A technical manual from the experts in Business-Critical Continuity™ NetSure™ RDB Series Installation and User Manual — Plug-n-Play 48V Rack Distribution Section 6041 (Issue AG, January 21, 2013)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 1.0 INSTALLATION 1.1 Shipment Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.2 Installing the Rack PDU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 1.2.1 1.2.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS ! WARNING Please read and follow all safety information! Failure to observe the safety information listed below may result in electric shock, fire hazards, or serious injury. Please safeguard this Installation and User Manual. Intended Use The NetSure™ RDB Rack PDU (Power Distribution Unit) is designed to deliver power to information technology and telecommunication equipment.
Installation 1.0 INSTALLATION The NetSure™ RDB Rack PDUs (Power Distribution Units) are designed to be installed on the left and/or right rear frames of IT racks. They can be mounted directly to the rack or use Rack PDU Mounting Kit P/N 547665. See 3.4 - Dimensions for hole dimensions. 1.1 Shipment Inspection Unpack the shipping container, inspect all items for damage and verify that the shipment is complete and undamaged. Report any damage to your local Emerson representative and the carrier. 1.
Installation Figure 1 Mounting Rack PDUs Directly to Rack Frame Keps Nut Ground Lead Bracket PDU Ground Washer Ground wires not shown in illustration for clarity. Screw Rack PDUs can be mounted on either side. Rack PDUs and Ground Lead Bracket can be rotated 180 degrees (cables can exit at top or bottom).
Electrical Connections 2.0 ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS 2.1 Connecting the Rack PDU DC Input The Rack PDU’s input is designed to be fed from a 200A (max) breaker or fuse using the factory supplied and connected DC input cable assembly and the customer connected input quick connect kits. See Figure 3.
Electrical Connections 2.3 Connecting External Circuit Breaker Alarms Negative 48Vdc is provided to a set of alarm terminals if any circuit breaker is in the OFF position. See Figure 5. Figure 5 Alarm Connections Circuit Breaker Alarm Connector (mating screw-type connector supplied, wire size range 16-24 AWG, recommended torque 1.8 in-lbs) Typical Rack PDU Bottom View -48Vdc signal provided to both terminals when any circuit breaker is in the OFF position.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.0 SPECIFICATIONS AND TECHNICAL DATA 3.1 Conformity and Standards The NetSure RDB Rack PDU (Power Distribution Unit) has the following agency approval ratings: • UL 60 950-1 + UL 1801 - Recognized (cURus) 3.2 Environmental Characteristics The NetSure RDB Rack PDU (Power Distribution Unit) is designed to operate under the following environmental conditions without damage or degradation in electrical operating characteristics: 3.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.4 Dimensions 3.4.1 NetSure™ RDB L6, P/Ns 547692, 547693, 547499 Notes: 1. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters), unless otherwise specified. 2. Includes hardware to mount PDU to IT rack or bracket P/N 547604. 3. Rack PDU and/or Ground Lead Bracket can be mounted either as shown or 180 degree rotate. 4. Six outlets.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.4.2 NetSure™ RDB L15, P/Ns 547694, 547695, 547615 Factory Connected to Ground Lead Bracket Notes: 1. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters), unless otherwise specified. 2. Includes hardware to mount PDU to IT rack or bracket P/N 547604. 3. Rack PDU and/or Ground Lead Bracket can be mounted either as shown or 180 degree rotate. 4. Fifteen outlets.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.4.3 NetSure™ RDB M6, P/Ns 547696, 547697, 547503 Notes: 1. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters), unless otherwise specified. 2. Includes hardware to mount PDU to IT rack or bracket P/N 547604. 3. Rack PDU and/or Ground Lead Bracket can be mounted either as shown or 180 degree rotate. 4. Six outlets.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.4.4 NetSure™ RDB H2, P/N 547500 Notes: 1. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters), unless otherwise specified. 2. Includes hardware to mount PDU to IT rack or bracket P/N 547604. 3. Rack PDU and/or Ground Lead Bracket can be mounted either as shown or 180 degree rotate. 4. Two outlets. Factory Connected to Ground Lead Bracket Jumper Length: 3.25 (83) 8 AWG Cable Anderson, PP75 Powerpole Connectors Detail A, Ground Lead Jumper 3.31 (84.07) 3.39 (86.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.4.5 NetSure™ RDB H3, P/Ns 547698, 547699, 547501 Notes: 1. Dimensions are in inches (millimeters), unless otherwise specified. 2. Includes hardware to mount PDU to IT rack or bracket P/N 547604. 3. Rack PDU and/or Ground Lead Bracket can be mounted either as shown or 180 degree rotate. 4. Three outlets. Factory Connected to Ground Lead Bracket Jumper Length: 3.25 (83) 8 AWG Cable Anderson, PP75 Powerpole Connectors Detail A, Ground Lead Jumper 3.39 (86.
72.782 12 53.761 58.971 0.218 X 0.562 SLOT (20) 38.012 40.909 44.357 0.281 X 1.000 SLOT (14) 14.656 19.867 22.847 29.277 32.718 35.617 50.780 68.842 70.595 71.937 6.81 3.032 6.000 (TYP) 3.25 2.250 0.75 0.000 1.75 (TYP) 2.68 1.687 1.375 0.218 X 0.562 SLOT (II) 0.218 X 0.375 SLOT (4) 4.785 0.25 o 0.147+0.002 (40 PLCS) 3.39 2.70 2.02 1.33 0.64 0.000 0.845 2.56 3.69 o R 0.062 REF 0.25 X 45 (TYP) 3.4.6 73.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.5 Input Quick Connect Kit Provides the mating connector and contacts for the DC Input Cable Assembly factory supplied and connected to the Rack PDU. P/N Contact Size (AWG) 547668 1/0 547669 2/0 547670 3/0 547671 4/0 Mating Anderson Powerpole Connector 350A, Red (SB350) SB350 3.6 Output Cable Assemblies 3.6.
Specifications and Technical Data 3.6.2 Output Connector Kits (P/N 554878 and P/N 554944) P/N 101621 for 12 - 10 AWG P/N 247109602 for 8 AWG P/N 111691 for 6 AWG P/N 142992 for 14 - 10 AWG P/N 145369 for 16 - 12 AWG 554944 554878 For use with L6, L15 and M6 RDB Includes red and black connector housings and contacts for 10-14 AWG, and 12-16 AWG wire sizes. 3.7 For use with H2 and H3 RDB Includes red and black connector housings and contacts for 6 AWG, 8 AWG and 10-12 AWG wire sizes.
Operation 4.0 OPERATION ! WARNING Improper operation may cause overheating and lead to increased fire hazard. Improper operation may also destroy the device and damage other connected systems. Make sure that the total input current of the connected systems does not exceed the current rating specified on the rating plate of the Rack PDU. Please refer to the operating instructions or the rating plates of the connected systems or the circuit breaker for power specifications. 4.
Revision Record 5.0 REVISION RECORD Issue Change Number (ECO) AA LLP214446 New AB LLP214895 Table in 3.3 revised. Manufacturer P/Ns added to 3.5 and 3.6. AC LLP215438 Updated circuit breaker part number on the DC power strips and changed hardware stack-up on the PDU. AD LLP215960 Updated orientation of Snap-Pak breakers and it’s connections to the following assembly: 547499, 547692, 547693, 547615, 547694 and 547695.
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