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For other uses, see <a href="/wiki/IEC_connector_(disambiguation)" class="mw-redirect" title="IEC connector (disambiguation)">IEC connector (disambiguation)</a>.</div> <p class="mw-empty-elt"> </p> <figure class="mw-default-size" typeof="mw:File/Thumb"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_plugs.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0c/IEC_60320_plugs.jpg/220px-IEC_60320_plugs.jpg" decoding="async" width="220" height="154" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0c/IEC_60320_plugs.jpg/330px-IEC_60320_plugs.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0c/IEC_60320_plugs.jpg/440px-IEC_60320_plugs.jpg 2x" data-file-width="569" data-file-height="398" /></a><figcaption>A variety of different kinds of IEC 60320 plugs and sockets</figcaption></figure> <p><b>IEC 60320 Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes</b><sup id="cite_ref-IEC_60320-1_1-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-IEC_60320-1-1"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>1<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> is a set of standards from the <a href="/wiki/International_Electrotechnical_Commission" title="International Electrotechnical Commission">International Electrotechnical Commission</a> (IEC) specifying non-locking connectors for connecting <a href="/wiki/Power_supply_cord" class="mw-redirect" title="Power supply cord">power supply cords</a> to <a href="/wiki/Electrical_appliance" class="mw-redirect" title="Electrical appliance">electrical appliances</a> of voltage not exceeding 250 V (a.c.) and rated current not exceeding 16 A.<sup id="cite_ref-IEC_60320-1_1-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-IEC_60320-1-1"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>1<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Different types of connector (distinguished by shape and size) are specified for different combinations of current, temperature and <a href="/wiki/Ground_(electricity)" title="Ground (electricity)">earthing</a> requirements. Unlike <a href="/wiki/IEC_60309" title="IEC 60309">IEC 60309</a> connectors, they are not coded for voltage; users must ensure that the voltage rating of the equipment is compatible with the <a href="/wiki/Mains_supply" class="mw-redirect" title="Mains supply">mains supply</a>. The standard uses the term <i>coupler</i> to encompass connectors on power cords and power inlets and outlets built into appliances. </p><p>The first edition of <b>IEC 320</b> was published in 1970<sup id="cite_ref-2" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-2"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>2<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> and was renumbered to 60320 in 1994.<sup id="cite_ref-3" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-3"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>3<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <meta property="mw:PageProp/toc" /> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Terminology">Terminology</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=1" title="Edit section: Terminology"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <figure class="mw-default-size" typeof="mw:File/Thumb"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/17/IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg/220px-IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg" decoding="async" width="220" height="147" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/17/IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg/330px-IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/17/IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg/440px-IEC_60320_C5_connector.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1944" data-file-height="1296" /></a><figcaption>IEC 60320 C5 connector</figcaption></figure> <p><i>Appliance couplers</i> enable the use of standard inlets and country-specific cord sets which allow manufacturers to produce the same appliance for many markets, where only the cord set has to be changed for a particular market. <i>Interconnection couplers</i> allow a power supply from a piece of equipment or an appliance to be made available to other equipment or appliances. Couplers described under these standards have standardized current and temperature ratings.<sup id="cite_ref-IEC_60320-1_1-2" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-IEC_60320-1-1"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>1<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p><p>The parts of the couplers are defined in the standard as follows. </p> <ul><li><i>Connector</i>: "part of the appliance coupler integral with, or intended to be attached to, one cord connected to the supply".</li> <li><i>Appliance inlet</i>: "part of the appliance coupler integrated as a part of an appliance or incorporated as a separate part in the appliance or equipment or intended to be fixed to it".</li> <li><i>Plug connector</i>: "part of the interconnection coupler integral with or intended to be attached to one cord".</li> <li><i>Appliance outlet</i>: "part of the interconnection coupler which is the part integrated or incorporated in the appliance or equipment or intended to be fixed to it and from which the supply is obtained".</li> <li><i>Cord set</i>: "assembly consisting of one cable or cord fitted with one non-rewirable plug and one non-rewirable connector, intended for the connection of an electrical appliance or equipment to the electrical supply".</li> <li><i>Interconnection cord set</i>: "assembly consisting of one cable or cord fitted with one non-rewirable plug connector and one non-rewirable connector, intended for the interconnection between two electrical appliances".</li></ul> <p>Non-rewirable plugs and connectors are typically permanently molded onto cords and cannot be removed or rewired without cutting the cords. </p><p>The standard uses the terms <a href="/wiki/Gender_of_connectors_and_fasteners" title="Gender of connectors and fasteners">"male" and "female"</a> only for individual pins and socket contacts, but in general usage they are also applied to the complete plugs and connectors. "Connectors" and "appliance outlets" are fitted with socket contacts, and "appliance inlets" and "plug connectors" are fitted with pin contacts. </p><p>Each type of coupler is identified by a standard sheet number.<sup id="cite_ref-IEC_60320-3_4-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-IEC_60320-3-4"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>4<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> For appliance couplers this consists of the letter "C" followed by a number, where the standard sheet for the appliance inlet is 1 higher than the sheet for the corresponding cable connector. Many types of coupler also have common names. The most common ones are "IEC connector" for the common C13 and C14, the "figure-8 connector" for C7 and C8, and "cloverleaf connector" or "Mickey Mouse connector" for the C5/C6. "Kettle plug" (often "jug plug" in <a href="/wiki/Australian_English" title="Australian English">Australian</a> or <a href="/wiki/New_Zealand_English" title="New Zealand English">New Zealand English</a>) is a colloquial term used for the high-temperature C16 appliance inlet (and sometimes for C15 connector that the plug goes into). “Kettle/jug plug” is also informally used to refer to regular temperature-rated C13 and C14 connectors. (A high-temperature-rated cord with a C15 connector can be used to power a computer with a C14 plug, but a cord with a low-temperature C13 connector will not fit a high-temperature appliance that has a C16 plug.) </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Application">Application</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=2" title="Edit