IEC 60320 C14 C21 Power Cords
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About IEC 60320 C14 C21 Power Cords
Ensuring your device will have enough power with c13/c22 adapter cable.
This cable is designed and tailored to solve power demands for unique circumstances, however it is not a robust solution and should warrant some considerations. The C21 is a high temperature connector that is generally reserved for the largest IT equipment with the highest power draw. Since it is for High Temperature applications, and devices that emit a lot of heat tend to draw the most power, it is likely your device will require ALOT of power. The C14 is only rated for 15 Amperes vs. The 20 Amperes of the C20, so make sure your device does not require more than 15 Amperes of power before committing to this product line, instead of upgrading your power source.
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 C21
- 20 Amps
- 125/250V
On 4 of the cords here
The IEC 60320 C21 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 20 Amps. The C21 mates with a C22 or C20 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. The C21 is a HIGH TEMPERATURE version of the C19 connector, with a maximum pin temperature of 155°C instead of the standard 65°C ofa C19, and is typically used in high powered blade servers, large network routers, and other IT equipment that draws more power than a standard C13 can accommodate.
Mates with IEC 60320 C22 Inlet
Plug · IEC 60320
IEC 60320 C14
- 15 Amps
- 250 volts
On 4 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 IEC 60320 C14 C21 Power Cords
This cable is designed for very specific scenarios and its use cases are rather narrow. The connector is the “Heaviest-Duty” configuration for these IT applications and is reserved for the Highest Output devices that emit so much heat (upwards of 155 °C (311 °F)) that they require this inlet type to ensure safety. Customers will use this power cable to power one of these devices from a Standard PDU. While there are some occurrences where this is an adequate solution, it is likely your device will require more power than what is left on a standard PDU.
Current rating
15 Amps
Voltage rating
250 volts
Plug (male end)
IEC 60320 C14
Connector (female end)
IEC 60320 C21
Certifications & compliance
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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.
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- Can I get a custom length or color?
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