APC by Schneider Electric AP6009A Vertical Rack PDU, Basic, 230V/32A, 20xC13, 6xC19
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric AP6009A is a basic vertical rack power distribution unit engineered for high-density equipment racks running on 230V/32A single-phase circuits. With 26 total outlets — 20 IEC C13 and 6 IEC C19 — this PDU covers the mixed load profiles typical of rack environments that combine 1U servers, switches, and higher-draw storage or UPS loads. The vertical form factor mounts inside the rack's zero-U space, keeping all 26 outlets accessible along the full rack height without consuming a single rack unit of equipment space.
Sourced factory-new through channel-direct distribution, the AP6009A carries CE, VDE, EAC, IRAM, and REACH certifications alongside RoHS compliance — covering deployments across European, Middle Eastern, and Latin American regulatory environments. Browse the full APC by Schneider Electric power product catalog for complementary UPS and power management options.
Key Features
- 26 Total Outlets (20xC13 + 6xC19): The mixed outlet configuration matters in practice. C13 feeds standard 1U/2U servers, switches, and KVM units; the six C19 outlets handle high-draw loads — dense storage arrays, larger UPS units, or blade chassis power supplies — without requiring a separate PDU or adapter cables. A single unit handles the full rack without compromise.
- 32A Maximum Current at 230V: At 230V/32A, the AP6009A delivers up to 7.36kW of usable capacity per rack — meaningful headroom for fully populated compute or storage racks. Size your actual load to 80% of circuit rating (25.6A) per standard electrical practice to avoid nuisance trips under transient loads.
- Vertical Zero-U Mounting: The vertical profile installs in the rack's side channel, preserving all 1U–2U rack slots for revenue-generating equipment. For high-density racks where every U counts — colocation cages, dense edge deployments, compact server rooms — this matters more than it appears on a spec sheet.
- IEC309 Input Connector with 3.05m Cord: The 3.05-meter (10-foot) input cord reaches floor-mounted or overhead power whips without extension cables. IEC309 (industrial-grade locking connector) provides a mechanically secure connection that won't pull free under rack vibration or accidental cable movement — unlike standard IEC320 C20 connectors.
- Built-in Overload Protection: The integrated overload protection feature prevents a single overloaded circuit from taking down the entire rack. This is a safety baseline, not a substitute for per-outlet metering — if per-outlet or per-phase current monitoring is required, step up to a metered or switched PDU in the APC lineup.
- 0–50°C Operating Range: Rated for operation in ambient temperatures from 0°C to 50°C, the AP6009A handles the thermal envelope of most enclosed equipment rooms and edge locations without derating. Storage is rated from -15°C to 65°C, covering standard shipping and warehouse conditions.
- 5–95% Relative Humidity (Non-Condensing): The wide humidity tolerance — both operating and storage — reduces concern about seasonal humidity swings in facilities without tight environmental control, such as edge sites or lightly conditioned IDF closets.
- RoHS + Multi-Region Certifications: CE, VDE, EAC, IRAM, and REACH certification means the AP6009A ships legally into EU, Russia/CIS, and Argentina without additional compliance work. RoHS compliance satisfies procurement requirements for hazardous-substance-free hardware in regulated environments.
Integration & Compatibility
The AP6009A is a basic (non-managed, non-metered) PDU — it provides power distribution without network connectivity, SNMP management, or outlet switching. This is the correct choice when the network infrastructure and power management are handled upstream (at the UPS or panel level) and you need reliable, high-outlet-count distribution without the cost or complexity of managed PDUs.
The IEC309 input is compatible with standard 32A single-phase industrial power whips common in European and international data center deployments. Pair with an APC Smart-UPS or Symmetra at the upstream circuit for runtime protection — the AP6009A itself provides no battery backup or surge suppression beyond overload protection. For environments requiring per-outlet control or remote power cycling, evaluate the managed PDU options in the APC lineup instead.
For rack builds that combine this PDU with structured cabling, consider reviewing a rack power planning guide to validate circuit sizing before installation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does the AP6009A include network management or remote monitoring capability?
A: No. The AP6009A is a basic PDU with no network port, SNMP interface, or outlet-level switching. It provides passive power distribution only. If remote monitoring or per-outlet control is required, a metered or switched PDU from the APC lineup is the appropriate selection.
Q: What input connector does the AP6009A use, and how long is the power cord?
A: The AP6009A uses an IEC309 industrial locking input connector with a 3.05-meter (approximately 10-foot) cord. IEC309 provides a mechanically secure, vibration-resistant connection suitable for rack environments.
Q: What is the maximum current capacity of the AP6009A?
A: The AP6009A is rated for 32A maximum current at 230V nominal input/output. Per standard electrical practice, plan for a sustained load no greater than 80% of circuit rating (approximately 25.6A) to maintain headroom under transient conditions.
Q: Is the AP6009A RoHS compliant, and what certifications does it carry?
A: Yes, the AP6009A is RoHS compliant. It also carries CE, VDE, EAC, IRAM, and REACH certifications, covering regulatory requirements in the EU, Germany (VDE), Russia/CIS (EAC), and Argentina (IRAM).
Q: Can the AP6009A be mounted horizontally in a standard rack?
A: The AP6009A is designed as a vertical PDU for zero-U mounting in the side channel of a standard equipment rack. It does not consume rack unit (U) space when installed vertically. Horizontal rack mounting is not its intended configuration.
Q: What outlet types are available on the AP6009A, and how many of each?
A: The AP6009A provides 26 total outlets: 20 IEC C13 outlets for standard server, switch, and peripheral loads, and 6 IEC C19 outlets for higher-draw equipment such as storage arrays, blade chassis, or large UPS loads.
The AP6009A earns its place in any 230V rack build where outlet count is the primary constraint. That 20xC13 plus 6xC19 layout — 26 outlets total on a single 32A/230V circuit — is the specification I reach for when populating a mixed-load rack: standard 1U compute on C13, high-draw storage or UPS on C19, zero adapters needed. I've specified this unit specifically for European data center deployments where the IEC309 locking input is the standard panel termination.
Technical Highlights:
- 32A/230V Capacity: Up to 7.36kW per rack at full rating — size actual loads to 80% (25.6A sustained) to stay clear of overload trips under switching transients.
- Vertical Zero-U Form Factor: Mounts in the rack side channel, preserving every rack unit for equipment. In a 42U colocation cage at $150+/U/month, that's real money.
- IEC309 Input, 3.05m Cord: The industrial locking connector won't back out under vibration, and the 3-meter cord reaches overhead or underfloor whips without extension cables in most standard rack configurations.
Deployment Considerations:
- The AP6009A has no network interface — overload protection is the only active feature. Plan your load management and circuit monitoring at the upstream UPS or panel, not at this PDU.
- Input frequency tolerance is 50–60 Hz, so this unit works across European and international grid frequencies, but confirm your facility's phase configuration before ordering — the IEC309 connector is single-phase only.
The AP6009A is the right specification for international colocation builds, European enterprise rack deployments, and any 230V environment where the priority is maximum outlet density and zero management overhead — not for facilities that need per-outlet metering or remote power cycling.