section: Application"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Detachable appliance couplers are used in <a href="/wiki/Office_equipment" class="mw-redirect" title="Office equipment">office equipment</a>, <a href="/wiki/Measuring_instrument" class="mw-redirect" title="Measuring instrument">measuring instruments</a>, <a href="/wiki/Information_technology" title="Information technology">IT</a> environments, and <a href="/wiki/Medical_device" title="Medical device">medical devices</a>, among many types of equipment for worldwide distribution. Each appliance's <a href="/wiki/Power_system" class="mw-redirect" title="Power system">power system</a> must be adapted to the different plugs used in different regions. An appliance with a permanently-attached plug for use in one country cannot be readily sold in another which uses an incompatible wall socket; this requires keeping track of variations throughout the product's life cycle from assembly and testing to shipping and repairs. </p><p>Instead, a country-specific power supply cord can be included in the product <a href="/wiki/Packaging" title="Packaging">packaging</a>, so that model variations are minimized and factory testing is simplified. A cord which is fitted with non-rewireable (usually moulded) connectors at both ends is termed a <i>cord set</i>. Appliance manufacturing may be simplified by mounting an appliance coupler directly on the <a href="/wiki/Printed_circuit_board" title="Printed circuit board">printed circuit board</a>. Assembly and handling of an appliance is easier if the power cord can be removed without much effort. </p><p>Appliances can be used in another country easily, with a simple change of the power supply cord (including a connector and a country-specific plug). The power supply cord can be replaced easily if damaged, because it is a standardized part that can be unplugged and re-inserted. Safety hazards, maintenance expenditure and repairs are minimized. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Standards">Standards</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=3" title="Edit section: Standards"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading3"><h3 id="Parts_of_the_standard">Parts of the standard</h3><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=4" title="Edit section: Parts of the standard"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>IEC 60320 is divided into several parts: </p> <ul><li><b>IEC 60320-1: General Requirements</b><sup id="cite_ref-IEC_60320-1_1-3" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-IEC_60320-1-1"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>1<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> specifies two-<a href="/wiki/Pole_(electrical_circuits)" class="mw-redirect" title="Pole (electrical circuits)">pole</a> and two-pole with earth couplers intended for the connection of a <a href="/wiki/Mains_supply" class="mw-redirect" title="Mains supply">mains supply</a> cord to electrical appliances. Beginning with the IEC 60320-1:2015 edition,<sup id="cite_ref-5" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-5"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>5<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> this part also specifies interconnection couplers which enable the connection and disconnection of an appliance to a cord leading to another appliance, incorporating IEC 60320-2-2. At the same time, this part of the standard no longer includes standard sheets which were moved to a new part: IEC 60320-3.</li> <li><b>IEC 60320-2-1: Sewing machine couplers</b><sup id="cite_ref-6" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-6"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>6<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> specifies couplers which are not interchangeable with other couplers from IEC 60320, for use with household sewing machines. They are rated no higher than 2.5 A and 250 V AC.</li> <li><b>IEC 60320-2-2: Interconnection couplers for household and similar equipment</b>. This section was withdrawn in January 2016. The general requirements for these items were incorporated into IEC 60320-1 and the standard sheets were moved to IEC 60320-3.</li> <li><b>IEC 60320-2-3: Couplers with a degree of protection higher than IPX0</b><sup id="cite_ref-7" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-7"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>7<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> specifies couplers with some degree of <a href="/wiki/IP_Code#Liquid_ingress_protection" class="mw-redirect" title="IP Code">liquid ingress protection</a> (IP). In its second edition published in 2018, the standard sheets were moved to IEC 60320-3.</li> <li><b>IEC 60320-2-4: Couplers dependent on appliance weight for engagement</b>.<sup id="cite_ref-8" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-8"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>8<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup></li> <li><b>IEC 60320-3: Standard sheets and gauges</b>.<sup id="cite_ref-IEC_60320-3_4-1" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-IEC_60320-3-4"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>4<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> First published October 31, 2014, this part initially included the standard sheets for both appliance couplers and interconnection couplers. In a 2018 amendment, the standard sheets for the IP couplers defined by 60320-2-3 were added.<sup id="cite_ref-9" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-9"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>9<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> For appliance couplers the various coupler outlines are designated using a combination of letters and numbers, <i>e.g.</i>, "C14". The <i>connector</i> supplies power to the <i>appliance inlet</i>. The appliance inlet is designated by the even number one greater than the number assigned to the connector, so a C1 connector mates with a C2 inlet, and a C15A mates with a C16A. Interconnection couplers have single letter designators, <i>e.g.</i>, "F". They consist of a <i>plug connector</i> and an <i>appliance outlet</i>. The plug connector is the part integral with, or intended to be attached to, the cord, and the appliance outlet is the part integrated with or incorporated into the appliance or equipment or intended to be fixed to it, and from which the supply is obtained.</li></ul> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading3"><h3 id="Contents_of_standards">Contents of standards</h3><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=5" title="Edit section: Contents of standards"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>The standards define the mechanical, electrical and thermal requirements and safety goals of power couplers. The standard scope is limited to appliance couplers with a rated voltage not exceeding 250 V (a.c.) at 50 Hz or 60 Hz, and a rated current not exceeding 16 A. Further sub-parts of IEC 60320 focus on special topics such as <a href="/wiki/IP_Code" class="mw-redirect" title="IP Code">protection ratings</a> and appliance specific requirements. </p><p>Selection of a coupler depends in part on the IEC <a href="/wiki/Appliance_classes" title="Appliance classes">appliance classes</a>. The shape and dimensions of appliance inlets and connectors are coordinated so that a connector with lower current rating, temperature rating, or polarization cannot be inserted into an appliance inlet that requires higher ratings. (i.e. a <a href="/wiki/Protection_Class_II" class="mw-redirect" title="Protection Class II">Protection Class II</a> connector cannot mate with a <a href="/wiki/Class_I_inlet" class="mw-redirect" title="Class I inlet">Class I inlet</a> which requires an earth); whereas connecting a Class I connector to