StarTech.com 24-Outlet Rack PDU — Space-Saving Power for 42U Server Racks
Why Power Distribution Deserves as Much Planning as Your Servers
A rack full of equipment is only as reliable as the power feeding it. The StarTech.com 24 Outlet Power Strip is a rack-mountable power distribution unit (PDU) designed specifically for 42U racks and cabinets, delivering a 0U vertical solution that powers your whole stack without consuming a single rack unit. It's a practical pick for server rooms of all sizes, available at PC-Hybrid.ca.
Key Features
- Efficient Power Distribution: 24 NEMA 5-15 outlets providing 120V/15A — ample outlets for all your essential devices.
- Extended Reach: A 10-foot power cord allows flexible placement of the rack relative to the wall outlet.
- Space-Saving 0U Design: Mounts vertically in 42U racks and cabinets, taking up no rack space.
- Durable and Reliable: Backed by a lifetime warranty.
Who It's For
- IT teams with dense racks: When every rack unit counts, a 0U vertical PDU frees space for revenue-generating equipment.
- SMB server rooms: Growing businesses in Toronto, Montreal, or Calgary consolidating servers, switches, and storage into one 42U cabinet.
- Labs and test benches: 24 outlets handle a rotating cast of devices without daisy-chained power bars.
Buying Tips
- Check your circuit: the PDU supplies 120V/15A, so plan your total connected load accordingly.
- Confirm your rack height — this unit is designed for vertical mounting in 42U racks and cabinets.
- Count your devices plus headroom: 24 outlets sounds like plenty until you add PoE injectors and accessory bricks, so map your outlets before installation day.
Conclusion
With 24 outlets, a 0U footprint, and a lifetime warranty, this StarTech.com PDU is a simple, durable answer to rack power distribution. Find it and more StarTech.com solutions at PC-Hybrid.ca.
FAQ
- How many outlets does this PDU have? 24 NEMA 5-15 outlets providing 120V/15A.
- Does it use up rack space? No — it mounts vertically as a 0U solution in 42U racks and cabinets.
- How long is the power cord? 10 feet, for flexible placement.
- What warranty does it carry? A lifetime warranty.