Server Technology C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C 42-Outlet 3-Phase Switched PDU

Overview

The Server Technology C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C is a 0U vertical rackmount switched PDU built for 3-phase Wye power distribution in data center and colocation racks. Rated for 17.3kW of input capacity and delivering 42 individually switched IEC 60320/C13 outlets, this unit targets high-density server racks where per-outlet control and 3-phase load balancing matter more than a basic power strip can offer. The C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C (often searched as C2W42CE 5CAE2M00/C) belongs to the Switched PRO2 Primary series, positioned as the primary distribution unit in a metered/switched rack power architecture.

Key Features

• 42x IEC 60320/C13 Output Connectors: Covers dense multi-server racks without daisy-chaining a second strip — each outlet is individually switched, so a hung server can be power-cycled remotely instead of walking the floor.
• 3-Phase Wye Input: Splits load evenly across three phases instead of overloading a single leg, which is the difference between a rack that trips a breaker under load and one that doesn't.
• 30A Input Current (24A Rated): The 24A continuous rating reflects the standard 80% derate for continuous loads — plan circuit capacity against 24A, not the 30A nameplate figure.
• 17.3kW Input Power Capacity: Headroom for GPU-dense or high-draw compute racks where a lower-capacity PDU would force load-shedding across fewer servers per rack.
• 415V AC Input Voltage: Matches 3-phase Wye data center feeds common in enterprise facilities — confirm your electrical service matches before ordering, since this isn't a step-down unit.
• NEMA L22-30P Input Plug: A locking twist-lock plug rated for the 30A circuit, reducing accidental disconnects in a busy rack row compared to a straight-blade cord.
• 12A @ 240V L-N Outlet Rating: Each C13 outlet can carry a real server power supply load without derating concerns across the bank of 42.
• 0U Vertical Rackmount Form Factor: Mounts in the rear rack channel rather than consuming horizontal U-space, leaving front rack units free for compute and storage gear.
• 64.0" Height: Spans a full-height rack vertically, putting outlets within reach at every rack unit rather than clustering them at one end.
• 1.75" Width / 3.5" Depth: A narrow rear-channel footprint that clears cable management arms and PDU brackets in standard 4-post racks.

Integration & Compatibility

As a Switched PRO2 Primary unit, the C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C fits into rack power designs alongside power distribution units and complements planning covered in a power and infrastructure planning guide when sizing circuits across multiple racks. For broader rack power strategy, review the Server Technology PDU line alongside network video recorders or compute racks that share the same electrical room, and pair deployments with matching rack mounting accessories for cable and PDU management. Outlet switching on this series is typically managed through the unit's own network interface for remote on/off control and load monitoring per outlet — confirm firmware and monitoring feature parity against your specific rack management software before standardizing a fleet order.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How many outlets does the C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C have?

A: 42 individually switched IEC 60320/C13 output connectors.

Q: What input plug does the C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C use?

A: A NEMA L22-30P locking twist-lock plug, rated 30A (24A continuous rated).

Q: Is the C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C single-phase or 3-phase?

A: It's a 3-phase Wye input unit rated at 415V AC with 17.3kW input power capacity.

Q: What is the outlet rating per C13 connector?

A: 12A @ 240V L-N per outlet.

Q: What rack form factor is the C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C?

A: 0U vertical rackmount, 64.0 inches tall, 1.75 inches wide, and 3.5 inches deep.

Ted Perry

The C2W42CE-5CAE2M00/C is a 3-phase primary PDU I'd spec for a rack running 30-35 servers with dual power supplies. The 17.3kW capacity on a 415V Wye feed gives you real headroom over single-phase alternatives in the same rack footprint.

Technical Highlights:

• 42x C13 Switched Outlets: Individually switched, so a stuck server gets a remote power cycle instead of a dispatch to the data center floor.
• 24A Rated / 30A Input: Size your circuit breaker and PDU load planning off the 24A continuous figure — the 30A number is the plug rating, not the sustained draw budget.
• 0U Vertical, 64.0" Height: Runs the full rack height in the rear channel, which means outlets land near whatever U position you're patching, not just at the top or bottom.

Deployment Considerations:

• Confirm your facility actually runs 415V 3-phase Wye service to the rack row before ordering — this isn't a unit you can adapt to 208V single-phase infrastructure.
• The NEMA L22-30P locking plug requires a matching receptacle in the PDU whip; verify your electrical contractor has that receptacle spec'd before the unit arrives.

This is the right primary PDU for a 3-phase colocation cage or enterprise data hall rack standardizing on C13-powered 1U/2U servers — not a fit for edge closets running single-phase 120V/208V power.