IEC C13 Power Cord (US)

Standard US power cord (NEMA 5-15P to IEC C13) for computers, monitors, and networking equipment. 3-prong grounded, 10A/125V.

An IEC C13 power cord links a grounded North American wall outlet to the C14 inlet found on desktop computers, monitors, and networking equipment. The US variant pairs a NEMA 5-15P three-prong plug with the IEC 60320 C13 connector, rated for 10 amperes at 125 volts, roughly 1250 watts. Its shape is one of the most recognizable in computing, interchangeable across countless devices that share the C14 inlet. Grounding through the third pin protects both equipment and operator against fault currents. A 2-meter length reaches most under-desk outlets. As a commodity item, it ranks among the least expensive cables in any inventory, typically $3 to $8.

Specifications

Connector A NEMA 5-15P (US Plug)
Connector B IEC C13/C14
Max Speed
Power Delivery 1250W
Max Length 2.0m
Active Cable No
Price Range $$3-8
Power Delivery 1250W

Typical Use Cases

desktop PC
monitor
printer