Server Technology C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C 0U Switched Expansion PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C is a 0U vertical rack power distribution unit built for data center racks that need per-outlet power control without sacrificing rack unit space for compute or network gear. It's a PRO2 switched expansion PDU delivering 14.4kW at 208V 3-phase delta through 36 hybrid HDOT (High Density Outlet Technology) Cx outlets, combining 18 C13 and 18 Cx receptacles on a single vertical strip. This is an expansion unit — it extends outlet capacity on an existing PRO2 deployment rather than standing alone as a primary feed, and the configurable alternate-phase outlet layout is built specifically for mixed-load racks where you need to balance draw across all three phases without hand-mapping every cord.

Key Features

• 14.4kW total capacity at 208V 3-phase delta: enough headroom to feed dense server or switch racks running mixed 1U/2U loads without derating concerns on the PDU side — the constraint becomes your upstream breaker, not this unit.
• 36 total outlets (18 × C13 + 18 × Cx hybrid): the Cx hybrid outlet accepts either C14 or C20 plugs, so you're not stuck reordering cords when a piece of gear ships with a higher-amperage power supply than the rest of the rack.
• Remote outlet-level switching: each of the 36 outlets can be individually powered on, off, or rebooted remotely — critical when a hung server needs a hard power cycle and the tech isn't standing in front of the rack, or when you're staging equipment and want outlets dark until you're ready.
• Configurable alternating-phase outlet mapping: outlets step across the three phases in sequence, which is what actually lets you balance a mixed-load rack instead of dumping everything onto phase A and tripping a breaker while B and C sit idle.
• NEMA CS8365 input connector on a 10ft cord: a locking twist-lock connector rated for the 50A input — it won't walk out of the receptacle under vibration or accidental cord pull the way a straight-blade plug can, and the 10ft length reaches most upstream panel or PDU drops without an extension.
• 50A input current at 208 VAC: matched to the 14.4kW load rating with the headroom 3-phase delta service typically requires — verify your upstream panel breaker and receptacle match before ordering.
• 0U rackmount form factor at 2.20" wide × 2.50" deep: mounts vertically in the rack's rear channel and consumes zero horizontal rack units, so all 42U (or whatever your frame height is) stays available for servers, switches, and cable management instead of being eaten by a horizontal PDU tray.
• 50/60 Hz frequency support: covers both North American 60Hz and international 50Hz utility power without a separate SKU, useful if your organization standardizes hardware across regions.

Integration & Compatibility

As a PRO2 switched expansion unit, the C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C is designed to extend outlet count on an existing Server Technology PRO2 deployment — confirm your primary PRO2 unit and management infrastructure before ordering an expansion PDU on its own. The 208V 3-phase delta configuration and CS8365 input mean this unit is intended for facilities already running 3-phase distribution to the rack; check your data center's power distribution units lineup and upstream panel schedule for phase and amperage compatibility ahead of install. For teams planning out rack power budgets across multiple cabinets, a PoE and power planning guide can help map total draw before you commit to a 3-phase circuit order. The C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C (often searched as C2X36TE DFME2L99/C) pairs naturally with structured cabling and PoE network switches in the same rack, and with rack mounting accessories for cable management around the vertical outlet strip. Browse the full Server Technology PDU catalog for compatible primary units and additional expansion strips.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does the C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C work as a standalone PDU?

A: No — it's a PRO2 switched expansion unit designed to extend outlet capacity on an existing PRO2 deployment rather than operate as a primary standalone feed.

Q: How many outlets does the C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C have and what type?

A: 36 total outlets: 18 C13 receptacles and 18 hybrid Cx outlets that accept either C14 or C20 plugs.

Q: What input connector and cord length does this PDU use?

A: A NEMA CS8365 locking input connector on a 10ft cord, rated for 50A at 208 VAC.

Q: How much power can the C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C deliver?

A: 14.4kW total capacity at 208V 3-phase delta configuration.

Q: How much rack space does this PDU take up?

A: It's a 0U vertical rackmount unit at 2.20 inches wide by 2.50 inches deep, mounting in the rear rack channel without consuming horizontal rack units.

Q: Can I control individual outlets remotely on this PDU?

A: Yes — the C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C supports remote outlet-level switching across all 36 outlets for individual power cycling.

Jerry Tildsen

What sells me on the C2X36TE-DFME2L99/C is the alternating-phase outlet mapping on a 36-outlet, 14.4kW 3-phase delta strip — that's the detail that actually keeps a mixed-load rack balanced instead of overloading one leg while the other two sit underused.

Technical Highlights:

• 36 outlets (18 C13 + 18 Cx hybrid): the Cx outlets flex between C14 and C20 plugs, so a rack with mixed power-supply amperages doesn't force you into two different PDU SKUs.
• 14.4kW at 208V 3-phase delta: covers dense compute or network racks with real headroom, assuming your upstream panel is already provisioned for 3-phase at this amperage.
• 50A input via NEMA CS8365 on a 10ft cord: a locking connector that won't back out under cable strain — standard for 3-phase PDU installs, but confirm your panel receptacle matches before the unit ships.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is an expansion unit, not a primary PDU — it's meant to add outlet density to a rack already running PRO2 switched power, so confirm your primary unit and management head end before ordering.
• At 0U and just 2.20" wide, it mounts in the vertical rear channel and adds zero rack units, but that also means it has no front-facing display — outlet status and control run through the PRO2 management interface, not locally on the strip.

This is the right call for a data center operator scaling outlet count on an existing 3-phase PRO2 rack — colocation cages and enterprise server rooms adding gear faster than their original PDU footprint can keep up with.