APC AP8853 power distribution unit (PDU) 42 AC outlet(s) 0U Black

The APC AP8853 is a metered rack Power Distribution Unit (PDU) with 42 AC outlets in a 0U form factor. It provides real power monitoring for current, voltage and power, a temperature/humidity sensor port, locking IEC receptacles, and ultra low profile circuit breakers. The PDU has a 3 m mains cable and is designed to give data center managers accurate, local and remote metering to support load balancing and efficient capacity planning.

Advantages

The AP8853 offers active metering with user-defined alarm thresholds and real-time local and remote alerts to warn of potential circuit overloads. It reports power utilization data to support decisions on right-sizing and reducing total cost of ownership. Built-in features include locking IEC outlets for secure connections, a sensor port for environmental monitoring, and secure configuration via Web, SNMP or Telnet interfaces compatible with APC management platforms.

Suitable for

• Data centre power distribution and rack-level monitoring
• High-density server racks requiring 42 AC outlets
• Environments needing remote metering and alarm notifications

Key specifications

• Model: APC AP8853
• PDU type: Metered Rack PDU
• AC outlets: (36) C13 & (6) C19 — 42 total
• Cable length: 3 m
• Nominal output voltage: 230 V
• Load capacity: 7680 VA
• Input frequency: 50–60 Hz
• Form factor: 0U rack-mount
• Colour: Black
• Weight: 6.93 kg

How to use

Install the AP8853 in a 0U rack position and route the 3 m mains cable to the supply. Connect equipment to the C13 and C19 outlets, ensuring load distribution across circuits. Use the built-in metering and configurable alarm thresholds to monitor current, voltage and power. Connect a compatible temperature/humidity sensor to the dedicated port for environmental readings. Configure network access and monitoring through the device’s secure Web, SNMP or Telnet interfaces, or integrate with APC InfraStruxure management platforms for centralized oversight.

Recommendations

Use the AP8853’s alarm thresholds and remote monitoring to prevent circuit overloads and maintain balanced loads; regularly verify firmware and network settings and attach the environmental sensor to detect temperature or humidity changes that may affect equipment.