NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) 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

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug)

Family Power
Form Factor 3-prong flat blade
Pin Count 3
Reversible No

FireWire 800 (9-pin)

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

Notes

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to FireWire 800 (9-pin): Power and legacy data connectors serve different purposes. The NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) (Power) and FireWire 800 (9-pin) (Legacy Data) are from different connector families.