Eaton FlexPDU 12 IEC — 1U Rack PDU with 13 IEC Outlets
12× C13 + 1× C1916 A C20 inlet3.84 kW max1U 19-inch
The Eaton FlexPDU 12 IEC (EFLX12I) is a basic 1U 19-inch rack power distribution unit with twelve IEC C13 outlets and one IEC C19 outlet, fed from a 16 A IEC C20 inlet, for server, network and UPS installations that need clean, simple outlet distribution inside a cabinet.
It has no metering, switching or network management: power goes in through the C20 inlet and out through 13 IEC outlets, rated 200–240 V single phase up to 3.84 kW. That makes it a good fit behind a UPS with a C19/C20 output, or on a 16 A cabinet feed, where you only need more outlets in the right format.
Before you order: This PDU has a C20 inlet, rated 16 A. Eaton lists a 2 m input cord but does not publish the plug on the far end — if your wall or UPS outlet is Schuko, BS 1363 or IEC 60309, tell us and we will confirm the right cord before you order.
What's in the Box
- Eaton FlexPDU 12 IEC rack PDU
- Mounting accessories for 19-inch rack installation
- Quick start guide
- Safety instructions
What It Means in Practice
- Twelve C13 outlets cover the usual server, switch, router, NAS and firewall power inlets (C14) with standard C13–C14 cords.
- The single C19 outlet takes one high-power device with a C20 inlet — a larger server, blade chassis, storage shelf or a UPS extended battery charger.
- At 230 V, 16 A means about 3.68 kW of usable load on most installations; the 3.84 kW figure is the upper rating at 240 V.
- Only 80 mm deep and 1U high, it can sit at the back of a rack in a spare U, or be mounted on a wall or at the rear of an Eaton UPS — Eaton calls this the Flex concept.
What Will Not Work
- No metering: you cannot see current draw on a display or over the network — choose a metered or managed PDU if you need monitoring.
- No outlet switching or remote reboot, and no SNMP, Ethernet or serial port.
- It does not convert phases or voltage: input and output are 200–240 V single phase only.
- Devices with Schuko or UK plugs need IEC (C14) power cords, not their wall-plug cords.
Key Features
13 IEC outlets in 1U
12× C13 plus 1× C19 in a single rack unit — compact distribution for a full cabinet of network or server gear.
16 A C20 inlet
Connects directly to a 16 A UPS output (C19) or a cabinet feed with the matching cord.
Shallow 80 mm body
Leaves room for cabling at the back of shallow network cabinets and wall racks.
Flexible mounting
Horizontal 1U in a 19-inch rack, on a wall, or at the rear of an Eaton UPS.
Technical Specifications
| Identification |
| Part Number |
EFLX12I |
| EAN / GTIN |
3553340684272 |
| Brand |
Eaton |
| Model |
FlexPDU 12 IEC |
| Electrical |
| Input connector |
IEC 60320 C20 inlet |
| Input cord length |
2 m (per Eaton) |
| Rated current |
16 A |
| Rated voltage |
200–240 V AC, single phase, 50/60 Hz |
| Maximum power |
3.84 kW |
| Overvoltage category |
II |
| Outlets |
| Outlets total |
13 |
| IEC C13 |
12 |
| IEC C19 |
1 |
| Metering / switching |
None |
| Network management |
None |
| Physical |
| Form factor |
1U, 19-inch (482.6 mm) rack |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) |
483 × 44 × 80 mm |
| Weight |
1.6 kg |
| Colour |
Black |
| Operating temperature |
0–60 °C |
| Certification |
CE |
| Warranty |
| Warranty |
1-Year Warranty (Singular) |
| Manufacturer Term |
Eaton does not publish the base term on the product page (Warranty+1 / Warranty+3 extensions offered) — claims handled through Singular |
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I connect it directly to my UPS?
Yes, if the UPS has a 16 A IEC C19 output (common on 2–3 kVA rack UPS models), using a C19–C20 cord. Smaller UPS units with only C13 outputs cannot feed a 16 A C20 inlet safely.
Does it have surge protection?
Eaton does not list surge protection for this model. Put it behind a UPS or a surge-protected feed if you need that.
How much load can I plug in?
Up to 16 A in total across all 13 outlets — about 3.68 kW at 230 V. Add up the nameplate ratings of your devices and stay below that.
Singular Expert Insight · Buyer's Guide
This is the right PDU when you need outlets, not data: 13 IEC sockets in 1U on a 16 A feed, at a fraction of the cost of a metered unit. Most Cyprus server rooms we fit run it behind a 3 kVA rack UPS. Browse our
rack accessories for shelves, blanking panels and cable managers to finish the cabinet.
✓ Buy it if you want simple, reliable C13/C19 distribution in a 19-inch rack on a 16 A circuit.
✕ Skip it if you need to see power draw, switch outlets remotely or use Schuko/UK sockets in the rack.
→ Also consider a metered or managed rack PDU for monitoring, or a Schuko rack power strip if your devices use wall plugs.
Not sure it fits your setup? Send us the model of your rack, switch or device and we will check compatibility before you order.