2ft C14 to NEMA 5-15R Power Cord Adapter 18 AWG 10A/125V SVT UL, Black

2ft C14 to NEMA 5-15R Power Cord Adapter 18 AWG 10A/125V SVT UL, Black

This 2ft C14 to NEMA 5-15R power cord adapter converts the IEC 320 C14 outlet on a rack PDU or UPS battery backup into a standard 3-prong North American receptacle, delivering 10A at 125V through 18 AWG stranded copper conductors. The compact 24-inch length keeps rack cabinets tidy by eliminating excess cable coil behind servers, network switches, and AV equipment, while still providing enough reach to power a neighboring device within the same rack unit.

The IEC 320 C14 plug is the male connector that mates with the C13 outlets commonly located on the rear panel of APC Smart-UPS, Tripp Lite SMART, CyberPower CP, Eaton 5P/9PX, and Vertiv Liebert rack UPS units. Its three flat blades deliver line, neutral, and ground through a rugged molded PVC 35P housing designed to resist vibration and accidental disconnection in dense rack environments where airflow and cable management are critical.

The NEMA 5-15R receptacle provides a standard North American three-prong 15A/125V outlet pattern, accepting any NEMA 5-15P plug — wall warts, laptop power bricks, desktop computer cords, monitor cables, and small household electronics — so non-IEC devices can draw conditioned or battery-backed power from the PDU. This eliminates the need to re-route fixed-position rack equipment to accommodate ad-hoc devices during maintenance windows or temporary deployments.

All three conductors are encased in a VW-1 flame-retardant SVT PVC jacket rated for 75 °C operation and tested to UL file numbers E210037 and E204978. Dual UL and CSA certification confirms the cord meets electrical codes across the United States and Canada, while RoHS compliance supports green procurement requirements in enterprise, healthcare, and educational contracts that restrict hazardous substances in the supply chain.

Stranded 18 AWG (0.824 mm²) copper provides the flexibility required for dense cabinet installations, letting the cord route cleanly around cable managers, patch panels, and PDU faceplates. The 2ft form factor minimizes clutter at the back of a rack while still reaching a connected device up to two rack units above or below the UPS. Typical workloads include notebook chargers, external hard drive docks, USB hubs, desk lamps, small appliances, and bench-top lab instruments that need to ride through brownouts and power events on UPS-protected circuits.

Compatibility & Ordering Information: This adapter cord is compatible with APC Smart-UPS SRT, SMT, and BR series; Tripp Lite SMART and SU series; CyberPower PR and OR series; Eaton 5P, 5PX, and 9PX; Vertiv Liebert PSI; and virtually any rack PDU or UPS that exposes a C13 outlet — including Cisco, Juniper, Dell EMC, HPE, and Supermicro chassis with removable IEC inlets. The PW105-12XX family is also available in 2ft, 3ft, 6ft, 10ft, and 15ft lengths. For installations that draw more than 10A continuous, specify the 14 AWG heavy-duty variant instead of this 18 AWG SVT cord.

FAQ

What is the difference between a C14 to NEMA 5-15R cord and a C14 to C13 PDU jumper?
A C14 to NEMA 5-15R cord ends in a standard 3-prong North American outlet, so any household or office device can plug into a UPS or PDU. A C14 to C13 jumper ends in an IEC C13 coupler and only connects to equipment that has a C14 inlet, such as servers, switches, and monitors with detachable IEC cords.

Is this cord compatible with an APC or Tripp Lite UPS?
Yes. The C14 plug fits any C13 outlet on APC Smart-UPS, Tripp Lite SMART series, CyberPower, Eaton 5P/9PX, and Vertiv Liebert rack UPS units. It is rated 10A at 125V, which matches the output specification of standard single-phase North American rack UPS models.

What gauge wire is this cord, and is 18 AWG enough for my device?
The cord uses 18 AWG (0.824 mm²) stranded copper conductors rated for 10 amps continuous at 125V, which handles up to roughly 1,250 watts. For devices that draw more than 10A — such as large space heaters or industrial test gear — choose a 14 AWG heavy-duty variant instead of this 18 AWG SVT cord.

How do I connect a PC or monitor to a UPS using this adapter?
Plug the C14 end into any open C13 outlet on the back of the UPS or PDU, then plug the existing 3-prong power cord from the PC, monitor, or charger into the NEMA 5-15R receptacle on the other end of the adapter. No tools, drivers, or configuration changes are required on the UPS.

Which C14 to NEMA 5-15R length is best for a rack installation?
A 2ft cord is best when the powered device sits one to two rack units above or below the UPS, providing enough slack for tidy routing without excess coil. Longer 3ft, 6ft, or 10ft versions suit bench-top workstations, AV racks, or cases where the device must sit several rack units away from the UPS.