a Class II appliance inlet is possible because it creates no safety hazard. </p><p>Pin temperature is measured where the pin projects from the engagement surface. The maximum permitted pin temperatures, are 70 °C (158 °F), 120 °C (248 °F), and 155 °C (311 °F), respectively (the higher temperatures are not applicable to interconnection couplers). The pin temperature is determined by the design of the appliance, and its interior temperature, rather than by its ambient temperature. Typical applications with increased pin temperatures include appliances with heating coils such as ovens or electric grills. It is generally possible to use a connector with a higher rated temperature with a lower rated appliance inlet, but the keying feature of the inlet prevents use of a connector with a lower temperature rating. </p><p>Connectors are also classified according to the method of connecting the cord, either as rewirable connectors or non-rewirable connectors. </p><p>In addition the standards define further general criteria such as withdrawal forces, testing procedures, the minimum number of insertion cycles, and the number of flexings of cords. </p><p>IEC 60320-1 defines a <i>cord set</i> as an "assembly consisting of one cable or cord fitted with one plug and one connector, intended for the connection of an electrical appliance or equipment to the electrical supply". It also defines an <i>interconnection cord set</i> as an "assembly consisting of one cable or cord fitted with one plug connector and one connector, intended for the interconnection between two electrical appliances". </p><p>In addition to the connections within the standards, as mentioned, there are possible combinations between appliance couplers and IEC interconnection couplers. Fitted with a flexible cord, the components become interconnection cords to be used for connecting appliances or for extending other interconnection cords or power supply cords. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="North_American_ratings">North American ratings</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=6" title="Edit section: North American ratings"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>North American rating agencies (<a href="/wiki/Canadian_Standards_Association" class="mw-redirect" title="Canadian Standards Association">CSA</a>, <a href="/wiki/Norma_Oficial_Mexicana" title="Norma Oficial Mexicana">NOM-ANCE</a>, and <a href="/wiki/Underwriters_Laboratories" class="mw-redirect" title="Underwriters Laboratories">UL</a>) will certify IEC 60320 connectors for higher currents than are specified in the IEC standard itself. In particular, UL will certify: </p> <ul><li>C5/C6 connectors for up to 13 A,<sup id="cite_ref-10" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-10"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>10<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> although 10 A is more commonly seen (IEC maximum is 2.5 A)</li> <li>C7/C8 connectors for up to 10 A<sup id="cite_ref-11" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-11"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>11<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> (IEC maximum is 2.5 A)</li> <li>C13/C14 and C15/C16 connectors for up to 15 A<sup id="cite_ref-12" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-12"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>12<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> (IEC maximum is 10 A)</li> <li>C19/C20 and C21/C22 connectors for up to 20 A<sup id="cite_ref-13" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-13"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>13<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> (IEC maximum is 16 A)</li></ul> <p>Given the 120 V (±5%) mains supply used in the United States<sup id="cite_ref-14" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-14"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>14<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> and Canada,<sup id="cite_ref-15" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-15"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>15<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> these higher ratings permit devices with C6 and C8 inputs to draw more than 114 V × 2.5 A = 285 W from the mains, and devices with C14 inputs to draw more than 1140 W from the mains. </p><p>This is exploited by high-powered <a href="/wiki/Power_supply_unit_(computer)" title="Power supply unit (computer)">computer power supplies</a>, up to 1200 W output, and even some particularly efficient 1500 W output models<sup id="cite_ref-16" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-16"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>16<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> to use the more popular C14 input on products sold worldwide. </p><p>Although less common, <a href="/wiki/Power_brick" class="mw-redirect" title="Power brick">power bricks</a> with C6 and C8 inputs and ratings up to 300 W also exist. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="Appliance_couplers">Appliance couplers</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=7" title="Edit section: Appliance couplers"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>The dimensions and tolerances for connectors, appliance inlets, appliance outlets and plug connectors are given in standard sheets, which are dimensioned drawings showing the features required for safety and interchangeability. <style data-mw-deduplicate="TemplateStyles:r1253789634">@media screen{.mw-parser-output .sticky-header>thead>tr:first-child,.mw-parser-output .sticky-header>caption+tbody>tr:first-child,.mw-parser-output .sticky-header>tbody:first-child>tr:first-child,.mw-parser-output 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<th>Connector <p>(Female) </p> </th> <th>Appliance inlet <p>(Male) </p> </th> <th>Plug connector <p>(Male) </p> </th> <th>Appliance outlet <p>(Female) </p> </th></tr> <tr> <td>C1 </td> <td>C2 </td> <td>- </td> <td>- </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C1.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C1.svg/50px-IEC_60320_C1.svg.png" decoding="async" width="50" height="28" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C1.svg/75px-IEC_60320_C1.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C1.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C1.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="173" data-file-height="98" /></a></span> </td> <td>6.6 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>0.2 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td align="left">Found on many electric shavers, for example. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C3 </td> <td>C4 </td> <td>- </td> <td>- </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C3.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/IEC_60320_C3.svg/62px-IEC_60320_C3.svg.png" decoding="async" width="62" height="39" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/IEC_60320_C3.svg/93px-IEC_60320_C3.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/94/IEC_60320_C3.svg/124px-IEC_60320_C3.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="190" data-file-height="118" /></a></span> </td> <td>10 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td> </td> <td>2.5 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Similar connector to C5/C6, but with a key ridge instead of an earthing conductor, withdrawn from standard. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C5 </td> <td>C6 </td> <td>A </td> <td>B </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C5.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b3/IEC_60320_C5.svg/62px-IEC_60320_C5.svg.png" decoding="async" width="62" height="45" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b3/IEC_60320_C5.svg/93px-IEC_60320_C5.