CDM 1.5MW Base Modular Data Center Solution
The Foundational Building Block for High-Density AI Training and Scalable Clusters
The 1.5MW Base Module is the foundational building block of the CDM AI platform. It intelligently integrates high-density IT white space, a dedicated 2MW critical power module (N+1), and hybrid cooling systems into a single functional asset. Built to scale independently or aggregate into multi-megawatt facilities, it enables predictable, rapid growth for next-generation GPU workloads.
Key Features & Highlights
Plug-and-Play Infrastructure: Pre-engineered, high-density IT module pairing dedicated power distribution and cooling connections ready for up to 20 server racks for rapid deployment.
Dedicated Power Backbone: Includes 1x Dedicated 2MW Power Module (N+1) with dynamic load stabilization and standard 5-minute EOL battery runtime to buffer GPU step-loads.
Hybrid Cooling Architecture: Chilled Water Air Handling Units (AHU) combined with secondary direct-to-chip (DTC) liquid loops via in-rack or in-row CDUs.
Standardized Design: Standardized core built in the USA to ISO 9001 and UL 2755 compliance standards.
Engineered and factory-built in the USA, the 1.5MW Base Module provides an open, vendor-neutral foundation purpose-built for enterprise AI adoption and high-density GPU clusters. Every module is fully integrated, factory-tested to ISO 9001 and UL 2755 standards, and field-assembled for scalable, phased growth without architectural compromises.
| Category | Parameter / Specification |
|---|---|
| Nominal IT Load | 1.25MW – 1.7MW |
| Server Rack Capacity | Up to 20 racks (supports current rack platforms from leading IT vendors) |
| Number of Modules | 1 IT module + 1 power module (2 modules total) |
|
Dimensions (L x W x H) |
55.0' (L) x 23' (W) x 12.25' (H w/o cooling module) |
| Max Module Weight | IT Module: ~50,000–55,000 lbs (without IT) | Power Module: ~50,000–55,000 lbs |
| Power Architecture | 1x Dedicated 2MW Power Module (N+1); adaptable for future SST and BESS integration |
| Input / Rack Voltages | 480V input; 480V/277V or 415V to rack |
| Cooling Technology | Hybrid (Chilled Water AHU + Liquid); UPS-backed fans and pumps; isolation valves for concurrent maintenance |
| Structural & Environmental Ratings | NEMA 3R-rated exterior, R-18 insulated walls, Seismic Design Categories C or D, rated for 130+ mph winds and 50+ psf snow loads |
| Monitoring, Fire & Safety | Centralized ECS (BACnet/Modbus-TCP), VESDA smoke detection, NOVEC 1230 / pre-action fire suppression, dual-zone CDU leak detection tape |
The CDM Lifecycle Approach
1. Plan & Design:
High-density capacity
planning and
modularization strategy.
2. Engineer & Build:
U.S. factory fabrication, full
integration, and rigorous
testing to UL 2755 and ISO
9001 standards.
3. Deploy & Commission:
Heavy rigging, mechanical/
electrical integration, and
Level 5 Commissioning.
4. Operate & Evolve:
Lifecycle support,
maintenance, and
hardware adaptability
Ideal Deployment Use Cases
Enterprise AI Adoption: The optimal starter block for enterprises deploying private AI infrastructure for model fine-tuning or heavy inference without overcommitting capital.
Colocation Expansion: Allows regional data center operators to instantly add high-density, liquid-cooled AI capacity without the need to retrofit legacy air-cooled halls.
Phased Campus Growth: Serves as the foundational "land-and-expand" block, allowing operators to scale power and IT perfectly in sync as compute demands grow.
Accelerate your compute roadmap without the delays, capital lock-in, or long timelines of traditional data center build cycles. From initial design to turnkey commissioning, CDM is the only partner you need to deliver your next AI data center—where you need it, and when you need it.
Schedule your free consultation with the Compu Dynamics Modular solutions team.