by Mat Dirjish
Chatsworth Products, a provider of power, cooling, and rack infrastructure for IT environments, is launching two components it claims will increase flexibility and visibility in current data centers. These are the eConnect Universal Input Power Distribution Units (PDUs) and eConnect Sensor Array. Reportedly, both address two challenges facing high-density and distributed IT deployments: power variability and limited rack-level insight.
The Universal Input PDUs are a universal, adaptable power distribution platform aiming to simplify deployment across mixed-voltage and multi-region environments while supporting high-density infrastructure demands. Detachable input cords support global power standards. Modular configurations and advanced monitoring allow the PDUs to scale as power demands evolve, supporting AI and high-performance computing with power capacities up to 34.5 kW with 30A branch circuits.
eConnect Universal Input PDU with detachable input cord and color-coded locking outlets, designed to simplify global deployments and support flexible, deployment-ready power configurations.
The eConnect Sensor Array enhances the eConnect PDUs by extending power distribution with environmental and access insight. The array provides real-time visibility into rack-level conditions, enabling operators to monitor temperature, humidity, leaks, door status, and access events at the cabinet level. This helps to identify potential risks early, track environmental trends, and validate thermal strategies as densities increase. Integrating with the company’s eConnect PDUs, cabinets, DCIM software, and access control systems, the sensors create a unified monitoring ecosystem that promises to reduce installation complexity while supporting proactive infrastructure management and longer uptime.
eConnect® Sensor Array with modular hubs and connected sensors for temperature, humidity, access, and leak detection, delivering real-time environmental monitoring at the cabinet and room level.
The eConnect Universal Input PDUs and eConnect Sensor Array are both available now through the company’s distribution and partner network. For deeper details, peruse the eConnect Universal Input PDUs and eConnect Sensor Array datasheets.
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