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b3/IEC_60320_C5.svg/124px-IEC_60320_C5.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="190" data-file-height="138" /></a></span> </td> <td>10 (H)<br />4.5 (V) </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>I </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>2.5 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Many small <a href="/wiki/Switched-mode_power_supplies" class="mw-redirect" title="Switched-mode power supplies">switched-mode power supplies</a> used for laptops. Commonly referred to as a "clover-leaf" or "Mickey Mouse" connector due to its shape. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C7 </td> <td>C8 </td> <td>C </td> <td>D </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C7.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/32/IEC_60320_C7.svg/57px-IEC_60320_C7.svg.png" decoding="async" width="57" height="29" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/32/IEC_60320_C7.svg/86px-IEC_60320_C7.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/32/IEC_60320_C7.svg/114px-IEC_60320_C7.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="204" data-file-height="102" /></a></span> </td> <td>8.6 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>2.5 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td align="left">Domestic audio, video, radio equipment and doubly insulated power supplies. C8 inlet is 10 mm deep, C8A and C8B inlets are 15.5 mm deep. Commonly referred to as "figure 8" or "infinity" in the UK.<div class="paragraphbreak" style="margin-top:0.5em"></div> There is a similar polarized connector having one squared side, (see outline below), but this is not part of the standard.<div class="paragraphbreak" style="margin-top:0.5em"></div> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg/57px-IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg.png" decoding="async" width="57" height="29" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg/86px-IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg/114px-IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="200" data-file-height="100" /></a></span> </td></tr> <tr> <td>C9 </td> <td>C10 </td> <td>- </td> <td>- </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C9.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fd/IEC_60320_C9.svg/71px-IEC_60320_C9.svg.png" decoding="async" width="71" height="45" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fd/IEC_60320_C9.svg/107px-IEC_60320_C9.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/f/fd/IEC_60320_C9.svg/142px-IEC_60320_C9.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="235" data-file-height="148" /></a></span> </td> <td>10 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>6 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td align="left">This kind of coupler is used by <a href="/wiki/Roland_Corporation" title="Roland Corporation">Roland Corporation</a> for a couple of synthesizer and drum-computer models (for example: TR-909, D-50) and by <a href="/wiki/Revox" title="Revox">Revox</a> for many older models of their hi-fi equipment (for example, A76, A77, A78, B77, B225). Was also used heavily on <a href="/wiki/Marantz" title="Marantz">Marantz</a> hi-fi equipment in the 1980s and 1990s. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C11 </td> <td>C12 </td> <td>- </td> <td>- </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C11.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/IEC_60320_C11.svg/71px-IEC_60320_C11.svg.png" decoding="async" width="71" height="45" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/IEC_60320_C11.svg/107px-IEC_60320_C11.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/IEC_60320_C11.svg/142px-IEC_60320_C11.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="512" data-file-height="322" /></a></span> </td> <td>10 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td> </td> <td>10 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Similar to C9 with a slot in the connector, withdrawn from standard. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C13 </td> <td>C14 </td> <td>E </td> <td>F </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C13.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/98/IEC_60320_C13.svg/82px-IEC_60320_C13.svg.png" decoding="async" width="82" height="57" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/98/IEC_60320_C13.svg/123px-IEC_60320_C13.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/98/IEC_60320_C13.svg/164px-IEC_60320_C13.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="269" data-file-height="186" /></a></span> </td> <td>14 (H)<br />4 (V) </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>I </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>10 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Very common on personal computers and peripherals. Commonly referred to as a "kettle cord" or "kettle lead",<sup id="cite_ref-17" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-17"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>17<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup><sup id="cite_ref-18" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-18"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>18<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> but C13/14 connectors are only rated for 70 °C (158 °F): a device such as a kettle requires the C15/16 connector, rated for 120 °C (248 °F). </td></tr> <tr> <td>C15 </td> <td>C16 </td> <td>M </td> <td>N </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C15.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/09/IEC_60320_C15.svg/82px-IEC_60320_C15.svg.png" decoding="async" width="82" height="55" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/09/IEC_60320_C15.svg/123px-IEC_60320_C15.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/09/IEC_60320_C15.svg/164px-IEC_60320_C15.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="253" data-file-height="169" /></a></span> </td> <td>14 (H)<br />4 (V) </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>I </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>10 </td> <td>120 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">For use in high-temperature settings (for example, electric kettle). Also often used for enterprise IT equipment with a high current draw that requires leads made with 1.0 mm<sup>2</sup> cable. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C15A </td> <td>C16A </td> <td>O </td> <td>P </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C15A.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6a/IEC_60320_C15A.svg/82px-IEC_60320_C15A.svg.png" decoding="async" width="82" height="55" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6a/IEC_60320_C15A.svg/123px-IEC_60320_C15A.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6a/IEC_60320_C15A.svg/164px-IEC_60320_C15A.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="268" data-file-height="181" /></a></span> </td> <td>14 (H)<br />4 (V) </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>I </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>10 </td> <td>155 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">For use in very-high-temperature settings, such as some <a href="/wiki/Stage_lighting_instrument" title="Stage lighting instrument">stage lighting instruments</a>. Similar to C15/C16, but the top is narrowed to exclude the C15 cord connector. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C17 </td> <td>C18 </td> <td>G </td> <td>H </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C17.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/91/IEC_60320_C17.svg/82px-IEC_60320_C17.svg.png" decoding="async" width="82" height="57" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/91/IEC_60320_C17.svg/123px-IEC_60320_C17.