Eaton RS‑1215‑20T – 1U Rack PDU 12‑Outlet 120 V

Overview

The Eaton RS‑1215‑20T is a basic 1U rack‑mount power distribution unit intended for technical facilities teams, network engineers, and data center operations personnel needing standardized AC distribution in single‑phase 120 V environments. It consolidates utility or UPS power into multiple receptacles for servers, networking gear, and storage devices without advanced monitoring or control features, providing straightforward electrical distribution in racks.

Rated for 20 A continuous at 120 V AC, the RS‑1215‑20T delivers power to twelve NEMA 5‑15/20R outlets fed via a locking NEMA L5‑20P input plug on a 15 ft (4.57 m) cord. Basic circuit breaker protection is included to guard against sustained overload conditions.

Mechanically, this PDU fits a 1U rack slot in 19‑inch EIA standard racks and ships with detachable mounting flanges that also support wall‑mount or under‑counter installations in telecom closets or edge rooms where rack depth and space are constrained.

Integration capability is limited to physical installation; it does not provide network management, remote power monitoring, or metering. Compatibility is with standard rack equipment and single‑phase 120 V power feeds from UPS, generator, or facility panels; ensure upstream receptacle and circuit ratings match the locking L5‑20P input.

A practical deployment scenario is feeding mixed racks in small data closets, branch office racks, or IDF cabinets where a consolidated 12‑outlet distribution of 120 V power is needed and no remote control or outlet‑level management is required. It is commonly used to distribute power from a UPS in basic server environments or network equipment stacks.

This PDU is not suitable for environments requiring outlet‑level metering, switched control, redundant AC feeds, or where 208 V/230 V distribution is mandated by local electrical codes or equipment specifications. Additionally, it should not be deployed where integrated network management or environmental monitoring is expected.

Key Features

• 12 NEMA 5‑15/20R outlets (6 front, 6 rear)
• Locking NEMA L5‑20P 20 A input, 15 ft cord
• 20 A continuous at 120 V AC distribution
• Detachable flanges for rack/wall/under‑counter mount
• Circuit breaker overload protection