Is IEC a 60320?
IEC 60320 Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes is a set of standards from the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) specifying non-locking connectors for connecting power supply cords to electrical appliances of voltage not exceeding 250 V (a.c.) and rated current not exceeding 16 A.
Are all IEC cables the same?
TECH TIPS – IEC CONNECTOR & CABLE GUIDE There are 12 IEC connectors by shape; each has a different name for the Male or Female side. For example C7 is male and C8 is female, but both have the same shape connector. Below you can find a list of the IEC connectors we supply, and a diagram of each.
What does IEC plug stand for?
the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC)
An IEC connector refers to a type of electronic cable that meet the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) standards.
What is the difference between a C13 and C14 plug?
C13 connectors offered by Interpower are rated at 10A/250VAC international and 15A/250VAC North America with a temperature rating of up to 70°C. C14 inlets are also rated at 10A/250VAC international and 15A/250VAC North America with a temperature rating of up to 70°C.
What is a kettle plug called?
A kettle lead is known as a UK mains lead, an IEC cable or a power lead. Some people call it a kettle lead as it is pretty much the same cable used to power an electric kettle!
What is a C13 plug?
These high quality 3-pin IEC mains power cords are suitable for many types of desktop computers / electrical appliances and are sometimes colloquially referred to as “Kettle leads”.
Are all kettle plugs the same?
Technically there is a difference between the IEC connector commonly used to power most AV and electrical devices (the IEC type 13) and the true connector used to power a high temperature kettle (which is in fact an IEC type 15).
Can you plug C15 to C13?
One of the most apparent differences between the two connectors is the notch on C15 connector. Although C15 looks quite similar to C13, it has a little groove opposite the earth. The IEC-C15 connectors also work in the C14 outlets. But the IEC-C13 connectors do not fit in the C16 inlets.
What is an IEC 60320 power inlet?
The IEC 60320 AC power inlet is the most commonly used means of connecting a detachable cord set to electrical or electronic equipment. By designing an IEC 60320 power inlet into a product, the manufacturer can attach a cord set (e.g. a country-specific plug on one end and an IEC connector on the other end) just prior to shipment.
What is a 60320 C14 plug?
IEC 60320 C14 Plug (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.
What is the difference between the IEC 60320 C15 and the C16?
The C16 is rated for 120 degrees celcius vs. 70 degree celcius rating of the C14. The IEC 60320 C15 is a grounded 3 Wire connector rated up to 250V & 10 Amps Internationally or 125V/250V & 15 Amps in North America.
What is the difference between IEC 320 and IEC 60309 connectors?
Unlike IEC 60309 connectors, they are not coded for voltage; users must ensure that the voltage rating of the equipment is compatible with the mains supply . The first edition of IEC 320 (later renumbered IEC 60320) was published in 1970.