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/9/91/IEC_60320_C17.svg/164px-IEC_60320_C17.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="269" data-file-height="186" /></a></span> </td> <td>14 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>10 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Xbox One<sup id="cite_ref-19" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-19"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>19<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> and some Xbox 360 power supplies,<sup id="cite_ref-20" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-20"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>20<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> some vacuum cleaners, <a href="/wiki/Continuous_positive_airway_pressure" title="Continuous positive airway pressure">CPAP</a> machines, audio equipment, televisions, medical devices, <a href="/wiki/IBM_Wheelwriter" title="IBM Wheelwriter">IBM Wheelwriter typewriters</a>. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C19 </td> <td>C20 </td> <td>I </td> <td>J </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C19.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5a/IEC_60320_C19.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C19.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="73" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5a/IEC_60320_C19.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C19.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5a/IEC_60320_C19.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C19.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="250" data-file-height="182" /></a></span> </td> <td>13 (H)<br />8 (V) </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>I </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>16 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Common for supply of power to enterprise-class servers, <a href="/wiki/Uninterruptible_power_supply" title="Uninterruptible power supply">UPSes</a>, datacenter rack-mounted power-distribution units and other equipment that draws too much current for C13/C14 type to be used. </td></tr> <tr> <td>C21 </td> <td>C22 </td> <td>Q </td> <td>R </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C21.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/82/IEC_60320_C21.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C21.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="73" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/82/IEC_60320_C21.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C21.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/82/IEC_60320_C21.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C21.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="253" data-file-height="185" /></a></span> </td> <td>13 (H)<br />8 (V) </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>I </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td>16 </td> <td>155 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">High-temperature variant of C19/C20 </td></tr> <tr> <td>C23 </td> <td>C24 </td> <td>K </td> <td>L </td> <td><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C23.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3d/IEC_60320_C23.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C23.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="73" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3d/IEC_60320_C23.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C23.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3d/IEC_60320_C23.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C23.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="250" data-file-height="182" /></a></span> </td> <td>13 </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>II </td> <td style="background:#FFC7C7;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-no">No </td> <td>16 </td> <td>70 </td> <td style="background:#9EFF9E;color:black;vertical-align:middle;text-align:center;" class="table-yes">Yes </td> <td align="left">Ungrounded variant of C19/C20 </td></tr></tbody></table> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading3"><h3 id="Mains_appliance_couplers">Mains appliance couplers</h3><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=8" title="Edit section: Mains appliance couplers"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>The mains appliance couplers are all engineered to connect an appliance via a <a href="/wiki/Power_cord" title="Power cord">power cord</a> to <a href="/wiki/Mains_power" class="mw-redirect" title="Mains power">mains power</a>. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C1/C2_coupler"><span id="C1.2FC2_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C1"></span><span class="anchor" id="C2"></span> C1/C2 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=9" title="Edit section: C1/C2 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C2.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6b/IEC_60320_C2.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C2.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="57" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6b/IEC_60320_C2.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C2.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6b/IEC_60320_C2.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C2.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="173" data-file-height="98" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b3/Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg/100px-Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="79" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b3/Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg/150px-Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b3/Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg/200px-Plug_Rasiererstecker_IEC-60320-C1.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1944" data-file-height="1532" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Philishave_hq5426.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/Philishave_hq5426.jpg/70px-Philishave_hq5426.jpg" decoding="async" width="70" height="92" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/Philishave_hq5426.jpg/105px-Philishave_hq5426.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bf/Philishave_hq5426.jpg/140px-Philishave_hq5426.jpg 2x" data-file-width="691" data-file-height="911" /></a></span> </p><p>The C1 coupler and C2 inlet were commonly used for mains-powered <a href="/wiki/Electric_shaver" title="Electric shaver">electric shavers</a>. These have largely been supplanted by <a href="/wiki/Cordless" title="Cordless">cordless</a> shavers with <a href="/wiki/Rechargeable_batteries" class="mw-redirect" title="Rechargeable batteries">rechargeable batteries</a> or corded shavers with an <a href="/wiki/AC_adapter" title="AC adapter">AC adapter</a>. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C5/C6_coupler"><span id="C5.2FC6_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C5"></span><span class="anchor" id="C6"></span> C5/C6 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=10" title="Edit section: C5/C6 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C6.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c5/IEC_60320_C6.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C6.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="73" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c5/IEC_60320_C6.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C6.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/c/c5/IEC_60320_C6.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C6.