IEC 60320 C20 C13 Power Cords
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Length — 1 Foot
About IEC 60320 C20 C13 Power Cords
Confirming the c20 to c13 adapter cord can supply enough power for your application.
Since the C20 is generally used for 15-20 Amp scenarios and the C13 is rated only up to 15 Amperes of power, we follow suite to make a standardized wire gauge for this product series at 14awg that is respectively rated for 15 Amps. Our cables utilize copper-stranded conductors that are rigorously tested and comprised of the highest-grade metals and polymers to ensure a safe, durable and effective cable. The amount of power the cable can carry is based on the voltage your power distribution unit is supplying.
Variations of the C20 to c13 power cords.
We stock many variations of this adapter cable to fit most circumstances within the data center space. For our primary product line, we utilize 14awg-3c SJT and offer it in several lengths and colors. We also offer locking solutions for your specific PDU applications, for situations where a secure power connection is required.
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 101 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 C20
- 20 Amps
- 250 volts
On 101 of the cords here
The IEC 60320 C20 is a grounded 3 Wire Plug rated up to 250V and 20 Amps. The C20 mates with a C19 outlet, typically found on Data Center/IT specific PDUs (Power Distribution Unit). The most common configuration for a C20 is in a jumper cable scenario, providing power from a PDU to a blade server chassis, high powered server, large network router, or similar device.
Mates with IEC 60320 C19 Outlet
About IEC 60320 C20 C13 Power Cords
General Information about C20 to C13 Jumper Cords
IEC 60320 C20 to C13 Jumper Cords are used to connect a C19 outlet on a Power Distribution Unit (PDU) to a C14 inlet on a server, router, switch, etc. The standard gauge conductor for C20 to C13 cord sets is 14awg. C20 to C13 power cords are rated for a maximum of 15A because of the limitations of the C13 female. C20 to C13 power cord sets can be used in either 125V or 250V circuits.
C20 to C13 jumper cords come in a variety of colors to color code data center installations. Blue, Red, and Black cord sets are the most popular colors used in data centers, however, depending on the application more colors can be used to identify storage, compute, and networking racks or servers.
Locking C20 to C13 Jumper Cords
We offer two different types of locking C20 to C13 jumper cords, each of which should be used in different applications. The primary difference between the two styles is which end of the cord set is locking.
P-Lock Locking C20 C13
- Locks on the male end of the cable
- Only securely locks onto mating P-Lock outlets found on ServerTechnology, Raritan, and other PDUS.
- Features tabs on outside of the C20 body which lock into place on the PDU.
- Mostly used in data centers and IT installations
Data centers often choose locking cord sets to reduce the likelihood of equipment, especially mission critical equipment, from becoming accidentally disconnected. In normal applications, the design of the C20 plug and C19 outlet provides sufficient resistance to ensure disconnects do not occur easily. However, many factors in the data center can contribute to cords coming unplugged. The main causes of disconnects are vibration and human error, both of which are solved by using P-Lock jumper cords.
A-Lock Locking C20 C13
- Locking on the female (C13) end of the cord set
- Locks onto any C14 inlet by squeezing the ground pin
- Released by squeezing "buttons" on sides of body
Current rating
15 Amps
Voltage rating
250 volts
Plug (male end)
IEC 60320 C20
Connector (female end)
IEC 60320 C13
Certifications & compliance
- UL
- cUL
- RoHS
- REACH
- Every cord we build is hi-pot tested
- Same-day shipping by 2:30 PM ET
- NET 30/60/90 for approved accounts
- 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.