Middle Atlantic PD-2015R-NS 20-Outlet 15A Rackmount Power Distribution Unit
Overview
The Middle Atlantic PD-2015R-NS is a 1U, 20-outlet rackmount PDU built for AV racks, security equipment enclosures, and IT infrastructure deployments where a single 15A circuit needs to feed a dense mix of recorders, switches, and control hardware. At 19" wide and 1.75" tall, it occupies a single rack unit and draws from a standard NEMA 5-15P plug on a 9 ft cord — long enough to reach a dedicated circuit without an extension. The 20 outlets split evenly between 10 front-facing and 10 rear-facing positions, which matters in open-frame and mid-depth racks where you're managing cables from both sides. A combo breaker provides overcurrent protection without requiring a service call to reset, and the pilot light gives instant visual confirmation that the unit is live — useful in dark equipment closets where you're troubleshooting under time pressure.
Compatibility
Sized to the EIA-310 19" rack standard, the PD-2015R-NS fits any compliant rack or enclosure from Middle Atlantic, Belden, Chatsworth, Panduit, Legrand, or equivalent. The NEMA 5-15P input is compatible with standard 15A North American branch circuits — confirm your panel has a dedicated 15A breaker before loading all 20 outlets. The multi-mount design supports horizontal rackmounting in network and security equipment racks as well as alternate orientations for shallow or non-standard enclosures. All outlets are standard NEMA 5-15R, accommodating the power bricks and IEC-to-NEMA adapters common across network video recorders, PoE switches, and access control panels. Review the Middle Atlantic rack power and enclosure line for companion surge-protected and metered PDU variants if monitoring or surge suppression is a project requirement.
Installation Notes
Total load across all 20 outlets must not exceed 15A (1,800W at 120V) on the single circuit — plan your load budget before installation. The 9 ft cord provides flexibility in rack placement relative to the wall outlet, but the unit is not suitable for 20A circuits without an adapter, and no such adapter is recommended. The combo breaker resets manually; position the unit with front-panel access in mind if the breaker is likely to trip during commissioning. No tools are required beyond standard rack-mounting hardware for your specific enclosure.
