Technical Specifications
PX PDU Series
PX 5000 SERIES
PX 4000 SERIES
PX 2000 SERIES
PX 1000 SERIES
Branch Circuit Monitoring
Circuit Breaker Trip Alarming
Outlet Level Monitoring
Outlet Level Switching
All PDU Series are available in PX3 and PX4 models.
Please contact a Raritan power expert for availability.
PX4 Rack PDUs
PX3 Rack PDUs
Management Controller
iX9™ Controller
iX7™ Controller
Embedded Processor
iX9™ Controller
Micro-controller: ARM Cortex A5 500 MHz
(Atmel SAMA5D21)
Memory: 32MB SPI Flash,
256MB DDR3 RAM
iX7™ Controller<
Micro-controller: ARM Cortex A5 536 MHz
(Atmel A5D35A)
Memory: 16MB SPI Flash,
128MB DDR2 RAM
0U (Vertical)
Ix9™ Controller
Ix7™ Controller
1U (Horizontal)
ix9™ Controller
Image coming soon!ix7™ Controller
2U (Horizontal)
Ix9™ Controller
Ix7™ Controller
Onboard Display
High-Resolution Backlit 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.
HOT-SWAPPABLE, FIELD-REPLACEABLE CONTROLLER
Ix9™ Controller
100% field-replaceable while hot, no loose screws, finger-safe replacement in the unlikely event of an outage.
Ix7™ Controller
100% field-replaceable while hot, no loose screws, finger-safe replacement in the unlikely event of an outage. New controllers require programming from Raritan Technical Support before replacement.
Navigation Buttons
4 large buttons with haptic feedback: up, down, select, and back.
Interface and Connectivity Ports
Ix9™ Controller
- 2 x 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) Ethernet (green and white)
- 2 x USB-A ports
- 1 x USB-B port
- 1 x Sensor port (yellow)
- 1 x PDU Link port (gray)
Ix7™ Controller
- 1 x 10/100/1000 (Gigabit) Ethernet port (green)
- 1 x 10/100 (Fast) Ethernet port (white)
- 2 x USB-A ports
- 1 x USB-B port
- 1 x Sensor port (yellow)
- 1 x Expansion port (gray)
- 1 x Console/Moden port (blue)
- 1 x Feature port (red)
Power Sharing
Ix9™ Controller
Using PDU Link Port with a standard Cat5 connection, the iX9 Controller provides active redundant power to a second PDU controller, maintaining sensor connection and network visibility in case of an outage on the PDU infeed.
Ix7™ Controller
Using Expansion Port 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.
PDU Linking / Cascading
Allows linking of up to 8 PDUs where the Primary PDU has both knowledge and power information from the attached Expansion PDUs. Redundant power from the first expansion unit ensures uptime even if the Primary PDU loses power.
Allows cascading of up to 16 devices to access a PDU on two separate networks or VLANs via USB or Ethernet.
Wi-Fi support
External USB Stick
Firmware Features
PX4 Rack PDUs
PX3 Rack PDUs
USB Interface
PDU to PDU cascading up to 16 devices, bulk configuration, webcams, console serial connection, and mobile interface support on tablets or smartphones.
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).
Mobile Access & Control
The Raritan PDView App allows you to quickly gain complete remote access and control to your intelligent and switched rack PDUs straight from your mobile device for initial setup and troubleshooting.
Environmental Sensors
Compatible with the Sensor Port, the plug-and-play sensor bus allows up to 32 sensor packages to attach to each PDU.
Options supported: Temperature, Humidity, Airflow, Dust/Particle, Differential Air Pressure, Water/Fluid, Vibration, Proximity, and Contact Closure sensors. Sensor hubs are also supported. (Accessories sold separately.)
Learn More About Environmental Monitoring
Asset Management
PX4 Rack PDUs
Compatible with the Sensor Port, when equipped with the optional Intelligent Asset Management sensor, automate a real-time inventory of IT assets and their locations, down to the 1U level.
Options supported: Asset Management sensors. (Accessories sold separately.)
