Vertiv PD5-005 UPS Output Power Distribution Module
Overview
The Vertiv PD5-005 is a plug-in Output POD (Power Output Distribution) module designed exclusively for the Liebert GXT5 5000VA and 6000VA Medium Voltage rack UPS systems — specifically the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN and GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN. If your downstream equipment needs a mixed L5-20R and L6-30R receptacle layout, the PD5-005 delivers exactly that off a single NEMA L14-30P input, eliminating the need for external PDUs and their associated cabling overhead in your rack.
This module sits within the broader Vertiv GXT5 UPS line, which offers a family of Output POD variants to match virtually any downstream receptacle requirement. The PD5-005 (often searched as PD5 005) addresses the common scenario where a rack holds a mix of 120V L5-20R-equipped devices alongside 240V L6-30R loads — a configuration typical in edge data centers and wiring closets running heterogeneous equipment.
Key Features
- NEMA L14-30P Input Connector: The L14-30P twist-lock input mates directly to the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN and GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN output terminals, providing a secure, vibration-resistant connection — critical in rack environments where a loose power connection means downtime, not just a tripped breaker.
- Four NEMA L5-20R Output Receptacles: The four 120V locking receptacles handle up to 20A per circuit, giving you protected, conditioned UPS power for standard rack equipment like servers, switches, and storage nodes without requiring external adapters or step-down hardware.
- Two NEMA L6-30R Output Receptacles: The pair of 240V locking outlets serve higher-draw or dual-voltage equipment — think dense compute nodes, certain IP-based access control panels, or AV matrix switchers that specify 240V input for efficiency. Having these on the same POD as the L5-20R outlets means one module covers a mixed-voltage rack column cleanly.
- Mixed-Voltage Receptacle Layout in a Single Module: Rather than running two separate PDUs — one for 120V loads and one for 240V loads — the PD5-005 consolidates both voltage classes behind a single UPS output. That matters for rack space: fewer PDUs, fewer cable runs, fewer single points of failure in your power distribution chain.
- Purpose-Built GXT5 Compatibility: This POD is engineered specifically for the rack UPS systems in the GXT5 MV 4U series. It is not a generic PDU. That specificity means the module's amperage, connector keying, and physical form factor are matched to the host UPS — reducing the risk of mismatched load capacity or physical incompatibility that can occur with third-party distribution hardware.
- Eliminates External PDU in UPS-Downstream Wiring: By terminating UPS output power directly at this POD inside the rack, you shorten the power path and reduce the number of connection points between the UPS and your protected equipment. Fewer connections mean fewer potential failure points in your power protection chain.
Integration & Compatibility
The PD5-005 is compatible with exactly two GXT5 host UPS models: the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN (5000VA Medium Voltage, 4U rack) and the GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN (6000VA Medium Voltage, 4U rack). It is not compatible with the GXT5 Low Voltage 2U series (those units use MP2-series PODs), the GXT5 High Voltage 5U series (PD5-201/202), or the 15–20kVA tower/rack variants (VMBC series). Verify your host UPS model number precisely before ordering — the GXT5 POD ecosystem uses model-specific connector and amperage matching, and an incorrect POD will not physically seat or may present a mismatched load circuit.
If your downstream equipment is purely L6-20R (240V, 20A), consider the PD5-006 instead, which provides four L6-20R receptacles off the same L14-30P input. If you need a mix of NEMA 5-15/20R general-purpose outlets alongside a locking L6-30R, the PD5-001 or PD5-003 may be the better fit for your receptacle inventory. Review your equipment's input connector specs against the full Vertiv POD family before committing to a specific module.
For environments requiring hardwired termination rather than plug-in receptacles, Vertiv also offers hardwired POD variants for the GXT5 MV series. The PD5-005 is the plug-receptacle version — confirm with your facilities team whether your local electrical code requires hardwired distribution at this amperage before purchasing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which GXT5 UPS models is the PD5-005 compatible with?
A: The PD5-005 is compatible exclusively with the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN (5000VA Medium Voltage, 4U) and GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN (6000VA Medium Voltage, 4U). It does not fit the Low Voltage 2U series (MP2-series PODs), the High Voltage 5U series, or the 15–20kVA variants.
Q: What receptacles does the PD5-005 provide on the output side?
A: Four NEMA L5-20R (120V locking) receptacles and two NEMA L6-30R (240V locking) receptacles. The input is a single NEMA L14-30P twist-lock connector.
Q: Can I use the PD5-005 with a GXT5-5000LVRT2UXL (Low Voltage 2U)?
A: No. The Low Voltage 2U series uses MP2-series Output PODs, not PD5-series modules. The PD5-005 is engineered for the Medium Voltage 4U rack platform only.
Q: Is the PD5-005 a standalone PDU or does it require installation into the GXT5 UPS?
A: It is a plug-in Output POD that installs directly into the GXT5 MV 4U UPS via the NEMA L14-30P connection. It is not a standalone PDU and requires the compatible host UPS to function.
Q: Are there other PD5 variants if the L5-20R / L6-30R mix doesn't match my equipment?
A: Yes. The PD5 family includes six plug-in variants and two hardwired variants, all compatible with the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN and GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN. Options include all-L6-20R (PD5-006), mixed L6-20R and 5-15/20R (PD5-002), and mixed L6-30R and 5-15/20R (PD5-001 and PD5-003), among others.
Q: Does the PD5-005 require a separate circuit breaker panel or is protection handled by the host UPS?
A: The host GXT5 UPS provides the upstream circuit protection and conditioning. The PD5-005 distributes that protected output to downstream receptacles — check the GXT5 host's output specifications and your local electrical code for any additional panel or breaker requirements at the 30A L14-30P feed level.
The PD5-005 is one of the more targeted POD options in the GXT5 MV family — its specific value is the combination of four NEMA L5-20R and two NEMA L6-30R receptacles off a single L14-30P input, which is exactly what you need when a 4U rack column holds both standard 120V locking loads and a 240V high-draw device sharing the same UPS output. If that receptacle mix matches your rack inventory, this module eliminates a separate PDU entirely.
Technical Highlights:
- NEMA L14-30P Input: Twist-lock connection to the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN or GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN output — physically keyed to those two models, so there's no guessing about connector compatibility at installation.
- 4x L5-20R + 2x L6-30R Output Mix: The six receptacles span both 120V and 240V at up to 20A and 30A respectively, covering the most common mixed-voltage rack configuration without a secondary PDU in the power chain.
- POD Ecosystem Selectivity: The PD5 family offers eight variants (six plug-in, two hardwired) for just these two GXT5 MV UPS models — meaning you can dial in the exact receptacle layout your equipment demands rather than settling for a generic PDU that wastes outlets or forces adapter cables.
Deployment Considerations:
- Confirm your host UPS model number to the full suffix before ordering — GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN and GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN are the only supported hosts; the visually similar LV 2U and HV 5U series use entirely different POD series and will not accept this module.
- At 30A L14-30P feed, verify with your facilities team whether local electrical code mandates a sub-panel or dedicated breaker upstream of the UPS before this module goes live — the UPS handles conditioning, but the building feed infrastructure is your responsibility to validate.
The PD5-005 is the right call for edge data centers and wiring closets running a GXT5 5000VA or 6000VA MV UPS where the rack holds a documented mix of L5-20R-equipped servers or switches alongside L6-30R high-draw or dual-voltage appliances — and where eliminating a second PDU in the rack is worth the specificity of a purpose-built Output POD.
