Raritan PDU: Guide to PX2, PX3, and PX4 iPDUs
Looking for a Raritan PDU? Raritan (Legrand group) is the reference for intelligent PDUs (iPDU) for datacenters, thanks to its precision measurement and reliability. This guide details the PX range. For basics, see our guide to choosing a PDU, size yours with the PDU calculator, and discover our rack PDUs in stock.
Contents
- Why choose a Raritan PDU?
- The PX generations: PX2, PX3, PX4
- Billing-grade levels and measurement
- Comparison of Raritan PDUs by use
- Raritan PDU FAQ
1. Why choose a Raritan PDU?
Raritan has established itself as a leader in professional iPDU thanks to:
- 📊 Billing-grade ±1% measurement (ISO/IEC 62053-21 certified) for energy billing.
- 🔌 SecureLock cord locking to prevent unplugging.
- 🌐 Dual Gigabit Ethernet port and SNMP, web, REST API supervision, DCIM integration.
- 🔗 Cascade up to 32 PDUs on a single IP address.
- 🌡️ Environmental sensors (temperature, humidity, water leak).
Example in stock: the Raritan PX3-1292R 32A 7.4 kVA 12×C13, a new managed iPDU ideal for datacenter monitoring.
2. The PX generations: PX2, PX3, PX4
- Raritan PX2: proven and economical generation, very common in used condition.
- Raritan PX3: color LCD screen with auto-flip, dual Gigabit Ethernet, advanced sensor management — the current datacenter standard.
- Raritan PX4: latest generation, touchscreen, modernized connectivity (USB-C), enhanced security.
👉 See our available Raritan, APC, and Eaton PDUs
3. Levels and billing-grade measurement
Like all major brands, Raritan offers its PDUs in four levels:
- Basic: simple distribution, no measurement.
- Metered: inlet measurement displayed on screen.
- Switched: remote switching of each outlet.
- Managed: per outlet measurement + switching + network monitoring — the high-end data center solution.
The Raritan signature is billing-grade measurement ±1%: accurate enough to rebill consumption to a colocation client.
4. Comparison of Raritan PDUs by use
| Needs | Raritan choice | Monitoring |
|---|---|---|
| Budget, simple distribution | PX2 Basic | None |
| Load tracking | PX2/PX3 Metered | Input measurement |
| Remote reboot | PX3 Switched | Outlet switching |
| Data center / rebilling | PX3/PX4 Managed | Measurement per outlet + network |
FAQ — Raritan PDU
What is a Raritan PDU (iPDU)?
A Raritan iPDU is an intelligent PDU from the PX range, designed for data centers, with billing-grade ±1% measurement and network monitoring.
What is the difference between PX2, PX3, and PX4?
The PX2 is proven and economical; the PX3 adds a color LCD and dual Ethernet; the PX4 is the latest generation with a touchscreen.
What is billing-grade measurement?
An ISO/IEC 62053-21 certified accuracy of ±1%, sufficient to rebill electricity to a colocation client.
Do you deliver in France and Europe?
Yes, shipping to France and Europe within 24 to 72 hours from our French stock, VAT invoice included.
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