Server Technology C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 208V 30A 36-Outlet Rack PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 is a 208V, 30A rack-mount power distribution unit built for data center and server room cabinets that need a high outlet count without splitting load across multiple strips. It combines 18 CX outlets and 18 C13 outlets on a single chassis, split across 3 branch breakers, and terminates in an L6-30P twist-lock plug for connection to a standard 30A commercial receptacle. C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 is built for environments where rack density is high and outlet flexibility across mixed IT equipment matters more than raw wattage headroom.

Key Features

• 18 CX Outlets: CX-style outlets give you a locking connection option for gear prone to accidental cord disconnects in dense racks — fewer late-night truck rolls caused by a jarred power cable.
• 18 C13 Outlets: Standard C13 receptacles cover the vast majority of server, switch, and network appliance power cords already in your spares inventory, so you're not sourcing unusual cordsets to populate the rack.
• 36 Total Outlets on One Unit: Consolidating this many outlets on a single PDU reduces the number of units competing for rack U-space and cable-management channels compared to running several smaller strips.
• 3 Branch Breakers (3BR): Splitting the outlet load across 3 breakers means a fault or overload on one branch trips only that section instead of dropping every device on the strip — a meaningful difference during a partial-load fault at 2 a.m.
• 30A Amperage Rating: A 30A rating gives you headroom for higher-draw equipment (blade chassis, dense switch stacks) that would trip a 15A or 20A strip under sustained load.
• 208V Input: 208V is the standard input for commercial and data center power infrastructure in North America, letting this unit plug directly into existing three-phase or split-phase panel circuits without a step-up transformer.
• L6-30P Input Connector: The twist-lock L6-30P plug resists accidental disconnection from vibration or cable snag — a design point that matters when the PDU feeds a full rack of production equipment.
• TAA Compliance: TAA compliance matters directly for government and federal integrators, where Trade Agreements Act sourcing rules gate which hardware can be specified into a contract at all.

Integration & Compatibility

Because the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 mixes CX and C13 outlet types on one chassis, it's suited to racks with a mix of equipment — some devices terminating in standard IEC C14 cords for the C13 bank, others benefiting from a locking CX connection where the strip sees frequent moves or maintenance. Pair it with network video recorders or dense switch stacks where outlet count, not just wattage, is the constraint. If you're planning power redundancy into a new rack build, review a PoE and power planning guide before finalizing breaker allocation, since branch load balancing across the 3 breakers should be planned against actual equipment draw, not just outlet count. For racks running IP camera recording infrastructure alongside general IT gear, this PDU's mixed outlet bank means you're not forced to standardize every device on the same cord type. It also pairs naturally with PoE network switches and other rack-mounted equipment drawing from the same 208V circuit, and fits into broader power distribution unit planning for multi-rack deployments. Confirm your facility's panel circuit is provisioned for a 30A L6-30P receptacle before ordering, since this unit is not a plug-and-play fit for standard 120V 20A office circuits.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input voltage does the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 require?

A: The C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 is rated for 208V input, standard for commercial and data center power circuits.

Q: How many outlets does the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 have, and what type?

A: It has 36 total outlets: 18 CX-style outlets and 18 C13 outlets, split across 3 branch breakers.

Q: What plug does the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 use to connect to the panel?

A: It terminates in an L6-30P twist-lock plug rated for 30A circuits.

Q: Is the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 TAA compliant?

A: Yes, this unit is TAA compliant.

Q: Is the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 (sometimes searched as C2S36TE 2CAF2N99) suited for high-density racks?

A: Yes — 36 outlets across 3 breakers on a single 30A chassis is built for high outlet-count, mixed-equipment rack deployments.

Eden Phillips

The outlet mix is what stands out on the C2S36TE-2CAF2N99 — 18 CX and 18 C13 on one 208V, 30A chassis. That's not a spec you see on a generic strip; it tells you this unit was built for racks where equipment cord types are already mixed and you don't want to standardize hardware just to fit a PDU.

Technical Highlights:

• 3 Branch Breakers: Isolating faults to a third of the outlet bank instead of the whole 36-outlet strip limits blast radius when one branch trips under overload.
• L6-30P Input: The twist-lock design at 30A holds under vibration and cable tension better than a straight-blade plug — worth the extra step of confirming your receptacle type before install.
• TAA Compliance: For any integrator specifying into a federal or TAA-restricted contract, this is a gating spec, not a nice-to-have.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your panel circuit is actually wired for L6-30P before ordering — this isn't a drop-in replacement for a 120V 20A strip.
• Plan branch load distribution across the 3 breakers based on actual equipment draw, not just an even split of 36 outlets, especially if CX-connected gear runs heavier loads than the C13 bank.

This is the right call for a data center cabinet consolidating high-density server, switch, and recording infrastructure onto one 208V circuit — not for a small office rack on standard 120V power.