Middle Atlantic M 2U 24A 120V(16)5-20R L5-30P - LP-41320

Middle Atlantic LP-41320 2U Horizontal Rack PDU — 30A, 16-Outlet, 120V

The Middle Atlantic LP-41320 is a 2U horizontal rackmount power distribution unit rated at 30 amps and 120 VAC, delivering 16 NEMA 5-20R receptacles from a single L5-30P input cord. It is built for equipment racks in security operations centers, server closets, access control head-end rooms, and surveillance infrastructure deployments where consolidating branch-circuit power into a clean, rack-integrated format is non-negotiable. The LP-41320 (often searched as LP 41320) ships TAA-compliant out of the box, which matters for government, education, and federal contract work where procurement rules require it.

Overview

Rack power is a detail that gets ignored until it causes a problem — an undersized PDU tripping a breaker mid-shift, a tangle of power strips zip-tied to the side of the rack, or a last-minute scramble for NEMA adapters at commissioning. The LP-41320 solves that at the rack-planning stage: a single 30A locking input feeds 16 independently usable 5-20R outlets across a 2U horizontal form factor measuring 17.2 in wide × 3.5 in tall × 5.2 in deep, with a 9.84 ft (3 m) black and silver corded whip that reaches a typical overhead or floor-mounted PDU panel without extension hardware. Explore the broader Middle Atlantic power and rack product line for matching enclosures and cable management.

Key Features

• 30A / 120 VAC Input via L5-30P Locking Plug: The twist-lock L5-30P connector prevents accidental disconnection on a loaded rack — a legitimate failure mode on high-density deployments where incidental contact with a straight-blade plug can drop an entire equipment set. Verify your circuit panel has a matching 30A L5-30 receptacle or a compatible step-down transformer before specifying this unit.
• 16 × NEMA 5-20R Receptacles: Sixteen outlets is enough to feed a full NVR, PoE switch, managed switches, access control panels, intercoms, and ancillary gear in a single rack without daisy-chaining. The 5-20R receptacle accepts both standard 5-15P (15A) and 5-20P (20A) straight-blade plugs, giving you flexibility across mixed equipment without adapters.
• 2U Horizontal Rack Form Factor: At 17.2 in wide and 3.5 in tall, the LP-41320 mounts in any standard 19-inch EIA rack and consumes only 2U — keeping rack space available for equipment rather than power infrastructure. Horizontal mounting means outlet faces are accessible from the front or rear depending on installation orientation, which simplifies patching in dense racks. Browse rack-mount PDUs to compare capacity and outlet configurations.
• 9.84 ft (3 m) Cord Length: Three meters of cord covers most distances from rack PDU to the room's branch-circuit outlet or transformer panel. In tight IDF closets and prefab security head-end rooms, this reach typically eliminates the need for extension cords, which are a code and reliability concern in 24/7 security infrastructure.
• 5.2 in Depth: The shallow 5.2 in body clears cleanly in four-post racks and two-post open frames without protruding into cable management lanes. Contractors working in wall-mount enclosures and shallow-depth racks (commonly found in retail and small commercial surveillance installs) will find this fits where deeper PDUs do not.
• TAA Compliant: The LP-41320 meets Trade Agreements Act requirements, qualifying it for GSA schedule purchases and federal/state/local government contracts where TAA compliance is mandated. This is a procurement gate item — confirm TAA status before submitting quotes on public-sector jobs. If you are sourcing for a government security project, also review the TAA-compliant security products collection.
• Black and Silver Finish: The two-tone finish integrates cleanly in both open commercial racks and enclosed equipment cabinets without the jarring industrial look of bare gray steel. Minor point, but facility managers and IT directors in corporate environments have opinions about what goes in a glass-door cabinet in a visible MDF.

Integration and Compatibility

The LP-41320 is a passive (non-metered, non-switched) PDU — it provides no per-outlet switching, remote monitoring, or current metering. If your deployment requires outlet-level load monitoring or remote power cycling of individual devices (common in remotely managed surveillance sites or unattended kiosks), specify a metered or switched variant instead. For standard head-end rooms and security racks where an on-site technician manages the equipment, the passive form factor is the right call: fewer failure points, no firmware to maintain, no network dependency for power delivery. Pair with a UPS or battery backup upstream of the L5-30P input to cover brief outages — the LP-41320 itself provides no conditioning or backup. The 5-20R outlets will accept any device with a NEMA 5-15P or 5-20P plug, covering virtually all NVR, switch, access control, and intercom hardware in the commercial security space.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input plug does the LP-41320 use, and what circuit do I need at the panel?

A: The LP-41320 uses an L5-30P twist-lock input plug, which requires a 30-amp, 120 VAC NEMA L5-30R receptacle at the panel. Make sure your branch circuit is rated for 30A before installation — a 20A circuit will not safely support this unit at rated load.

Q: Is the LP-41320 TAA compliant for government procurement?

A: Yes. The LP-41320 is TAA compliant, making it eligible for GSA schedule and federal, state, and local government contract purchases where Trade Agreements Act compliance is required.

Q: How many devices can the LP-41320 power simultaneously?

A: The unit provides 16 NEMA 5-20R outlets from a 30A / 120 VAC input. Total draw across all 16 outlets must stay within the 30A branch circuit rating (with an 80% continuous load rule in mind, plan for a maximum sustained draw of 24A across all connected devices).

Q: Does the LP-41320 support remote monitoring or per-outlet switching?

A: No. The LP-41320 is a passive PDU — it provides no metering, monitoring, or switching capability. If remote power management is required, specify a metered or switched PDU variant.

Q: Will the LP-41320 fit in a standard 19-inch rack?

A: Yes. At 17.2 in wide and 3.5 in tall (2U), it fits any standard 19-inch EIA rack mount. The 5.2 in depth keeps it from protruding into cable management lanes in most four-post and two-post rack installations.

Q: Can I use standard NEMA 5-15P plugs in the 5-20R outlets?

A: Yes. NEMA 5-20R receptacles are backward-compatible with 5-15P straight-blade plugs, so standard 15A-rated equipment will plug in without adapters. The outlet will also accept 5-20P plugs for 20A-rated devices.