Middle Atlantic PD-1815R-RN 18-Outlet 1U Rackmount Power Distribution Unit
Overview
The Middle Atlantic PD-1815R-RN is a 1U rackmount power distribution unit built for AV and security equipment racks where outlet density and surge protection matter at every cabinet position. With 18 NEMA 5-15R outlets — 9 accessible from the front, 9 from the rear — the PD-1815R-RN eliminates the cable-management headaches that come with single-sided strips when you're wiring a mix of NVRs, switches, and encoders in the same rack. The 9 ft, 14 AWG NEMA 5-15P power cord reaches most rack-room panels without an extension. A 15A circuit breaker provides overload protection, and 2-stage surge suppression with EMI filtering keeps transients off sensitive electronics without requiring a separate filter unit.
Compatibility
The PD-1815R-RN fits any standard 19-inch EIA rack in horizontal or vertical orientation via its 2 mounting points. It pairs directly with Middle Atlantic rack enclosures and rack systems — including the Essex, BGR, and ERK series cabinets — where consistent outlet depth and cable routing are part of the cabinet design. NEMA 5-15R outlets support standard 15A plugs used across the majority of commercial network video recorders, PoE switches, access control panels, and encoders deployed in North American security installations. At 4 inches deep and 1U tall, it installs in shallow AV racks and full-depth server cabinets alike. Not rated for 20A devices — if any component in the rack draws more than 15A or uses a NEMA 5-20P plug, route that load to a separate 20A circuit.
Installation Notes
Mount horizontally or vertically using the 2 included rack-mount points. The 1U form factor leaves adjacent rack space fully accessible. Steel construction with black powder coat finish stands up to the handling typical in integrator staging environments. EMI filtering is internal — no additional filter modules required. Verify your facility circuit is rated for 15A before commissioning; the onboard breaker protects the PDU but does not substitute for proper branch-circuit sizing at the panel.
