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Black Adapter NEMA 5-20P to NEMA L5-30R 20A 125V

15 Amps125 voltsNEMA 5-20P UP ANGLEC13ULcULRoHSREACH

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About Black Adapter NEMA 5-20P to NEMA L5-30R 20A 125V

The NEMA 5-20P (Up Angle) to IEC 60320 C13 power cords are commonly used in IT settings to connect a standard NEMA 5-15/5-20R wall outlet to a variety of IT equipment with a C14 inlet. Although the NEMA 5-20P is designed for 20 Amp applications, due to the limitation of the C13 rating this cord set is listed for 125V and 15A. The standard color is black, and the cordage is 14/3 SJT

The plugs and connectors in this collection

What each end is, what it mates with, and where to find every cord built on it.

  • IEC 60320 C13 connector

    Connector · IEC 60320

    IEC 60320 C13

    • 15 Amps
    • 125/250V

    On 6 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

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  • NEMA 5-20P UP ANGLE plug

    Plug · NEMA

    NEMA 5-20P UP ANGLE

    • 20 Amps
    • 125 volts

    On 6 of the cords here

    The NEMA 5-20P is a 3 Wire grounded plug featuring two blades and one ground pin rated up to 125V AC and 20 Amps. The NEMA 5-20P is used in applications that require higher power draw such as large refrigerators, space heaters, large kitchen mixers, etc. The cord feeds into the plug head in the direction of the ground pin, giving this a low profile when connecting to a wall outlet. This product is commonly used in applications with small space requirements.

    Mates with NEMA 5-20R Outlet

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About Black Adapter NEMA 5-20P to NEMA L5-30R 20A 125V

The NEMA 5-20P (Up Angle) to IEC 60320 C13 power cords are commonly used in IT settings to connect a standard NEMA 5-15/5-20R wall outlet to a variety of IT equipment with a C14 inlet. Although the NEMA 5-20P is designed for 20 Amp applications, due to the limitation of the C13 rating this cord set is listed for 125V and 15A. The standard color is black, and the cordage is 14/3 SJT

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What Is a NEMA 5-20P Up-Angle to C13 Power Cord Used For?

A NEMA 5-20P up-angle to IEC 60320 C13 power cord connects a 20A-rated 125V wall outlet to IT equipment with a C14 inlet — servers, rack-mount switches, routers, and PDU-fed devices. The up-angle plug head exits parallel to the wall surface, reducing the depth the cord projects from the outlet. This makes it the preferred choice in tight spaces such as under-desk UPS units, wall-mounted network closets, and shallow equipment racks.

  • NEMA 5-20P plug: 20A, 125V, 3-wire grounded; fits any NEMA 5-20R or 5-15/20R combination outlet.
  • IEC 60320 C13 connector: 15A, up to 250V; mates with the C14 inlet found on most rack servers, KVM switches, and PDUs.
  • 14 AWG SJT cordage: rated for the full 15A load the C13 connector allows.
  • UL and cUL listed: meets North American safety requirements for commercial and data-center installations.

All six configurations in this collection are stocked in East Windsor, CT and ship the same day on orders placed by 2:30 PM ET. Custom lengths and bulk quantities are available — contact our engineering team for BOM support.

Current rating

15 Amps

Voltage rating

125 volts

Plug (male end)

NEMA 5-20P UP ANGLE

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 is the difference between a NEMA 5-20P and a NEMA 5-15P plug?
The NEMA 5-20P is rated for 20A at 125V and has one horizontal blade, allowing it to fit 20A (5-20R) outlets and combination 15/20A outlets. The NEMA 5-15P is rated for 15A and has two vertical blades; it fits standard 15A outlets only. For IT equipment on a 20A circuit, the 5-20P plug is the correct choice and provides headroom for higher-draw devices.
What does the IEC 60320 C13 connector mate with?
The IEC 60320 C13 connector mates with a C14 inlet, which is the recessed socket found on most rack servers, PDUs, KVM switches, routers, and other IT equipment. The C13 is rated for up to 15A and 250V. It is the most common power connector in data-center and IT environments.
Can a NEMA 5-20P cord be plugged into a standard 15A wall outlet?
The NEMA 5-20P plug will fit a NEMA 5-15/20R combination outlet (the type with one T-shaped slot), which is common in commercial buildings and data centers. It will not fit a standard residential NEMA 5-15R outlet because the horizontal blade cannot enter a straight slot. Always verify your outlet type before ordering.
Why choose an up-angle plug over a straight NEMA 5-20P plug?
An up-angle plug routes the cord parallel to the wall rather than straight out, which reduces the clearance needed behind equipment. This is especially useful in shallow wall-mount enclosures, under-desk UPS installations, and anywhere rack depth is limited. The low-profile exit also reduces strain on the outlet and plug body over time.