PowerPDU 4PS: IEC-320 C13 Switched Power Distribution Unit

Product detailed description

NETIO PowerPDU 4PS is a smart PDU (Power Distribution Unit) with four power outlets (4x IEC-320 C13). Each output can be switched on/off individually. NETIO PowerPDU 4PS can be mounted in rack cabinets – horizontally, vertically, or as a 1U device.

Open API enables integration into third-party systems using a wide range of protocols (JSON, Modbus/TCP, SNMP, MQTT, Telnet, ..).

With the NETIO Cloud service, the outputs can be controlled from anywhere. The NETIO Cloud service is provided for a fee but it uses SSL security and servers in Europe.

• LAN connection, WEB interface
• Each output can be controlled separately
• OPEN API: MQTT-flex, Modbus/TCP, Telnet, JSON, XML, SNMP, ..
• Mobile app: NETIO Mobile2 (Android)
• Service: NETIO Cloud 
• Industrial features: Wide range of operating temperatures, PowerUp state, ZVS (Zero Voltage Switching)

Typical applications of remotely controlled power sockets

• Remote restart (over the Web)
• Energy savings
• Switching power outputs on and off with a mobile app
• Switching sockets on and off using the NETIO Cloud service

• Controlling electrical sockets with a driver from multimedia applications (Neets, Crestron, Control4, CUE)
• Open API connection to open systems (Node-RED, Mikrotik, StreamPipes, HMS, ..)
• Open API MQTT cloud connection to portal applications (DevicePilot, AWS, IBM Bluemix, MS Azure)

Open API

For Open API communication, one M2M protocol can be chosen from among the following:

• Modbus/TCP
• MQTT-flex
• Telnet
• URL API (http get)
• JSON over HTTP
• XML over HTTP
• SNMP v1
• SNMP v3
• HTTP(s) Push JSON
• HTTP(s) Push XML

The SNMP protocol can be always used in parallel to other APIs.

Documentation for the protocols is available at the NETIO website. The ANxx Application Notes provide useful deployment guidance.

Regardless of the one Open API protocol used, the PowerPDU 4PS can be always controlled from its web interface and from the NETIO Cloud service at the same time.

Professional product

A smart PDU with LAN connectivity, PowerPDU 4PS is designed for professional use.

• Wide operating temperature range from -20°C to +65°C in the entire current range
• PowerUp state – the state of the outputs after the device is powered up is configurable (On/Off/Last)
• Simple installation into a 10” or 19” cabinet as a 1U device or vertically at a side
• ZVS – for switching an appliance on and off more frequently than a few times a day, ZVS (Zero Voltage Switching) support becomes important in the long term. ZVS makes sure that the output relay switches when the immediate voltage is zero.
• IOC function (Independent Output Control) – states of outputs are not affected by LAN connection failures, network layer restarts, or firmware upgrades
• The Scheduler function - time based switching

ZVS reduces the stress on the appliances connected to the outputs and prolongs their lifetime. It is particularly suitable for electrical appliances with a high inrush current. A high inrush current is typical for switching power supplies common in IT as well as in LED lighting and other application areas. 

Product packages with different power cable type included

AV drivers

• BrightSign: free plugin AN47
• CONTROL4: free driver to control outputs
• CRESTRON: free driver to control outputs
• ELAN: free driver to control outputs
• KRAMER: free driver to control outputs
• Neets: free driver AN44
• RTI: free driver to control outputs
• SAVANT: free driver to control outputs
  
  
• LOXONE: example AN53
• Home Assistant: drivers by community
• OpenHAB: drivers by community

NETIO PowerPDU 4PS specifications

• LAN (RJ45): Yes
• WiFi: No
• Web: Built-in web server
• Online demo: Yes
• FW upgrade: Yes - web
• Mobile app: NETIO Mobile2 (Android)
• Cloud connection needed for installation: No
• Control button: Yes
• Service: NETIO Cloud (for a fee)
• Open API (M2M protocols)
  • Modbus/TCP
  • MQTT-flex
  • Telnet
  • URL API (http get)
  • JSON over HTTP
  • XML over HTTP
  • SNMP v1
  • SNMP v3
  • HTTP(s) Push JSON
  • HTTP(s) Push XML

• Lua support: No
• Scheduler function: Yes (from FW 3.0.0.)
• IP WatchDog function: No (but planned)
• Sending e-mails: No
• Event log: Yes (web)

• Power input: IEC-320 C14
• Power output: 4x IEC-320 C13
• Number of controlled outputs: 4
• Number of metered outputs: 0

• Internal consumption: Max 2 W
• Electrical measurements: No
• SPD – surge protection: Yes, type 3
• Switching element: relay SPST-NO, ZCS
• ZVS (Zero Voltage Switching): Yes
• IOC (output state independent from FW updates): Yes
• PowerUp state of outputs: On / Off / LAST state
• Mechanical characteristics: 220 x 40 x 120 mm
  • NETIO RM1 for installing the unit into a 19” cabinet as a 1U device
  • NETIO RM2 for installing two units into a 19” cabinet as a 1U device
  • NETIO RM3 for installing vertically into a 19” cabinet
  • NETIO RM4 for universal installation into a 19” cabinet

• Protection: IP30
• Sound output: No
• Temperature range: -20°C to +65 °C

More information: https://www.netio-products.com/en/device/powerpdu-4ps