Power distribution unit and methods of making and use including modular construction and assemblies

摘要

Described herein are various embodiments of a power distribution unit having modular components. For example, according to one embodiment, a power distribution unit can include a component portion that comprises at least two modules including outlet modules, circuit protection modules, power input modules, communications I/O modules, and display modules. Each of the at least two modules of the component portion can comprise at least one connection element and can be removably secured to one or more other of the at least two modules via the connection elements. The power distribution unit can also include a housing that defines an interior cavity. The component portion can be removably secured to the housing at least partially within the interior cavity.

主权项

1. A power distribution unit mountable in an electronic equipment rack and configured to distribute power to equipment in the rack, comprising:
a housing having an interior cavity; a plurality of modules removably retained at least partially within the interior cavity of the housing, comprising one or more of an outlet module, a power input module, a circuit protection module, a communications I/O module, and a display module, wherein at least two adjacent modules of the plurality of modules are mateably connected to one another through at least one rigid connection element.