Vertiv 38139 Basic Rackmount PDU 30A 208V 10-Outlet
Overview
The Vertiv VRELN100-103C13TL6 — part number 38139 — is a basic standard rackmount power distribution unit rated at 30A, 208V, and 4.9kW continuous load capacity. Built for IT equipment racks and cabinets in data centers, server rooms, and dense compute environments, it delivers reliable single-phase power through ten IEC C13 outlets on a compact 1U horizontal or vertical chassis. Every unit ships 100% factory-tested before it leaves the line — not a marketing claim, but a stated production requirement. The chassis is heavy-gauge steel with a black powder coat finish, sized at 17.00 x 1.72 x 1.61 inches to fit standard 19-inch panels via the included mounting brackets.
For architects evaluating Vertiv power distribution across a larger deployment, the VRELN100-103C13TL6 sits in the Basic Standard tier — no remote monitoring, no switched outlets, no metering — which is exactly what makes it the right answer when you need cost-efficient, reliable power delivery without the overhead of managed PDU infrastructure. Pair it with a rackmount PDU strategy that reserves managed units for critical or high-density circuit paths and uses this unit for predictable, stable loads.
Key Features
- 30A / 4.9kW input at 208V: Handles a fully populated row of 1U servers or a mix of storage and networking gear without headroom anxiety. The 4.9kW rating assumes 208V feed — size your UPS and branch circuit accordingly, and you're not leaving capacity on the table.
- 10 IEC C13 receptacles in two banks of five: The C13 form factor is the standard connector for 1U servers, KVM switches, patch panels with power, and most mid-range networking gear. Two banks of five mean each bank is independently protected — a breaker trip on one bank doesn't kill the other five outlets.
- 4 x 15A thermal breakers: Thermal breaker protection is passive and self-resetting — no blown fuses to stock, no panel-level breaker trip to deal with. Each breaker pair covers a five-outlet bank, capping outlet draw at 15A per bank to protect both the PDU and the connected equipment.
- NEMA L6-30P twistlock plug, 10ft / 10 AWG cord: The L6-30P twistlock is the correct plug for 30A/208V branch circuits — it physically cannot be accidentally pulled from the receptacle under vibration or cable tension. The 10/3 AWG wire gauge is properly sized for the 30A rating; don't substitute a lighter cord if you ever need to replace it.
- Horizontal and vertical rackmount flexibility: The 17-inch chassis mounts in a standard 19-inch rack either horizontally (1U, zero depth intrusion into the rear cable channel) or vertically along a side rail, preserving more U-space in tightly packed enclosures. Both 19-inch panel mount brackets (SLB-4 style) are included.
- 200–240V input range, 50/60Hz: Operates across the full international 200–240V band, so this unit travels to EU, UK, and AU data center projects without a power configuration change — only the plug adapter varies by region.
- TAA Compliant, Buy American Act COTS compliant, manufactured in USA: If your project is subject to federal procurement rules, GSA schedule requirements, or Buy American Act compliance mandates, this unit satisfies all three without a waiver. Many comparable PDUs are manufactured offshore and require country-of-origin review.
- RoHS compliant, UL & c-UL Listed: UL 1950 Accessory listing confirms the unit has been independently tested for electrical safety. RoHS compliance matters for facilities with WEEE disposal requirements or green-building certification goals.
- 5-year limited warranty: Five years is notably longer than the 1–3 year warranties common on non-branded rackmount PDUs. For infrastructure installed at the back of a rack and touched rarely, the extended coverage reduces lifecycle replacement cost.
Integration & Compatibility
The VRELN100-103C13TL6 integrates into any rack or cabinet with a standard 19-inch mounting rail. The L6-30P plug requires a 30A/208V branch circuit — confirm your PDU breaker panel has a 30A double-pole breaker and the appropriate L6-30 receptacle at the floor/ceiling entry point before ordering. The ten IEC C13 outlets accept standard C14 power cords (the short jumper cables bundled with virtually every 1U rackmount server). This unit carries no management interface — no RJ-45, no USB, no SNMP — so it draws no IP address, requires no firmware, and introduces zero network attack surface. For environments with UPS and power infrastructure already managed centrally, this is an appropriate distribution layer for non-critical or static loads where remote outlet switching would add cost without operational benefit. Review your data center power planning to confirm single-phase 30A capacity meets your rack's actual load before deploying at scale.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is the Vertiv 38139 TAA compliant?
A: Yes. The VRELN100-103C13TL6 is TAA Compliant, Buy American Act COTS Compliant, and manufactured in the USA — making it eligible for federal and GSA procurement without a country-of-origin waiver.
Q: What plug type does the 38139 require?
A: It ships with a NEMA L6-30P twistlock plug and requires a 30A/208V branch circuit. Confirm your rack's branch circuit has a 30A double-pole breaker and an L6-30 receptacle before installation.
Q: How many outlets does the 38139 provide, and how are they protected?
A: The unit provides 10 IEC C13 receptacles arranged in two banks of five. Each bank is protected by a pair of 15A thermal breakers — a trip on one bank does not affect the other.
Q: Can the 38139 be mounted both horizontally and vertically?
A: Yes. The 17-inch chassis supports both horizontal (1U) and vertical rackmount configurations. Both 19-inch panel mount brackets (SLB-4 style) are included.
Q: What is the warranty on the Vertiv 38139?
A: Vertiv covers this unit with a 5-year limited warranty, which is longer than the 1–3 year coverage typical of comparable non-branded rackmount PDUs.
Q: Does the 38139 work on 240V international circuits?
A: The input voltage range is 200–240V at 50/60Hz, so it operates on European, UK, and Australian 240V supplies — only the plug adapter varies by region.
The 38139 is a straightforward specification if you know what you're buying: a non-metered, non-switched basic PDU rated at 30A continuous on a 208V single-phase feed. The VRELN100-103C13TL6 gives you 4.9kW of usable capacity — not 6kW, not 7.2kW — so if your rack draw approaches or exceeds that under full load, you're in the wrong tier and need a 40A or 50A unit instead. Size the load first.
Technical Highlights:
- Thermal breaker protection (4 x 15A): Two independently protected banks of five C13 outlets means a single overloaded device trips one bank without killing the full rack. In dense 1U deployments this is the difference between a partial outage and a full rack outage.
- 10/3 AWG cord, 10 ft: The 10 AWG wire gauge is correctly rated for 30A — this matters if you're ever replacing a damaged cord in the field. Do not substitute 12 AWG regardless of what's available in the parts room.
- TAA / Buy American Act compliance: Manufactured in the USA and fully compliant, so this unit clears federal, state, and municipal procurement requirements without paperwork. A non-trivial advantage over offshore-manufactured alternatives at similar price points.
Deployment Considerations:
- The L6-30P plug requires a dedicated 30A/208V branch circuit with an L6-30 receptacle at the rack entry point — confirm this before the unit ships, not during installation. Retrofitting a branch circuit after the rack is built adds real cost and downtime.
- This unit carries no management interface of any kind. If you anticipate needing remote outlet switching, per-outlet metering, or SNMP/DCIM integration, spec a Vertiv Geist managed PDU instead — the Basic Standard tier won't be upgraded in the field.
The 38139 is well-suited to federal and municipal edge computing deployments, government-contractor server rooms, and any rack environment where procurement compliance and electrical reliability matter more than remote management overhead.
