Server Technology C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 8.6kW Switched Rack PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 is a PRO2-series Smart POPS rack PDU built for data center cabinets that need granular power visibility down to the individual outlet. Rated at 8.6kW on a 208V, 30A NEMA L21-30P input, this unit is designed for mid-to-high-density server and network racks where operators need to know exactly what each device is drawing, not just what the whole cabinet is pulling. C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 combines 36 usable outlets across three connector types with per-outlet and per-inlet power sensing, giving facilities and network operations teams the granularity to catch a failing PSU or an overloaded branch before it trips a breaker.

Key Features

• Per-Outlet Power Sensing (POPS): Monitors current, voltage, watts, apparent power, crest factor, power factor, and energy at every individual outlet — useful when you need to bill back power by rack tenant or isolate which specific server is drawing abnormally.
• Per-Inlet Power Sensing (PIPS): Tracks the same metrics at the inlet level, so you can validate total load against the 8.6kW capacity and 24A rated current without walking the row with a clamp meter.
• 24x C13 + 12x Cx outlets: The Cx outlets are a UL-tested hybrid that accepts both C14 and C20 plugs, so a single PDU handles standard servers and higher-draw switches or storage arrays without ordering a separate outlet configuration.
• 3x NEMA 5-20R outlets: Covers standard North American equipment (monitors, KVMs, laptops) that doesn't use IEC power cords, without needing an adapter hanging off the rack.
• Branch Circuit Monitoring at 20A per breaker: Each branch is monitored individually with SNMP-based alerts before a circuit trips — catches an overloaded branch during a gradual rack build-out rather than after a 3am outage.
• UL 489 magnetic-hydraulic breakers, 10 kAIC interrupt rating: Meets the UL/IEC 62368-1 branch circuit protection requirement, which matters when the PDU is feeding a rack with a mix of legacy and modern gear on a shared circuit.
• Hot-Swap Network Card with Star Multi-Linking: Links up to four power circuits under one IP address, and the Expansion unit keeps network access alive if the Primary unit loses power — you don't lose remote visibility into the rest of the row because one circuit tripped.
• Auto-Flip Current Display: LED readout cycles per-phase current automatically, so three-phase load balancing during install doesn't require pulling up the web interface on a laptop cart.
• Temperature/Humidity Monitoring: Supports two external 10-ft probes per unit with SNMP alerting — relevant for cold-aisle/hot-aisle verification in colo or edge cabinets without a separate environmental sensor.
• Alternating-Phase Outlet Layout: Outlets are arranged to distribute load evenly across phases, reducing the chance of one leg running hot while another sits underutilized.
• 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet: Gigabit-capable management port for HTTP(S), SSH, Telnet, SNMP, (S)FTP, SMTP, Syslog, and LDAP(S) — fits into existing out-of-band management networks without a throughput bottleneck.
• 0°C to 60°C operating range: Wide enough for edge cabinets and non-climate-controlled telecom spaces, not just a conditioned data hall.

Integration & Compatibility

C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 fits into standard remote power management workflows via SNMP, making it straightforward to pull into existing DCIM or monitoring dashboards alongside other rack-mounted infrastructure. At 70 inches long and 2.2 x 2.5 inches in cross-section, it's built as a vertical 0U mount for full-height rack cabinets — plan your rack accessories and cable management around a zero-U vertical strip rather than a horizontal rack-unit slot. For teams standardizing on Server Technology's PDU lineup across multiple rows, the Star Multi-Linking feature reduces the number of IP addresses and switch ports needed per line of racks — worth mapping out during network and PoE planning for the row. If you're speccing power alongside surveillance or compute racks, cross-reference this PDU's 8.6kW capacity against total nameplate draw before finalizing your NVR or server rack layout.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input plug does the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 use?

A: It terminates in a NEMA L21-30P plug rated for 208V at 30A input (24A rated current), so confirm your PDU whip or receptacle matches before ordering.

Q: How many outlets does the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 have?

A: 36 total: 24x C13, 12x Cx (accepts both C14 and C20 plugs), and 3x NEMA 5-20R.

Q: Does the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 monitor power at the outlet level?

A: Yes — it includes Per-Outlet Power Sensing (POPS) and Per-Inlet Power Sensing (PIPS), tracking current, voltage, watts, apparent power, crest factor, power factor, and energy.

Q: What is the operating temperature range for the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66?

A: 0°C to 60°C operating, with -40°C to 85°C storage range, both at 8%RH to 90%RH humidity.

Q: What network protocols does the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 support?

A: HTTP(S), SSH, Telnet, SNMP, (S)FTP, SMTP, Syslog, LDAP(S), and RS-232 serial over a 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet port.

Q: What certifications does the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 carry?

A: UL 62368-1, CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1, FCC Part 15 Class A, and CAN ICES-003 Class A.

Eden Phillips

The spec that jumps out on the C2SG36TE-YCMFAM66 (often searched as C2SG36TE YCMFAM66) is the outlet mix — 24x C13, 12x Cx, and 3x NEMA 5-20R on one 8.6kW unit. I've specced a lot of PDUs where the Cx-style hybrid outlet wasn't available yet, meaning you'd guess wrong on C14 vs C20 density and end up short a few ports. Here you get both plug types on the same 12 outlets, which takes that guesswork out of the BOM.

Technical Highlights:

• 8.6kW at 208V / 30A (24A rated): Gives real headroom for a rack running mixed 1U servers and a couple of higher-draw switches without derating concerns on the branch breakers.
• Per-Outlet and Per-Inlet Power Sensing: POPS and PIPS together mean you can validate total draw against the 24A rated current at the inlet, then drill into which specific outlet is the outlier — no separate power meter needed during a capacity audit.
• 20A branch breakers with 10 kAIC interrupt rating: UL 489 magnetic-hydraulic breakers on each branch, which is the detail an electrical inspector will actually check on a data hall walkthrough.

Deployment Considerations:

• At 70 inches long, this is a full 0U vertical mount — measure your rack's rear channel clearance before ordering, especially in narrower colo cabinets.
• The Star Multi-Linking feature only pays off if you're deploying multiple linked circuits under one IP — for a single standalone rack it's a nice-to-have, not a driver.

This is the right call for a colocation or enterprise data hall row where you're standardizing rack power monitoring across dozens of cabinets and need per-outlet billing data, not just an aggregate amp reading at the panel.