Middle Atlantic SW 0U 24A 120V(24)5-20R L5-30P - LP-61300

Middle Atlantic LP-61300 0U Vertical PDU — 30A, 24-Outlet, 120VAC

The Middle Atlantic LP-61300 is a 0U vertical power distribution unit designed to mount in the vertical channel of a standard 19" rack enclosure without consuming any rack unit space. It delivers 30A of 120VAC power across 24 NEMA 5-20R receptacles via an L5-30P twist-lock input, making it a straightforward high-density power strip for equipment racks where outlet count and rack-unit efficiency both matter. It carries TAA compliance, which qualifies it for US federal and government procurement. If you are evaluating the broader Middle Atlantic PDU lineup, this model sits in the non-switched, corded segment — basic distribution without monitoring or per-outlet control.

Key Features

• 0U vertical mounting: At 70.1 inches tall and only 2"×2" in cross-section, this unit mounts in the vertical channel of a rack enclosure and consumes zero rack units — preserving all 42U of usable rack space for active equipment. Essential for high-density builds where every unit counts.
• 24x NEMA 5-20R receptacles: Twenty-four 20A-rated outlets cover a full rack's worth of servers, switches, cameras, or AV gear in a single power run. Fewer PDUs per rack means fewer input circuits to manage and fewer single points of failure from cable clutter.
• 30A L5-30P twist-lock input: The L5-30P plug mates with a dedicated 30A circuit — this is not plug-and-play on a standard 15A or 20A wall outlet. Plan for a dedicated 30A branch circuit. At 120VAC/30A, total capacity is 3,600W; applying the NEC 80% continuous-load rule puts the safe sustained draw at 2,880W across all 24 outlets.
• 9.84 ft (3 m) power cord: Three meters of cord reach gives flexibility in where the PDU sits relative to the panel or floor-mount power source — enough slack for most standard rack-room or closet installations without an extension.
• Black and silver finish: The two-tone finish is consistent with Middle Atlantic's rack enclosure aesthetic, which matters in open-bay or glass-door deployments where interior appearance is visible to clients.
• TAA compliant: Procurement teams supporting federal contracts, GSA schedules, or NDAA-sensitive deployments can specify this unit without country-of-origin waivers.
• Slim 2"×2" cross-section: The narrow profile fits standard rack vertical channels without interfering with cable management, airflow baffles, or equipment ears. At 13.44 lbs shipping weight, installation is a one-person job.

Integration & Compatibility

The LP-61300 is sized to match a standard 42U rack — its 70.1-inch height corresponds closely to the interior usable height of most full-size rack enclosures. It is designed for Middle Atlantic's own rack vertical channel mounting system, though the slim form factor is compatible with many third-party enclosures that include a vertical PDU mounting channel. Verify your enclosure's vertical channel width and depth clearance against the 2"×2" cross-section before ordering.

The 24 NEMA 5-20R outlets are compatible with the standard NEMA 5-15P and 5-20P plugs found on most rack-mount servers, network switches, IP cameras, NVRs, and AV processors. No adapters are required for typical 15A or 20A equipment plugs — the 5-20R receptacle accepts both. The input side is a different story: the L5-30P twist-lock plug requires a matching 30A twist-lock receptacle on a dedicated 30A/120VAC branch circuit. Standard duplex outlets will not accept this plug. Coordinate with your electrician or facilities team before deployment if a dedicated circuit is not already in place.

For installations that also require battery backup or power conditioning, pairing this PDU with a UPS backup power unit rated for 30A input is the appropriate approach — the LP-61300 itself provides no surge suppression, conditioning, or runtime. For broader power planning across a full rack build, review the available rack power distribution options to confirm this unit matches your load profile and input circuit availability.

This unit shows no evidence of switched outlets, remote monitoring, metering, or network management capability based on the available specifications. If per-outlet switching, current metering, or SNMP/web management are requirements for your deployment, evaluate managed PDU options within the Middle Atlantic rack power catalog before committing to this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the LP-61300 require a special circuit?

