Chatsworth Products, Inc. (CPI), a leading global manufacturer of products and solutions that power and protect ICT infrastructure, has officially announced the launch of new eConnect® Power Distribution Units (PDUs) with QuadLock Outlets.
According to certain reports, the stated PDUs arrive on the scene bearing an ability to meet the evolving needs of high-performance data centers, something which they manage on the back of outlet versatility, reliable connections, and robust power delivery, each component geared towards supporting today’s most demanding applications, including AI and liquid-cooled technologies.
More on that would reveal how this new QuadLock Outlet configuration expands upon CPI’s intelligent eConnect® PDU portfolio, already known for its industry-leading ambient temperature ratings and customizable configurations. We get to say so because it is now the only solution on the market which supports four outlet types (C13, C15, C19, and C21) with integrated locking mechanisms in a single, scalable PDU, without requiring any proprietary power cords.
Talk about the whole value proposition on a slightly deeper level, we begin from the promise of unmatched outlet flexibility. Now, we referred to how eConnect PDUs with QuadLock Outlets support four outlet types within a single PDU, but what we haven’t mentioned yet is that such a mechanism really goes the distance to reduce setup delays, simplify inventory management, and facilitate future readiness.
Next up, we have realizable power delivery coming into play, as each outlet packs together a secure locking mechanism that prevents accidental disconnection, even in high-vibration or high-traffic environments, achieving maximum uptime and operational security.
Another detail worth a mention relates to the potential for supporting high-power applications. This translates to how eConnect PDUs with QuadLock Outlets are optimized for GPU-accelerated workloads and energy-intensive systems, including those utilizing advanced liquid cooling. As a result, they can be expected to support configurations up to 57.5 kW per cabinet and up to 100A inputs.
Hold on, we still have a couple of bits left to unpack, considering we haven’t yet touched upon the way customers are provided with actual color-coded outlets that make it possible for them to easily identify outlets and their associated breakers. The said factor comes in handy when the agenda is to simplify load balancing, improve workflow efficiency, and reduce troubleshooting time.
Rounding up highlights would the relevant technology’s modular design and broad compatibility. You see, it is available, at launch, across all six eConnect PDU models i.e. Basic, Metered, Monitored, Monitored Pro, Switched, and Switched Pro. Not just that, eConnect PDUs with QuadLock Outlets also integrate seamlessly into existing CPI cabinet systems and can be pre-installed for faster deployment.
Markedly enough, thanks to this very design, the innovation is able to reduce the need for redundant PDUs and minimizing waste, contributing rather significantly towards smarter and cleaner data centers.
Founded back in 1991, Chatsworth Products’ rise up the ranks stems from helping businesses respond against requirements with global availability and rapid product customization, The company’s expertise presently spans across engineering thermal, power and cable management solutions for the data center, enterprise networking, and industrial enclosure markets.
The company’s excellence in what it does can also be understood once you consider it serves a far-reaching clientele, which is inclusive of various Fortune 500 companies.
“With data centers facing rapid technological advancements, including the proliferation of GPU and AI workloads, infrastructure flexibility and power reliability are more critical than ever,” said Ashish Moondra, Senior Director of Electronics and Software, CPI. “eConnect PDUs with QuadLock Outlets empower our customers to quickly adapt to changing equipment requirements without sacrificing performance or uptime.”
