PowerLok 8700-8800 Series Rack Power Distribution Units

Support 240/415VAC 3-Phase WYE rack configurations with the PowerLok 8700-8800 Series Rack Power Distribution Units (rPDUs). These next-generation PDUs address the increasing adoption of 415VAC 3-phase power as data center operators seek to maximize efficiency while ensuring uptime for their mission-critical equipment. By increasing the voltage of power-distributed IT equipment, transformer losses are minimized. PowerLok uses 240/415VAC distribution which yields savings by eliminating the need for a voltage transformation at the distribution level.

The PDUs include a range of 3-phase WYE units from 20 to 60A — up to 34kW with form factors ranging from 24 to 82 in. and cord lengths from 6 to 15 ft. The full range of PowerLok products feature a slim design that allows improved access to equipment in power-dense racks.

Reliability is built-in with rigorous engineering, stringent quality-control procedures, and advanced manufacturing processes. For example, robotically soldered connections between the line cord and each receptacle eliminate all manual connections. Adding to their reliability, PowerLok units incorporate advanced monitoring capabilities with full-function touchscreen displays that can be daisy-chained to minimize network port use. PowerLok PDUs are monitored with 0.5% precision, and data outputs include detailed power levels by phase and in total, data for historical graphing, alarms for load levels and environmental conditions, and administrative settings. Factory programmed to be network silent, users’ management software can collect data into their existing software via SNMP or Web Server.