Vertiv I10082 Metered Upgradeable Vertical Rack PDU
Overview
The Vertiv I10082 is a 30A, 208V vertical rack power distribution unit engineered for dense server and network deployments where real-time load visibility matters and future monitoring expansion is on the roadmap. Part of the Vertiv PowerIT rPDU family, this unit ships as a metered PDU — local LED display gives you instant power consumption data at the rack — but the Upgradeable architecture means you can convert it to a fully monitored unit later by hot-swapping in an Interchangeable Monitoring Device (IMD) without rewiring the rack. The model number for this configuration is MN01D4B1-36IT68-3TL6A0A10-S, and every I10082 unit is 100% factory-tested before shipment.
At 66 inches (1,683mm) in a 2.0 x 2.0 inch profile, this unit runs the full height of a standard 42U or 45U cabinet, keeping your power outlets distributed across the rack face rather than concentrated at one end. Thirty IEC C13 and six IEC C19 outlets cover a typical mixed population of 1U servers and high-draw storage or networking gear respectively.
Key Features
- 36-Outlet Mixed Receptacle Layout (30x IEC C13 / 6x IEC C19): The 30 C13 outlets handle standard 1U servers and appliances, while the six C19 outlets accommodate higher-current devices — think high-density switches, storage arrays, or UPS bypass connections. Both receptacle types operate at 208V, so there is no voltage mismatch risk in mixed-equipment racks.
- 30A / 4.9kW Load Capacity: Running at 208V on a 30A L6-30P circuit, the I10082 delivers 4.9kW of usable capacity. On a fully loaded 36-outlet unit, that gives you roughly 136W average per outlet before hitting the breaker — practical headroom for modern hyperconverged or storage-dense racks.
- ANSI C12.1 / IEC 62053-21 Metering at 1% Accuracy: The local LED display reports kWh, W, VA, power factor, volts, and amps at phase level — measurements independently compliant with ANSI C12.1 and IEC 62053-21. That 1% accuracy class is meaningful when you're doing chargeback billing by rack or tracking PUE against SLA targets.
- Breaker-Level Circuit Monitoring at 2% Accuracy: Two 20A double-pole magnetic breakers each protect 15 C13 outlets plus 3 C19 outlets. The I10082 monitors current independently per breaker at 2% verified accuracy — you can spot an overloaded circuit before it trips, which is the difference between proactive load balancing and an unplanned outage.
- Hot-Swap Upgradeable to Full Network Monitoring: The PowerIT Upgradeable architecture lets you add Vertiv's IMD module to promote this unit from metered to monitored without replacing the PDU. If your current deployment doesn't need SNMP/web monitoring but a future expansion will, buying the I10082 now avoids a full PDU swap-out later.
- Dual 20A Double-Pole Magnetic Breakers: Magnetic breakers are preferred over thermal breakers in high-temperature environments because their trip threshold doesn't drift with ambient temperature. At a maximum operating temperature of 60°C (140°F), this matters in hot-aisle-containment deployments where the rack rear can get warm.
- NEMA L6-30P Twistlock Plug on 10ft / 3M Power Cord: The twistlock connector resists accidental disconnection — a real concern in colocation environments with multiple technicians working adjacent racks. The 10-foot cord provides enough slack for bottom-front power entry without requiring an overhead whip or extension.
- TAA Compliant, Buy American Act COTS Compliant, Made in USA: For federal, DoD, or GSA-schedule deployments, the I10082 satisfies TAA and Buy American Act COTS requirements out of the box — no separate compliance audit needed. UL and c-UL Listing under 62368-1 covers both US and Canadian installations.
- RoHS and FCC Part 15 Class A Compliant: RoHS compliance keeps hazardous materials out of the equipment room, and FCC Part 15 Class A conformance means the unit won't introduce RF interference into sensitive lab or broadcast environments.
- Heavy Steel Powder-Coat Black Construction: The steel chassis handles the physical abuse of repeated cable management and equipment hot-swaps without the flex or cracking you'd see in lighter alloy units. Toolless mounting hardware at 61.25in and 64.75in center-to-center spacing fits standard two-post and four-post racks.