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="190" data-file-height="138" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/22/C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg/100px-C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="58" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/22/C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg/150px-C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/22/C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg/200px-C5_3-conductor_on_iMac_G4.jpg 2x" data-file-width="2552" data-file-height="1474" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b8/Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg/100px-Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="77" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b8/Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg/150px-Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b8/Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg/200px-Plug_Kleeblattstecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C5.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1161" data-file-height="897" /></a></span> </p><p>This coupler is sometimes colloquially called a "cloverleaf" or "Mickey Mouse" coupler (because the cross section resembles the silhouette of <a href="/wiki/Mickey_Mouse" title="Mickey Mouse">the Disney character</a>). </p><p>The C6 inlet is used on laptop power supplies and portable projectors, as well as on some desktop computers, some LCD monitors and recent<sup class="noprint Inline-Template" style="white-space:nowrap;">[<i><a href="/wiki/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style/Dates_and_numbers#Chronological_items" title="Wikipedia:Manual of Style/Dates and numbers"><span title="The time period mentioned near this tag is ambiguous. (January 2024)">when?</span></a></i>]</sup> LCD televisions from LG. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C7/C8_coupler"><span id="C7.2FC8_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C7"></span><span class="anchor" id="C8"></span> C7/C8 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=11" title="Edit section: C7/C8 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C8.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/48/IEC_60320_C8.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C8.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="50" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/48/IEC_60320_C8.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C8.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/48/IEC_60320_C8.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C8.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="204" data-file-height="102" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC60320_C7.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/50/IEC60320_C7.jpg/100px-IEC60320_C7.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="57" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/50/IEC60320_C7.jpg/150px-IEC60320_C7.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/50/IEC60320_C7.jpg/200px-IEC60320_C7.jpg 2x" data-file-width="600" data-file-height="340" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg/100px-IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="61" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg/150px-IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8b/IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg/200px-IEC60320_C8_Socket.jpg 2x" data-file-width="684" data-file-height="417" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/34/Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg/200px-Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg" decoding="async" width="200" height="60" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/34/Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg/300px-Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/34/Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg/400px-Apple_and_generic_C7_connectors.jpg 2x" data-file-width="2000" data-file-height="600" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5d/IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg/100px-IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="71" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5d/IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg/150px-IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/5d/IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg/200px-IEC60320PolarisedC7Polarity.jpg 2x" data-file-width="330" data-file-height="235" /></a></span> </p><p>Commonly known as a "figure-8", "infinity" or "shotgun" connector due to the shape of its cross-section, or less commonly, a <a href="/wiki/Telefunken" title="Telefunken">Telefunken</a> connector<sup id="cite_ref-21" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-21"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>21<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> after its originator. This coupler is often used for small <a href="/wiki/Cassette_recorder" class="mw-redirect" title="Cassette recorder">cassette recorders</a>, battery/mains-operated radios, <a href="/wiki/Battery_charger" title="Battery charger">battery chargers</a>, some full-size audio-visual equipment, <a href="/wiki/Laptop_computer" class="mw-redirect" title="Laptop computer">laptop computer</a> <a href="/wiki/Power_supplies" class="mw-redirect" title="Power supplies">power supplies</a>, <a href="/wiki/Video_game_console" title="Video game console">video game consoles</a>, and similar <a href="/wiki/Appliance_classes#Class_II" title="Appliance classes">double-insulated</a> appliances. </p><p>A C8B inlet type is defined by the standard for use by dual-voltage appliances; it has three pins and can hold a C7 connector in either of two positions, allowing the user to select voltage by choosing the position the connector is inserted.<sup id="cite_ref-ANZS60320_22-0" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-ANZS60320-22"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>22<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <figure class="mw-halign-right" typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="50" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C7P_Polarised.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="200" data-file-height="100" /></a><figcaption></figcaption></figure> <p>A similar but polarized connector has been made, but is not part of the standard. Sometimes called C7P, it is asymmetrical, with one side squared. Unpolarized C7 connectors can be inserted into the polarized inlets; however, doing so might be a safety risk if the device is designed for polarized power. Although not specified by IEC 60320, and not clear whether any formal written standard exists, the most common wiring appears to connect the squared side to the hot (live) line, and the rounded to the neutral.<sup id="cite_ref-23" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-23"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>23<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup><sup id="cite_ref-24" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-24"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>24<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> Note: Clause 9.5 was added to IEC 60320-1:2015, this requires that "It shall not be possible to engage a part of a non-standard appliance coupler with a complementary part of an appliance coupler complying with the standard sheets in any part of IEC 60320." </p> <figure class="mw-default-size" typeof="mw:File/Thumb"><a href="/wiki/File:Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/ac/Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg/220px-Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg" decoding="async" width="220" height="165" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/ac/Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg/330px-Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/ac/Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg/440px-Macbook_Charger_Extension_4_2019-05-15.jpg 2x" data-file-width="4032" data-file-height="3024" /></a><figcaption>Macbook charger cabled adapter</figcaption></figure> <figure class="mw-default-size mw-halign-left" typeof="mw:File/Thumb"><a href="/wiki/File:IPad_Power_Cable.