Server Technology C1L36CA-YQME2766 36-Outlet 3-Phase Smart PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C1L36CA-YQME2766 is a PRO1 series Smart PDU built for high-density data center racks that need granular power visibility without adding a second unit to the rack. It packs 36 total outlets — 24x C13 and 12x C19 — onto a single 3-phase WYE unit rated for 208V AC input at up to 17.3kW maximum power. This is a rack power distribution decision, not an accessory swap: get the outlet mix and monitoring level wrong and you either run out of C19-capable ports for switches and servers, or you lose the per-inlet visibility your NOC depends on for capacity planning.

Key Features

• 36 total outlets (24x C13, 12x C19): the C19 count matters for high-draw gear like blade chassis and core switches that ship with C20 power cords — undersizing C19 count on a PDU is one of the most common rack power planning mistakes, and this unit's 12-port C19 allocation covers a mixed server/network rack without a second PDU.
• PIPS per-inlet power sensing: monitors current draw at each inlet rather than just at the PDU input, so you can catch a single overloaded branch before it trips a breaker across an entire rack — critical when auditing real load against nameplate capacity during a capacity review.
• 3-phase WYE, 208V AC input, 17.3kW maximum: 3-phase distribution balances load more evenly across a full rack than single-phase, which matters directly for how many kW you can safely pull without tripping upstream breakers in a shared PDU-to-panel design.
• IEC 60309 input plug, rated per IEC 60309: a locking industrial-grade input connector standard in data center environments, reducing the risk of an accidental disconnect on a live rack compared to a standard NEMA cord cap.
• Branch Circuit Protection: isolates a fault to a single branch instead of taking down the whole PDU, so one bad power supply on a server doesn't cascade into a rack-wide outage.
• Alternating-Phase outlet sequencing: outlets are physically sequenced across phases as you move down the unit, which makes it easier to balance load evenly across all three phases just by how you plug equipment in, rather than requiring a spreadsheet to track phase assignment.
• Auto-Flip Display: the onboard LCD reorients itself depending on mounting orientation, so the readout stays legible whether the PDU is mounted right-side-up or upside-down in a 0U vertical rack position.
• Hot-Swap Network Card: the network management card can be replaced without powering down the PDU or the loads connected to it — a real factor if a card fails on a production rack and you can't schedule a maintenance window.
• Star Multi-Linking: lets you link multiple PDUs back to a single network connection and management point, cutting down on how many IP addresses and switch ports a rack row full of PDUs consumes.
• Ethernet 10/100 and RS-232 connectivity: gives you both a network path for remote monitoring through a browser or SNMP, and a serial console path for direct terminal access during initial commissioning or if network access to the rack is down.
• Optional environmental sensor probes: lets you add temperature and humidity monitoring at the rack level, tying environmental data into the same PDU management interface instead of running a separate monitoring appliance.

Integration & Compatibility

The C1L36CA-YQME2766 (often searched as C1L36CA YQME2766) is TAA-compliant, a relevant factor if the deployment is subject to federal or public-sector procurement rules. Its Ethernet and RS-232 interfaces let it integrate into existing data center infrastructure management (DCIM) tooling or standard network monitoring stacks without requiring a proprietary controller. For rack builds that pair PDUs with structured power monitoring across a full row, check a power equipment buying guide before finalizing outlet count and phase configuration — getting the C13/C19 ratio wrong on a 36-outlet unit is expensive to correct after installation. This PDU is part of the broader Server Technology catalog, and it pairs naturally with rack rack and cabling hardware for a full cabinet build.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the C1L36CA-YQME2766 TAA compliant?

A: Yes, this model is listed as TAA Compliant, which is a relevant factor for federal and public-sector procurement.

Q: How many outlets does the C1L36CA-YQME2766 have?

A: It has 36 total outlets: 24x C13 and 12x C19.

Q: What's the input voltage and power rating on the C1L36CA-YQME2766?

A: It runs on 208V AC, 3-phase WYE power, with a maximum power rating of 17.3kW.

Q: Does the C1L36CA-YQME2766 support per-outlet or per-inlet monitoring?

A: It uses PIPS (per-inlet power sensing) monitoring, which tracks current draw at each inlet.

Q: Can the network card be replaced without downtime?

A: Yes, the unit supports a hot-swap network card, so the network management card can be replaced without powering down the PDU.

Q: What connectivity does the C1L36CA-YQME2766 offer for remote management?

A: It includes Ethernet 10/100 and RS-232 connectivity for network and serial-based management.

Eden Phillips

What stands out on the C1L36CA-YQME2766 is the 24x C13 / 12x C19 split on a single 36-outlet unit — that C19 count is what actually lets you power a rack of mixed servers and switches without a second PDU eating another rack unit.

Technical Highlights:

• 17.3kW maximum power at 208V AC, 3-phase WYE: gives you real headroom for a dense rack build, and 3-phase distribution keeps that load balanced across three legs instead of stacking it all on one.
• PIPS per-inlet power sensing: when I'm troubleshooting a rack that keeps tripping a breaker, per-inlet data is what lets me find the actual overloaded branch instead of guessing at total PDU draw.
• Alternating-Phase outlet layout: outlets are sequenced across phases by design, so techs plugging in equipment naturally balance load across all three phases without needing a phase-assignment spreadsheet.

Deployment Considerations:

The IEC 60309 input plug is a locking industrial connector — confirm your upstream receptacle and cable match before ordering, since it's not interchangeable with a standard NEMA cord cap.

Hot-swap network card support means a failed management card doesn't force a load-side outage, but you still need physical rack access to swap it — plan cable slack accordingly on a fully populated rack.

This is the PDU I'd spec for a colo or enterprise data center row standardizing on 3-phase 208V power where the rack mixes C13 servers with C19 network gear and the NOC wants inlet-level visibility, not just a total PDU load number.