6ft C14 to NEMA 5-15R PDU Power Cord Adapter, 18 AWG SVT, 10A/125V, UL Listed, Black

6ft C14 to NEMA 5-15R Power Cord Adapter 18 AWG 10A/125V SVT UL, Black

The CableLeader PW105-12XX is an IEC 60320 C14 male to NEMA 5-15R female power cord adapter that converts a standard C14 outlet — the kind found on rack power distribution units (PDUs), uninterruptible power supplies (UPSes), and IT-grade power strips — into a familiar US three-prong wall socket. One end carries a three-pin C14 plug (20.8 × 28.9 mm, L/N/E configuration), and the opposite end exposes a NEMA 5-15R receptacle (27 × 36 mm face) that accepts any device fitted with a standard 5-15P plug. Between the two connectors runs 18 AWG SVT flexible cord, wired L-to-L, N-to-N, and E-to-E for a direct one-to-one passthrough.

Electrical performance is fixed by the conductor gauge and jacket rating. The 18 AWG (0.824 mm²) SVT cable carries 10 amps continuous at 125 volts AC, yielding a maximum safe load of 1,250 watts — the same ceiling that governs C13/C14 interfaces, so no derating is required when the cord is used downstream of an IEC power source. The SVT jacket is rated VW-1 flame retardant, 300 volts, and 75°C (UL) / 60°C (CSA). Outer diameter measures 6.3 mm, giving the cord the flexibility needed for tight cable management inside server racks, AV credenzas, and equipment enclosures.

Typical deployments center on rack-based IT environments. Data center technicians install this cord when a server cabinet's PDU provides C14 outlets but a particular load — a work lamp, a portable test instrument, a desktop switch with a wall-style plug, a consumer monitor, or a small UPS-powered appliance — carries a standard NEMA 5-15P connector. It also solves the common UPS mismatch in home offices, where a battery backup exposes C13/C14 outlets but the user wants to run a desk lamp, a printer, or a router from the battery side. Audio-video integrators, broadcast engineers, lab technicians, and MSP installers all reach for the same adapter when bridging IEC power distribution to wall-plug equipment.

Safety certifications cover both the cordage and the molded ends. UL Listing file E204978 applies to the SVT conductor, UL file E210037 covers the molded connectors, and CSA file 204790 certifies the assembly for Canadian installation codes. The RoHS 3 directive compliance ensures the assembly contains no restricted levels of lead, mercury, cadmium, hexavalent chromium, PBB, PBDE, or the four added phthalates (DEHP, BBP, DBP, DIBP). Each ground path is continuous from the C14 ground pin through the green conductor to the NEMA ground socket, preserving protective earth for downstream equipment.

Construction details favor durability over cost. The molded PVC overmold at each termination locks the terminal crimps and cable jacket into a single strain-relief body — there are no screws, no retention clips, and no exposed wire to fray during repeated deployment. The marking block on the C14 end is printed with the UL file number, SVT rating, voltage, temperature, and CSA flame-class data, so field engineers can audit the cord against local electrical code at a glance. Molded construction withstands repeated plug/unplug cycles without loosening terminal connections, making the cord suitable for frequently reconfigured rack environments.

Compatibility & Ordering Information — PW105-12XX is compatible with every standards-compliant IEC 60320 C14 outlet, including those on APC, Tripp Lite, Eaton, CyberPower, Vertiv, Raritan, and Schneider Electric PDUs, as well as C14-output UPS families from the same brands. The cord is available in multiple standard lengths to fit in-rack drops, rack-to-rack jumpers, and cross-room deployments; select the length option that matches your rack layout. Custom lengths, bulk packaging, and OEM assembly kitting are available on request — contact CableLeader for quotations, imprinted labels, or rack-kitting programs.

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 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.

Product Comparison: C14 to NEMA 5-15R vs C14 to C13 Jumper

Buyers shopping for a C14-to-something cord frequently cross-compare against the C14-to-C13 jumper, since both start from the same C14 outlet. The table below summarizes the decision:

Select PW105-12XX when the downstream device has a standard NEMA 5-15P plug.
Select the C14-to-C13 jumper when the downstream device has a native IEC inlet.