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.