APC by Schneider Electric AP6039A Basic Rack PDU, 208V/60A, 3× C19, 1U
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric AP6039A is a single-phase, basic rack power distribution unit rated at 208V and 60A — purpose-built for high-draw data center and equipment rack environments where you need reliable power delivery to devices with IEC C19 receptacles. With three C19 outlets fed by an IEC309 60A plug and a 12-foot (3.66m) power cord, this unit bridges the gap between your facility's 208V distribution panel and the power inputs on high-density servers, UPS bypass panels, computer room air conditioners, or large APC UPS loads. No metering, no switched ports — just clean, straightforward power delivery in a compact 1U rack footprint from a brand with deep data center infrastructure heritage. Browse the full APC by Schneider Electric catalog for complementary UPS and power management solutions.
Key Features
- 208V / 60A Single-Phase Input: Rated to handle up to 60A at 208V — appropriate for high-density rack loads that exceed the 30A circuits typical of standard PDUs. If your rack is populated with dual-corded servers or high-draw UPS equipment, a 60A feed at 208V gives you the headroom to run near capacity without nuisance tripping. Pair this with a properly sized rack PDU upstream breaker for compliant branch circuit protection.
- 3 × IEC C19 Outlets: C19 is the heavy-duty locking receptacle standard — the same connector used on enterprise server PSUs, large Cisco chassis, APC Smart-UPS XL units, and CRAC equipment. Three outlets on a single 60A circuit means each outlet can theoretically handle up to 20A of the shared 60A budget, making this a targeted unit for a small number of high-current loads rather than dense outlet count.
- IEC309 (60A) Power Plug: The IEC309 twist-lock plug is a facility-grade industrial connector, not a standard NEMA plug. This means installation requires an IEC309-compatible receptacle at the PDU end of your power whip — confirm your power panel or transfer switch output matches before ordering. If your facility uses NEMA L6-60 outlets instead, you'll need a different input configuration.
- 12-Foot (3.66m) Power Cord: The attached 3.66m cord gives enough reach from a top-of-rack or mid-rack mount to a floor-level power panel or overhead busway tap without extension cords. In a standard 42U cabinet with overhead power entry, 12 feet is typically sufficient; in deeper or offset rack configurations, measure before assuming.
- Overload Protection: Built-in overload protection guards the circuit against sustained overcurrent conditions. This is a passive protection feature — the unit does not provide real-time current metering or per-outlet switching. For environments that require load monitoring or remote outlet control, this basic-class unit is not the right fit; consider a metered or switched PDU variant from the APC lineup.
- 1U Rack Mount, Vertical or Horizontal: The 388 × 126 × 44mm form factor accommodates both standard 19-inch rack horizontal mounting (consuming one rack unit) and vertical/toolless 0U installation depending on your cabinet configuration — useful when rack unit space is at a premium and vertical side-mount channels are available.
- 50–60 Hz Input Frequency Compatibility: Accepts both 50Hz and 60Hz input, which means this unit can be deployed in North American facilities (60Hz) without restriction and is not locked to a single regional grid standard.
- RoHS and REACH Compliant: Both RoHS and REACH compliance are confirmed — relevant for enterprise IT procurement teams with environmental materials documentation requirements or EU-adjacent supply chain obligations.
Integration & Compatibility
The AP6039A is a non-intelligent, non-networked PDU — it has no Ethernet port, no SNMP card slot, and no daisy-chain bus. This keeps it simple and eliminates firmware attack surface, but it also means there is no integration with data center infrastructure management (DCIM) platforms or APC EcoStruxure. If your DCIM or BMS requires per-outlet telemetry or remote switching, this is not the right unit. The AP6039A fits best in scenarios where power delivery is the only requirement and monitoring is handled upstream at the breaker panel or metered PDU tier.
