Eaton Tripp Lite Series 5.8kW Single-Phase Local Metered Automatic Transfer Switch PDU

Experience reliable, monitored power for your critical network equipment with the Eaton Tripp Lite Series 5.8kW Single-Phase Local Metered ATS PDU. This rugged, rack-mountable power distribution unit combines an automatic transfer switch with precise energy metering to deliver uninterrupted output across two independent power sources. Engineered for data centers, server rooms, and edge deployments, this device helps IT teams minimize downtime, maximize uptime, and gain visibility into energy usage for smarter capacity planning. The metered design provides real-time insights into voltage, current, and power, enabling proactive management of loads and temperatures while maintaining strict service levels for essential devices.

• The metered ATS delivers continuous output to connected equipment by automatically switching between primary and secondary feeds, ensuring seamless operation during power fluctuations, outages, or maintenance windows. This design is ideal for mission-critical devices where uptime matters most and manual intervention would introduce risk or delay.
• Dual input cords connect to separate 200-240V power sources, giving you robust redundancy and flexibility to run on two independent feeders. This configuration reduces the likelihood that a single circuit disturbance will impact your entire IT rack, enabling maintenance on one feeder without interrupting essential services.
• Versatile outlet configuration streams power to a variety of devices: 16 C13 outlets for typical IT gear, 2 C19 outlets for high-load equipment, and a single L6-30R receptacle to accommodate additional equipment or daisy-chaining needs, all within a compact 2U footprint for efficient rack utilization.
• Integrated local metering provides actionable energy visibility. Real-time measurements of voltage, current, and power consumption help optimize load distribution, identify underutilized or overloaded circuits, reduce energy waste, and support informed procurement and capacity planning decisions.
• Engineered for reliability and ease of deployment, the 2U enclosure is designed to fit standard 19-inch racks and aligns with enterprise-grade expectations. It is TAA-compliant, enabling procurement by government agencies and large organizations that require traceability and standardization across their equipment purchases.

Technical Details of Eaton Tripp Lite Series 5.8kW Single-Phase Local Metered Automatic Transfer Switch PDU

• Power rating: 5.8 kW
• Phase: Single-phase
• Input voltage: 200–240 V AC (two L6-30P inputs)
• Inputs: Two 200–240 V L6-30P
• Outputs: 16 x C13, 2 x C19, 1 x L6-30R
• Rack units: 2U
• Metering: Local metered power distribution with capacity to monitor voltage, current, and wattage
• Compliance: TAA compliant for government and enterprise sourcing
• Application: Local metered ATS PDU for network devices and other sensitive electronics

How to install Eaton Tripp Lite Series 5.8kW Single-Phase Local Metered Automatic Transfer Switch PDU

• Prepare the rack space: Verify you have a standard 19-inch rack with at least 2U of available height and adequate front clearance for cable management and cooling.
• Mount the PDU: Align the unit with the rack rails, secure it using appropriate screws or cage nuts, and ensure the PDU is level for stable operation and proper alignment of outlets.
• Connect primary and secondary feeds: Attach one 200–240V L6-30P power cord to the primary power source and the second to the secondary source. Route cables to minimize bend radius and avoid interference with airflow or other components.
• Connect IT equipment: Populate outlets with devices according to your load plan. Use the 16 C13 outlets for standard IT gear, the 2 C19 outlets for higher-demand devices, and utilize the L6-30R outlet as needed for additional equipment or pass-through applications, keeping critical devices on the preferred primary feed when possible.
• Configure monitoring and safety features: If your setup supports on-device display or external monitoring, enable metering, set alarms for temperature and load thresholds, and verify communication with monitoring software or DCIM tools.
• Test automatic transfer: Simulate a primary power loss to confirm automatic transfer to the secondary source without service interruption. Observe the metering readouts to confirm accurate data capture during the transfer.
• Finalize labeling and cabling: Clearly label outlets, cords, and devices for easier future maintenance. Confirm cable management and adequate airflow clearance behind and around the rack to sustain cooling efficiency in dense deployments.

Frequently asked questions

• What is a metered ATS PDU and why is it beneficial? A metered ATS PDU combines automatic transfer switching with power metering. It continuously monitors two independent power sources and automatically transfers output to the healthy source when needed, while providing visibility into energy usage. This enables uptime for critical devices and data-driven energy management for capacity planning and cost optimization.
• Who should consider this PDU? This unit is ideal for data centers, server rooms, and network closets that require reliable, redundant power for essential equipment and a clear view of energy consumption. It’s particularly valuable when uptime is critical and you want to avoid outages caused by single-source power failures.
• How does dual input improve reliability? Dual L6-30P inputs connect to two distinct power sources or circuits. This redundancy means maintenance on one feed does not force a system-wide shutdown, and the ATS will switch to the remaining healthy feed to keep critical devices powered.
• Can I mount this PDU in any standard rack? Yes. The PDU is designed for a standard 19-inch rack and occupies 2U of space, making it compatible with most data-center enclosures and server rooms that use common cage nut configurations.
• What kind of monitoring does it offer? The PDU provides local metering for voltage, current, and power usage. For deeper insights, it can be integrated with compatible monitoring systems or DCIM tools that can access metering data via supported interfaces, enabling trend analysis and capacity planning.