Sometimes, the road less traveled proves to be the better route. That’s certainly proven to be the case with Server Technology’s series of 3 phase PDUs. Once it was a less common, new approach to power distribution in the data center, now three phase PDU(s) sales have spiked over the past three years.
Read MoreWant to Support High-Density Applications? Try a Three Phase PDU.
Posted by RJ Tee on Sep 6, 2018 12:02:13 PM
Topics: How To, three phase PDU, 3 phase PDU, data center PDU
The Big Decision: Selecting Smart vs. Switched Data Center PDUs
Posted by RJ Tee on Aug 22, 2018 11:00:00 AM
Topics: smart PDU, switched rack PDU, Switched PDU, How To
Ask the Engineer - How do I get 120V from a 208V circuit?
Posted by Robert Faulkner on Jul 13, 2018 10:00:00 AM
Originally posted February 22, 2013, Updated July 13, 2018
Topics: How To, PDU, rack PDU, single phase PDU
In our last blog post titled BYOPDU 101, we spent some time discussing the differences between five different types of rack mount PDUs manufactured by Server Technology. In this lesson, class, we are going to help you take that knowledge and build your own HDOT PDU.
Read MoreTopics: How To, Server Technology, rack PDU, Rack Mount PDU
Did you know that Server Technology allows, and even encourages, its customers to build their own PDUs? Now, to be clear, we are the ones who actually build the PDUs, but we do feel strongly that you should have control over that process. We let you do this through a web tool we call “Build Your Own HDOT PDU.”
Read MoreTopics: How To, PDU, Power Distribution Unit, Servertech PDU
Single vs. Three Phase Power Distribution - Know the Difference
Posted by RJ Tee on Nov 17, 2017 10:59:00 AM
Originially Posted Jan 30, 2017 - Updated March 7, 2018
Electricity is the single most important resource in a data center, as it’s needed for powering every system — from the servers on the floor to the lights overhead. Often the differences between a single phase PDU and a three phase PDU are not as complicated as they may seem, and even more often a 3 phase PDU is the right fit.
Read MoreTopics: How To, single phase PDU, three phase PDU, 3 phase PDU
While use of vertical PDUs, or vertical rack power distribution units, has become nearly ubiquitous in today’s data center, they are not the only game in town. Since we have been getting a lot of questions lately about Horizontal rack PDUs, we thought it would be useful to take moment to pause and reflect on our counterpart from the other axis.
Read MoreTopics: server rack power strip, rack pdus, data center PDU, How To
How to Calculate Three Phase Power in the Data Center (And Why it’s Important)
Posted by RJ Tee on Jun 5, 2017 9:28:30 AM
To illustrate the importance of calculating three phase power in the data center, let’s pretend you are going to cook a meal for a big group of people. As simple as it sounds, first you’ll need to figure out how many guests will be arriving so you don’t run out of food and wind up in a pinch.
Read MoreTopics: How To, three phase PDU, PDU Cabinet, single phase PDU
Editor's Note: Originally Posted November 21, 2016. Updated August 16, 2017
visit the updated rack PDU buying guide here: http://www.servertech.com/rack-pdu-buying-guide
At Server Technology, we understand that power needs vary from customer to customer. Some data centers require all-in-one power solutions complete with all the available bells and whistles, while others have more basic needs. But one thing that doesn’t vary is the desire for a best-in-class high quality power product. Another thing that’s for certain is that Server Technology’s award-winning power solutions provide just that.
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Ask the Engineer - How do I calculate power from 3-phase LED readings?
Posted by Robert Faulkner on Oct 9, 2010 9:29:00 AM
Question from Steven G.: How do I calculate the power usage for devices attached to one of your Smart PDU's by looking at the digital readouts on them? I understand the 3-phase power calculation of P=VA*1.73, but is that done on each leg/phase (x,y,z) for the PDU? An example from a CS-24VY-L30MA is X=4.6, Y=4.6, Z=6.3
Topics: How To, smart PDU, 3 phase PDU, PDU