Standard IEC320 C14 to IEC320 C13 15A 250V
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About Standard IEC320 C14 to IEC320 C13 15A 250V
15A IEC 60320 C14 to C13 Jumper Cords are the "Heavy Duty" version of the 10A C14-C13. With thicker 14AWG cordage, it can handle currents up to 15A. The standard Rack Mount PDU has C13 outlets, which mate with the C14 plug on this jumper cord. Most servers, routers, switches, etc have C14 inlets on the PSU's (Power Supply Units) which mate with the C13 female connector on this jumper cord. Coming in a variety of colors, data centers typically choose a RED power cord for the primary power supply and a BLUE Power cord for the secondary power supply. This allows for easy identification of the primary and secondary power sources and reduces server downtime by decreasing accidental power failure. We offer Black, Blue, Gray, Green, Orange, Pink, Purple, Red, White, and Yellow colors to suite your specific color code. We stock several standard lengths ranging from 1' to 20'. Standard wire gauge is 14AWG.
For other cordages, ampere ratings, angles, and colors, please see our main C14 to C13 Power Cords page.
The plugs and connectors in this collection
What each end is, what it mates with, and where to find every cord built on it.
Connector · IEC 60320
IEC 60320 C13
- 15 Amps
- 125/250V
On 134 of the cords here
The IEC 60320 C13 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 15 Amps. The C13 mates with a C14 inlet, and is commonly used in a jumper cable scenario in IT Installations providing power from a PDU to a server, router, switch or other computing device. Most people know the C13 as 'the thing that plugs into my computer' because it is the standard connector used to power most desktop computers. In a desktop computer application, the most common cable is the NEMA 5-15P to C13, which connects your standard North American wall outlet to a desktop computer.
Mates with IEC 60320 C14 Inlet
Plug · IEC 60320
IEC 60320 C14
- 15 Amps
- 250 volts
On 134 of the cords here
The IEC 60320 C14 is a grounded 3 Wire Plug rated up to 250V and 15 Amps. The C14 mates with a C13 outlet, typically found on Data Center/IT specific PDUs (Power Distribution Unit). The most common configuration for a C14 is in a jumper cable scenario, providing power from a PDU to IT Equipment.
Mates with IEC 60320 C13 Outlet
About Standard IEC320 C14 to IEC320 C13 15A 250V
IEC 60320 C13 CONNECTOR (FEMALE)
The IEC 60320 C13 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 15 Amps. The C13 mates with a C14 inlet, and is commonly used in a jumper cable scenario in IT Installations providing power from a PDU to a server, router, switch or other computing devices. Most people know the C13 as 'the thing that plugs into my computer' because it is the standard connector used to power most desktop computers. In a desktop computer application, the most common cable is the NEMA 5-15P to C13, which connects your standard North American wall outlet to a desktop computer. The C13 is commonly found with 18awg, 3c SJT cordage, 16awg-3c SJT cordage, or 14awg-3c SJT cordage.
IEC 60320 C14 CONNECTOR (MALE)
The IEC 60320 C14 is a grounded 3 Wire Plug rated up to 250V and 15 Amps. The C14 mates with a C13 outlet, typically found on Data Center/IT specific PDUs (Power Distribution Unit). The most common configuration for a C14 is in a jumper cable scenario, providing power from a PDU to IT Equipment. The C14 is commonly found with 18awg, 3c SJT cordage, 16awg-3c SJT cordage, or 14awg-3c SJT cordage.
Why use 15A C14 to C13 Power Cables?
15A C14 to C13 power cables are commonly used in Data Centers that utilize equipment with power needs that surpass what the 10A or 13A version of this cable can provide. Common types of equipment that utilize 15A cables are Servers, Routers, Switches, and Firewalls.
What are the primary uses for C14 to C13 power cables?