PX3 Rack PDUs
Compatible with the Feature port, when equipped with the optional Intelligent Asset Management sensor, automate a real-time inventory of IT assets and their locations, down to the 1U level.
Options supported: Asset Management sensors. (Accessories sold separately.)
Rack Access Control
Compatible with the Sensor Port, when cabinets and enclosures are equipped with optional intelligent door locks, handles, and card readers. Compatible with access control and DCIM solutions.
Options supported: Door Access sensors, Magnetic Contacts, Door Handles, and Card Readers. (Accessories sold separately.)
POWER QUALITY METRICS
PX4 Rack PDUs
Record peak and minimum/maximum measurements with continuous coherent AC sampling at designated intervals.
Monitor harmonic events, waveform capture, voltage dips and swells, crest factor, power interruptions, energy usage, and more.
PX3 Rack PDUs
Record peak and minimum/maximum measurements with continuous coherent AC sampling at designated intervals.
Remote Management Protocols
HTTP(S); SSH Command Line Interface; Telnet; RS-232 (Serial); SNMP v2/v3; SMTP (email); IPv6/IPv4; MODBUS/TCP.
Alerts/ Alarms
Receive alerts via SNMP TRAPs and INFORMs, 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 Redfish RESTful APIs, JSON-RPC, and LUA scripting. SDKs are available in Perl, Python, JavaScript, and Curl.
Learn More About Scripting
Security
Configurable firewall (in/outbound traffic control).
Granular user/user group permissions.
Configurable strong passwords allow defining a minimal requirement for password length and complexity; a limited password history prevents reusing passwords, and password expiration to ensure passwords are refreshed periodically.
Learn More About Security
Authentication
PX4 Rack PDUs
Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP and LDAP/S), Secure Boot, TACACS+ 1.2, Active Directory®, Remote Access Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) protocol, or local credential database.
Custom SSL certificates: CA certificates using either RSA or ECDSA keys are supported.
PX3 Rack PDUs
Lightweight Directory Access Protocol (LDAP and LDAP/S), TACACS+ 1.2, Active Directory®, Remote Access Dial-In User Service (RADIUS) protocol, or local credential database.
Custom SSL certificates: CA certificates using either RSA or ECDSA keys are supported.
Encryption
HTTPS connections use TLS 1.2/1.3 with AES 128/256-bit ciphers supporting the widest range of browsers.
SNMP v3 connections can be authenticated with MD5/SHA1/SHA-224/SHA-256/SHA-384/SHA-512 and encrypted with DES/AES-128/AES-192/AES-256.
User Interface
PX4 Rack PDUs
PX3 Rack PDUs
SUPPORTED WEB BROWSERS
Firefox® 52 and later, Safari® (Mac), Google® Chrome® 52 and later, Microsoft Edge, Android 4.2 and later, and iOS 7.0 and later.
Language Support
English, German, Chinese (traditional characters), Japanese, Spanish, French, and Italian.
Electrical Components and Options
PX4 Rack PDUs
PX3 Rack PDUs
Input Power Capacity
Up to 67kVA.
Higher capacity is available in ETO models.
Input Currents
From 12A up to 100A per line.
Input Voltages
Single-phase: 100V, 120V, 200V, 208V, 230V, 240V, 277V
Three-phase: 208V, 400V, 415V, 480V
Please contact a Raritan power expert for availability.
PX4 Rack PDUs
ISO/IEC 62053-21 MID Accuracy Compliant.
EU2014/32 MID Accuracy Compliant.
+/-0.5% billing grade metering accuracy at Inlet/Outlets/Circuit Breaker.
Certified with all load types, in real operating conditions, at Inlet, Outlets, and Circuit Breakers including Voltage (V), Current (A), Active Power (kW), Real Power (kVA), Energy (kWh), Power Factor.
PX3 Rack PDUs
ISO/IEC 62053-21 MID Accuracy Compliant.
EU2014/32 MID Accuracy Compliant.
