ADS ACU iPDU
Intelligent Rack Power Management
Monitor, manage and control rack power with greater visibility.
The ADS ACU iPDU range gives data centre operators accurate, real-time insight into rack power consumption. Four models provide different levels of monitoring and control, from overall PDU-level metering through to individual outlet monitoring, remote switching and programmable sequential start-up.
Furthermore, each iPDU supports local and remote management, while single, dual and three-phase options provide flexibility for different rack power requirements. Additionally, the range supports loads up to 125A* with overall power measurement accuracy of better than 1%.
* >75A requires additional external hardware.
Want to understand the technology before comparing the models? Read our guide: What Is an Intelligent PDU and Why Does It Matter in a Data Centre?
Product Overview
Rack Power Visibility Where You Need It
The ADS ACU iPDU combines intelligent power distribution with networked monitoring and control. As a result, data centre teams can see how much power a rack uses, monitor key electrical measurements and respond when defined limits are reached.
Rather than providing a single specification for every application, the range offers four levels of functionality. Therefore, you can choose the monitoring and control capabilities that suit each rack without introducing a completely different management platform.
Four Levels of iPDU Monitoring and Control
| Model | Capability |
|---|---|
| IP1 | Overall PDU-level energy monitoring |
| IP2 | Overall and individual outlet energy monitoring |
| IP3 | Overall and individual outlet monitoring with remote outlet switching |
| IP4 | Overall and individual outlet monitoring with remote switching and programmable sequential start-up |
Accurate Power Data
Every ADS ACU iPDU provides overall energy monitoring with accuracy of better than 1%. Consequently, each iPDU monitors key electrical parameters including RMS voltage, RMS current, kilowatts, power factor, frequency, kVA and kWh.
Furthermore, IP2, IP3 and IP4 extend this visibility to individual outlets. They measure Amps, VA and kWh at outlet level, helping operators understand exactly where rack power is being consumed.
Local and Remote Management
Firstly, operators can view information locally through the integrated display or alternatively access the iPDU remotely across the network.
The built-in web interface simplifies day-to-day monitoring and configuration.
Furthermore, the iPDU can communicate with wider management platforms through protocols such as SNMP. Email alerts and SNMP traps can also notify operators when critical parameters exceed configured limits.
Bring iPDU Data Into Sensorium DCIM
An individual iPDU gives you detailed rack power information. However, its value increases when you combine that information with the rest of the data centre infrastructure.
The ADS ACU iPDU can integrate with third-party management platforms through its MIB file. Consequently, Sensorium DCIM can bring power data together with environmental conditions, infrastructure alarms and other monitored systems within a common management environment.
Flexible Configuration
The ACU platform supports single, dual and three-phase configurations with overall energy measurement up to 125A*.
In addition, multi-outlet configurations can support up to 48 outlets, while different socket types and mains lead terminations allow the PDU to suit the installation. As a result, the range supports horizontal and vertical configurations, and IP1 can also operate as an inline monitoring solution.
* >75A requires additional external hardware.
Features & Benefits
Core Security Features
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Overall Energy Monitoring | Monitor real-time rack power consumption and understand how electrical capacity is being used. |
| Better Than 1% Accuracy | Gain reliable power information for monitoring, trending and capacity decisions. |
| Outlet-Level Monitoring | IP2, IP3 and IP4 show Amps, VA and kWh for individual connected outlets. |
| Remote Outlet Switching | IP3 and IP4 allow authorised users to control individual outlets remotely. |
| Programmable Sequential Start-Up | IP4 adds configurable start-up sequencing. As a result it provides greater control over connected equipment. |
| Single, Dual & Three-Phase Options | Match the iPDU to different rack power and infrastructure requirements. |
| Up to 125A Monitoring | Support applications ranging from conventional racks to higher-power environments. |
| Email & SNMP Alerts | Receive notifications when defined critical parameters reach their thresholds. |
| Environmental Connectivity | Connect temperature and humidity monitoring to add environmental context around rack power. |
| Access Control Connectivity | Connect compatible access-control devices and monitor rack security alongside power data. |
| Flexible Network Integration | Use the built-in web interface or connect the iPDU to SNMP-based management platforms. |
| Daisy-Chain Connectivity | Connect up to 32 PDUs while monitoring them through a single IP address. |
| Flexible PDU Configuration | Select different outlet arrangements, terminations and horizontal or vertical formats to suit the application. |
Compare the ADS ACU iPDU Range
| Feature | IP1 | IP2 | IP3 | IP4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall / PDU level energy monitoring | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Individual outlet monitoring | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Individual remote outlet switching | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Sequential / programmable start-up | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ | ✅ |
| Maximum overall measurement | 125A* | 125A* | 125A* | 125A* |
| Measurement accuracy | <1% | <1% | <1% | <1% |
| Up to 48 outlets | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Inline monitoring configuration | ✅ | ❌ | ❌ | ❌ |
| Per-outlet Amps | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Per-outlet VA | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Per-outlet kWh | ❌ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Email alerts | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| SNMP alerts/traps | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Temperature & humidity monitoring | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Access control connectivity | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
| Daisy-chain up to 32 PDUs | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ | ✅ |
* >75A requires additional external hardware.
