Server Technology C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 3-Phase Switched Rack PDU

The Server Technology C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 is a 400V, 3-phase switched power distribution unit built for data center and network operations center racks that need per-outlet control and metering without dedicating a full rack unit's worth of depth to power hardware. Rated for 32A input on a 230/400V Wye IEC 60309 3P+N+PE plug, it delivers 22kW of usable capacity across 36 total outlets — 24x C13 and 12x C19 — making it a fit for high-density server, storage, and network video recording racks where a single rack PDU needs to carry mixed IEC power loads. At 70 inches tall and only 2.2 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep, the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 mounts vertically in a 0U zero-U configuration, running the full height of the rack without consuming horizontal rack space that would otherwise hold servers, switches, or recording appliances.

Overview

This is a switched PDU, meaning each outlet (or outlet group, depending on branch configuration) can be monitored and controlled remotely rather than being a passive power strip. The branch circuit design uses 16A breakers per circuit with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating for North America, which matters when you're protecting downstream equipment from fault currents in a shared electrical closet or colo cage. Ethernet connectivity at 10/100/1000 Mbps lets the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 report into existing network monitoring tools over a standard copper uplink instead of requiring a proprietary management channel.

Key Features

• 22kW input capacity at 32A/400V 3-phase: supports dense server and storage racks pulling significant continuous load without derating concerns common on single-phase PDUs — relevant when consolidating multiple lower-capacity strips into one managed unit.
• 36 total outlets (24x C13, 12x C19): the C13/C19 mix covers both standard 1U-2U server power cords and higher-draw equipment like blade chassis or storage arrays that terminate in C20 plugs, avoiding the need for adapter cables that add failure points.
• C13 outlets rated 10A @ 230V L-N, C19 outlets rated 16A @ 230V L-N: per-outlet current limits let you plan load distribution across the unit precisely instead of guessing at a shared strip rating.
• Branch circuit breakers at 16A with 10 kAIC interrupt rating: isolates a fault to a single branch instead of tripping the whole PDU, so one failed power supply doesn't take down every outlet on the rack.
• GUI metering accuracy of ±1% on voltage, current, active power, apparent power, and energy: billing-grade measurement precision for colo environments charging by actual draw, or for capacity planning where a few percent of error compounds across dozens of racks.
• ±3% power factor and ±10% crest factor accuracy: gives enough visibility into load quality to flag problem circuits (non-linear loads, harmonics) before they cause nuisance trips elsewhere in the facility.
• 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet management: integrates into standard network monitoring and DCIM tooling over copper, so the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 reports status alongside the rest of your network video recorders and switching infrastructure rather than living on an isolated management network.
• Quiescent unloaded power draw under 10W: the PDU's own overhead is negligible against a 22kW budget, so nearly all your provisioned capacity goes to actual IT load.
• Operating range of 0°C to 60°C, 8-90% RH: tolerates warm aisle containment and less-than-ideal HVAC conditions in secondary equipment rooms, not just tightly controlled primary data centers.
• Storage range of -30°C to 80°C: survives uncontrolled warehouse or shipping conditions before installation without derating on arrival.
• Compliance to EN IEC 62368-1, EN 55032, EN 55035, and RoHS: confirms the unit meets current audio/video and IT equipment safety and EMC standards for commercial deployment, plus RoHS materials compliance for environments with sustainability procurement requirements.

Integration & Compatibility

The C2S36CE-4PAE2M66's Ethernet-based management and standard metering protocols mean it slots into existing rack power monitoring workflows rather than requiring a separate management console. For sites planning out a full rack build, pairing this PDU with a network video recorder deployment or dense switching stack means checking total connected load against the 22kW/32A ceiling before commissioning — a step worth confirming during PoE and power planning for the rest of the rack. Because it occupies zero rack units when mounted vertically, it pairs naturally with high-density network switches and server chassis where every U of front-panel space is committed to compute or connectivity, not power infrastructure. The Server Technology C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 belongs in the broader power distribution units category alongside the rest of the Server Technology catalog for sites standardizing on one PDU platform across multiple racks.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input voltage and plug does the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 require?

A: It requires a 230/400V 3-phase Wye supply terminating in an IEC 60309 3P+N+PE 6Hr plug, rated for 32A input.

Q: How many outlets does the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 have and what type?

A: It has 36 outlets total: 24x C13 (10A @ 230V L-N) and 12x C19 (16A @ 230V L-N).

Q: What is the total power capacity of the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66?

A: The unit is rated for 22kW of input power capacity at 32A on a 400V 3-phase circuit.

Q: Does the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 support remote monitoring?

A: Yes. It includes an Ethernet port (10/100/1000 Mbps) and a GUI with ±1% metering accuracy on voltage, current, active power, apparent power, and energy.

Q: How much rack space does the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 use?

A: It is a vertical 0U unit measuring 70 inches tall by 2.2 inches wide by 2.5 inches deep, so it does not consume horizontal rack unit space.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66?

A: 0°C to 60°C with 8%RH to 90%RH humidity, and -30°C to 80°C for storage.

James Everett

The first number I check on any 3-phase PDU spec sheet is the branch breaker rating, and on the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 that's 16A per branch with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating — enough headroom to isolate a failed power supply on a single C13 or C19 run without tripping the whole 22kW unit. That's the difference between losing one server and losing a rack.

Technical Highlights:

• 36-outlet mixed C13/C19 layout: 24x C13 at 10A and 12x C19 at 16A covers standard 1U servers and higher-draw storage/blade equipment off one unit — no adapter cables needed on either end.
• ±1% metering accuracy on voltage, current, and power: this is billing-grade precision, not a rough estimate — matters if you're allocating power costs by rack or circuit in a shared facility.
• Quiescent draw under 10W against a 22kW budget: the PDU itself is essentially a rounding error on your power bill, so your capacity planning numbers reflect actual IT load, not PDU overhead.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 70 inches tall and 2.2 inches wide, this mounts as a 0U vertical PDU — plan cable management on the rack's rear rails accordingly, since it runs the full rack height and needs clearance for cord bend radius on both C13 and C19 whips.
• The 400V 3-phase Wye input with IEC 60309 3P+N+PE plug means you need that specific 3-phase circuit already run to the rack; this is not a drop-in replacement for a single-phase 120V/208V strip, so confirm your electrical infrastructure before ordering.

This is the right PDU for a data center or NOC operator standardizing high-density racks on 3-phase power who needs granular per-outlet metering for chargeback or capacity audits — the C2S36CE-4PAE2M66 (often searched as C2S36CE 4PAE2M66) makes sense specifically where 22kW-class racks are the norm, not the exception.