Can I connect IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) to PS/2?

IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) and PS/2 are not directly compatible.

Do I need an adapter for IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) to PS/2?

No, IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) and PS/2 can be connected directly without an adapter.

Will connecting IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) to PS/2 cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) to PS/2.

IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) ↔ PS/2

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) Power

PS/2 Unknown

IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf)

Family Power

Form Factor Cloverleaf 3-pin

Pin Count 3

Reversible No

PS/2

Family Legacy Data

Form Factor Circular mini-DIN

Pin Count 6

Reversible No

Notes

IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) to PS/2: Power and legacy data connectors serve different purposes. The IEC C5/C6 (Cloverleaf) (Power) and PS/2 (Legacy Data) are from different connector families.