APC by Schneider Electric Rack PDU 2G Metered Zerou 17.2KW 208V (30) C13 TAA - AP8867US

APC by Schneider Electric AP8867US Rack PDU 2G Metered Zero-U 17.2kW 208V 30-Outlet TAA

The AP8867US is a zero-U, vertically mounted, second-generation metered rack PDU engineered for high-density data center power distribution. Delivering up to 17.3 kW at 208V three-phase across 30 IEC 60320 C13 receptacles, it gives data center operators real-time load visibility per PDU without consuming a single rack unit — a direct answer to the space-versus-visibility tradeoff in fully loaded cabinets. The TAA compliance designation makes it a straightforward fit for federal and government-adjacent deployments where supply chain provenance is a procurement requirement.

Overview

Feeding from a 60A, three-phase IEC 60309 input over a 6-foot cord, the AP8867US handles the power demands of dense server, storage, and networking environments running on 208V infrastructure. The PDU mounts vertically along the side of a NetShelter-style rack without occupying any rack unit space — freeing every U for revenue-generating compute. An integrated LCD display gives technicians an at-a-glance amp reading during installation and routine checks without requiring a network connection. SNMP and web-based management extend that visibility to the NOC, making this unit a monitored node in your power chain rather than a blind distribution strip.

Key Features

• 17.3 kW / 60A Three-Phase Input: Handles full-rack power loads common in blade server and high-density storage environments. At 208V three-phase, the 60A IEC 60309 input keeps branch circuit breaker headroom predictable — size your UPS and breaker panel accordingly before deployment.
• 30x IEC 60320 C13 Receptacles: Every outlet is a standard C13, compatible with the vast majority of server, switch, and storage power supplies shipping today. No adapter required for 1U and 2U servers with C14 inlets — plug-and-rack.
• Zero-U Vertical Mounting: Side-mounted toolless installation means zero rack unit consumption. In a 42U cabinet, that translates directly to 42U of usable compute space versus a 1U or 2U horizontal PDU eating into that budget.
• LCD Display: Local amperage readout on the unit face lets a technician verify load balance during initial commissioning without pulling up a browser — useful in loud, busy data hall environments where a laptop isn't always practical.
• SNMP and Web Management: Publish real-time load data to your DCIM or NMS platform over SNMP, or access the built-in web interface directly. Metered-only (not switched) — you get visibility and alerting, but remote outlet control requires a stepped-up model.
• TAA Compliance: Sourced to meet the Trade Agreements Act, qualifying this PDU for GSA Schedule and federal agency procurement without a country-of-origin waiver.
• RoHS and REACH Compliance: Meets EU environmental material restrictions — relevant for deployments subject to European regulatory reporting or corporate sustainability mandates.
• Operating Range to 60°C (140°F): Rated for ambient temperatures up to 60°C, providing margin in poorly cooled edge or secondary data center environments where rack temps can run high during cooling failures.
• 6-Foot Input Cord: Gives enough reach from the cabinet's power whip or in-row PDU tap without excess cord management overhead. Confirm your floor PDU or busway tap-off distance before ordering.

Integration and Compatibility

The AP8867US is designed for rack environments built around the IEC 60309 60A 3P+PE standard input — confirm your facility's power distribution matches before ordering, as this is not a NEMA 5-15/L6-30 unit. The C13 outlet array is broadly compatible with servers and networking gear from major OEMs. SNMP v1/v2/v3 management integrates with leading DCIM platforms and network management systems. For environments requiring per-outlet switching or outlet-level metering, evaluate higher-tier APC Switched PDU models in the same 2G family. The APC power distribution line covers the full range from basic strips to fully switched and metered-by-outlet units — the AP8867US occupies the metered-total tier, appropriate when load monitoring per PDU (not per outlet) meets your instrumentation requirement. Pair with a compatible rack PDU mounting accessory if your cabinet requires a non-standard vertical bracket, and reference the data center power planning guide for branch circuit sizing and PDU redundancy architecture. For upstream protection, pair with an APC UPS sized to your full rack load.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the AP8867US TAA compliant for government procurement?

A: Yes. The AP8867US carries TAA compliance, making it eligible for GSA Schedule and federal agency procurement without requiring a country-of-origin exception.

Q: What input plug does the AP8867US use?

A: The AP8867US uses an IEC 60309 60A 3P+PE input connector on a 6-foot cord. This is a three-phase 208V industrial connector — verify your facility's power infrastructure matches before ordering.

Q: Does the AP8867US support remote outlet switching?

A: No. The AP8867US is a metered PDU — it provides real-time total load monitoring via SNMP and web interface but does not support per-outlet switching or remote reboot. If per-outlet control is required, evaluate APC's switched PDU models in the same product family.

Q: How many rack units does the AP8867US occupy?

A: Zero. It mounts vertically along the side of the rack (0U placement), leaving all rack unit space available for equipment.

Q: What outlet type does the AP8867US provide?

A: All 30 outlets are IEC 60320 C13, compatible with the C14 inlet power supplies standard on most 1U and 2U servers, switches, and storage units.

Q: What environmental certifications does the AP8867US carry?

A: The AP8867US is cUL Listed, UL Listed, and VCCI Class A certified. It also meets RoHS and REACH environmental compliance requirements.

Jerry Tildsen

The AP8867US is the PDU I spec when a data center team needs load visibility without burning rack space and without the per-outlet switching cost premium they don't need. The 60A three-phase 208V input feeding 30 C13 outlets at up to 17.3 kW covers a fully populated 42U cabinet of modern 1U servers — and the 0U side-mount means every slot stays usable for compute.

Technical Highlights:

• Three-Phase 60A / 17.3 kW Capacity: Handles balanced three-phase loading across a full high-density cabinet — at 208V, 17.3 kW supports roughly 14–16 populated 1U servers at typical 1kW draw with headroom for burst loads.
• SNMP + Web Metering: Total PDU load feeds directly into DCIM and NMS platforms over SNMP — operators get trending, alerting, and capacity planning data without deploying additional sensing hardware.
• 60°C Max Operating Temp: The 140°F upper limit provides genuine margin for edge deployments or secondary data rooms where cooling is less reliable than a primary Tier III facility.

Deployment Considerations:

• The IEC 60309 60A 3P+PE input is a three-phase industrial connector — confirm your facility's power whip or in-row distribution tap terminates in this connector before the unit ships. Retrofit adaptors introduce reliability risk at this current level.
• This is a metered-total unit, not metered-by-outlet — you'll see the aggregate PDU load, not per-device draws. If per-outlet instrumentation is a requirement for your chargeback or capacity model, step up to an outlet-metered model in the APC 2G line.

The AP8867US is the right call for federal and government-adjacent data centers that need TAA-compliant, SNMP-visible power distribution in a zero-U form factor — particularly in high-density 208V three-phase cabinets where rack space is fully committed to compute.