Rittal DK 7979303 PDU - EN 62368-1 & EMC 2014/30/EU
Part Number: 7979303
Manufacturer
Rittal
Part number
7979303
Category
Alt Part Number
DK 7979.303
Quick Summary
PDU DK 7979.303 delivers high-end IT rack power distribution for data centers and server rooms. Engineers often struggle with per-phase energy visibility, remote control, and safe disconnection during maintenance. It complies with the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and EN 62368-1 for safety, with CE marking, ensuring regulatory readiness. This solution combines energy measurement per phase and a network interface with a rotatable display, enabling proactive monitoring, rapid fault isolation, and secure remote management. By integrating VX IT compatibility and flexible mounting options, it delivers tangible business value through improved uptime, optimized energy use, and simplified rack provisioning for IT infrastructure projects.
Product Information
Extended Description
7979303 Rittal: DK PDU switched, compact basic power distribution incl. energy measurement per phase, individually switchable output slots, with network interface and display, WHD: 450x44x144mm, CEE 7 / 3: 4x earthing pin
Article number
DK 7979.303
Design
482.6 mm (19") version
Product description
High-end power distribution in a compact design for IT network and server racks. With switching function and power measurement at the infeed or per phase.
Benefits
For vertical mounting, it may be attached in the zero-U space of the Rittal VX IT or TS IT rack with no need for tools
Technical specifications
Display/controller unit in the PDU enclosure rotatable through 180° and replaceable
Material
Aluminium section, black anodised | Slots: Plastic
Supply includes
Assembly parts
Options
CMC III CAN bus sensors may be connected for ambient monitoring, max. 16 sensors
Measurement functions, description
Emergency power supply to PDU web server via PoE, sequential disconnection of the outputs
Dimensions
Height: 44 mm | Depth: 144 mm | Length: 450 mm
No. of sockets and type
4 x earthing-pin, type F, CEE 7/3
Rated operating voltage
230 V (AC)
Rated current (max.)
16 A
Power consumption
3.7 kW
Infeeds
Phases per infeed: 1~
Length of connection cable
3 m
Type of electrical connection
CEE
Interfaces
Fully redundant Ethernet interface 10/100/1000 Mbit/s (2x RJ45, 1x with PoE)
Directives
EMC Directive 2014/30/EU
Standards
EN 62368-1
Protocols
Web server (HTTP, HTTPS, SSL) SSH, Telnet, NTP
Operating temperature range
5 °C...50 °C
Ambient humidity (non-condensing)
10...95 %
Storage temperature range
-20 °C...70 °C
To fit
Enclosure type: VX IT enclosure frame: ≥ 800 mm | Enclosure type: VX IT 19" mounting angles: ≥ 800 mm
Packs of
1 pc(s).
Customs tariff number
85369095
EAN
4028177947832
ETIM 9
EC002762
ETIM 8
EC002762
ECLASS 8.0
27142604
Product description
DK PDU switched, compact basic power distribution incl. energy measurement per phase, individually switchable output slots, with network interface and display, WHD: 450x44x144mm, CEE 7 / 3: 4x earthing pin
Feature → Business Impact → Application: Energy measurement per phase with individually switchable outputs provides precise load visibility, reducing the risk of overloading and enabling targeted cooling strategies in busy data centers. This supports energy-aware operations and safer maintenance workflows in server rooms. Application: IT rack power management with per-phase monitoring for server clusters and storage arrays. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Rotatable 180° display/controller unit and a web-enabled interface simplify local and remote control, speeding fault detection and reducing mean time to repair. Application: remote diagnostics and on-site maintenance without unnecessary rack access. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Fully redundant Ethernet interface with PoE support ensures reliable management connectivity even in challenging environments, enabling sensor networks and remote administration. Application: integrated monitoring and control in large-scale IT deployments. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compatibility with VX IT enclosure frames and zero-U mounting allows tool-free, space-efficient installation in 19" racks, maximizing existing rack real estate. Application: fast deployment in data centers and network closets. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Compliance with EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and EN 62368-1 reduces audit risk and streamlines regulatory approvals for data center projects. Application: certified deployments across regulated facilities. Feature → Business Impact → Application: Wide operating range and environmental tolerance (5 °C to 50 °C; 10 to 95% humidity) support reliability in fluctuating data center conditions. Application: durable performance in varying temperature and humidity scenarios.
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FAQs
The DK 7979.303 PDU is designed for VX IT enclosure frames and can be mounted in zero-U space, enabling tool-free installation in 19" racks. Its dimensions (WHD: 450x44x144 mm) and 482.6 mm 19" version ensure seamless integration with standard IT rack allocations and VX IT frame configurations, reducing deployment time and rack downtime.
Per-phase energy measurement provides granular load visibility for each incoming phase, enabling precise capacity planning and targeted cooling. This data supports anomaly detection, improves energy efficiency, and helps prevent overloading, which translates to lower operating costs and higher uptime in data centers and server rooms.
Yes. The PDU includes a web server with HTTP/HTTPS, SSH, and Telnet protocols, plus a robust Ethernet interface (2x RJ45, one with PoE). This supports secure remote management, diagnostics, and integration with monitoring systems, reducing on-site visits and enabling timely responses to power events.
The DK 7979.303 PDU complies with the EMC Directive 2014/30/EU and EN 62368-1 safety standards, with CE marking. These certifications support regulatory alignment for data centers, reduce compliance risk, and facilitate audits during infrastructure upgrades or expansions.
Expected ROI comes from improved energy visibility per rack, reduced maintenance time via remote control, and faster fault isolation. The PDU’s per-phase measurement helps optimize workloads and cooling, while the tool-free zero-U mounting accelerates deployment, delivering lower total cost of ownership and quicker project payback.