Technical Specifications

PDU Families

 
PX 5000 SERIES
PX 4000 SERIES
PX 2000 SERIES
PX 1000 SERIES
PX 5000 SERIES
PX 4000 SERIES
PX 2000 SERIES
PX 1000 SERIES
Branch Circuit / Breaker Trip Alarming
PX 5000 SERIES
PX 4000 SERIES
PX 2000 SERIES
PX 1000 SERIES
PX 5000 SERIES
PX 4000 SERIES
PX 2000 SERIES
PX 1000 SERIES
Outlet Level Switching
PX 500 SERIES
PX 4000 SERIES
PX 2000 SERIES
PX 1000 SERIES

Standard on all models: Inlet Metering; Branch Circuit / Breaker Trip Alarming;
Billing Grade Metering Accuracy (+/- 1%), Certified ISO/IEC 62053-21, EU2014/32 MID Accuracy Compliant.

Controller Generations

 
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

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PX3 Controller
PX2 Controller
Embedded Processor
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

ARM Cortex A5 536 MHz
(Atmel A5D35A)
16MB SPI Flash
128MB DDR2 RAM

PX3 Controller

ARM9 400 MHz
(Atmel SAM9G20)
16MB NOR Flash
64MB SDRAM

PX2 Controller

ARM9 400 MHz
(Atmel SAM9G20)
16MB NOR Flash
64MB SDRAM





0U (Vertical)
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)
PX3 Controller
PX2 Controller




1U (Horizontal)
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)
PX3 Controller
PX2 Controller




2U (Horizontal)
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)
PX3 Controller
PX2 Controller




Display
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

High-Resolution Color TFT Display: Voltage, current, or active power (per line, per breaker, or per receptacle / outlet); Alarms; Configuration Information (name, ratings, IP / networking information). 320 x 240 resolution. Auto-flip orientation.

PX3 Controller

High-Resolution Color TFT Display: Voltage, current, or active power (per line, per breaker, or per receptacle / outlet); Alarms; Configuration Information (name, ratings, IP / networking information). 220 x 176 resolution. Auto-flip orientation.

PX2 Controller

7-Segment LED Display: Voltage, current, or active power (per line, per breaker, or per receptacle / outlet).





Hot Swap, Field Replaceable Controller
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

Yes

100% Field Replaceable while hot, no loose screws, no risk of short circuits, finger safe replacement in the unlikely event of an outage.

PX3 Controller

Yes

100% Field Replaceable while hot, no loose screws, no risk of short circuits, finger safe replacement in the unlikely event of an outage.

PX2 Controller

No





Navigation Buttons
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

4 large foil buttons with haptic feedback: up, down, select, back.

PX3 Controller

4 large foil buttons with haptic feedback: up, down, select, back.

PX2 Controller

2 Dual push-button





Ports Connectivity
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)
  • 2 x USB-A port
  • 2 x Ethernet port (green and black)
  • 1 x USB-B port
  • 1 x Sensor port (yellow)
  • 1 x Feature port (red)
  • 1 x 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) Ethernet
  • 1 x 10/100 (Fast) Ethernet Port
  • 1 x Console/Modem port (RJ-45)
PX3 Controller
  • 2 x USB-A port
  • 1 x Ethernet port (green)
  • 1 x USB-B port
  • 1 x Sensor port (yellow)
  • 1 x Feature port (red)
  • 1 x 10/100 (Fast) Ethernet
  • 1 x Console/Modem port (DB9)
PX2 Controller
  • 1 x USB-A port
  • 1 x Ethernet port (green)
  • 1 x USB-B port
  • 1 x Sensor port (yellow)
  • 1 x Feature port (red)
  • 1 x 10/100 (Fast) Ethernet
  • 1 x Console/Modem port (DB9)




Networking
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

10/100 BaseT Ethernet + Gigabit Ethernet standard; WiFi (802.11a/b/g/n)

PX3 Controller

10/100 BaseT Ethernet; WiFi (802.11a/b/g/n)

PX2 Controller

10/100 BaseT Ethernet; WiFi (802.11a/b/g/n)





Gigabit Ethernet
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

Yes

PX3 Controller

Optional

PX2 Controller

Optional





Dual Ethernet
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

Yes
Access your PDU on two separate networks or VLANs. Or, use the secondary Ethernet port for cascading (daisy chaining).

PX3 Controller

No

PX2 Controller

No





Power Sharing
(Expansion Port)
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

Yes
With a standard Cat5 connection, the iX7 Controller provides active redundant power to a second PDU controller, maintaining sensor connection and network visibility in case of an outage on the PDU feed.

PX3 Controller

No

PX2 Controller

No





PDU Cascading /
Daisy Chaining
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

USB or Ethernet Cascading, up to 16 devices.

PX3 Controller

USB Cascading, up to 16 devices.

PX2 Controller

USB Cascading, up to 16 devices.





WiFi support
Ix7™ Controller (NEW)

External USB Stick

PX3 Controller

External USB Stick

PX2 Controller

External USB Stick

Firmware Features


USB Interface

WiFi networking, PDU to PDU cascading up to 16 devices, bulk configuration, webcams, and mobile interface support on tablet or smartphone (PDView App available on iOS or Android).


