Can I connect IEC C13/C14 to U.2 (SFF-8639)?

IEC C13/C14 and U.2 (SFF-8639) are not directly compatible.

Do I need an adapter for IEC C13/C14 to U.2 (SFF-8639)?

No, IEC C13/C14 and U.2 (SFF-8639) can be connected directly without an adapter.

Will connecting IEC C13/C14 to U.2 (SFF-8639) cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting IEC C13/C14 to U.2 (SFF-8639).

IEC C13/C14 ↔ U.2 (SFF-8639)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

These connectors are not directly compatible. An adapter or converter cable is needed.

Signal Path

IEC C13/C14 Power

U.2 (SFF-8639) Unknown

IEC C13/C14

Family Power

Form Factor Trapezoidal 3-pin

Pin Count 3

Reversible No

U.2 (SFF-8639)

Family Storage

Form Factor Dual-port wide

Pin Count 68

Reversible No

Notes

IEC C13/C14 to U.2 (SFF-8639): Storage and power connectors serve different purposes, though some storage connectors (SATA) include power delivery pins. The IEC C13/C14 (Power) and U.2 (SFF-8639) (Storage) are from different connector families.