Change maximum possible power draw from 32767 Watt #7279

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opened 2025-12-29 20:21:10 +01:00 by adam · 7 comments
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Originally created by @martinum4 on GitHub (Nov 24, 2022).

Originally assigned to: @decoupca on GitHub.

NetBox version

v3.3.8

Feature type

Change to existing functionality

Proposed functionality

Increase the maximum possible power draw from ~32kW to any positive value.

Use case

We tried to map our (hardwired) UPS-systems in NetBox, they have a possible power output of more than 120kW.

Database changes

Probably none required.

External dependencies

Probably none required.

Originally created by @martinum4 on GitHub (Nov 24, 2022). Originally assigned to: @decoupca on GitHub. ### NetBox version v3.3.8 ### Feature type Change to existing functionality ### Proposed functionality Increase the maximum possible power draw from ~32kW to any positive value. ### Use case We tried to map our (hardwired) UPS-systems in NetBox, they have a possible power output of more than 120kW. ### Database changes Probably none required. ### External dependencies Probably none required.
adam added the status: acceptedtype: feature labels 2025-12-29 20:21:10 +01:00
adam closed this issue 2025-12-29 20:21:10 +01:00
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@jeremystretch commented on GitHub (Nov 28, 2022):

Please provide more detail about your specific use case.

@jeremystretch commented on GitHub (Nov 28, 2022): Please provide more detail about your specific use case.
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@martinum4 commented on GitHub (Nov 28, 2022):

Ok, we have a Riello MPW 300 mapped as an unracked device with 2 communication module slots (For Network-Modules) and Power Module Slots (NetBox used for Inventory Tracking of Power Modules).

Due to the high power demand the UPS is hardwired and can consume/provide up to 125kVA (VA is roughly Watt, depending on power factor) 32kW as maximum for a power port is just not enough, when trying to create a 125kW Power Port in NetBox the following error message appears:
netbox error message

Does this clear up the use case?

@martinum4 commented on GitHub (Nov 28, 2022): Ok, we have a [Riello MPW 300 ](https://www.riello-ups.com/products/1-ups/94-multi-power) mapped as an unracked device with 2 communication module slots (For [Network-Modules](https://www.riello-ups.com/products/4-software-connectivity/85-netman-204)) and Power Module Slots (NetBox used for Inventory Tracking of Power Modules). Due to the high power demand the UPS is hardwired and can consume/provide up to 125kVA (VA is roughly Watt, depending on power factor) 32kW as maximum for a power port is just not enough, when trying to create a 125kW Power Port in NetBox the following error message appears: ![netbox error message](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/18295403/204317367-bcae3db3-531d-4845-a254-01b537c7e26d.png) Does this clear up the use case?
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@jeremystretch commented on GitHub (Dec 9, 2022):

Does this clear up the use case?

I'm afraid it doesn't. From your description, it sounds like you're attempting to model the aggregate output of an UPS as opposed to an individual connection. Where in your network do you have a single power port consuming more than 32kW of power?

@jeremystretch commented on GitHub (Dec 9, 2022): > Does this clear up the use case? I'm afraid it doesn't. From your description, it sounds like you're attempting to model the aggregate output of an UPS as opposed to an individual connection. Where in your network do you have a _single_ power port consuming more than 32kW of power?
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@elipsion commented on GitHub (Dec 11, 2022):

Here in Europe it's a very valid power port. We have extension cords rated for 400V/63A three phase (which turns into a bit over 37kW). And there are CEE17 plugs available for up to 800A.

@elipsion commented on GitHub (Dec 11, 2022): Here in Europe it's a very valid power port. We have extension cords rated for 400V/63A three phase (which turns into a bit over 37kW). And there are [CEE17](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/CEE_17) plugs available for up to 800A.
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@github-actions[bot] commented on GitHub (Mar 28, 2023):

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@elipsion commented on GitHub (Mar 28, 2023):

What revisions are needed, @jeremystretch?

I'm trying to model a couple of APC PDPMs with Module bays, if that helps.

They're connected with three phase to our UPS system, and have pluggable output modules for different power outlet configurations (3x1~, 3~, 3~ double amperage, and so on)

@elipsion commented on GitHub (Mar 28, 2023): What revisions are needed, @jeremystretch? I'm trying to model a couple of [APC PDPM](https://www.se.com/ww/en/product/PDPM277H/apc-modular-remote-power-panel-277kva-400a-400v-72-pole-300mm/)s with Module bays, if that helps. They're connected with three phase to our UPS system, and have pluggable output modules for different power outlet configurations (3x1~, 3~, 3~ double amperage, and so on)
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@decoupca commented on GitHub (May 12, 2023):

I'll take this

@decoupca commented on GitHub (May 12, 2023): I'll take this
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Reference: starred/netbox#7279