APC by Schneider Electric AP8887 Zero-U Metered Rack PDU 17.3kW 240V
Overview
The AP8887 is a Zero-U form-factor, metered rack power distribution unit rated at 17.3kW — built for three-phase power environments where rack space is at a premium and load visibility matters. Designed to mount vertically in the zero-U space at the rear of a standard rack, it leaves all standard rack units free for active equipment, a meaningful advantage in high-density data center rows or server rooms running out of 1U/2U slots for power management hardware.
The unit accepts 400V AC three-phase input and delivers 240V AC output, matching the power architecture common in European and international data center deployments as well as North American three-phase PDU infrastructure. The 6 ft input cord provides enough reach for most raised-floor or overhead busway configurations without requiring a cable extension.
Key Features
- 17.3kW Metered Power Capacity: At 17.3kW total capacity, this PDU can support a fully loaded high-density rack of servers or storage — metering lets you track load in real time and catch capacity creep before you trip a breaker or violate UPS runtime assumptions.
- Zero-U Vertical Mounting: Installs in the zero-U space along the vertical rail, consuming no standard rack units. In a 42U or 48U rack already packed with servers, switches, and patch panels, reclaiming that space is a practical necessity rather than a luxury.
- 400V AC Three-Phase Input: Three-phase input at 400V AC distributes load across all three phases, reducing per-phase current draw and allowing more total wattage per rack than a single-phase PDU of equivalent breaker size. This is the correct choice where your facility power is three-phase — do not specify this unit for single-phase circuits.
- 240V AC Output: Delivers 240V to connected equipment — confirm your server PSUs and devices accept 240V before specifying. Most modern server-grade power supplies are auto-ranging (100–240V), but verify edge devices and older UPS-connected gear.
- 6 ft Input Cord: The 1 × 6 ft cord suits standard rack-to-floor or rack-to-overhead PDU runs. If your power panel or busway tap is farther than 6 ft, plan for a whip extension rather than assuming the cord reaches.
Deployment Context
The AP8887 belongs to APC's APC by Schneider Electric rack power lineup and fits facilities running three-phase power infrastructure in colocation, enterprise data centers, or security operation centers with high-density rack builds. It is not the right unit for single-phase branch circuits or North American 120V environments. For broader rack PDU selection guidance — including single-phase options, switched variants, and outlet-level control — review the full rack power distribution category. If your project requires a complete power strategy including UPS runtime planning, consult an uninterruptible power supply alongside this PDU.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the input configuration of the AP8887?
A: The AP8887 accepts 400V AC three-phase input via its input cord. It is designed for three-phase power environments and is not compatible with single-phase branch circuits.
Q: What output voltage does the AP8887 deliver?
A: The AP8887 delivers 240V AC output to connected equipment. Verify that all devices in your rack accept 240V input before deploying.
Q: How does the Zero-U form factor work?
A: Zero-U PDUs mount vertically in the dedicated zero-U space along the rear vertical rail of a standard rack, consuming no standard rack units. The AP8887 measures 72.0