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/68/IPad_Power_Cable.jpg/220px-IPad_Power_Cable.jpg" decoding="async" width="220" height="203" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/68/IPad_Power_Cable.jpg/330px-IPad_Power_Cable.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/68/IPad_Power_Cable.jpg/440px-IPad_Power_Cable.jpg 2x" data-file-width="2973" data-file-height="2745" /></a><figcaption><a href="/wiki/IPad" title="IPad">iPad</a> charger with "duckhead"</figcaption></figure> <p><a href="/wiki/Apple_Inc." title="Apple Inc.">Apple</a> uses a modified version of this connector, with the receptacle having a proprietary pin that secures the adapter in place and provides grounding. Most Apple supplied cable adapter provide grounding through a slide-in connector, while the angled AC adapter ("duckhead") does not provide grounding, with North American plugs. These power supplies do accept the standard C7 connector, and supported by Apple for non-grounded applications. </p> <div style="clear:both;" class=""></div> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C13/C14_coupler"><span id="C13.2FC14_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C13"></span><span class="anchor" id="C14"></span> C13/C14 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=12" title="Edit section: C13/C14 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C14.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/IEC_60320_C14.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C14.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="69" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/IEC_60320_C14.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C14.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/02/IEC_60320_C14.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C14.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="269" data-file-height="186" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC60320_C13.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/IEC60320_C13.jpg/100px-IEC60320_C13.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="57" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/IEC60320_C13.jpg/150px-IEC60320_C13.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/e/ec/IEC60320_C13.jpg/200px-IEC60320_C13.jpg 2x" data-file-width="600" data-file-height="340" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC60320_C14.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/IEC60320_C14.jpg/100px-IEC60320_C14.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="57" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/IEC60320_C14.jpg/150px-IEC60320_C14.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8f/IEC60320_C14.jpg/200px-IEC60320_C14.jpg 2x" data-file-width="600" data-file-height="340" /></a></span> </p><p>The C13/C14 connector and inlet combination are used in a wide variety of electronic equipment ranging from <a href="/wiki/Desktop_computer" title="Desktop computer">computer</a> components like the power supply, monitors, printers and other peripherals to <a href="/wiki/Video_game_console" title="Video game console">video game consoles</a>, <a href="/wiki/Instrument_amplifier" title="Instrument amplifier">instrument amplifiers</a>, professional <a href="/wiki/Sound" title="Sound">audio</a> equipment and virtually all professional video equipment. An early example of a product that uses this connector is the <a href="/wiki/Apple_II" title="Apple II">Apple II</a>. A <a href="/wiki/Power_cord" title="Power cord">power cord</a> with a suitable <a href="/wiki/Mains_power_plug" class="mw-redirect" title="Mains power plug">power plug</a> (for the locality where the appliance is being used) on one end and a C13 connector (connecting to the appliance) on the other is commonly called an <i>IEC cord</i>. </p><p>There are also a variety of splitter blocks, splitter cables, and similar devices available. These are usually un-fused (with the exception of C13 cords attached to <a href="/wiki/BS_1363" class="mw-redirect" title="BS 1363">BS 1363</a> plugs, which are always fused). </p><p>These cables are sometimes informally referred to as a "kettle cord" or "kettle lead", but the C13/14 connectors are only rated for 70 °C (158 °F): a device such as a <a href="/wiki/Kettle#Electric_kettles" title="Kettle">kettle</a> requires the C15/16 connector, rated for 120 °C (248 °F). </p><p>A cable consisting of a C13 and an E interconnection connector is commonly mislabeled as an "extension cord", as although that is not the intended purpose, it can be used as such. They are also commonly mislabeled as C14 instead of E. </p><p>The C13 connector and C14 inlet are also commonly found on servers, routers, and switches. Power cord sets utilizing a C13 connector and an E interconnection plug are commonplace in data centers to provide power from a PDU (power distribution unit) to a server. These data-center power cables are now offered in many colors. Colored power cables are used to color-code installations.<sup id="cite_ref-25" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-25"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>25<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C15/C16_coupler"><span id="C15.2FC16_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C15"></span><span class="anchor" id="C16"></span> C15/C16 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=13" title="Edit section: C15/C16 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C16.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6e/IEC_60320_C16.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C16.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="67" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6e/IEC_60320_C16.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C16.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/6/6e/IEC_60320_C16.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C16.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="253" data-file-height="169" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C15.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/IEC_60320_C15.jpg/100px-IEC_60320_C15.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="69" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/2/21/IEC_60320_C15.jpg/150px-IEC_60320_C15.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/2/21/IEC_60320_C15.jpg 2x" data-file-width="200" data-file-height="138" /></a></span> </p><p>Some <a href="/wiki/Electric_kettle" class="mw-redirect" title="Electric kettle">electric kettles</a> and similar hot household <a href="/wiki/Small_appliance" title="Small appliance">appliances</a> like home <a href="/wiki/Still" title="Still">stills</a> use a supply cord with a C15 connector and a matching C16 inlet on the appliance; their temperature rating is 120 °C (248 °F) rather than the 70 °C (158 °F) of the similar C13/C14 combination. The official designation in Europe for the C15/C16 coupler is a "hot-condition" coupler. </p><p>These are similar in form to the C13/C14 coupler, except with a ridge opposite the earth in the C16 inlet (preventing a C13 fitting), and a corresponding valley in the C15 connector (which doesn't prevent it fitting a C14 inlet). For example, an electric kettle cord can be used to power a computer, but an unmodified computer cord cannot be used to power a kettle. </p><p>There is some public confusion between C13/C14 and C15/C16 couplers, and it is not uncommon for C13/C14 to be informally referred to as "kettle plug" or "kettle lead" (or some local equivalent). </p><p>In European countries the C15/C16 coupler has replaced and made obsolete the formerly common types of national <a href="/wiki/Appliance_plug" title="Appliance plug">appliance coupler</a> in many applications. