Server Technology C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB Switched Rack PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB is a switched POPS (Per Outlet Power Sensing) primary PDU built for data center racks that need granular outlet-level control across a mixed device load. It pairs 24 standard C13 outlets with 12 CX ALT-BRANCH HDOT outlets on a 208V, 3-branch circuit configuration — a layout aimed at racks running a combination of standard IEC power cords and higher-density HDOT (Horizontal Display Outlet Technology) connections. This is a primary unit, meaning it's positioned as the main distribution point in a primary/secondary PDU pairing rather than a standalone strip. If you're specifying rack power for a colo cage, server room, or telecom closet where remote outlet switching and load visibility matter, the C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB fits that role.

Key Features

• Switched, per-outlet control: Individual outlets can be remotely powered on/off/rebooted — useful when a hung server or network device needs a hard power cycle without a technician walking the row.
• 24x C13 outlets: Covers standard IEC C14-cord servers, switches, and storage arrays — the most common rack power connector, so compatibility with existing PDU cabling is straightforward.
• 12x CX ALT-BRANCH HDOT outlets: HDOT outlets add a physical locking mechanism that keeps power cords seated during vibration or accidental tugging — worth having on any rack that sees frequent hands-on maintenance.
• 208V input: Matches standard North American commercial/data-center 3-phase or split-phase distribution, letting the unit slot into existing 208V rack power infrastructure without a step-down.
• 3-branch (3BR) circuit design: Splits the 36 outlets across three separate branch circuits, so a single breaker trip or overload on one branch doesn't take down every device on the PDU — meaningful for racks mixing critical and non-critical loads.
• TAA compliance: Confirms the unit meets Trade Agreements Act sourcing rules, a hard requirement for federal and federally-funded procurement where non-compliant hardware gets rejected during purchase review.

Integration & Compatibility

As a primary POPS unit, the C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB is designed to work within Server Technology's Sentry power management architecture, which typically pairs a primary PDU with secondary units for extended rack coverage. Confirm your specific secondary-unit pairing and network management module needs against your existing power distribution units deployment before ordering, since primary/secondary compatibility is model-specific. For racks also running IP cameras, NVRs, or access control hardware, this PDU sits alongside a broader network video recorder or server rack build — pairing outlet-level power cycling with your existing remote management stack cuts truck rolls for stuck devices. Review a PoE and rack power planning guide before finalizing branch allocation across mixed camera, switch, and server loads.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is the C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB TAA compliant?

A: Yes, this unit is TAA compliant, making it eligible for federal and federally-funded procurement that requires Trade Agreements Act sourcing.

Q: What outlet types does the C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB provide?

A: It provides 24 standard C13 outlets plus 12 CX ALT-BRANCH HDOT locking outlets, for a total of 36 outlets across three branch circuits.

Q: What input voltage does this PDU require?

A: It's designed for 208V input power.

Q: Is the C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB a primary or secondary PDU unit?

A: It's a primary unit (PRIMARY PRO2 in the product designation), intended as the main distribution point in a Server Technology primary/secondary PDU configuration.

Jerry Tildsen

The C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB is a 36-outlet switched PDU, and the outlet mix is the detail worth pausing on: 24 C13 plus 12 CX ALT-BRANCH HDOT, split across a 3-branch 208V circuit.

Technical Highlights:

• 24x C13 + 12x CX HDOT outlets: covers standard IEC-corded gear and locking HDOT connections in one strip, so you're not running two separate PDU types for mixed equipment racks.
• 3-branch (3BR) circuit split: isolates faults so one overloaded branch doesn't drop all 36 outlets at once.
• 208V input: lines up with standard commercial data-center power without a transformer or step-down in the path.

Deployment Considerations:

• This is a primary (PRIMARY PRO2) unit — confirm your secondary-unit pairing and network module before ordering if you're extending coverage to a second half of the rack.
• HDOT outlets require HDOT-compatible cords to get the locking benefit; standard C14 cords will seat fine in the C13 side but won't lock on the CX ALT-BRANCH ports.

I'd spec the C2WG36TE-2CAF2M66/GB for a federal or federally-funded data center buildout where TAA compliance is a hard gate and the rack mixes standard servers with HDOT-terminated equipment on a 208V 3-phase feed.