Expert Power Control 8031 – 8-Port Switched & Metered PDU
The Expert Power Control 8031 (EPC 8031) is a professional-grade, remotely managed power distribution unit designed to maximize uptime, energy efficiency, and operational security in 19-inch AV and IT installations. Featuring eight individually switchable outlets, comprehensive power metering, and advanced environmental monitoring, it enables proactive infrastructure management and rapid troubleshooting from anywhere.
Key Benefits
- Reduces downtime through proactive monitoring and remote management
- Improves energy efficiency with scheduled switching and power metering
- Supports remote reboot and self-healing via integrated watchdogs
- Seamlessly integrates into existing systems through REST API, SNMP, MQTT, HTTPS, SSH, Telnet, and Modbus TCP
- Saves time with plug-and-play drivers and intuitive configuration tools
Outlet Variants
- 8031-1: 8 × IEC C13
- 8031-2: 8 × IEC C13 Lock
- 8031-3: 8 × Schuko Type F
- 8031-4: 8 × BS 1363 Type G
- 8031-6: 8 × NEMA 5-15
Switching & Automation Features
- Individual outlet control with programmable on/off sequences
- Remote reboot capability
- Eight-channel watchdog for automatic recovery
- Sequential power-up and Zero Voltage Switching (ZVS) to minimize inrush currents
- Sensor-triggered switching based on environmental thresholds
Metering & Monitoring
- Measurement of energy, current, voltage, power factor, frequency, and active/reactive/apparent power
- Dual energy counters, including one resettable counter
- Residual-current monitoring (Type A, optional Type B)
- Support for plug-and-play temperature, humidity, and air-pressure sensors
Security & Management
- Type 3 surge protection
- TLS/SSL and SSH encrypted communication
- 802.1X authentication and IP access control
- Alarm notifications via e-mail, syslog, SNMP traps, and MQTT
- Firmware updates during operation without reboot
The Expert Power Control 8031 is the ideal PDU for data centers, broadcast facilities, AV racks, and mission-critical IT environments where reliability, visibility, and intelligent power management are essential.
