The Cable Leader 2ft IEC C13 to C14 power extension cord adds reach to the power connection between a PDU, UPS, or server power supply and your equipment. One end is a male IEC 60320 C14 inlet plug; the other is a female C13 socket - the same C13/C14 pairing used throughout server racks and data centers - so it extends an existing power cord without any adapter.
Built with 18 AWG, 3-conductor copper wire and an SJT jacket, it is rated 10A / 250V (105C, 300V cable rating) to handle the loads and heat of rack and cabinet environments. Fully molded C13 and C14 connectors with integrated strain relief stay seated under vibration and weight, and the grounded 3-wire design keeps your gear protected.
Color-coded green jacket helps you organize circuits, phases or zones in a busy rack at a glance. Use it for rack-mount PDUs, UPS systems, server and storage power supplies, network switches, and AV/IT racks.
C13 vs C14 - quick guide:
- C14 = the 3-pin male inlet on PDUs and equipment power supplies
- C13 = the female socket that plugs onto a C14 inlet
- This cord is C14 (plug) to C13 (socket), so it extends a device's existing C13 cord or reaches a PDU outlet.
Wire gauge guide:
- 18 AWG (this cord): up to 10A - servers, switches, general rack gear
- 16 AWG: up to 13A
- 14 AWG: up to 15A - high-density racks
- 12 AWG: up to 20A - industrial / 250V
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the difference between C13 and C14?
A: C14 is the male inlet on PDUs and power supplies; C13 is the female socket that connects to it. This cord goes C14 (plug) to C13 (socket) to extend or jumper power in a rack.
Q: Is this a PDU / server power cord?
A: Yes - it is the standard C13/C14 jumper used to connect servers, switches and UPS units to rack-mount PDUs.
Q: What is it rated for?
A: 18 AWG, 10A / 250V, SJT jacket, grounded 3-conductor, 105C / 300V cable rating.
Q: Is it safe and certified?
A: Yes - UL Listed and CSA certified (file E210037) and RoHS compliant.
Q: Do you offer other lengths or colors?
A: Yes - 2 to 10 ft in blue, green, red, white and yellow, plus 16/14/12 AWG for higher-current racks.