C19 outlet compatibility extends to any IEC C20 plug-equipped load — including most rack-mount UPS units, high-end servers, network chassis, and precision cooling equipment. Confirm load plug types before installation; C19 receptacles do not accept C13 plugs without an adapter, and mixing load types on a 60A shared circuit requires careful load balancing. For broader outlet mix requirements, consider a metered or switched PDU with mixed C13/C19 output configurations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What type of plug does the AP6039A use, and do I need a special outlet at my panel?
A: The AP6039A uses an IEC309 60A plug — an industrial twist-lock connector that requires a compatible IEC309 receptacle at your power source. Standard NEMA L6-60 or NEMA 6-50 outlets will not accept this plug. Confirm your facility's panel or power whip output connector type before purchasing.
Q: Can the AP6039A be monitored remotely or integrated with DCIM software?
A: No. The AP6039A is a basic (non-metered, non-switched) PDU with no network port and no management card slot. It delivers power only — there is no SNMP, no outlet-level metering, and no integration with APC EcoStruxure or any DCIM platform. For managed power distribution, you would need a metered or switched PDU from the APC rack PDU family.
Q: How many outlets does the AP6039A have, and what type are they?
A: The AP6039A provides 3 IEC C19 outlets. C19 receptacles accept IEC C20 plugs — the heavy-duty connector used on enterprise server power supplies, large UPS units, and CRAC equipment. C13 plugs are not compatible without an adapter.
Q: What is the maximum current per outlet on the AP6039A?
A: The unit has a total 60A input rating shared across 3 C19 outlets. There is no per-outlet current limiting beyond the aggregate 60A circuit protection. Load balancing across outlets is the installer's responsibility — avoid overloading the shared circuit by summing all connected load nameplate ratings before commissioning.
Q: Is the AP6039A RoHS compliant?
A: Yes. The AP6039A carries both RoHS and REACH compliance certifications, relevant for enterprise procurement teams with environmental materials documentation requirements.
Q: What rack space does the AP6039A occupy?
A: The AP6039A is rated for 1U horizontal rack mounting (388mm wide × 44mm tall × 126mm deep). It also supports vertical 0U installation in compatible cabinets where side-mount channels are available, preserving rack unit space for equipment.
The AP6039A is one of the cleaner basic PDU specs I see at the 60A/208V level — three C19 outlets on a single IEC309 feed means APC designed this for a very specific job: delivering high-current single-phase power to a small cluster of large loads without any overhead from metering or switching circuitry. If that matches your deployment, the unit is straightforward to commission.
Technical Highlights:
- 60A / 208V Input Rating: At 60A single-phase 208V, you're looking at up to 12.48kW of available power — enough for a fully loaded high-density server rack or a combination of large UPS bypass and CRAC units sharing a single distribution point.
- 3 × C19 Outlets on Shared 60A Circuit: C19 is the right receptacle for enterprise-grade loads. Three outlets sharing 60A means a practical working budget of roughly 16–20A per outlet under balanced conditions — appropriate for dual-corded servers drawing 8–12A per PSU.
- 1U / 0U Dual Mount Form Factor: The 388 × 44mm footprint fits standard 19-inch rack rails for 1U horizontal mounting, and the 0U vertical option preserves rack units for revenue-generating compute. This flexibility matters in dense deployments where every U counts.
Deployment Considerations:
- The IEC309 plug is non-negotiable — your power panel or transfer switch output must terminate in a compatible IEC309 60A receptacle. Factor in lead time for panel modifications or power whip fabrication if your facility is not already wired for IEC309.
- With no per-outlet protection or metering, a single large load fault can affect all three outlets simultaneously. For critical loads where per-outlet fault isolation matters, a switched or metered PDU with per-outlet breakers is the more resilient choice.
The AP6039A is a solid fit for computer room rows where a facilities team manages branch circuit protection upstream and the IT team simply needs a reliable, passive distribution point for three high-current C19 loads — typical in colocation cage buildouts or dedicated machine room rows with disciplined load management.
