WattBox WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 12-Outlet IP Power Conditioner

Premium Managed Power for Critical AV, Network, and Security Systems

The WattBox WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 is a premium 12-outlet IP power conditioner designed for AV racks, network closets, NVR systems, automation equipment, and business-critical electronics that need more than basic surge protection.

It combines twelve individually controlled and metered outlets with non-sacrificial Surge Elimination Circuit protection, Safe Voltage monitoring, OvrC remote management, historical power insights, configurable alerts, and optional WattBox UPS integration.

Best Use Cases

• AV racks: Manage receivers, processors, streamers, control systems, media equipment, and suitable supporting devices from one protected power platform.
• Network closets: Remotely monitor and reboot routers, switches, modems, firewalls, access points, and network controllers.
• Security systems: Helps manage NVRs, surveillance switches, routers, monitors, and related equipment without restarting the entire rack.
• Smart home systems: Useful for automation processors, hubs, bridges, controllers, and connected network equipment.
• Small business equipment rooms: Supports proactive monitoring and remote troubleshooting where downtime can interrupt operations.
• Managed multi-site installations: OvrC alerts, historical data, APIs, and remote outlet control help simplify support across multiple locations.

Who Should Buy This?

This is a strong choice if you are protecting valuable equipment and need visibility into what each connected device is doing, not just whether the rack has power.

It makes particular sense when you need remote rebooting, individual outlet metering, historical power-consumption data, automated recovery, configurable voltage and current alerts, scheduled outlet behavior, and long-term surge protection that does not rely only on sacrificial components.

Who Should Not Buy This?

This is more power management than most simple TV, desktop, or one-device setups require. A compact WattBox surge protector or smaller power conditioner may be more economical for basic applications.

This product also does not contain a battery. It will not keep connected equipment operating during an outage unless it is paired with a compatible WattBox UPS battery pack.

If you only need additional outlets without surge protection, monitoring, remote control, or power conditioning, a basic rack power strip may be sufficient.

Do not connect appliances, heaters, laser printers, power tools, or other unsuitable high-draw equipment. Confirm the total connected load before installation.

Individual Outlet Control and Metering

All twelve outlets can be controlled and metered individually. This allows an authorized user or integrator to reboot one locked-up device without interrupting power to the rest of the rack.

Outlet-level metering also provides visibility into current power consumption. Device names, thresholds, alerts, schedules, and startup delays can be configured to make troubleshooting and rack management easier.

Power Insights and Proactive Monitoring

The OvrC Power Insights Dashboard adds historical power-consumption data at the outlet level. Instead of only seeing what a device is drawing at the current moment, authorized users can review how its consumption changes over time.

This can help identify equipment that unexpectedly stops drawing power, begins consuming abnormal current, or behaves differently from its normal operating pattern.

Non-Sacrificial SEC Protection

The WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 uses Surge Elimination Circuit technology for non-sacrificial line-to-neutral surge protection. Unlike conventional surge designs that can gradually lose protection after repeated events, the SEC circuit is designed to maintain consistent protection through the life of the installation.

The product also supports line-to-neutral, line-to-ground, and neutral-to-ground protection modes as part of its overall surge-protection design.

Safe Voltage Monitoring

Safe Voltage monitors incoming power and protects connected equipment from sustained voltage conditions outside the supported operating range.

The published Safe Voltage range is 90V to 136V. Configurable alerts and voltage thresholds can provide earlier visibility into unstable electrical conditions before they become recurring system problems.

OvrC Remote Management

The WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 integrates with OvrC for remote system monitoring, outlet control, scheduled reboots, automated recovery, alerts, firmware management, and diagnostic visibility.

OvrC does not require recurring licensing or subscription fees for the supported WattBox management features.

OvrC Connect Customer Access

OvrC Connect can provide approved customer-facing controls through a mobile app. Customers can be given access to selected device reboots and predefined macros without exposing the complete professional management interface.

The installer or system administrator determines which controls are available to the customer.

Compatibility and Technical Notes

• Product type: IP-controlled and metered rack power conditioner.
• Outlet count: 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets.
• Outlet control: All 12 outlets are individually IP controllable.
• Power metering: Individual outlet and whole-device metering.
• Surge technology: Non-sacrificial SEC protection on the line-to-neutral path.
• Protection modes: Line-neutral, line-ground, and neutral-ground.
• Safe Voltage: 90V to 136V.
• Line voltage: 120V, 50/60Hz.
• UL current rating: 12A.
• UL power rating: 1500W.
• Fuse rating: 15A.
• Fuse type: Fast-acting ceramic tube fuse.
• AC input: IEC C-14 input with integrated fuse holder.
• Power cord: Locking, detachable 6.6-foot 14AWG C13 power cord.
• EMI/RFI filtration: One filter bank serving the 12 outlets.
• API support: Yes.
• Control integration: Supports IP and Telnet API integration with compatible control and automation platforms.
• Rack spacing: 2U.
• Dimensions: Approximately 17.32 inches wide, 8.39 inches deep, and 3.46 inches high.
• Operating temperature: 14°F to 104°F.
• UPS integration: Supports compatible WattBox OvrC UPS battery packs.
• Warranty: Six-year limited manufacturer warranty, subject to the official warranty terms.

Control-System and API Integration

The WattBox 900 Series supports integration with compatible control platforms through IP and Telnet APIs. Published examples include Control4, Crestron, Q-SYS, RTI, Elan, and URC.

API access can also support custom monitoring and automation workflows for suitable residential, commercial, and multi-site installations.

