Floor Mounted Power Distribution Units (PDUs) Built for Precision, Safety & Performance
Floor-mounted power distribution units (PDUs) are the nerve centers of energy routing, managing how electricity is distributed from UPS systems or transformers to multiple downstream loads. We at Rishab Industries, a PDU manufacturer in India, with manufacturing capacity in Pune, manufacture custom PDUs that are compact, scalable, and engineered for high load tolerance, thermal resilience, and safety compliance.
The Floor-mounted PDU is engineered for robust electrical distribution across various applications, including server racks, control panels, and industrial systems. It supports both cable-based and bus bar-based configurations. The enclosure is constructed from powder-coated CRCA steel, and IP protection can be rated, ensuring protection against dust and water ingress.
Electrical Compatibility
- Supports Single-Phase and Three-Phase Loads
- Customized for UPS, Transformers & Panels
- Designed for Low Voltage Distribution (up to 600V)
Termination & Busbar Options
Available with Copper/Aluminum Bus Bars or Cable Termination
Construction & Enclosure
- Compact Design with Thermal Management
- Powder Coated CRCA Sheet Metal Enclosures (IP20 to IP54)
Factory Built & Tested
Fully Factory-Wired & Quality Tested
Core Features of Smart PDUs with BCPM
High-Accuracy Multi-Circuit Monitoring
- Up to 84 branch circuits monitored simultaneously
- Class 1.0 system accuracy for revenue-grade measurements (meets ANSI C12.1 and IEC 62053-21 standards)
- Voltage and current accuracy down to 0.5% and 50mA, respectively
Advanced Metering & Analytics
- Real-time monitoring of current, power, and energy per circuit and mains
- Total Harmonic Distortion (THD) analysis for power quality insights
- Sub-metering capabilities for cost allocation and usage tracking
Alarming & Threshold Management
- Configurable alarms for high-high, high, low, and low-low thresholds based on breaker ratings
- Early warning system to prevent breaker trips and outages
Communication & Integration
- Modbus over RS-485 and Ethernet support for seamless integration into existing BMS or DCIM platforms
- Compatible with both new and retrofit installations
Modular CT Options
- Solid-core and split-core CTs available in various sizes (50A, 100A, 200A)
- CT strips with 12, 18, or 21 CTs for simplified installation
Industrial-Grade Build
- Designed for minimal space requirements in PDUs and remote power panels (RPPs)
- Operating temperature range: 0°C to 60°C, storage up to -40°C
- RoHS & CE Certified
PDU Technical Specifications:
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| 3Ph Power Range | 1KVA to 1000KVA |
| 1Ph Power Range | 1KVA to 200KVA |
| Insulation Class | Class R or Class H |
| Frequency | 50 Hz/60Hz |
| Cooling Type | Dry Type/Air Cooled |
| Conductor | Strips/Wires/Foils of Copper or Aluminium as per the customer’s requirement |
| Core | CRGO/ CRNGO |
| Cubicle Size | Standard Designs available or as per the Customer’s Requirement |
| Cubicle Material | CRCA |
| Ingress Protection | IP20/IP40/IP41/IP52/IP54 or as per customer’s requirement |
| Powder Coating Type | Structure/ Matte- Finished/ Glossy |
| Powder Coating Colour | RAL 7035/7032/7021/9005/IS5:631, as per Customer’s requirement |
PDU Applications:
- Online & Offline UPS Power Distribution
- Power Panels in Data Centers & Server Racks
- Battery Backup & Inverter Integration Panels
- Cleanroom & Medical Equipment Power Distribution
- CNC & Robotics Power Segmentation
- Industrial Automation Panels
- Telecommunications Infrastructure
- Solar & Hybrid Inverter Panels
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is a Data Center Power Distribution Unit (PDU)?
A data center PDU distributes electrical power from the main supply to server racks, IT panels, and critical loads within a data center. It ensures controlled, reliable, and continuous power delivery to IT infrastructure operating 24×7.
How Power Distribution Units Work in Data Centers?
In data center environments, PDUs act as the final stage of electrical distribution. They receive input power from UPS systems or transformers and distribute it across multiple circuits.
This distribution involves:
- Managing load across three-phase systems
- Ensuring stable voltage and current flow
- Supporting multiple downstream connections
- Maintaining operational reliability across varying load conditions
The design of the PDU directly influences system stability and performance.
Can Rishab Industries build data center PDUs for server racks and IT panels?
Yes. Rishab Industries designs and manufactures data center PDUs for server racks, IT panels, and power distribution boards. PDUs are engineered based on rack layout, load type, redundancy needs, and site-specific electrical parameters.
Are Rishab Industries data center PDUs transformer-based or non-isolated?
Rishab Industries offers both transformer-based and non-isolated data center PDUs. The selection depends on grounding philosophy, isolation requirements, harmonics, and safety considerations of the data center design.
When should a transformer-based data center PDU be used?
A transformer-based data center PDU is preferred when:
- Electrical isolation is required
- Noise and harmonics must be reduced
- Sensitive IT loads need added protection
- Separate grounding is mandated
These PDUs are commonly used in mission-critical data center zones.
When should a non-isolated data center PDU be used?
A non-isolated data center PDU is suitable when:
- Isolation is already handled upstream
- Space and efficiency are priorities
- The application requires compact rack-level distribution
These PDUs are often used for secondary or downstream power distribution.
What makes a data center PDU suitable for long duty cycles?
A data center PDU designed for continuous operation includes:
- Conservative thermal design
- Proper conductor sizing and busbar ratings
- High-quality insulation systems
- Ventilation and heat dissipation planning
These factors ensure stable performance over long operating hours.
Why does insulation class matter in transformer-based data center PDUs?
Insulation class defines how much thermal stress a transformer-based data center PDU can withstand over time. Higher insulation classes improve reliability, reduce ageing, and support continuous operation under fluctuating loads.
Which standards are relevant for data center PDUs?
Data center PDUs are typically designed in line with:
- IEC and IS standards for electrical panels
- Applicable data center electrical design guidelines
- Internal testing protocols based on application requirements
Compliance ensures safety, performance, and integration readiness.
Are Rishab Industries data center PDUs standard products or custom engineered?
Rishab Industries primarily manufactures custom-engineered data center PDUs. Each unit is designed based on load calculations, redundancy requirements, enclosure type, cable routing, and site conditions rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Is wiring, assembly, and testing done in-house?
Yes. All PDUs are factory-built, wired, and tested before deployment.
How do Rishab Industries data center PDUs support reliability in critical environments?
Reliability is achieved through:
- Application-driven electrical design
- Controlled manufacturing processes
- Pre-dispatch electrical checks
- Engineering validation based on duty cycle and load profile
This approach ensures PDUs perform consistently in critical data center environments.