Vertiv PD5-201 Hardwired Power Distribution Module for GXT5 High Voltage UPS
Overview
The Vertiv PD5-201 is a hardwired power distribution module purpose-built for the Liebert GXT5 5kVA and 6kVA High Voltage rack UPS platforms. If you're deploying the GXT5-5000HVRT5UXLN or GXT5-6KL630RT5UXLN and need a standardized IEC outlet configuration on the output side, this is the factory-matched PDU for that install. Unlike plug-in PDU variants in the GXT5 accessory line, the PD5-201 uses hardwired input — which means a licensed electrician connection on your end, but also no NEMA plug bottleneck limiting your feeder current capacity.
This module is part of Vertiv's broader Vertiv power infrastructure catalog, which includes the full GXT5 UPS family and companion distribution accessories. For teams evaluating the right distribution topology for their uninterruptible power supply deployment, the PD5-201 addresses the high-density IEC outlet requirement common in data center and server room rack buildouts.
Key Features
- Hardwired Input: No plug means no ampacity ceiling imposed by a NEMA connector. For 5–6kVA loads at 208V, hardwiring directly to the UPS output bus eliminates a common failure point and satisfies most data center electrical standards that prohibit large-draw plug connections in raised-floor environments.
- 2x IEC C19 Outlets: C19 receptacles handle up to 16A per port (per IEC standard), making them the correct landing point for high-draw servers, storage arrays, and PDU daisy-chain inputs. If you're populating a rack with dual-corded enterprise gear, these two C19 ports cover your heaviest draws without adapter cables.
- 6x IEC C13 Outlets: The six C13 receptacles are rated for standard 10A IEC loads — network switches, 1U servers, KVM units, and similar rack equipment. With six positions available, you can cover a moderately populated rack from a single PD5-201 without additional strip PDUs downstream.
- Designed for GXT5 5–6kVA HV Models Specifically: Vertiv publishes an explicit compatibility table for GXT5 PDU accessories, and the PD5-201 maps exclusively to GXT5-5000HVRT5UXLN and GXT5-6KL630RT5UXLN. Using this module with any other UPS model — including the mid-voltage (MV) GXT5 variants or the 8–10kVA HV units — is outside the supported configuration. The PD5-202 serves the 8–10kVA HV models; don't cross-apply.
- Mixed C19/C13 Output Topology: The 2+6 outlet mix reflects real rack load profiles — a small number of high-current anchor loads (servers, storage) paired with a larger pool of standard loads. This avoids the mismatch of an all-C13 PDU that forces C19-to-C13 adapters on high-draw equipment.
- Factory-Matched Accessory: As a Vertiv-sourced module for the GXT5 platform, the PD5-201 is engineered to the same mechanical and electrical tolerances as the UPS itself. Third-party distribution modules in the same bay may introduce fitment or monitoring integration issues that this unit avoids.
Integration and Compatibility
The PD5-201 (often searched as PD5 201) is verified compatible with exactly two GXT5 UPS models: GXT5-5000HVRT5UXLN and GXT5-6KL630RT5UXLN. Both are 5U rack-mount high-voltage units. If your deployment uses the medium-voltage (MV) GXT5 variants — such as the GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN or GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN — those models are served by the PD5-001 through PD5-006 series, not this unit. Confirm your UPS model number before ordering; the HV and MV output stages are not interchangeable.
For facilities planning the full power path from upstream distribution to rack-level protection, pairing this PDU with the correct power distribution infrastructure and a properly sized automatic transfer switch ensures the GXT5 platform performs as designed under failover conditions. If you're unsure whether the 5kVA or 6kVA GXT5 HV model is correct for your load profile, pre-sales engineering support is available to run the numbers before the order.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Which UPS models is the PD5-201 compatible with?
A: The PD5-201 is compatible with the Vertiv Liebert GXT5-5000HVRT5UXLN and GXT5-6KL630RT5UXLN only. It is not compatible with GXT5 medium-voltage (MV) models or the 8–10kVA high-voltage units (which use the PD5-202).
Q: Is the PD5-201 input hardwired or does it use a NEMA plug?
A: The PD5-201 uses a hardwired input — there is no NEMA plug. Installation requires a qualified electrician to terminate the input conductors directly. This is standard for high-current rack PDU deployments and eliminates plug-connector ampacity limits.
Q: What outlets does the PD5-201 provide?
A: The PD5-201 provides 2x IEC C19 receptacles and 6x IEC C13 receptacles on the output side. C19 ports handle higher-current loads (up to 16A per IEC standard); C13 ports serve standard 10A rack equipment.
Q: Can I use the PD5-201 with the GXT5 medium-voltage (MV) series?
A: No. The PD5-201 is designed for the high-voltage (HV) 5–6kVA GXT5 models only. The GXT5 MV 5kVA and 6kVA units (GXT5-5000MVRT4UXLN, GXT5-6000MVRT4UXLN) use separate PDU accessories from the PD5-001 through PD5-006 series.
Q: What is the difference between the PD5-201 and PD5-202?
A: Both use hardwired input, but the PD5-201 (2x C19 + 6x C13) is matched to the GXT5 5–6kVA HV models, while the PD5-202 (2x C19 + 4x C13) is matched to the GXT5 8kVA and 10kVA HV models. Do not substitute one for the other.
The detail that matters most on the PD5-201 is the outlet mix: 2x IEC C19 and 6x IEC C13 on a hardwired input. That configuration is not arbitrary — it maps directly to how a populated 5–6kVA rack actually loads, and Vertiv engineered this module to match those specific GXT5 HV output stages. If you're commissioning one of the two supported models (GXT5-5000HVRT5UXLN or GXT5-6KL630RT5UXLN), the PD5-201 is the distribution module that belongs in that build.
Technical Highlights:
- Hardwired Input: No plug connector means no artificial current ceiling from a NEMA receptacle — appropriate for 208V high-voltage output stages where plug-based connections often can't handle sustained load without derating.
- 2x IEC C19 Output: C19 is the correct socket for dual-corded enterprise servers and storage arrays drawing 10A+ per cord. Having two C19 ports on a single module keeps your highest-draw anchors on protected power without adapter cables.
- 6x IEC C13 Output: Six C13 positions handles the rest of the rack — switches, 1U compute, KVM, and similar 10A-class gear — from one module. That's a meaningful reduction in PDU complexity for a standard 10–14U populated rack.
Deployment Considerations:
- Hardwired input means your site's electrical contractor must be involved at installation. Factor that into project scheduling — this is not a self-install PDU for a lights-out remote deploy.
- The PD5-201 is model-locked to GXT5-5000HVRT5UXLN and GXT5-6KL630RT5UXLN only. The GXT5-8000HVRT5UXLN and GXT5-10KHVRT5UXLN require the PD5-202 — same form factor, different outlet count, different UPS models. Ordering the wrong variant is a common mistake on multi-UPS deployments.
This module is the right call for a dedicated server room or colocation cage deploying GXT5 HV 5–6kVA units where IEC-standard outlets are required and a hardwired electrical connection is already in the project scope.