Which iPDU Do You Need?
- Choose IP1 when you need overall rack power monitoring.
- Choose IP2 when you also need to understand the consumption of individual connected devices.
- Choose IP3 when you need outlet-level monitoring plus remote outlet control.
- Choose IP4 when you need the full IP3 functionality together with sequential and programmable start-up.
Specification
| Specification | ADS ACU iPDU |
|---|---|
| Phase options | Single, dual or three-phase |
| Overall energy measurement | Up to 125A* |
| Measurement accuracy | Better than 1% |
| Outlet capacity | Up to 48 outlets, configuration dependent |
| Form factors | 19-inch horizontal or 0U vertical |
| Overall measurements | RMS Volts, RMS Amps, kW, Frequency, Power Factor, Peak Volts, Peak Amps, kVA, kWh, Internal Temperature |
| Individual outlet measurements | Amps, VA and kWh – IP2, IP3 and IP4 |
| Remote outlet switching | IP3 and IP4 |
| Programmable sequential start-up | IP4 |
| Network | Ethernet 10/100Base-T |
| Supported protocols | HTTP, HTTPS, HTML, SNMP v2/v3, NTP, Telnet, Syslog, CGI, SMTP |
| Local display | TFT touch-screen or RGB LCD, configuration dependent |
| Environmental connectivity | Ports for temperature and humidity monitoring |
| Security connectivity | Access-control connections |
| Volt-free contacts | 3 sets |
| USB | USB connectivity for supported accessories / configuration |
| Modbus | Supports daisy-chaining of up to 32 PDUs from one IP address |
| Remote display | Connection available for installations where the local display is difficult to access |
| Control card | Hot-swappable control card |
| Integration | HTML GUI, PDU Agent software and third-party platform integration using MIB |
* >75A requires additional external hardware.
Power Measurements
RMS Volts | RMS Amps | kW | Frequency | Power Factor | Peak Volts | Peak Amps | kVA | kWh | Internal Temperature
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Which ADS ACU iPDU model should I choose?
Firstly, the right model depends on the level of power visibility and control you require. As a result, IP1 provides overall PDU monitoring. IP2 adds individual outlet monitoring. IP3 adds remote outlet switching, while IP4 also provides programmable sequential start-up.
Can the ADS ACU iPDU monitor individual outlets?
Yes. IP2, IP3 and IP4 monitor individual outlets and provide Amps, VA and kWh measurements. While IP1 focuses on overall PDU-level energy monitoring.
Can I remotely switch individual PDU outlets?
Yes. IP3 and IP4 support individual remote outlet switching. Additionally, IP4 also adds programmable sequential start-up.
Does the ADS ACU iPDU support three-phase power?
Yes. The ACU iPDU platform supports single, dual and three-phase configurations, depending on the required application.
What is the maximum current the iPDU can monitor?
The ADS ACU iPDU range supports overall energy measurement up to 125A*.
* >75A requires additional external hardware.
How accurate is ADS ACU power monitoring?
The ADS ACU iPDU provides overall power measurement accuracy of better than 1%.
Can an ADS ACU iPDU integrate with Sensorium DCIM?
Yes. The iPDU can integrate into third-party management platforms using its MIB file. Consequently, Sensorium DCIM can therefore bring its rack power data together with other infrastructure and environmental information within a central management platform.
Can the iPDU monitor temperature and humidity?
Yes. The ADS ACU provides environmental connections for temperature and humidity monitoring. As a result, it allows operators to view environmental conditions alongside rack power information.
How many ADS ACU iPDUs can I daisy-chain?
You can daisy-chain up to 32 PDUs and monitor them through a single IP address. Therefore it reduces the number of individual network connections required for larger deployments.
Can I choose different socket types and PDU configurations?
Yes. The ACU platform supports a range of outlet types, quantities and mains lead terminations. Horizontal and vertical configurations are also available, which allows the PDU to fit different rack layouts and power requirements.
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Need Help Choosing the Right iPDU?
From straightforward overall rack monitoring to outlet-level measurement and remote power control, the ADS ACU iPDU range provides a solution for different levels of rack power management.
Contact us about your power, outlet and monitoring requirements and we can help identify the most suitable ACU iPDU configuration.