APC RACK PDU. BASIC. ZERO U. 32A. 230V. (20)C13 & (4)C19 power distribution unit (PDU) 24 AC outlet(s) 0U Black

Product Overview

AI-generated summary

If you’re looking for a straightforward, “get it working” rack PDU, this basic APC unit is exactly that. The value is pretty sensible for what it is: a no-frills way to bring reliable, well-labelled power into a 0U footprint without paying for bells and whistles you probably won’t use. For small server rooms, test rigs, edge gear, or a single rack where you just need distribution (not per-outlet monitoring), it’ll do the job and APC tends to be dependable in the real world.

That said, I wouldn’t buy it if you’re expecting granular visibility, metering, or remote manageability. Also, check your outlet mix before you commit—having both C13 and C19 is useful, but if your kit is skewed one way, you may end up wasting valuable outlets or needing awkward adapters. At ~£352 ex-VAT, it’s a fair price for a basic PDU, but it’s only “best buy” when you’re confident you don’t need intelligence or load-level control. If you do care about that (or you’re building anything critical), it’s worth spending more on a monitored model rather than upgrading later.