Eaton EVMAL630X – Managed Rack PDU 42 Outlets 208 V 24 A

Overview

The Eaton EVMAL630X is a managed rack‑mount Power Distribution Unit (PDU) designed to distribute AC power within 42U server racks while offering outlet‑level control, metering, and remote network management. It is deployed by data center infrastructure engineers, network architects, and facilities teams in enterprise racks, colocation facilities, and critical IT closets where visibility and control over loaded circuits improve reliability and power planning.

This PDU accepts a 208 V single‑phase input via a NEMA L6‑30P plug and supports up to 24 A current (~5.8 kW), making it suitable for dense rack deployments with mixed compute, storage, and networking equipment. It features 42 outlets — 24 IEC C13 and 18 IEC C39 combo receptacles — providing flexible connections for both C14 and C20 powered equipment with a narrow vertical footprint that preserves valuable rack U‑space.

Unlike basic PDUs that only distribute power, the managed EVMAL630X provides network‑based control and monitoring of each outlet, enabling infrastructure teams to remotely switch outlets on/off for reboot operations, track per‑outlet or bank metering data, and integrate power events with DCIM and automation workflows. Management is via an embedded Gigabit Ethernet network interface with modern cybersecurity protections and compatibility with Eaton’s software suites.

Deployment is typically 0U vertical mount alongside the rear rack posts, aligning with standard 42U racks. Toolless mounting buttons allow front‑ or side‑facing installation depending on rack layout. Color‑coded outlet banks and individual circuit breakers facilitate organized power distribution and load balancing across the unit.

A practical use case includes centrally powering a rack with high‑density servers and SAN storage where rapid remote reboot capability is needed to recover hung devices without physical access. It also aids in load balancing validation and capacity planning by providing detailed metering across outlet groups.

This PDU is not appropriate where only simple power feeding is needed (e.g., basic IEC distribution without metering or control). For such applications, standard metered or non‑managed PDUs may be more cost‑effective.

Key Features

• Managed rack PDU with network control & outlet switching
• 42 outlets: (24) IEC C13 + (18) IEC C39 combo
• 208 V single‑phase, 24 A (~5.8 kW) capacity
• Embedded Gigabit network interface with secure management
• 0U vertical mount with tool‑less installation buttons