Power Connectors Overview

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Welcome to show me cables. Today we’re going to be taking a look at power connectors. • The type of connections we’ll be going over are the IEC and NEMA standard connectors frequently found in data centers, offices, and home usage. • Let’s start with the IEC connectors. • IEC connectors refer to their connections as either an Outlet or an Inlet compared to the standard Male/Female or Plug/Jack. • It also uses a number system, in which the odd numbers are Outlets and the even numbers are Inlets. • For instance, the C5 connector is an outlet and the C6 is the same form factor, but is an Inlet. • C5 and C6 can commonly be found on laptop power supplies, portable projectors, and some desktop computers. • C7 and C8 can commonly be found on battery chargers, power supplies, video game consoles and some A/V equipment. These connectors are available in both a polarized and non-polarized version. The key difference being that the polarized connector will have one side squared off. • C13 and C14 can commonly be found on desktop computers, monitors, amplifiers, and printers. • C15 and C16 can be found on appliances that generate a lot of heat. It has a similar form factor to the C13/14 but with a small notch underneath the ground. They also feature a higher temperature rating, making them ideal for higher draw equipment. • C19 and C20 can be found on high power workstations and servers, power supplies, large network routers and power units. • Now let’s take a look at the NEMA connectors • 1-15 are the 2 pronged power connections found in many older wall outlets that have not been grounded. • 5-15 are the 3 pronged power connections found on wall outlets that have been grounded. • 5-20 Are similarly formed to the 5-15 but with an additional horizontal blade and are rated for slightly higher amperage. • For more information on our products, please contact our customer service department at 888-519-9505. • For all your cable and connector needs, choose Show Me Cables. • Connect with Us Online: • / showmecables • / showmecables https://www.showmecables.com/blog

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