A: Yes. The L5-30P input plug requires a dedicated 30A/120VAC branch circuit with a matching twist-lock receptacle. A standard 15A or 20A household-style outlet will not accept this plug. If your rack room or AV closet does not already have a 30A circuit at the rack location, budget for electrical work before installation.

Q: How many outlets does this PDU have, and what plug types do they accept?

A: The LP-61300 has 24 NEMA 5-20R receptacles. These accept both NEMA 5-15P (standard 15A two-prong with ground) and NEMA 5-20P (20A T-blade) plugs, covering the vast majority of rack-mount equipment without adapters.

Q: What is the actual usable power capacity under continuous load?

A: At 120VAC and 30A input, the theoretical maximum is 3,600W. The NEC 80% continuous-load rule limits safe sustained draw to 2,880W (24A continuous). Spread across 24 outlets, that averages 120W per outlet — adequate for switches, access points, cameras, and mid-range servers, but plan your load carefully if running high-draw computing equipment.

Q: Does the LP-61300 include monitoring, metering, or switched outlets?

A: The available specifications do not confirm any switching, metering, or network management features. Based on the documented specs, treat this as a basic corded PDU — power distribution only, with no remote control or current monitoring capability. If those features are required, verify with the manufacturer or evaluate a different model before purchasing.

Q: Is this PDU suitable for government or federal procurement?

A: Yes. The LP-61300 is TAA compliant, making it eligible for US federal procurement under GSA schedules and contracts subject to the Trade Agreements Act.

Q: Will this PDU physically fit my rack?

A: The unit is 70.1 inches tall and 2"×2" in cross-section. It is designed for the vertical PDU channel of compatible rack enclosures. Verify your enclosure's interior height and vertical channel dimensions before ordering — most standard 42U full-size racks will accommodate it, but shorter enclosures or those without a dedicated vertical channel may not.

Eden Phillips

The LP-61300 is one of those components that either fits your deployment perfectly or becomes a logistical headache before the first outlet is populated. The 30A L5-30P input is the deciding factor: if your rack room already has a 30A twist-lock circuit at each rack position, this unit delivers 24 outlets in zero rack units at a straightforward price point. If it does not, you are looking at an electrician visit and potentially panel work before you can power anything — factor that into your total cost before the purchase order goes out.

Technical Highlights:

• 0U vertical form factor: At 70.1" tall and 2"×2" cross-section, the LP-61300 occupies the rack's vertical channel rather than its usable U-space — in a 42U enclosure, that recovers every rack unit for active equipment, which in high-density video surveillance or AV builds translates directly to fewer racks per room.
• 2,880W continuous capacity (NEC 80%): Twenty-four outlets sharing 3,600W theoretical headroom averages 120W per outlet at the NEC-safe limit — comfortable for PoE switches, NVRs, and mid-density servers, but a rack full of GPU compute nodes will saturate this in a few slots.
• TAA compliance: For integrators bidding on government facilities, education, or DoD-adjacent work, TAA compliance on every component avoids sourcing exceptions that can delay contract closeout.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your enclosure has a dedicated vertical PDU mounting channel that accommodates a 2"×2" cross-section before ordering — not all third-party racks do, and field-mounting a 70" PDU without a proper channel is a cable-management problem waiting to happen.
• There is no evidence of metering, switching, or remote management in this unit's spec set. If your operations team expects per-outlet current monitoring or remote reboot capability — common requirements in unmanned IDF closets or remote surveillance head-end rooms — this model will not provide it and a managed PDU should be evaluated instead.

For a physical security head-end room running 12–20 IP cameras, a managed switch, an NVR, and a couple of access control panels — all standard NEMA 5-15P/5-20P loads well under 2,880W combined — the LP-61300 is a clean, space-efficient solution provided the 30A dedicated circuit is already in place. In that scenario, the 0U profile and 24-outlet density are genuine practical advantages over a traditional horizontal PDU approach.