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International IEC Plug Type B Power Cords | 5-15P Style International Power

7–20 Amps125–250 voltsPSERoHSJET

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About International IEC Plug Type B Power Cords

International type B power cords.

The IEC Type B Power Cables are found all around the globe from the United States to Guatemala to Japan. This plug type is grounded with a line and pin. The operating voltage and frequency will depend on the country, but the general configuration is the same. We offer type B power cord with approvals for international countries like Japan and Thailand with many lengths and connector configurations available.

Japanese power plug type B JIS8303

The power outlet use in Japan will be quite familiar to an American traveling, as they are the same. The Japanese power cables are approved by JET, while the United States uses UL but often the NEMA 5-15P plugs will fit into the Japanese JIS C 8303 receptacles. It is known that the Japanese JIS C 8303 standards are more stringent which results in a lower threshold and a higher quality. For this reason, a NEMA plug will fit into a JIS outlet. The Japan Electrical Safety & Environment Technology Laboratories (JET) is the safety agency that has been established to approve and supervise the manufacture and use of electrical goods in Japan. Japanese JIS C 8303 Standards is the blueprint and rule book for the design of the power plugs used in Japan. Subdivided by Class 1 and 2 or Type A and B for each respective type of plug.

Thailand TISI approval agency & TIS 166-2549 standards.

Goods like electrical components and power cords must be inspected, approved and bear the mark of the Thai Industrial Standards Institute to be sold on the Thai market. These standards apply to plugs and fixed socket-outlets for AC use only and not exceeding 250 Volts. Thailand TIS 166-2549 Standards have been developed in Thailand and are meant to replace Shuko plugs on imported equipment.

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The plugs and connectors in this collection

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

  • Japan JIS8303 3-Pin 5-15P plug

    Plug · International

    Japan JIS8303 3-Pin 5-15P

    • 15 Amps
    • 125 volts

    On 8 of the cords here (62%)

    The Japan JIS8303 3-Pin plug configuration is rated for 125VAC and 15 Amperes in Japan. The design is known as IEC Type B and is nearly identical to the United States version NEMA 5-15P, with the exception of having different global electrical approvals. This is the standard plug type in Japan for household power.

    Mates with JIS8303 3-Pin Outlet

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  • IEC 60320 C13 connector

    Connector · IEC 60320

    IEC 60320 C13

    • 15 Amps
    • 125/250V

    On 5 of the cords here (38%)

    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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  • IEC 60320 C19 connector

    Connector · IEC 60320

    IEC 60320 C19

    • 20 Amps
    • 125/250V

    On 4 of the cords here (31%)

    The IEC 60320 C19 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 20 Amps. The C19 mates with a 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 C19 is typically used in high powered blade server chassis, large network routers, and other IT equipment that draws more power than a standard C13 can accommodate.

    Mates with IEC 60320 C20 Inlet

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  • IEC 60320 C5 connector

    Connector · IEC 60320

    IEC 60320 C5

    • 10 Amps
    • 250 volts

    On 1 of the cords here (8%)

    The IEC 60320 C5 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 2.5 Amps Internationally or 125V and 10 Amps in North America. The C5 mates with a C6 inlet, and is commonly used for laptop power supplies, projectors, and some televisions. Being slightly smaller in size than the C13, the C5 can be a good choice for smaller appliances. This connector is sometimes referred to as a "Mickey Mouse" connector due to the shape of the connector looking similar to the kids television show character.

    Mates with IEC 60320 C6 Inlet

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  • IEC 60320 C7 connector

    Connector · IEC 60320

    IEC 60320 C7

    • 10 Amps
    • 125 volts

    On 1 of the cords here (8%)

    The IEC 60320 C7 is an ungrounded 2 Wire connector rated up to 250V and 2.5 Amps Internationally or 125V and 10 Amps in North America. The C7 mates with a C8 inlet, and is commonly used for laptop power supplies, video game consoles, televisions, and other double-insulated small appliances. This connector is sometimes referred to as a "Figure-8" or "Shotgun" connector due to it's shape. A variation of the C7 exists, sometimes referred to as a C7P or C7 Polarized, although it is not documented in the IEC 60320 standard. The C7P has one square side and one circular side so the connector only mates with the inlet using the correct pin configuration.

