APC by Schneider Electric AP8867 Metered Vertical 0U Rack PDU
Overview
The APC by Schneider Electric AP8867 is a metered, 0U vertical rack power distribution unit engineered for high-density data center and server room environments where per-PDU load visibility and efficient cabinet space utilization are non-negotiable. Rated at 60A / 208V with a 17,300 VA load capacity and 30 C13 outlets, the AP8867 mounts vertically in the rear of a standard open-frame or enclosed rack, consuming zero horizontal rack units — freeing that space for revenue-generating compute or networking gear. The built-in LCD display gives local admins instant amperage readings without needing to log into a management interface, which matters during physical audits or capacity planning walkthroughs. If you are deploying high-density blade chassis, GPU compute nodes, or dense 1U/2U server configurations, this PDU is sized to carry the load.
Key Features
- 17,300 VA / 60A Load Capacity: At 208V three-phase input, 17.3 kVA of available capacity supports dense compute rows — a typical 2U server drawing 500–700W means this single PDU can service 24–34 such nodes before you approach the 80% NEC continuous-load ceiling of 48A per phase. Plan your circuit allocation around that 48A per-phase maximum, not the 60A nominal.
- 30 C13 Outlets: IEC 60320 C13 connectors are the universal standard for 1U/2U servers, network switches, and storage heads — virtually every rack device ships with a C13 power cord, so you will not need adapters or custom cabling. Thirty ports in a single PDU reduces the outlet math in fully loaded 42U cabinets.
- 0U Vertical Mounting: Installing vertically in the cable management channels or rear rack rails of a standard 19-inch cabinet means you reclaim every horizontal rack unit for active equipment. For colocation environments billing by the U, this is a real cost-avoidance mechanism.
- IEC 309 60A 3P+PE Input Connector: The industrial-grade IEC 309 connector (also known as IP44) provides a positive-locking, keyed interface to the facility power source — it physically cannot be accidentally unplugged under vibration or cable tension, which is a meaningful reliability factor in environments with frequent cabling activity.
- LCD Display with Local Metering: The onboard LCD delivers real-time load readings at the PDU level without requiring network connectivity or a remote management session. During physical rack audits or when a management network is unavailable, the display gives you immediate amperage visibility to verify load balance across PDUs.
- Overload Protection: Built-in overload protection guards downstream equipment from power anomalies caused by exceeding rated current draw. In practice, this is a last-line-of-defense feature — you should still provision circuits to stay under 80% of the 60A rating (48A per phase) under sustained load.
- 1.83m Input Cable Length: The 6-foot input cable reaches floor-level or overhead PDUs without extension cords in standard-depth rows. In deeper aisle configurations or unusual power-drop locations, confirm the drop distance before ordering.
- 50–60 Hz Input Frequency Range: Accepts both 50 Hz and 60 Hz facility power, making the AP8867 compatible with US (60 Hz) and international (50 Hz) data center infrastructure without modification — useful for organizations with multi-region deployments standardizing on a single PDU SKU.
Integration & Compatibility
The AP8867 integrates into APC's broader rack power distribution ecosystem. The C13 outlet format pairs directly with standard server, storage, and networking equipment power cords across all major OEM platforms. The IEC 309 60A 3P+PE input requires a matching facility receptacle — confirm your raised-floor or overhead busway termination matches this connector type before ordering. For environments requiring per-outlet switching or remote load control beyond local metering, review the broader APC by Schneider Electric catalog for switched and outlet-metered variants. Pair with a compatible UPS upstream to add runtime and power conditioning for sensitive compute loads. For complete rack build-outs, consider pairing with a server cabinet or open-frame rack that supports 0U vertical PDU mounting channels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What input connector does the AP8867 require at the facility end?
A: The AP8867 uses an IEC 309 60A 3P+PE (three-pole plus earth) input connector with a 1.83m cable. Your facility power source must have a matching IEC 309 receptacle rated for 60A at 208V. This is a common connector in data center power infrastructure but confirm your PDU drop type before ordering.
Q: What is the safe continuous operating current for the AP8867?
A: The AP8867 is rated at 60A maximum input, but the NEC 80% continuous-load rule means you should not exceed 48A per phase under sustained operation. APC specifies a maximum input current per phase of 48A, aligning with this requirement. Design your load allocation to stay at or below 48A to avoid tripping overload protection.
Q: Can the AP8867 mount horizontally in a rack?
A: Yes — the AP8867 supports both horizontal and vertical mounting. Its 0U form factor is optimized for vertical deployment in rack rail cable channels, which preserves all horizontal rack units for active equipment, but horizontal installation is also supported.
Q: What outlet type does the AP8867 use, and are adapters needed for typical servers?
A: All 30 outlets are IEC 60320 C13. This is the standard outlet type for the vast majority of 1U and 2U servers, storage arrays, and managed switches, so standard C13-to-C14 or C13-to-NEMA power cords will connect without adapters.
Q: Does the AP8867 provide per-outlet switching or remote outlet control?
A: No. The AP8867 is a metered PDU — it provides local load monitoring via LCD display and overload protection, but does not offer per-outlet switching or remote power cycling. If individual outlet control is required, select a switched or outlet-metered model from the APC PDU line.
Q: What is the total load capacity of the AP8867?
A: The AP8867 supports a maximum load of 17,300 VA at 208V. Under the 80% continuous-load ceiling, plan for no more than approximately 13,840 VA of sustained load across the 30 outlets.
The AP8867 earns its place in high-density rack deployments primarily because of its 17,300 VA capacity paired with a 0U vertical form factor — that combination means you are not trading rack space to get serious power delivery. In a fully populated 42U cabinet, reclaiming those 1–2U that a horizontal PDU would occupy can mean the difference between fitting that extra compute node or not. The AP8867 handles that tradeoff cleanly.
Technical Highlights:
- 60A IEC 309 Input: The industrial IEC 309 3P+PE connector positive-locks to the facility receptacle — no accidental disconnects during cable work, which matters in active data halls where someone is always pulling or routing cabling near the PDU end of the rack.
- 30 C13 Outlets at 208V: Thirty C13 ports on a single 208V feed covers a fully loaded rack of 1U servers without daisy-chaining a second PDU — cleaner wiring, fewer potential failure points, and one fewer thing to manage in your DCIM asset records.
- LCD Local Metering: The onboard display reads out current draw at the PDU level in real time. During capacity planning or pre-maintenance load checks, you do not need remote access — the number is right on the face of the unit in the rack.
Deployment Considerations:
- The 48A per-phase maximum continuous draw (not 60A) is the number to design around. If your load plan is built to 60A, you are already in overload territory under NEC continuous-load rules — back it off to 80% before commissioning.
- The 1.83m input cable assumes a standard overhead or under-floor drop in a typical row. In unusually deep aisles or custom PDU drop configurations, measure the actual cable run before finalizing the order — extensions at 60A are not trivial to source or certify.
The AP8867 is the right PDU for a high-density compute row in a colocation or enterprise data center where 208V three-phase power is available, outlet count per cabinet is a real constraint, and local metering is sufficient — no remote management required. If your ops team needs per-outlet switching or remote reboot capability, step up to a switched variant; for pure load visibility and high-capacity distribution, this unit delivers exactly what it promises.