Integration and Compatibility
The I10082 installs in any standard rack or open-frame cabinet that can accommodate a 66.25-inch vertical PDU. The toolless mounting hardware supports two standard center-to-center spacings (61.25in and 64.75in), which covers the majority of 42U and 45U two-post and four-post racks in production today. Power entry is at the bottom front, which aligns with most raised-floor or under-floor power delivery configurations common in data center and colocation environments.
For teams managing a Vertiv infrastructure deployment, the IMD upgrade path keeps this PDU compatible with Vertiv's broader monitoring ecosystem. If you are building out a new rack with rack PDUs and need to decide between metered and monitored at purchase time, the Upgradeable designation specifically means you are not locked in — the hardware investment carries forward. Pair the I10082 with a Vertiv UPS on the upstream circuit for a complete power assurance chain. Review the power planning and PDU selection guide if you are sizing multiple circuits across a pod.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can the I10082 be upgraded to network-monitored (SNMP/web) without replacing the PDU?
A: Yes. The I10082 is built on Vertiv's PowerIT Upgradeable platform. Adding a compatible Interchangeable Monitoring Device (IMD) via hot-swap converts the unit from metered to monitored. This preserves your wiring and outlet assignments — no rack pull required.
Q: What power input does the I10082 require?
A: The I10082 connects via a NEMA L6-30P twistlock plug on a 10-foot cord. It requires a 30A, 200–240V single-phase circuit. The unit is rated at 4.9kW at 208V, 50/60Hz.
Q: How accurate is the power metering on the I10082?
A: Phase-level monitoring (kWh, W, VA, PF, V, A) meets ANSI C12.1 and IEC 62053-21 at 1% accuracy. Breaker/circuit-level current measurements are independently tested and verified at 2% accuracy.
Q: Is the I10082 TAA compliant for government or federal procurement?
A: Yes. The I10082 is manufactured in the USA and is both TAA Compliant and Buy American Act COTS Compliant, making it suitable for federal, DoD, and GSA-schedule procurement.
Q: What is the warranty on the I10082?
A: Vertiv covers the I10082 with a 5-year limited warranty.
Q: What overcurrent protection is built into the I10082?
A: The unit uses two 20A double-pole magnetic breakers. Each breaker protects 15 C13 outlets and 3 C19 outlets. Magnetic breakers are thermally stable — their trip point does not drift at elevated ambient temperatures unlike thermal breakers.
The I10082 is one of those PDUs I'd spec without hesitation into a mixed-density rack where you know monitoring requirements are going to evolve — the 1% ANSI-compliant phase metering gives you solid chargeback and PUE data today, and the hot-swap IMD upgrade path means you're not buying a second PDU when the team decides they need SNMP visibility next year.
Technical Highlights:
- 1% Phase Metering Accuracy: Meets ANSI C12.1 and IEC 62053-21 — not just nominal accuracy, but independently compliant. Relevant if you're doing per-rack billing in a colo or multi-tenant environment where a 2–3% error compounds across hundreds of metered circuits.
- Dual 20A Magnetic Breakers: Each protecting 15 C13 + 3 C19 outlets independently. The magnetic trip mechanism holds its threshold at the 60°C maximum operating temperature rating — useful in hot-aisle-containment racks where rear temperatures routinely run 10–15°C above ambient.
- 36-Outlet Mixed Layout at 4.9kW: Thirty C13 plus six C19 on a single 30A/208V circuit. The C19 outlets are individually positioned (not banked) so you can assign them to high-draw gear without blocking adjacent C13 ports with bulky C19 connectors.
Deployment Considerations:
- Bottom-front power entry with a 10-foot L6-30P twistlock cord — verify your floor PDU stub-up or overhead whip reaches the front bottom of the cabinet before ordering. The twistlock eliminates accidental disconnection but requires the matching L6-30P receptacle on your power circuit; confirm your panel or UPS output matches before installation.
- The 66.25-inch chassis length fits standard 42U and 45U cabinets but will not fit a 36U or shorter enclosure — check your cabinet's vertical PDU rail clearance (61.25in and 64.75in toolless mounting spacings) against your specific cabinet model before deployment.
The I10082 is the right call for enterprise data center rows, federal colocation builds (TAA + Buy American Act compliance verified), and any deployment where you want metered visibility now and the option to add network monitoring later without pulling the PDU from the rack.