C14 to C13 power cables are the standard power cable used in the data center for distributing power inside of the rack. Typically, each rack is configured with 2 Power Distribution Units (PDUs) fed from two different power sources for redundancy. Each PDU will have C14 outlets, allowing you to plug the C14 end of this cable into the PDU, and, the C13 end of this cable into the Power Supply Unit (PSU) on the server.
| (1) Rack Mount PDU | Rack Mounted PDUs are the standard way to distribute power to many devices in a rack. WoCo C14 C13 power cables mate perfectly will all brands of PDU including APC, Raritan, Server Technology and more. |
| (2) C14 Plug (Male) | The C14 plug on this power cable will mate with any C13 Outlet. The standard C14 does not feature a locking mechanism. |
| (3) C13 Connector (Female) | The C13 connector will mate with a matching C14 inlet, typically found on servers, routers, switches, and your standard desktop computer. |
| (4) Server, Router, Switch, Computer, Equipment | Many small appliances use a C14 inlet to provide power to the PSU (Power Supply Unit). Our C13 connectors will mate with any C14 inlet on your small appliance. |
These are not only found in the data center however, they can also be used as an extension cable, typically to extend the length of a NEMA 5-15P (standard North American wall outlet plug) to C13 cable. The C13 plug on this cable fits into the C13 connector of the original cable, making the cable longer.
General Information about C14 to C13 15A 14awg Power Cord Sets
Our 15A C14 to C13 power cord sets feature 14awg conductors inside a robust SJT outer jacket. 14awg C14 to C13 Cord Sets are the heaviest duty, highest amperage C14-C13 configuration available due to the max rating of both the C14 male plug and C13 female connector being 15A.
14awg C14-C13 power cords are recommended if you are unsure of how much current you device uses, or, if you are simply looking for the heaviest duty power cord. 15A C14 C13 power cords are not recommended for use in high density data centers that do not require 15A due to the size of the conductors significantly increase the Outer Diameter (OD) of the cordage, therefore reducing airflow inside of the cabinet.
World Cord Sets offers C14-C13 14awg power cords in multiple colors, lengths, and angles to ensure we stock the perfect cord set for your use. If you have a question or need help finding the correct cord, please don't hesitate to call us at (860) 763-2100 or email sales@worldcordsets.com,
Typical Applications of 15A C14 to C13 Power Cords
C14-C13 power cords are used for two primary functions.
Data Centers
In Data Centers, these cord sets, also referred to as "jumper cords" are used to connect a Power Distribution Unit to a Server, Router, Switch, or other IT device. Typically the PDU is mounted vertically on the side of the rack to provide outlets as close as possible to each unit. For this reason, the most common lengths found at 3FT and 6FT.
In Data Centers with redundant and separate circuits, color coded 15A power cords to easily identify which circuit the cord set (and therefore the device that it is attached to) is a part of to each troubleshoot disconnections and power path issues.
Current rating
15 Amps
Voltage rating
250 volts
Plug (male end)
IEC 60320 C14
Connector (female end)
IEC 60320 C13
Certifications & compliance
- UL
- cUL
- RoHS
- REACH
- Every cord we build is hi-pot tested
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- In-house engineering and compliance support
Frequently asked questions
- What certifications do these power cords carry?
- UL and cUL-listed cord sets across the catalog, with 30+ international approval marks (VDE, ENEC, PSE, SAA, CCC, KC and more) on country-specific cords. The approvals each part carries are listed on its product page; documentation is available from sales.
- Do you require a minimum order quantity?
- No. We sell from 1 cord to 100,000. Volume discounts apply automatically at quantity breaks — you'll see pricing tiers on every product page.
- Can I get a custom length or color?
- Yes. Custom lengths and non-standard colors are hand-terminated in our Connecticut shop — typically 3–4 business days from in-stock components. Call (860) 763-2100 or submit a quote request with your specs.
- How fast does this ship?
- In-stock orders placed by 2:30 PM ET ship the same day via FedEx or UPS. All standard configurations are stocked in East Windsor, CT.