Plan which equipment gets the 30A slot before you rack — retrofitting cord sets after the fact wastes time.
• Compact 121 × 51 × 190 mm chassis: This is not a rack-mount 1U bar. Verify your enclosure or mounting surface accommodates this form factor — it may sit vertically in a cabinet rather than on a rail.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is a basic PDU — no network port, no current display, no outlet switching. If your operations team needs remote visibility into per-outlet loads or the ability to cycle an outlet without touching the rack, this is the wrong unit. Step up to a metered or switched APC PDU for those requirements.
• The 208V-only input is not negotiable. Wiring this to a 240V single-phase feed or a 120V circuit will either damage connected equipment or simply not work. Verify upstream voltage at the panel before the unit ships to site.

The SRT005 fits cleanly in data closets or security equipment enclosures where a Smart-UPS SRT already handles the runtime and conditioning, and you simply need a reliable, locking-outlet distribution point for a mixed device load at 208V — no management, no complexity.