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Horizontal Rack PDU

Equipment sprawl and tangled power cords in rear cabinet zones delay troubleshooting and create safety hazards during live operations. Horizontal Rack PDUs mount at 1U or 2U heights to centralize outlet access without side-rail obstruction. 
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Material & Grade
  • Cold Rolled Steel (CRS) – SPCC
  • Aluminum Sheet – 6063, 5052
  • Copper Busbars – C11000
  • Galvanized Steel
  • Sheet thickness: Up to 2.0mm capable
  • Rack Mount: 1U (44mm) or 2U (88mm) height
  • Width: 19″ (482mm) standard rack width
  • Depth: 300mm to 600mm
  • Maximum capable: 2U x 482mm (W) x 600mm (D)
  • Compact & Extended depth variants available 
  • Powder Coating – RAL 9005 (Black), RAL 7035 (Grey)
  • Thickness: 60-80 microns
  • Anodized finish (for Aluminum)
  • Nickel-plated copper busbars
  • Electro-galvanized finish
  • CNC Laser Cutting
  • CNC Punching & Bending
  • TIG/MIG Welding
  • CNC Press Brake Forming
  • Busbar fabrication & plating
  • Sheet metal assembly & riveting 
  • 19″ Rack Mount Brackets
  • M6 Cage Nuts & Screws
  • Cable Retention Clips
  • Grounding Lugs & Hardware
  • Stainless Steel Fasteners
  • Mounting Ears (L-brackets)
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Product Description

Available in configurations from 6 to 24 outlets with current ratings spanning 10A to 32A across single and three-phase inputs, these units position power delivery within arm’s reach of front-mounted equipment. Thermal-magnetic circuit breakers paired with copper busbar assemblies eliminate nuisance trips, support rapid outlet identification, and reduce cable management complexity in mid-density installations. 

Mounting Type
  • Horizontal 1U Rack Mount
  • Horizontal 2U Rack Mount
  • Front Mount Installation
  • Rear Mount Installation  
  • Under-equipment mounting
  • Standard 19″ EIA rack compatible
  • Voltage Range: 100V to 415V (Single/Three Phase)
  • Current Capacity: 10A to 32A
  • Maximum Power: Up to 14 kW capable
  • Frequency: 50/60 Hz
  • Input: IEC C14, C20, Hardwire options
  • Outlet Types: IEC C13, C19, Universal, NEMA 5-15R
  • Outlet Count: 6 to 24 outlets available
  • Front/Rear facing outlet orientations 
  • Switched/Unswitched options
  • LED current indicator & Digital display compatible
  • Network monitoring (SNMP, HTTP, Modbus)
  • Per-outlet monitoring available
  • Circuit Breakers: Thermal-Magnetic type
  • Current Range: 10A to 32A protection
  • Surge Protection (MOV-based) available
  • Over-current & Over-voltage Protection
  • Short Circuit Protection
  • IEC 60950-1, IEC 62368-1 
  • UL 60950-1, UL Listed
  • CE Marked
  • RoHS Compliant
  • FCC Part 15 (Class A)
  • IP20 Protection
  • ISO 9001:2015 Manufacturing

Technical Advantages

Enclosure fabrication utilizes press-brake forming of cold-rolled steel or aluminum sheet stock to achieve rigid 1U profiles capable of withstanding rack installation torque without deformation. Copper busbars receive nickel plating through electrolytic processes that deposit 5-10 micron coatings, minimizing junction heating at outlet terminals. 

Rated for voltage inputs between 100V and 415V with frequency-agnostic operation, these PDUs handle heterogeneous power infrastructure found in multi-region deployments. Circuit protection employs thermal-magnetic breakers calibrated for 10A to 32A thresholds, combining bimetallic thermal elements for overload response with magnetic coils for instantaneous short-circuit interruption. Design for Manufacturing principles optimize outlet spacing and mounting hole patterns to reduce assembly time while maintaining field serviceability.

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Industry Applications

Network Aggregation Layers

Powers top-of-rack switches and fiber patch panels where front-facing outlet access accelerates port reconfiguration during network topology changes.

Virtual Desktop Infrastructure Farms

Supplies power to session host servers and connection brokers in VDI clusters requiring synchronized equipment shutdowns for maintenance windows.

Storage Area Networks

Feeds redundant storage controllers and Fibre Channel switches in SAN fabrics where cable path length directly impacts signal integrity.

Media Streaming Platforms

Distributes power to encoding servers and content delivery caches positioned in regional POPs with limited technical staffing. 

AI Training Clusters

Manages power delivery to GPU compute nodes in machine learning environments where outlet-level monitoring tracks model training energy consumption.

Managed Hosting Cabinets

Provides customer-dedicated power distribution in shared rack environments requiring physical and electrical isolation between tenants. 

Horizontal Rack PDU

Custom Rack-Optimized Power Distribution

Cabinet architectures differ in equipment density, cooling strategies, and access requirements based on operational models. Frigate produces Horizontal Rack PDUs in front-mount or rear-mount configurations with depth dimensions from 300 to 600 mm, accommodating shallow networking gear or extended server chassis. 

We provide mounting hardware including cage nuts, grounding lugs, and cable retention clips matched to your outlet count and metering requirements, plus durable powder-coated finishes that resist abrasion during repeated equipment insertions. These solutions maintain compatibility with evolving rack standards and power delivery topologies as infrastructure scales. 

