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Intelligent PDU Power Rails

Intelligent Power Distribution Units for Critical Infrastructure

Intelligent PDUs (Power Distribution Units) are advanced power rails designed to provide visibility, control, and protection for critical electrical loads in data centres, server rooms, industrial environments, and mission-critical installations.

At SECAP, Intelligent PDUs is the umbrella term we use to describe network-connected PDUs that go beyond basic power distribution. These solutions enable power monitoring, remote management, and intelligent decision-making to improve uptime, energy efficiency, and operational control.

Our intelligent PDU range is Australian designed, Locally and Globally manufactured, and available in a wide range of standard and custom made configurations.

What Makes a PDU “Intelligent”?

An intelligent PDU typically includes:

Network connectivity (Ethernet / IP based)
Real-time power monitoring
Local and remote visibility
Alarm and alerting capability
Optional outlet-level control or measurement

Depending on the level of intelligence required, PDUs generally fall into three categories.

Types of Intelligent PDUs

1. Monitored Intelligent PDUs

Best for visibility without remote switching.

Monitored PDUs provide real-time insight into power usage without controlling individual outlets.

They are ideal where power capacity planning, load balancing, and fault detection are required, but remote switching is not.

Typical features include:

Input power monitoring (V, A, kW, kWh)
Optional branch or circuit monitoring
SNMP, web interface, or DCIM integration
Alarms for overloads and threshold breaches

Common applications:

Data centres and edge facilities
Server rooms and communications racks
Compliance and energy reporting environments

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2. Switched Intelligent PDUs

Best for remote power control and rebooting

Switched PDUs add the ability to remotely turn outlets on or off, allowing operators to power-cycle equipment without physical access to the rack.

Typical features include:

All monitored PDU functionality
PLUS:
Remote outlet switching
User access control and permissions
Sequenced power-up to prevent inrush currents

Common applications:

Remote or unmanned sites
Network and IT infrastructure
Reducing call outs and downtime

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3. Per-Outlet Monitored Managed Intelligent PDUs

Best for granular power visibility

Per-outlet monitored PDUs provide detailed measurement at each outlet, allowing precise tracking of individual devices.

Typical features include:

Input and outlet-level monitoring
Highly accurate metering
Advanced alarms and reporting
DCIM and BMS integration

Common applications:

Colocation facilities
Customer billing or chargeback
High-density racks and energy optimisation

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Why Choose SECAP Intelligent PDUs?

Australian designed and either locally or globally manufactured
Built for local electrical standards (GPO, IEC, IEC LOCK, single & three phase)
Standard models and bespoke custom built designs
Engineered for reliability in harsh and critical environments
Long product lifecycles and local technical support
Sold and supported exclusively through our trusted channel partners

Whether you need simple monitoring or advanced outlet-level intelligence, SECAP intelligent PDUs provide scalable solutions that grow with your infrastructure.