Server Technology C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 0U 36-Outlet Switched Rack PDU

The Server Technology C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 is a 0U vertical rack PDU built for data center cabinets that need high-density outlet counts without eating into rack unit space. With 36 outlets split across C13 and combination Cx receptacles, a 415V three-phase input, and an input power capacity of 17.3 kW, this unit targets server rooms and colocation environments where every rack unit is spoken for and power density keeps climbing. The C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 mounts in the vertical 0U channel along the rear or side of the rack, keeping the outlet strip out of the way of cable management while still putting every outlet within reach of the equipment it feeds.

Overview

This is a zero-U PDU — it occupies no horizontal rack space, running the full 70-inch length of the strip vertically alongside your equipment. At 415V input with a NEMA L22-30P plug and 30A input current (24A rated), it's sized for three-phase distribution panels common in enterprise and colocation data halls, not single-phase office IT closets. Buyers comparing 0U options against traditional 1U or 2U horizontal PDUs should weigh rack space savings against the vertical mounting rail requirement — check your network video recorders and server cabinet depth before ordering if space is tight.

Key Features

• 36 total outlets (18x C13, 18x Cx combination): the Cx outlets accept both C14 and C20 plugs, so you're not locked into one cord type per outlet — useful when a rack mixes servers, switches, and storage arrays with different power cord ends.
• 17.3 kW input power capacity: headroom for dense GPU or blade server racks pulling more current than a standard 1U PDU can deliver, reducing the number of PDUs needed per cabinet.
• 415V three-phase input, 50/60 Hz: matches the distribution voltage used in most enterprise data centers, pulling more usable power per circuit than 208V single-phase runs.
• Per-outlet ratings (C13 ≤12A@240V, Cx ≤16A@240V): lets you calculate real load headroom per outlet instead of guessing, so you can balance load across the strip without tripping branch protection.
• 1-pole, 20A branch circuit protection with 10 kAIC interrupt rating (North America): isolates a fault to a single branch instead of taking down the whole strip, and the 10 kAIC rating gives it headroom against short-circuit fault current in a typical data center panel.
• Power draw unloaded under 10W: the PDU's own overhead is negligible against a 17.3 kW load, so you're not burning meaningful power just to run the metering and networking electronics.
• 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet: gigabit management connectivity for remote monitoring and control, fast enough for firmware updates and SNMP polling without a dedicated network segment.
• Operating range 0°C to 60°C, 8-90% RH: rated for standard data center environments and hits a 60°C high-temperature rating, giving margin in hot aisles or containment pods running warmer setpoints for efficiency.
• Storage range -30°C to 80°C: tolerant of extended transit and warehouse storage conditions before installation, useful for large multi-site rollouts staged ahead of deployment.
• UL 62368-1 / CSA C22.2 No. 62368-1 / FCC Part 15 Class A / CAN ICES-003 Class A: the certifications relevant to commercial IT equipment installations, covering both electrical safety and Class A electromagnetic emissions limits for non-residential environments.

Integration & Compatibility

The C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 (often searched as C3S36RL 5CJE2MT2) fits into standard vertical 0U mounting rails found on most enterprise rack systems. Its gigabit Ethernet port supports remote power monitoring, putting it in the same management category as other networked infrastructure you'd plan alongside PoE switches and other rack-mounted network gear. For teams planning out full cabinet power budgets, a PoE and power planning guide is a useful reference point before finalizing outlet-to-load assignments across a Server Technology PDU lineup.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input voltage does the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 require?

A: It requires a 415V three-phase input at 50/60 Hz, delivered through a NEMA L22-30P plug rated for 30A input current (24A rated current).

Q: How many outlets does the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 have and what types?

A: It has 36 total outlets: 18 C13 outlets rated up to 12A at 240V, and 18 Cx combination outlets rated up to 16A at 240V.

Q: Does the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 have branch circuit protection?

A: Yes, it uses 1-pole, 20A branch circuit protection with a 10 kAIC interrupt rating for North America.

Q: What is the maximum power capacity of the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2?

A: The unit has an input power capacity of 17.3 kW.

Q: Can the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 be monitored remotely?

A: Yes, it includes 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet connectivity for network-based monitoring and management.

Q: What operating temperature range is the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 rated for?

A: It's rated for 0°C to 60°C operating temperature with 8%RH to 90%RH humidity.

James Everett

I spec a lot of 0U PDUs for colo builds, and the C3S36RL-5CJE2MT2 stands out for outlet density — 36 outlets (18 C13, 18 Cx) on a single vertical strip at 415V three-phase input, rated for 17.3 kW input power capacity.

Technical Highlights:

• 17.3 kW input capacity at 415V/30A: lets you consolidate what might otherwise take two lower-capacity PDUs into one strip, which matters when vertical rail space in the cabinet is already tight.
• Mixed C13/Cx outlet configuration: the 18 Cx outlets accept both C14 and C20 cords, so you can mix standard servers and higher-draw equipment on the same strip without ordering a second PDU variant.
• 1-pole 20A branch protection, 10 kAIC interrupt rating: isolates faults per branch circuit rather than tripping the whole unit, and the 10 kAIC rating gives real fault-current headroom in a North American data center panel.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is a 415V three-phase unit with an L22-30P input plug — confirm your panel and whip termination support this before ordering, since it won't drop into a 208V single-phase circuit.
• At 70 inches long, it needs full-height vertical rail clearance; measure your cabinet's 0U channel depth (2.2in x 2.5in cross-section) before assuming it fits alongside existing cable management.

This is the right call for a colocation or enterprise data hall cabinet running dense, mixed server and network gear off a three-phase 415V feed — not for a single-phase office server closet where a standard 1U PDU covers the load with room to spare.