SurgeX Axess Black Elite Power Control Unit
Best power manager for professionals needing remote control and equipment protection.
The SurgeX Axess Black Elite Power Control Unit provides advanced protection and intelligent energy management for your valuable electronics. This unit offers eight outlets with IP-enabled two-way communication, allowing remote monitoring and control via an intuitive web interface. You can manage power distribution, schedule triggers, and control individual outlets, including on/off and reboot functions. It displays real-time power and energy usage per outlet and monitors system-wide consumption, temperature, voltage, and current draw. Built with SurgeX's patented surge elimination technology, it ensures comprehensive protection against power disturbances.
$285.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
2
/ 768
#2 in Power Control Units
Price vs Category Average
-69%
Below average
Mounting Type
Rack Mount
/ Rack Mount
Who it's for
- Professionals needing reliable, long-term equipment protection
- System integrators managing remote hardware installations
- Audiophiles seeking pristine, noise-free power delivery
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking basic surge protection
- Casual users needing simple plug-and-play power strips
- Homeowners lacking dedicated rack space for equipment
Performance breakdown
Surge Protection
Patented technology eliminates surges rather than just diverting them to ground.
Remote Management
Granular control over individual outlets simplifies troubleshooting from anywhere in the world.
Energy Analytics
Real-time monitoring provides deep visibility into power consumption across your entire rack.
Build Quality
Rugged rack-mount chassis designed for demanding professional and high-end home installations.
Power Conditioning
Advanced filtering ensures clean, stable power for sensitive high-fidelity audio equipment.
System Safety
Automatic shutdown features protect hardware from catastrophic voltage fluctuations and current spikes.
Key Specs
Mounting Type
Rack Mount
Number of AC Outlets
8
Input Voltage
120V
Connectivity Type
Ethernet
Unit Function
Surge Protector, Power Conditioner
Rated Current
15A
Product Weight
13 lbs
Dimensions
1.75"h x 19"w x 12.25"d
Features
- Premium protection and energy management
- Two-way IP communication
- Remote monitoring and control via web interface
- Individual outlet control (on/off/reboot)
- Per-outlet power and energy monitoring
- Advanced surge elimination technology
- Catastrophic Over/Under Voltage Shutdown
- Inrush Current Elimination
What customers say
Professional users highly value the SurgeX Axess Black Elite for its uncompromising power protection and remote management. Its core strength is non-sacrificial surge elimination, offering superior, long-lasting defense for sensitive electronics without component replacement. The build quality is consistently described as robust and reliable for demanding settings. Integrated Axess technology is indispensable, enabling remote monitoring and power cycling, which minimizes service needs for complex installations. While the initial cost is premium, owners agree the investment is justified by the exceptional performance, longevity, and the avoidance of equipment damage. It is viewed as best in class for critical power infrastructure.
Know before you buy
Yes. The Axess Black Elite features two-way IP communication, allowing you to monitor and control each of the eight outlets remotely via a web interface. You can perform reboots, toggle power, or schedule triggers from anywhere with an internet connection.
This unit utilizes SurgeX’s patented Advanced Series Mode technology, which is designed to eliminate surge energy rather than just diverting it to the ground wire. This approach prevents the common side effects of traditional surge suppressors, such as ground contamination.
Yes, the unit provides real-time power and energy usage data for each individual outlet. You can also monitor system-wide metrics, including total consumption, voltage, current draw, and temperature.
Yes, the Axess Black Elite is designed for standard rack mounting. It measures 1.75 inches in height, occupying a single rack unit (1U), and fits standard 19-inch equipment racks.
The unit includes Catastrophic Over/Under Voltage Shutdown (COUVS) protection. If the input voltage falls outside of safe operating parameters, the unit will automatically disconnect power to your equipment to prevent damage.
Yes, it features Inrush Current Elimination (ICE) technology. This helps manage the high startup current demands of sensitive electronics, preventing nuisance breaker trips and protecting your equipment during power-up.
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