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How does front-mount over rear-mount placement affect cable management in Horizontal Rack PDUs?

Frigate designs front-mount PDUs with outlet orientations angled toward equipment to minimize power cord lengths when servers occupy forward rack positions. This placement keeps power cables separated from rear data cable zones, reducing visual clutter during audits. Rear-mount installations position outlets near equipment power supply modules, eliminating cord drape across airflow paths. Frigate includes cable retention clips on both mounting styles to prevent accidental disconnection during adjacent equipment servicing. 

What outlet spacing strategies does Frigate employ to maximize usable outlet count in 1U PDUs?

Frigate balances outlet density against plug interference by analyzing common power connector geometries across server manufacturers. Standard spacing at 38-45 mm centers accommodates most C13 plugs without blocking adjacent outlets. For equipment using oversized transformer bricks or right-angle connectors, Frigate alternates outlet orientations or incorporates wider spacing zones within the same PDU body. This approach delivers 12-16 usable outlets in 1U formats where uniform spacing would reduce practical capacity to 8-10 outlets. 

Can Horizontal Rack PDUs support dual-corded equipment in redundant power architectures?

Frigate manufactures horizontal PDUs as matched pairs with independent input feeds from separate electrical sources. Installing one PDU at the front and another at the rear of the same rack allows dual-corded servers to connect each power supply to physically separated units. This configuration maintains equipment operation during single PDU maintenance or upstream circuit failures. Frigate ensures identical outlet counts and positioning across paired models to simplify cable planning and load balancing. 

How does metering granularity impact operational decision-making in Horizontal Rack PDUs?

Different metering levels serve distinct operational requirements: 

  • Basic LED metering: Provides quick visual current checks during equipment installation, suitable for static loads with infrequent changes 
  • Advanced digital displays: Show real-time voltage, current, power factor, and kWh for billing reconciliation and trend analysis 
  • Intelligent monitoring: Enables per-outlet current tracking, remote switching, and threshold alerts for proactive capacity management in dynamic environments 

Frigate recommends advanced metering for colocation billing needs and intelligent monitoring for cloud environments with automated workload migration. 

What depth specifications should guide Horizontal Rack PDU selection for shallow network equipment?

Frigate produces compact 300-350 mm depth PDUs specifically for racks housing switches, routers, and patch panels that rarely exceed 400 mm total depth. These shallow models prevent the PDU from protruding beyond equipment into rear service aisles where technicians navigate between cabinet rows. Extended 500-600 mm depths suit racks mixing networking gear with deep blade servers, ensuring the PDU doesn’t obstruct equipment rail adjustments. Frigate verifies that all depths accommodate standard IEC C13 and C19 cord lengths without requiring cable extensions. 

How does Frigate address heat dissipation in 2U Horizontal Rack PDUs handling high amperage loads?

Frigate engineers 2U enclosures with increased internal volume to separate heat-generating components and improve convective airflow around busbars. Aluminum construction provides thermal conductivity four times greater than steel, transferring heat to the rack frame structure. Busbar cross-sections scale proportionally with current ratings to maintain conductor temperatures below 70°C at maximum load. Frigate conducts thermal imaging under sustained 32A loading to identify and eliminate hotspots before production release. 

Can Horizontal Rack PDUs integrate surge protection without increasing rack unit consumption?

Frigate incorporates Metal Oxide Varistor (MOV) surge suppression modules within standard 1U profiles by optimizing internal component layout. These MOVs clamp transient voltages from lightning-induced surges or utility switching events before reaching connected equipment. Frigate specifies MOVs with energy ratings between 150-300 joules based on PDU current capacity. LED indicators signal MOV degradation after absorbing multiple surge events, prompting preventive replacement before protection failure occurs. 

What considerations determine whether front or rear outlet orientation better serves specific deployments?

Outlet orientation impacts accessibility and cable routing efficiency: 

  • Front-facing outlets: Ideal when equipment lacks rear access due to containment walls or tight spacing, simplifies visual outlet identification, supports rapid power cycling during troubleshooting 
  • Rear-facing outlets: Reduces front cabinet aesthetics clutter in customer-facing colocation environments, shortens cable runs to equipment power supplies, minimizes accidental cord disconnection 

Frigate offers both orientations in identical electrical specifications, allowing facility managers to standardize on single PDU models while adapting installation direction per rack requirements. 

How does circuit breaker placement affect operational safety in live Horizontal Rack PDUs?

Frigate positions circuit breakers centrally on the front faceplate with clear ON/OFF state indicators visible from three feet away. This placement allows operators to visually confirm breaker status before initiating equipment changes in adjacent racks. Recessed breaker handles prevent accidental tripping when technicians reach across PDUs to access nearby equipment. Breaker labels correlate directly to outlet numbering schemes printed on the PDU body, eliminating guesswork during emergency load shedding procedures. 

What grounding requirements must Horizontal Rack PDUs satisfy in three-phase data center installations?

Frigate provisions dedicated grounding lugs accepting 6-10 AWG copper conductors to bond PDU enclosures to rack frame ground bars. Three-phase PDUs include neutral and ground conductor terminals rated for full phase current to handle imbalanced loads without voltage rise on the chassis. All internal metallic components maintain electrical continuity to the ground lug through welded or bolted connections verified with milliohm resistance testing. Frigate follows NEC Article 250 grounding requirements and validates ground path integrity before final assembly to ensure personnel safety during fault conditions. 

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