Vertiv, a company that provides digital infrastructure, announced plans to release its 800 VDC power portfolio in the second half of 2026. The portfolio will support Nvidia’s next-generation rack-scale computing platforms, including Kyber and Rubin Ultra, and is designed for large AI-focused data centers.
The release is part of Vertiv’s collaboration with Nvidia to stay ahead of future demands in power and cooling for AI systems. The 800 VDC architecture aims to handle the growing energy needs of GPUs and high-density AI workloads.
“As GPUs evolve to support increasingly complex AI applications at giga-watt scale, power and cooling providers need to be equally innovative to provide energy-efficient and high-density solutions for the AI factories,” said Scott Armul, executive vice president of global portfolio and business units at Vertiv. “While the 800 VDC portfolio is new, DC power isn’t a new direction for us, it’s a continuation of what we’ve already done at scale.”
Create modular, scalable systems for AI centers
Vertiv’s new power systems will include centralized rectifiers, DC busways, rack-level converters, and backup systems that work with DC. The goal is to reduce copper use, lower current, and cut heat losses. These features are meant to meet the rising power needs of AI racks, which can exceed 300 kilowatts.
Vertiv brings over 20 years of experience in DC power, including ±400 VDC systems used in telecom and mission-critical operations. Its history includes several acquisitions that helped build its DC portfolio.
The upcoming 800 VDC products will support Vertiv’s strategy to create modular, scalable systems for AI centers. By offering both AC and DC options, Vertiv aims to give data center operators flexibility as AI technology continues to grow.
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