Server Technology C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 Switched Rack PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 is a switched rack power distribution unit built for data center and server room racks that need outlet-level control across a large mixed-outlet load. It runs on a 208/240V input with a 30A breaker and delivers power through 36 total outlets — 18x C13 and 18x CX — split across three branches (3BR) for load segmentation. If you're speccing rack power for a cabinet with a mix of servers, switches, and locking-cord equipment, the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 covers both standard IEC connections and higher-retention CX outlets in one unit.

Key Features

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• 36 total outlets (18x C13 + 18x CX): covers standard IEC C14-corded servers and network gear on the C13 side while the CX outlets add a locking-style connection point for equipment where accidental cord disconnects are a real risk in a dense, cabled rack.
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• Switched outlet control: individual outlets can be power-cycled remotely, which matters when a hung server or switch needs a reboot and the rack isn't within easy walking distance — no need to physically pull a cord.
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• 208/240V input, 30A breaker: matches standard three-phase or split-phase data center circuit provisioning, letting the unit carry a full rack's worth of servers and network equipment without tripping under normal load.
• 3-branch (3BR) circuit design: splits the 36 outlets across three separate branch circuits, so a single overloaded branch or fault doesn't take down every outlet in the rack — a meaningful reliability factor for racks running mixed workloads.
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• TAA compliance: relevant for government and federal integrators who need to document Trade Agreements Act sourcing for the procurement record on a given contract.
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• High outlet density per rack unit: 36 outlets on one PDU reduces the number of PDUs needed per cabinet compared to lower-density units, which matters when rack space and cable routing are both at a premium.
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Integration & Compatibility

The C2W36TE-2PAF2M99's C13 outlets accept standard IEC C14 power cords used by the vast majority of rack-mount servers, switches, and storage arrays, so most existing equipment cords will plug in without adapters. The CX outlet positions are intended for equipment or cordsets using that locking connector style, giving you a way to secure critical loads against vibration or accidental cord pulls in a busy cabinet. Because outlets are switched, the unit is a fit for remote hands scenarios — colocation racks, branch data closets, or any site where a technician isn't always on-site to manually cycle power. When planning a rack build, pair this PDU with your network video recorders or server infrastructure and size your circuit against the full connected load, not just the breaker rating, to leave headroom. For broader guidance on matching PDU capacity to a rack's actual draw, see our PoE and power planning guide before finalizing a cabinet's power budget.

The C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 (often searched as C2W36TE 2PAF2M99) is built for 0U vertical mounting in standard server racks, keeping horizontal rack unit space free for compute and storage. If your deployment also includes IP-connected equipment, browse the broader power distribution units category to compare outlet counts and voltage configurations against your rack's actual load profile, or check the Server Technology product line for related switched and monitored PDU models. For racks combining PDUs with networking gear, a PoE switch selection guide can help confirm your power budget lines up across the whole cabinet.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 TAA compliant?

A: Yes, the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 is listed as TAA compliant, which supports documentation requirements for government and federal procurement.

Q: What input voltage does the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 require?

A: The C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 operates on 208/240V input with a 30A breaker.

Q: How many outlets does the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 have, and what types?

A: It has 36 total outlets: 18x C13 and 18x CX, distributed across three branch circuits.

Q: Is the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 a switched or basic PDU?

A: It is a switched PDU, meaning individual outlets can be controlled and cycled rather than only monitored.

Q: Can I mix C13 and CX-corded equipment on the same PDU?

A: Yes — the C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 is built with both outlet types on one unit specifically to support mixed-cord racks.

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Jerry Tildsen

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The Server Technology C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 is one of the higher outlet-density switched PDUs I spec for cabinets running mixed server and network loads — 36 outlets on a single 208/240V, 30A unit means fewer PDUs competing for 0U rack space in a deep cabinet.

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Technical Highlights:

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• 18x C13 + 18x CX outlet mix: covers standard IEC-corded servers and switches on the C13 side while reserving CX positions for equipment where you want a more secure connection in a high-traffic rack.
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• 3-branch (3BR) circuit split: divides 36 outlets across three branches rather than one, so a single branch fault or overload is isolated instead of dropping the whole PDU.
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• 208/240V, 30A input: sized for standard data center circuit provisioning — confirm your total connected load against this rating before filling all 36 outlets on one unit.
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Deployment Considerations:

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• Switched outlet control is the right call for remote or lights-out sites where a technician can't walk over and pull a cord to reset a hung device.
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• With 36 outlets on three branches, plan your load distribution across branches deliberately — don't cluster your highest-draw equipment on a single branch just because the outlets happen to be adjacent.

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This is the PDU I reach for on a colocation or remote data closet build where the rack holds a mix of C13-corded servers and CX-locked network gear, and where outlet-level remote power cycling saves a truck roll. The C2W36TE-2PAF2M99 fits that job specifically because of the outlet mix and branch isolation — not a general-purpose pick for a light single-server cabinet.

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