IEC / DATA CENTER POWER CORDS

An IEC power cord is a cord set that uses IEC 60320 connector standards to connect equipment to a power source or another piece of equipment. IEC cords are commonly used with servers, computers, monitors, PDUs, networking hardware, appliances and other electronic devices.

IEC data center power cords are used to connect servers, PDUs, switches, monitors, rack-mounted equipment and other technical hardware. They are popular in data centers because they are available in many connector pairings, ratings, colors and lengths.

C13 is a cord connector that mates with a C14 equipment inlet. On a common C14 to C13 cord, the C14 plug connects to a compatible C13 outlet on a PDU, and the C13 connector connects to the equipment's C14 inlet.

C13 and C15 connectors are similar, but the C15 is keyed for hot-condition applications and mates with a compatible C16 inlet. Choose between them based on the equipment inlet and the required electrical and temperature ratings.

Use a C20 to C19 power cord when the source outlet, equipment inlet, and equipment specifications require that configuration. THese cords are commonly used for servers, PDUs, and rack-mounted equipment, but the permitted current depends on the complete cord sontruction, souce connection, approvals, and country of use.

No. IEC power cords differ by connector type, rating, length, wire gauge, jacket, color, locking function and country approval. Always match the cord to the equipment requirement, not just the connector shape.

Ratings can differ because products are evaluated under different regional standards and certifications. The complete cord rating also depends on the plug, connector, wire gauge, jacket, temperature rating, and applicable approvals. For instance a C20 inlet or plug is rated for 20 amps at 250 volts in North America under UL/CSA standards, but it is rated for only 16 amps at 250 volts across the rest of the world under international IEC guidelines.

A locking IEC power cord is useful when accidental disconnection could cause downtime, data loss, interrupted operations or maintenance issues. Locking cords are often chosen for data centers, server racks, network equipment and other mission-critical setups.

IEC cords come in different colors to help teams organize and identify power paths. In data centers and server rooms, colored cords can help separate A/B feeds, equipment groups, racks, phases or priority systems.

Yes. IEC power cords are commonly used by OEMs, wholesalers, IT buyers and facilities teams that need repeatable supply, consistent specifications and larger quantities.

Before ordering, confirm the source outlet, source-end plug, equipment inlet, equipment-end connector, voltage, current, temperature rating, wire gauge, jacket, cord length, locking compatability, and required regional approvals.