+/-1.0% billing grade metering accuracy at Inlet/Outlets/Circuit Breaker. Certified with all load types, in real operating conditions, Inlet, Outlets, and Circuit Breakers including Voltage (V), Current (A), Active Power (kW), Real Power (kVA), Energy (kWh), Power Factor.
Remote Outlet Switching
Configurable power sequencing with customizable delays.
PDU-based load shedding.
Last known state power-on.
Remote outlet and outlet group on/off (available across linked PDUs).
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.
Outlet Indicators
PX4 Rack PDUs
Units include a red, green, amber, white, and black LED which is connected to the outlet state.
The indicators show the following conditions: outlet on/off, outlet’s power above/below a threshold, circuit breaker is on/off, circuit breaker above/below a threshold, and the suspect outlet that tripped the circuit breaker.
PX3 Rack PDUs
Switched and Unmetered units include a single LED that is directly connected to the outlet state.
Metered units include a dual red/green LED which is connected to the outlet state.
The indicators show the following conditions: outlet on/off/boot up, circuit breaker is on/off, and circuit breaker above/below a threshold.
OUTLET POWER DISTRIBUTION
Alternating Branch Power Distribution is standard (on most models) and groups outlets into branches on a repeating and easily distinguishable pattern over the entire length of the PDU.
INPUT CORD LENGTH
Standard 3m (10ft)
Optional: Unterminated and custom lengths available.
INPUT CORD TYPE
Standard: Flexible, SO, SOOW, or SJT.
Optional: FR-03/FR-06 Flame Test Rated Cables, Shielded or Unshielded Low Smoke/Zero Halogen (LSOH) Cables, Molded Power Cords/ Plug Assemblies.
]Input Feed Orientation
PX4 Rack PDUs
Standard 45-degree angled infeed flexibly mounts and positions the infeed where needed.
PX3 Rack PDUs
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 the junction box or input breaker using a hard-wired terminal block. Available upon request.
OUTLET RECEPTACLES DENSITY
PX4 Rack PDUs
Configurations up to 54 outlets per chassis (mix of HDOT Cx and HDOT C13 outlets).
NEMA, IEC, and other outlet types are available.
PX3 Rack PDUs
Configurations up to 60 outlets (mix of C13 and C19 outlets) per chassis.
NEMA, IEC, and other outlet types are available.
Mechanical Design
PX4 Rack PDUs
PX3 Rack PDUs
Form Factor
Zero U (vertical), 1U, 2U, and 3U (horizontal) options.
Chassis
Aluminum extruded enclosure. Premium build quality. A shallow footprint provides better rack accessibility, enhanced airflow, and easier physical mounting.
Standard color: Black (powder coat).
Optional full-color chassis or color label options upon request.
Environmental Operating Conditions
PX4 Rack PDUs
Maximum Ambient Temperature: 60°C (140°F)
Relative Humidity (operating/storage): 5-90% RH / 5-95% RH non-condensing.
Elevation: 0-3048m (0-10000ft)
PX3 Rack PDUs
Maximum Ambient Temperature: 60°C (140°F)
Relative Humidity (operating/storage): 85% RH
Elevation: 0-1829m (0-6000ft)
Conformance / Certifications
On applicable models: UL and cULs, Canada ICES-003, FCC Part 15 Class A, RoHS compliant, CE, SAA, PSE, UKCA, KC.
Additional certifications are available.
Rackmount Brackets
PX4 Rack PDUs
1U / 2U (Horizontal): Standard EIA brackets included.
0U (Vertical): Toolless button mounting included, adjustable sliding bracket and other custom mounting options available.
Learn More About Mounting Bracket Options
PX3 Rack PDUs
1U / 2U (Horizontal): Standard EIA brackets included.
0U (Vertical): Toolless button mount; right-angle bracket (4000 series and 5000 series models only); adjustable sliding bracket; and other custom mounting options available.
Warranty
Standard 2-year manufacturer warranty. Extended warranty available for up to 5 years.
Learn More About Guardian Support Warranties
Advanced Engineering Options
Raritan PX rack PDUs can be customized to fit your 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 fit your specific data center requirements.
Learn More About Raritan Advanced Engineering