Optional UPS Integration

The WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 does not provide battery runtime by itself. Pair it with a compatible WattBox OvrC UPS battery pack when critical devices need to remain powered during an outage.

A properly integrated UPS setup can add battery-health alerts, on-battery notifications, remote alarm silencing, runtime visibility, and smart load shedding through OvrC.

Installation Considerations

Before ordering, calculate the total wattage of all connected equipment. The published UL rating is 12A and 1500W, so the complete rack load must remain within those limits.

Leave additional headroom rather than operating continuously at the maximum rating. Headroom can accommodate normal load changes, startup behavior, and future equipment.

Plan the outlet sequence before connecting equipment. Core network devices should normally power on before dependent devices such as automation controllers, NVRs, streamers, or other connected systems.

Connect the network port to a router or switch for IP control and OvrC access. When adding a compatible WattBox UPS, connect the UPS Link ports according to the official WattBox installation instructions.

Rack and Cable Planning

Confirm that the rack provides 2U of available space, sufficient rear clearance, proper ventilation, and suitable support for the power conditioner and connected cables.

The detachable locking power cord, outlet spacing, and integrated cable-management features can help keep adapters and power cables organized, but large adapters should still be planned before installation.

Good Products to Pair With This Power Conditioner

• WattBox Power Solutions for compatible UPS units, power conditioners, surge protection, and accessories.
• Smart Power Conditioners to compare other remotely managed WattBox power options.
• UPS Battery Backup when connected equipment must remain powered during outages.
• Power Management Solutions for broader surge protection, UPS, and rack-power planning.
• Network Switches for wired and PoE network installations.
• Network Recorders NVRs for security camera recording systems.
• Rack-Mount Power Strips & PDU for additional rack power-distribution options.

Need Help Planning Your Rack Power?

Send us the model numbers or wattage of the devices in your rack, along with your UPS and remote-management requirements. We can help confirm load capacity, outlet sequencing, UPS compatibility, rack spacing, and whether the WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 is the right WattBox model for your system.

What is the WattBox WB-900-SEC-IPVM-12 used for?

It provides managed power protection, individual outlet control, outlet-level metering, remote rebooting, historical power insights, and OvrC monitoring for AV, networking, security, automation, and business equipment.

How many outlets does it have?

It includes 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets.

Can each outlet be controlled separately?

Yes. All 12 outlets are individually IP controllable, allowing one connected device to be turned off, powered on, or rebooted without interrupting the rest of the rack.

Can each outlet be metered separately?

Yes. It provides individual outlet metering as well as whole-device power metering.

What is SEC surge protection?

SEC stands for Surge Elimination Circuit. This model uses non-sacrificial SEC protection on the line-to-neutral path, helping maintain consistent protection through repeated surge events instead of relying only on protection components that degrade after use.

Does it protect line-to-ground and neutral-to-ground?

The official specifications list line-neutral, line-ground, and neutral-ground protection modes. The non-sacrificial SEC designation is specifically listed for line-to-neutral protection.

Does it have a joule rating?

WattBox positions this model around non-sacrificial SEC protection rather than a conventional joule-based sacrificial rating. Avoid comparing its protection only by joules.

What is Safe Voltage?

Safe Voltage monitors incoming electrical conditions. The published operating range is 90V to 136V, helping protect connected equipment from sustained voltage outside the supported range.

Does it provide battery backup?

No. It does not contain an internal battery. Pair it with a compatible WattBox OvrC UPS battery pack when connected equipment needs runtime during an outage.

What UPS features are available when paired correctly?

A compatible WattBox UPS setup can provide battery-health alerts, runtime information, on-battery notifications, remote alarm silencing, and smart load shedding through OvrC.

What is OvrC?

OvrC is a remote management platform for compatible power, networking, AV, automation, and surveillance products. It can provide monitoring, alerts, remote outlet control, diagnostics, scheduling, and firmware-management functions.

Does OvrC require a subscription?

WattBox states that the supported OvrC management features do not require recurring subscription or licensing fees.

What is the Power Insights Dashboard?

Power Insights provides historical power-consumption data for individual outlets. It can help identify devices that stop drawing power, consume abnormal current, or change behavior over time.

Does it support automated rebooting?

Yes. Compatible OvrC configurations can monitor connectivity and automatically reboot selected equipment when configured recovery conditions are met.

Can outlets be scheduled or sequenced?

Yes. OvrC supports outlet scheduling, startup delays, sequencing, and other supported configuration options.

Does it support control-system integration?

Yes. The WattBox 900 Series supports compatible integrations through IP and Telnet APIs. Published platform examples include Control4, Crestron, Q-SYS, RTI, Elan, and URC.

What is the maximum supported load?

The official UL ratings are 12A and 1500W. The total connected load must remain within both limits, with additional operating headroom recommended.

Is it a 15A power conditioner?

It has a 15A fuse, but the published UL current rating is 12A. Use the 12A and 1500W UL ratings when planning connected equipment.

What type of outlets does it use?

It includes 12 NEMA 5-15R outlets for compatible 120V equipment.

How much rack space does it require?

The official specification table lists 2U of rack spacing, with a chassis height of approximately 3.46 inches.

Can it be mounted outside a standard front-rack position?

Yes. Its mounting design supports several rack, cabinet, shelf, and wall-style orientations when installed according to the official instructions.

Does it include a detachable power cord?

Yes. It includes a locking and detachable 6.6-foot 14AWG C13 power cord.

What should I check before ordering?

Check the total connected wattage, 12A current limit, rack space, network connection, outlet sequence, adapter spacing, UPS requirements, control-system integration, and which devices need remote rebooting or historical power monitoring.