    Mates with IEC 60320 C8 Inlet

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  • IEC 60320 C15 connector

    Connector · IEC 60320

    IEC 60320 C15

    • 15 Amps
    • 125/250V

    On 1 of the cords here (8%)

    The IEC 320 C15 Power cable is used to power electrical devices that emit so much heat (intentionally or unintentionally) that they require a power connection that can withstand more than the 70 °C (158 °F) temperature rating of the standard C13. In combination with the C14 plug type, the use cases of this high-temperature cable are almost exclusively data center environments. This cable would most likely be found supplying a High-Powered Switch power from a rack-mounted PDU power supply source. If your equipment has a IEC320 C16 Inlet it should only be mated with the matching C15-Power Connector.

    Mates with IEC 60320 C16 Inlet

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About International IEC Plug Type B Power Cords | 5-15P Style International Power

The IEC Type B Power Cables are found all around the globe from the United States to Guatemala to Japan. This plug type is grounded with a line and pin. The operating voltage and frequency will depend on the country, but the general configuration is the same. We offer type B power cord with approvals for international countries like Japan and Thailand with many lengths and connector configurations available.

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Choosing the Right Type B Power Cord for Japan or Thailand

All 13 cords in this collection use the IEC Type B plug — the same two-blade-plus-ground-pin geometry as the North American NEMA 5-15P — built and approved specifically for markets outside North America.

Key selection criteria

  • Required approval: Japan requires PSE (mandatory) and optionally JET. All cords here carry PSE; select JET-marked cords when your customer or end-use application demands it.
  • Connector type: Choose C13 (15 A) for servers, switches and IT equipment with a C14 inlet; C19 (20 A) for high-draw blade servers or PDU connections; C5 or C7 for laptops and double-insulated appliances.
  • Current rating: Available in 7 A, 12 A, 15 A and 20 A. Match the cord rating to your equipment's nameplate current — never derate below the load.
  • Cordage: All cords use Japanese VCTF flexible cordage (0.75 mm² to 3.5 mm²), which meets JIS C 8303 requirements and is not interchangeable with North American SJT or SVT wire.
  • Length: In-stock options include 6 ft, 2.5 m and 10 ft. Custom lengths are available as made-to-order builds.

If you are sourcing for Thailand, confirm that the specific cord carries TISI approval in addition to PSE — see individual product pages for country-level certification details.

Current rating

7–20 Amps

Voltage rating

125–250 volts

Certifications & compliance

  • PSE
  • RoHS
  • JET
  • 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 an IEC Type B power cord and where is it used?
IEC Type B is a grounded plug configuration with two flat parallel blades and a round ground pin — the same physical shape as the North American NEMA 5-15P. It is the standard plug type in Japan and is also used in Thailand and parts of Central America. Because Japanese JIS C 8303 standards are more stringent than NEMA, a NEMA plug will fit a JIS outlet, but a JIS-approved cord carries a higher quality threshold and the required country approvals.
What approvals are required for power cords used in Japan?
Power cords sold or used in Japan must carry one or both of the following marks:PSE — the mandatory safety mark administered by Japan's Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI). All 13 cords in this collection carry PSE approval.JET — certification from the Japan Electrical Safety & Environment Technology Laboratories, an additional voluntary approval that confirms compliance with JIS C 8303 standards.All cords here also carry RoHS compliance for hazardous-substance restrictions.
What is the difference between a NEMA 5-15P and a Japan JIS8303 3-Pin plug?
The two plugs share the same physical blade geometry — two flat parallel blades plus a round ground pin — so a NEMA 5-15P will physically fit a JIS C 8303 outlet. The key differences are:Approvals: NEMA cords carry UL/CSA; JIS cords carry PSE and/or JET for Japan.Standards stringency: JIS C 8303 sets tighter tolerances, resulting in a lower leakage threshold and higher build quality.Cordage: Japanese cords use VCTF flexible cordage rated for the Japanese market rather than SJT or SVT.
Can these Type B cords be used outside Japan — for example in Thailand?
Yes. IEC Type B is used in several countries beyond Japan. The cords in this collection are built on the same plug geometry and are suitable for markets that accept the Type B configuration, including Thailand (subject to TISI / TIS 166-2549 approval requirements). Thailand requires goods to bear the Thai Industrial Standards Institute mark for AC use up to 250 V. Check individual product listings for the specific country approvals each cord carries before ordering for a non-Japan destination.