APC AP8868 Rack-Mountable Power Distribution Unit (PDU) 208V 3-Phase 10kW

APC AP8868 Metered Rack Power Distribution Unit 208V 35A

Overview

The APC AP8868 is a metered rack power distribution unit (PDU) designed for three‑phase 208 V AC power distribution in high‑density server racks and data center environments. It is deployed by data center electrical engineers, infrastructure teams, and facilities administrators to deliver reliable distributed power while providing real‑time metering of electrical load and energy usage. Unlike UPS systems, this PDU does not provide battery backup; it is optimized for controlled distribution and monitoring of AC power to connected devices.

This model accepts 208 V three‑phase AC input via a CS8365 connection with a rated 35 A line current, yielding a total loading capacity of approximately 10 kW (10,000 VA). Power is distributed through 42 total output receptacles, consisting of 36 IEC 60320 C13 and 6 IEC 60320 C19 outlets, enabling connectivity for servers, networking gear, storage systems, and other rack equipment requiring 208 V service.

The unit installs in a zero‑U vertical rackmount configuration, preserving horizontal rack space and allowing side‑mount placement in 19‑inch racks or enclosures. Real‑time metering provides local and remote visibility into current, voltage, and power metrics, helping operations teams perform load balancing, circuit capacity planning, and proactive threshold alerts. Monitoring and configuration are supported through SNMP, Web, and command‑line interfaces for integration with centralized infrastructure management systems.

Typical deployments include high‑density compute racks, network core or aggregation racks, and data center row power distribution where multitudes of 208 V loads require both reliable power delivery and visibility into utilization trends. The design enables energy‑aware operations and preventive alerting to avoid overload conditions that could degrade performance or trigger circuit interruptions. International safety and emissions certifications support installation in enterprise environments.

This PDU is not intended for single‑phase 120 V installations, surge suppression, or as a UPS replacement. It requires appropriate three‑phase power infrastructure and should be paired with upstream circuit protection suited for 208 V service.

Key Features

• 208 V three‑phase zero‑U vertical metered rack PDU
• 35 A CS8365 input with ~10 kW load capacity
• 36 IEC 60320 C13 + 6 IEC 60320 C19 outlets
• Real‑time metering via SNMP/Web/CLI
• Vertical side‑mount preserves usable rack space

Technical Specifications