Not every setup needs 12 or 20 outlets. A lot of small mining operations and GPU racks look the same: one or two big machines, plus a switch, a router, maybe a controller or a fan. Buy a giant PDU for that and most of the outlets sit empty while the heavy machines still need the right kind of socket.
The Valiant Power 30A Metered PDU with 2 C19 and 4 C13 outlets is sized for exactly that layout.
Why this outlet mix works
- 2 C19 outlets for the big loads. Miners and GPU servers with C20 inlets plug in here with a C19 to C20 cord. Newer Antminers with P13 inlets connect with a C20 to P13 cord.
- 4 C13 outlets for everything around them: network switch, router, controller, monitoring box. These connect with standard C13 to C14 cords.
Two heavy machines is also about what a 30A circuit can realistically carry, which is the next point.
How much can it actually run?
The PDU's maximum rating is 7,500 watts, which is 30A at 250V. But miners and servers run 24/7, and continuous loads should stay at or under 80% of the breaker rating. On a 30A circuit, that is 24A:
| Voltage | Continuous capacity at 24A |
|---|---|
| 208V | about 4,990W |
| 240V | about 5,760W |
So the practical budget at 240V is around 5,760 watts. Many current-generation miners draw over 3,000 watts each, so check your machines' real wall draw. Two efficient units or one big one plus support gear is the typical fit. The built-in meter tells you where you stand.
The meter and breaker
The digital display shows voltage, amps, and kilowatts live. Amps is the number to watch. If it sits near 24 during normal running, you are at capacity.
The built-in breaker sits under a clear cover. If the strip is overloaded, it trips at the PDU, so you reset it right there instead of hunting for the panel.
Specs
| Outlets | 2 x C19, 4 x C13 |
| Rating | 30A, 240V (7,500W max) |
| Plug | NEMA L6-30P twist-lock |
| Metering | Volts, amps, kW |
| Protection | Built-in breaker |
| Housing | Metal with mounting ears |
Where to mount it
The metal housing has ears on both ends, so it mounts in a rack, on a wall, or along a shelf. In mining spaces with wire shelving, mounting it vertically on the side of the shelf keeps cords short and out of the exhaust path.
Need more outlets?
If you are running more than two big machines, step up to the 30A Vertical Mining PDU with 3 C19 and 8 C13, or to a 50A metered PDU on a bigger circuit.
Frequently asked questions
What receptacle do I need?
An L6-30R twist-lock receptacle on a dedicated 30A, 208 to 240V circuit.
Can I control or monitor it remotely?
No. It is a metered PDU with a local display. For remote monitoring, see our 30A Smart Network PDU.
Can I run two S21s on it?
Only if their combined wall draw at your settings stays under about 5,760W at 240V. Check your exact units first.
Questions about your setup? Email support@valiantpowerco.com. Or see the 30A Metered PDU.