System Management

Settings updates, bulk configuration, backup/restore, and firmware updates
Local Connection: USB flash drive, Console Port, PDView App (available on iOS or Android)
Remote Management: TFTP Server, SSH / Command Line Interface (CLI), Web User Interface (HTTPS).


Environmental Sensors

Temperature, Humidity, Air Flow, Differential Pressure, Water Leak and Contact Closure.
Plug-and-Play sensor bus allows up to 32 environmental sensors to attach to each PDU.

Learn More about Environmental Monitoring


Asset Management
(Feature Port)

When equipped with the optional Raritan Intelligent Asset Management sensor, automates real-time asset of equipment located in your data center.

Learn More about Asset Management


Rack Access Control

Compatible with Raritan intelligent door lock, handles, and card readers. Webcam alerts. Compatible with access control and DCIM solutions including Sunbird Power IQ.


Remote Management Protocols

HTTP(S); SSH Command Line Interface; Telnet; RS-232 (Serial); Power IQ; SNMP version v2/v3; SMTP; IPv6/IPv4; MODBUS/TCP;


Alerts/ Alarms

Receive alerts via SNMP, email (SMTP), and syslog when predefined thresholds are exceeded for both power and environmental events. Identical SNMP MIBs across all families.


Scripting

Automate intelligent PDU functions with JSON-RPC and LUA scripting. Software development toolkits (SDKs) available in Perl, Python, JavaScript, and Curl.

Learn More about Scripting


Security

Configurable Firewall (in/outbound traffic control); Configurable Strong Passwords; User Login Restrictions; Custom SSL Certificates;

Learn More about Security


Authentication

Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP), Active Directory®, Remote Access Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) protocol, or local credential database.
Strong passwords and granular user/user group permissions.

User Interface

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Electrical Components and Options


Input Power Capacity

Up to 67kVA.


Input Currents

From 12A up to 100A per line.


Input Voltages

From 100V, single phase; to 480v, three phase.



ISO/IEC 62053-21 / EU2014/32 MID Accuracy Compliant (+/-1%)
Certified with all load types, in real operating conditions, at all positions (CB, Inlet, Outlets)
(kWh), Voltage (V), Current (A), Active Power (kW), Real Power (kVA), Energy (kWh), Power Factor.


Remote Outlet Switching

Configurable Power Sequencing; PDU-based Load Shedding;Last Known State Power-on;Remote Outlet and Outlet Group On/Off;
Keep outlets switched off to prevent unauthorized access and avoid tripped circuit breakers. Use remote power switching to reboot hung servers or provision outlets for new devices without ever having to set foot in the facility.


Alternating Phase Outlets

Select PX three-phase models feature alternating outlet phase sources (US: L1 / L2, L2 / L3, L3/ L1; EU and Asia : L1, L2, L3) to dramatically improve load balancing, power cord dressing, and airflow.


Input Cord Length

Standard 3 Meters (10ft)
Optional: No Cord, or custom lengths up to 10 Meters (33ft)


Input Cord Type

Standard: Flexible,SO, SOOW or SJT
Optional: FR-03/FR-06 Plenum Cables, Shielded or Unshieled Low Smoke/Zero Halogen(LSOH) Cables, Molded Power Cords/ Plug Assemblies


Input feed Orientation

Top End (facing ceiling), Top Front (same face as outlet), Bottom End (facing floor), or Bottom Front (same face as outlets) options.


Terminal Block Option

Safely wire the power distribution unit directly to junction box or input breaker using a hard-wired terminal block.

Learn More about Terminal Block Options


Outlet Receptacles Density

Configurations up to 60 outlets per chassis.

Mechanical Design


Operating Temperature/Environment

Maximum Ambient Temperature: 60°C (140°F) on most models
85% Relative Humidity
0-10000ft Elevation


Chassis Color

Standard Black (powder coat)
Optional: Red, Blue, Light Blue, White, Green, Magenta, Orange, Gray, Bgrid-x grid-padding-xn, Yellow, and other custom PANTONE RAL upon request.


Conformance / Certifications

UL, Canada ICES-003, FCC Part 15 Class A, RoHS compliant, CE ,SAA , EAC


Rackmount Brackets

1U / 2U (Horizontal): Standard EIA brackets included.
0U (Vertical): Tool-less button mount; right-angle bracket (4000 series and 5000 series models only); infinitely-adjustable sliding bracket; and other custom mounting options available.

Ask about Mounting Options


Warranty

Standard 2 year manufacturer warranty. Extended warranty available up to 5 years.

Learn more about Guardian Support Warranties.


Other available Options

Raritan PX can be customized to fit any application needs, leveraging Raritan Advanced Engineering. Every aspect of the PX chassis, circuit breakers, input plug and feed, outlets and power options can be custom-engineered to order to fit your specific data center requirements.Following a stringent certification process, your custom engineered model will be fully tested and certified before delivery.

Learn More about Raritan Advanced Engineering

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