Eaton EMI100-10 – 0U Vertical Metered Rack PDU

Product Overview

The Eaton EMI100-10 is a 0U vertical metered input PDU designed for data center and server room racks where every rack unit of horizontal space matters. This vertical rack PDU installation approach mounts along the side rail of a cabinet, leaving all 1U/2U/3U bays free for servers, switches, and network equipment. With 24 NEMA 5-15R outlets and network-based monitoring, it suits server rooms, network closets, and colocation cabinets running standard 120V IT loads that need circuit-level visibility without consuming any front rack space.

Product Description

The EMI100-10 accepts a 120V, 12A single-phase input through a NEMA 5-15P plug and distributes power across 24 NEMA 5-15R outlets rated to a 1.44 kW maximum, making it a good fit for racks with numerous low-draw devices such as switches, access points, KVM equipment, or AV encoders. Its 0U vertical form factor mounts to the rear or side rails of a standard cabinet rather than occupying horizontal rack units, which is a common strategy in dense server room and colocation cabinet deployments where every 1U of front rack space is reserved for compute or network gear. At roughly 66.5 inches tall and just over 2 inches wide and deep, the unit runs the full height of a typical 42U rack, giving techs outlet access at every rack level without routing power cords across the front of the cabinet. The EMI100-10 includes an Ethernet interface in addition to RS-232 serial connectivity, allowing it to report metered load data to a network monitoring platform or building management system rather than requiring a technician to read a local display in person. This makes it a practical option for network closets and remote sites where facilities staff want to check circuit load without a site visit. Because it is metered rather than managed, it reports total input draw but does not provide remote outlet switching; environments that need to power-cycle individual devices remotely should evaluate Eaton's managed 0U PDU line instead. TAA compliance supports use in government space and other procurement contexts with domestic sourcing requirements. Integrators building out multi-cabinet rows commonly pair 0U vertical PDUs like the EMI100-10 with horizontal 2U units in adjacent equipment racks to balance outlet density against available rack space.

Key Features

• 24 NEMA 5-15R Outlets — High outlet count supports numerous low-draw devices in a single rack without needing supplemental power strips.
• 0U Vertical Form Factor — Mounts along the rack's rear or side rail, preserving all horizontal rack units for servers and network equipment.
• Ethernet and RS-232 Connectivity — Reports metered load data to a network monitoring platform, reducing the need for on-site load checks.
• 1.44 kW Maximum Output — Sized for racks with multiple lower-draw devices such as switches, access points, or AV control equipment.
• TAA Compliant — Supports procurement requirements for government space and other regulated purchasing environments.
• UL Listed Construction — Meets commercial electrical safety standards for data center and server room installation.
• 3-Year Manufacturer Warranty — Backed by Eaton's standard warranty for commercial power distribution equipment.

Typical Applications

• data center
• colocation cabinet
• server room
• network closet
• government space

Technical Specifications

Frequently Asked Questions

How does 0U mounting work in a standard rack?

The EMI100-10 mounts vertically along the rear or side rail of a standard cabinet, so it does not consume any of the rack's horizontal 1U/2U/3U bays used for servers or network equipment.

Can this PDU be monitored remotely over the network?

Yes. It includes an Ethernet interface in addition to RS-232 serial connectivity, allowing metered load data to be reported to a network monitoring platform.

Does the EMI100-10 support remote outlet switching?

No. It is a metered input PDU that reports total load but does not switch outlets remotely. For remote power cycling of individual devices, consider Eaton's managed PDU series.

Is this PDU suitable for government or regulated procurement?

Yes, it is TAA compliant, which supports procurement in government space and other contexts with domestic sourcing requirements.

What rack heights does the EMI100-10 fit?

At approximately 66.5 inches tall, it is sized to run the height of a standard 42U server rack; confirm exact cabinet dimensions before ordering for non-standard enclosures.

What warranty is included?

Eaton backs the EMI100-10 with a 3-year limited warranty. Contact Creation Networks for complete terms and support options.

Can this PDU integrate with AV control or IT monitoring systems?

Its Ethernet interface allows integration with network-based monitoring tools; confirm specific protocol compatibility with your monitoring platform before deployment.