Description
Deliver intelligent power distribution and control to your rack with the APC Switched Rack PDU AP8981. Featuring 24 outlets and an 11kW load capacity, this 0U vertical unit provides remote, per-outlet switching and real-time load monitoring. Designed for enterprise data centers, it offers secure remote access through Web, SNMP, Telnet, or CLI interfaces. Integrated features include sequential outlet startup/shutdown, current metering with user-defined alarms, and a temperature/humidity sensor port. Locking IEC receptacles and a digital display help prevent accidental disconnects and overloads.
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Brand | APC by Schneider Electric |
| Model | AP8981 |
| PDU Type | Switched Rack PDU |
| Rack Units | 0U (Vertical Mount) |
| Outlet Configuration | 21 × IEC C13, 3 × IEC C19 |
| Input Plug Type | IEC 60309 16A/20A 3P+N+PE |
| Input Voltage | 400V 3-phase |
| Output Voltage | 208V / 230V |
| Maximum Load | 11,000 VA (11kW) |
| Cord Length | 6 ft (1.8 m) |
| Current Capacity | 16A |
| Monitoring | Current metering, user-defined alarms |
| Remote Management | Web, SNMP, Telnet, CLI |
| Additional Features | Temperature/humidity sensor port, locking IEC outlets, sequencing, digital display |
| Operating Temp | -5°C to 60°C (23°F to 140°F) |
| Humidity Tolerance | 5%–95% non-condensing |
| Certifications | UL Listed, cUL, VDE, EN/FCC compliance |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 70.51 × 2.20 × 1.81 in (179.1 × 5.6 × 4.6 cm) |
| Weight | 15.4 lb (7 kg) |
| Warranty | 2-Year Repair or Replace |
Payment & Security
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Return Policy (Short Summary)
We offer a 30-day return window for most unopened, factory-sealed items.
Returns must be authorized before shipping back and must include all original packaging and accessories. Opened or used items are not returnable unless defective.
Some products—such as custom orders, special-order items, audio gear, software, and LED video walls—are non-returnable. Non-defective returns may be subject to a 20–30% restocking fee, and customers are responsible for return shipping costs.
For damaged or incorrect items, please contact us immediately.
From Scope to Sign-Off
A structured delivery process designed to reduce risk and keep projects moving.
Plan
Discovery, site review, requirements gathering, and project alignment. We define scope, constraints, and success criteria before any design work begins.
- Discovery calls & stakeholder interviews
- On-site survey & infrastructure review
- Requirements & use-case documentation
- Project scope, timeline & milestone alignment
Engineer
System design, schematics, signal flow, BOM development, and documentation. Every project leaves this phase with a complete engineering package.
- AV system design & signal flow diagrams
- Equipment selection & BOM development
- Rack layout & control system design
- As-built documentation package
Deploy
Procurement, logistics, installation, programming, commissioning, and training. We own the delivery from first shipment to final handoff.
- Authorized procurement & logistics coordination
- Physical installation & cable management
- Control system programming & configuration
- Commissioning, testing & end-user training
Support
Monitoring, maintenance, lifecycle planning, and long-term service agreements. We stay engaged long after project close.
- 24/7 remote system monitoring
- Preventive & reactive maintenance
- Technology lifecycle & refresh planning
- Long-term service level agreements
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