IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) FireWire 800 (9-pin)

Compatibility check and signal path analysis

Adapter Required

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

Signal Path

IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf)

Family Power
Form Factor Cloverleaf 3-pin
Pin Count 3
Reversible No

FireWire 800 (9-pin)

Family Legacy Data
Form Factor Rectangular symmetric
Pin Count 9
Reversible No

Notes

IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) to FireWire 800 (9-pin): Power and legacy data connectors serve different purposes. The IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) (Power) and FireWire 800 (9-pin) (Legacy Data) are from different connector families.