Vertiv VP4U60A2 Monitored Vertical Rack PDU
Overview
The Vertiv VP4U60A2 is a vertical 0U monitored rack PDU rated at 60/63A, 240/415V WYE, delivering up to 43.4 kW of power capacity in a zero-rack-unit form factor that mounts inside the cabinet vertical channel — leaving all rack units free for active equipment. With 36 combination C13/C19 outlets, it handles mixed server and storage loads without requiring outlet adapters. The hot-swappable IMD-5M monitoring device means you can replace or upgrade the intelligence module without powering down the rack — a real operational advantage in always-on data center environments. Dual gigabit ethernet ports support redundant network paths to your DCIM or SNMP management platform, and a serial fallback keeps access available if the network path fails. For architects comparing options in the power distribution unit category, the VP4U60A2 sits in the high-density tier: 3-phase input at IP44-rated plug, input monitoring, and environmental sensor support via the IMD-5M make it appropriate for colocation rows, dense compute clusters, and any deployment where per-outlet visibility matters. TAA compliance makes it eligible for government and federal procurement. The Vertiv PowerIT product line carries UL listing and meets RoHS and China RoHS requirements. See Vertiv's broader rack power distribution offerings for lower-amperage or horizontal-format alternatives if your cabinet layout requires them.
Compatibility
The VP4U60A2 is designed for 3-phase power infrastructure delivering 240/415V WYE. The 3P+N+E input plug (IP44) is standard in European and international 3-phase PDU deployments; verify your facility's panel and whip termination matches this inlet before ordering. The 36 combination C13/C19 outlets accept standard IEC C14 and C20 device cords — compatible with the overwhelming majority of rack servers, blade chassis power supplies, storage arrays, and networking gear. P-Lock compatible outlet collars prevent accidental disconnection on high-vibration or high-traffic rows. High-retention outlet mechanisms apply across all 36 positions. The IMD-5M monitoring module integrates with DCIM platforms via SNMP, Modbus, and web interface — verify your DCIM vendor's compatibility list for the IMD-5M before deploying at scale. Environmental sensor ports on the IMD-5M support Vertiv-compatible temperature and humidity probes.
Installation Notes
The VP4U60A2 mounts vertically in the 0U space inside a standard 19-inch or 600mm-wide cabinet vertical channel. Dimensions are 2 in W × 2.6 in D; confirm your cabinet's vertical channel depth accommodates the PDU body before ordering. Unit weight is 19 lbs — a two-person lift is advisable during vertical installation in a populated cabinet. Input whip terminates in a 3P+N+E IP44 plug; the facility circuit breaker should be sized for 60A continuous (NEC 80% rule applies in North American deployments — treat 48A as the safe continuous draw limit even though the unit is rated 60/63A). The IMD-5M module is field-hot-swappable: the monitoring function can be removed and reinserted without interrupting power to connected equipment.
