Rack-Mount Power Strips & PDU

Rack-Mount Power Strips and PDUs for AV, Network, and Security Racks

Shop rack-mount power strips and PDUs for cleaner power distribution in AV racks, network closets, home theater systems, security equipment racks, and small business installations. These products help organize outlets, reduce cable clutter, and support a cleaner rack layout for connected equipment.

A rack power strip or PDU is mainly used for power distribution. It is not automatically the same as a UPS, power conditioner, or surge protector. If your router, switch, NVR, modem, or AV rack needs temporary battery backup, compare these rack power products with a properly sized UPS. If you need filtering, monitoring, sequencing, or remote outlet control, compare them with smart power conditioners.

Need help choosing between a rack PDU, UPS, surge protector, or power conditioner? Read our WattBox UPS and rack power guide before comparing models.

How to Choose Rack-Mount Power Distribution

• For AV racks: Choose a rack power strip or PDU when the main need is organized outlets for receivers, processors, streamers, source devices, control gear, and supporting electronics.
• For network closets: Use rack power distribution to organize routers, modems, switches, access points, firewalls, and other network equipment in one rack or cabinet.
• For security systems: A rack PDU can help organize power for NVRs, PoE switches, routers, and supporting devices, but use a UPS when the system needs to stay online during short outages.
• For small business racks: Compare outlet count, plug type, rack orientation, electrical rating, cord length, and whether metering or switching is required.
• For rack planning: Do not assume one power device solves every need. Distribution, surge protection, conditioning, remote reboot, and battery backup are different functions.

Rack PDU vs UPS vs Power Conditioner

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a rack-mount PDU?
A rack-mount PDU, or power distribution unit, helps distribute power to multiple devices inside an equipment rack. Some models are basic power strips, while others may include metering, switching, or additional management features.

Is a rack PDU the same as a UPS?
No. A rack PDU distributes power. A UPS provides temporary battery backup during an outage. If your network, NVR, or security camera system needs to stay online, compare rack power distribution with a properly sized UPS.

Is a rack PDU the same as a power conditioner?
No. A rack PDU mainly organizes and distributes power. A power conditioner may add filtering, voltage-related features, outlet sequencing, monitoring, or remote control, depending on the model.

When should I use a rack power strip?
Use a rack power strip when your main need is more organized outlets inside a rack or cabinet. Check outlet count, orientation, cord length, plug type, electrical rating, and rack placement before choosing one.

Do NVRs and PoE switches need a UPS?
Use a UPS if the NVR, PoE switch, router, modem, or other required network equipment needs to remain powered during short outages. A rack PDU can organize power, but it does not provide battery runtime by itself.

Can I plug all rack equipment into one PDU?
Only if the total connected load, circuit capacity, outlet rating, and manufacturer guidance support that setup. High-draw equipment should be reviewed carefully before being added to the same rack power device.

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