Vertiv CPQ-1087862-04 Vertical 0U Rack Power Distribution Unit

The Vertiv CPQ-1087862-04 is a vertical, zero-unit (0U) power distribution unit rated for 200–240V input at 4.9kW — designed for high-density rack environments where conserving rack unit space while delivering reliable branch-circuit power is a priority. The 0U form factor mounts vertically along the interior side rail of a standard cabinet, leaving every rack unit available for active compute, networking, or storage equipment.

Overview

As part of the Vertiv power distribution line, the CPQ-1087862-04 targets data center, server room, and network closet deployments that require a space-efficient, mid-range power capacity PDU. At 4.9kW on a 200–240V feed, it is suited for racks running a mix of 1U/2U servers, network switches, and storage appliances without oversubscribing a single 20A or 32A branch circuit.

Key Considerations

• Vertical 0U mounting: Installing vertically inside the rack preserves all horizontal rack units for revenue-generating equipment — a meaningful advantage in fully loaded rack PDU deployments where every 1U counts.
• 200–240V input range: Operating on 200–240V rather than 120V reduces current draw for equivalent load, which translates to thinner gauge branch circuit wiring and less heat generated in the cable run — a practical benefit in dense multi-rack rows.
• 4.9kW capacity: Provides adequate headroom for mid-density racks. If your per-rack power budget exceeds 5kW, evaluate a higher-capacity unit in the same Vertiv family before committing to a PDU count per rack.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What input voltage does the CPQ-1087862-04 require?

A: The CPQ-1087862-04 operates on 200–240V input, as specified in the product designation. It is not rated for standard 120V North American single-phase circuits.

Q: What is the power capacity of the CPQ-1087862-04?

A: The unit is rated at 4.9kW total capacity. This is appropriate for mid-density rack loads; higher-density racks exceeding 5kW per cabinet will require a higher-capacity PDU model.

Q: How does the 0U form factor benefit my rack installation?

A: The vertical 0U design mounts along the side rail of the rack cabinet, consuming zero horizontal rack units. Every 1U of rack space remains available for compute or networking equipment.

Q: Is the CPQ-1087862-04 the same as the VP5N30AV-B?

A: The product is listed under both designations — CPQ-1087862-04 (often searched as CPQ 1087862 04) is the catalog/order number referencing the VP5N30AV-B model. Confirm with Vertiv documentation that both identifiers resolve to the same SKU before ordering.

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The CPQ-1087862-04 covers the mid-range power budget — 4.9kW at 200–240V — in a vertical 0U form factor that keeps your rack units free for active hardware. For integrators building out standard server and network racks, this is the spec that matters most before spec'ing PDU count per row.

Technical Highlights:

• 4.9kW at 200–240V: Sufficient for mid-density mixed racks (1U servers, ToR switches, storage) without hitting the capacity ceiling that forces a two-PDU-per-rack config.
• Vertical 0U mounting: Side-rail installation keeps the full 42U or 48U rack available for revenue-generating equipment — no hidden U-count tax on your power infrastructure.
• 200–240V input range: Higher voltage input for equivalent load means lower current, thinner wire gauge, and less resistive heat in long cabinet-row branch runs.

Deployment Considerations:

• Verify the receptacle configuration (outlet type, count, and amperage per bank) against your specific server and switch power supply inlet types before ordering — the product name suffix 'Combin' suggests a combination outlet configuration that may not match all equipment.
• At 4.9kW, headroom is limited for future rack densification. If the rack is expected to grow beyond 5kW, size up now rather than retrofit a second PDU later.

Best fit: mid-density colocation or enterprise server racks in 200–240V environments where 0U space preservation and a clean single-PDU power budget are the primary design constraints.