APC by Schneider Electric AP8958NA3 Vertical 0U Rack Power Distribution Unit
Overview
The AP8958NA3 is a vertical 0U rack-mount PDU from APC by Schneider Electric, designed to distribute power across eight outlets in high-density rack environments without consuming any rack-unit space. At 38.9 x 2.2 x 1.81 inches, it mounts inside the vertical channel of a standard rack cabinet, keeping all 1U–2U slots free for active equipment. Operating across 200V, 208V, 230V, and 240V at 50/60 Hz, the AP8958NA3 suits international deployments and North American 208V three-phase environments equally — useful in data centers, server rooms, and security equipment racks running mixed voltage infrastructure. The 9.8-foot cord provides enough reach for typical in-rack routing without extension cables.
Compatibility
The AP8958NA3 is compatible with standard 19-inch and 23-inch rack cabinets that include a vertical mounting channel or zero-U bay — including APC NetShelter SX, NetShelter SV, and NetShelter VX series enclosures. The eight outlets support C13/C19 device connections (verify outlet type from APC product documentation for exact receptacle format). Suitable for powering rack-mounted NVRs, network switches, PoE injectors, access control servers, video management appliances, and similar security infrastructure equipment drawing power in the 200–240V range. Not intended for 120V North American single-phase circuits — confirm your rack's power feed before ordering.
Installation Notes
Mount vertically inside the rack's zero-U channel using the integrated mounting brackets. The 2.2-inch width fits standard vertical mounting rails without modification. Route the 9.8-foot input cord to your PDU whip or in-rack power source before securing the unit — cable management is easier before the PDU is locked into the rail. Confirm your facility's feed voltage falls within the 200–240V range; connecting to a 120V circuit will result in incorrect operation. No tools beyond a standard screwdriver are required for rail mounting.
