Can I connect NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to M.2 (M-key)?

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) and M.2 (M-key) are not directly compatible.

Do I need an adapter for NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to M.2 (M-key)?

No, NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) and M.2 (M-key) can be connected directly without an adapter.

Will connecting NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to M.2 (M-key) cause signal loss?

No significant signal degradation is expected when connecting NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to M.2 (M-key).

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) ↔ M.2 (M-key)

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) Power

M.2 (M-key) Unknown

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug)

Family Power

Form Factor 3-prong flat blade

Pin Count 3

Reversible No

M.2 (M-key)

Family Storage

Form Factor Card-edge socket

Pin Count 67

Reversible No

Notes

NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) to M.2 (M-key): Storage and power connectors serve different purposes, though some storage connectors (SATA) include power delivery pins. The NEMA 5-15P (US Plug) (Power) and M.2 (M-key) (Storage) are from different connector families.