2ft NEMA 5-15P to IEC C13 Computer Power Cord, 18 AWG SJT, 10A/125V, UL Listed, Blue

The PW130-12XX is a NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13 power cord built for desktop computers, monitors, printers, and other standard 125V equipment that uses a C13 inlet. It carries a 10A / 125V rating through 18 AWG stranded copper conductors in an SJT jacket, and ships in red, blue, and green so technicians can color-code circuits, A/B power feeds, and equipment groups at a glance.

The NEMA 5-15P plug is the standard North American three-prong, grounded male connector found on virtually every 120V wall outlet and power strip. Its line, neutral, and ground blades deliver up to 10 amps continuously, making it the default supply-side connector for office, lab, and AV equipment that draws power from a standard 5-15R receptacle without adapters.

On the device end, the IEC 60320 C13 receptacle mates with the C14 inlet built into desktop PC power supplies, monitors, laser printers, PoE switches, and many UPS and PDU outlets. The C13 is rated 10A and should not be confused with the smaller C7 figure-8 used on audio gear or the C5 cloverleaf used on laptops — three connectors that look similar but are not interchangeable. Confirming the inlet type before ordering prevents the most common buying mistake with IEC power cords.

Every conductor set is UL Listed (E210037, E204978), cUL, and CSA certified to file 204790, with the SJT cable rated VW-1 flame retardant at 105°C and 300V. All materials comply with the RoHS directive. The molded PVC plug and connector bodies seal each termination for strain relief and consistent contact across repeated insertion cycles in office and rack environments. At 7.8 mm jacket diameter the cord stays flexible enough to route through rack cable arms and tight equipment channels without stressing the terminations.

The 18 AWG bare copper conductors support roughly 1,250 watts at 125V, enough for desktop towers, dual-monitor setups, network switches, and benchtop instruments. Red, blue, and green jackets let data centers, AV rooms, and studios separate primary and redundant feeds or tag equipment by function, reducing the chance of pulling the wrong cord during scheduled maintenance and equipment moves.

The blue jacket provides easy visual identification in multi-cord rack environments, distinguishing these cords from standard black power cables at a glance.

This cord fits any device with a standard C14 inlet, including ATX computer power supplies, most desktop monitors, laser printers, managed switches, and UPS or PDU output sockets — confirm your equipment uses a C13 inlet rather than a C7 or C5 before ordering. For higher-current workstations or redundant server supplies, the matching 14 AWG cord raises the rating to 15A on the same NEMA 5-15P to C13 footprint. The PW130-12XX family is stocked in 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, 8, and 10 ft lengths, each available in red, blue, or green.

Product Comparison: NEMA 5-15P to C13 vs NEMA 5-15P to C5

Both cords use the same NEMA 5-15P wall plug, so they look almost identical until you reach the device end. The C13 and the C5 (cloverleaf) inlets are not interchangeable and carry very different current ratings. Use the table below to confirm which device-end connector your equipment actually has before ordering.

Choose the NEMA 5-15P to C13 cord when your device has a rectangular C14 inlet — the standard on desktop computers, monitors, and printers.
Choose the NEMA 5-15P to C5 cord when your device has the rounded 3-leaf cloverleaf inlet, common on laptop power adapters and small electronics.

FAQ

What is the difference between a C13, a C7, and a C5 power cord?

A C13 is a 10A three-conductor connector for computers, monitors, and servers; a C7 (figure-8) is a 2.5A two-conductor connector for audio gear and small electronics; a C5 (cloverleaf) is a 2.5A three-conductor connector for laptops. They look similar but the inlets differ, so a C13 cord only fits devices with a C14 inlet.

Is this cord compatible with my monitor or printer?

It fits any monitor, printer, or device that has a standard IEC C14 power inlet. Most desktop monitors, laser printers, and PC power supplies use C14, but some thin monitors and laptops use an external DC adapter or a C5/C7 inlet instead — check for the three-pin C14 socket on your device before ordering.

What gauge and rating do I need for a desktop computer or monitor?

18 AWG rated 10A / 125V is sufficient for desktop PCs, monitors, printers, and most office equipment, covering loads up to about 1,250 watts. Choose a heavier 14 AWG cord only for high-draw equipment on dedicated 15A circuits, such as workstations or servers with redundant power supplies.

How do I connect this power cord?

Plug the NEMA 5-15P end into any standard 120V wall outlet or power strip, and push the C13 end onto the C14 inlet of your equipment until seated. Line, neutral, and ground are wired one-to-one, so no configuration, adapters, or tools are required.

Which color should I choose — red, blue, or green?

Choose any color for a single cord; the conductors and rating are identical. Use different colors to identify circuits in a rack — for example, red for the A feed and blue for the B feed in a dual-power setup, or green to tag a specific equipment group — which makes maintenance and troubleshooting faster.