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C15A/C16A_coupler"><span id="C15A.2FC16A_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C15A"></span><span class="anchor" id="C16A"></span> C15A/C16A coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=14" title="Edit section: C15A/C16A coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C16A.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8e/IEC_60320_C16A.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C16A.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="68" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8e/IEC_60320_C16A.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C16A.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/8/8e/IEC_60320_C16A.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C16A.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="268" data-file-height="181" /></a></span> </p><p>This modification of the C15/C16 coupler has an even higher 155 °C (311 °F) temperature rating. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C17/C18_coupler"><span id="C17.2FC18_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C17"></span><span class="anchor" id="C18"></span> C17/C18 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=15" title="Edit section: C17/C18 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C18.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7b/IEC_60320_C18.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C18.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="69" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7b/IEC_60320_C18.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C18.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7b/IEC_60320_C18.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C18.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="269" data-file-height="186" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/54/Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg/100px-Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="70" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/54/Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg/150px-Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/5/54/Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg/200px-Plug_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teanschlusssteckdose_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C17.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1695" data-file-height="1190" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/42/Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg/100px-Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="63" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/42/Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg/150px-Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/4/42/Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg/200px-Socket_IEC320_Kaltger%C3%A4teeinbaustecker_DIN_VDE_0625_Teil_1_Normblatt_C18.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1783" data-file-height="1123" /></a></span> </p><p>Similar to C13/C14 coupler, but unearthed. A C18 inlet accepts a C13 connector, but a C14 inlet does not accept a C17 connector. </p><p>The <a href="/wiki/IBM_Wheelwriter" title="IBM Wheelwriter">IBM Wheelwriter</a> series of electronic <a href="/wiki/Typewriter" title="Typewriter">typewriters</a> are one common application. Three-wire cords with C13 connectors, which are easier to find, are sometimes used in place of the two-wire cords for replacement. In this case, the ground wire will not be connected. </p><p>The C17/C18 coupler is often used in audio applications where a <a href="/wiki/Floating_ground" title="Floating ground">floating ground</a> is maintained to eliminate <a href="/wiki/Mains_hum" title="Mains hum">hum</a> caused by <a href="/wiki/Ground_loop_(electricity)" title="Ground loop (electricity)">ground loops</a>. Other common applications are the power supplies of <a href="/wiki/Xbox_360" title="Xbox 360">Xbox 360</a> game consoles, replacing the C15/C16 coupler employed initially, and large CRT televisions manufactured by <a href="/wiki/RCA" title="RCA">RCA</a> in the early 1990s. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading4"><h4 id="C19/C20_coupler"><span id="C19.2FC20_coupler"></span><span class="anchor" id="C19"></span><span class="anchor" id="C20"></span> C19/C20 coupler</h4><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=16" title="Edit section: C19/C20 coupler"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C20.svg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bb/IEC_60320_C20.svg/100px-IEC_60320_C20.svg.png" decoding="async" width="100" height="73" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bb/IEC_60320_C20.svg/150px-IEC_60320_C20.svg.png 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/bb/IEC_60320_C20.svg/200px-IEC_60320_C20.svg.png 2x" data-file-width="250" data-file-height="182" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/72/IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg/100px-IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="83" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/72/IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg/150px-IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/72/IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg/200px-IEC_60320_C19_Plug.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1401" data-file-height="1167" /></a></span> <span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg" class="mw-file-description"><img src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0b/IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg/100px-IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg" decoding="async" width="100" height="95" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0b/IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg/150px-IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/0b/IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg/200px-IEC_60320_C20_Skt.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1512" data-file-height="1440" /></a></span> </p><p>Earthed, 16 A, polarized. This coupler is used for supplying power in IT applications where higher currents are required, for instance on high-power workstations and servers, power to <a href="/wiki/Uninterruptible_power_supply" title="Uninterruptible power supply">uninterruptible power supplies</a>, power to some <a href="/wiki/Power_distribution_unit" title="Power distribution unit">power distribution units</a>, large network routers, switches, <a href="/wiki/Blade_enclosure" class="mw-redirect" title="Blade enclosure">blade enclosures</a>, and similar equipment. This connector can also be found on high-current medical equipment. It is rectangular and has pins parallel to the long axis of the coupler face. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading3"><h3 id="Interconnection_couplers">Interconnection couplers</h3><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=17" title="Edit section: Interconnection couplers"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>Interconnection couplers are similar to appliance couplers, but with the <a href="/wiki/Gender_of_connectors_and_fasteners" title="Gender of connectors and fasteners">gender</a> roles reversed. Specifically, the female appliance outlet is built into a piece of equipment, while the male plug connector is attached to a cord. They are identified by letters, not numbers, with one letter identifying the plug connector, and the alphabetical next letter identifying the mating appliance outlet. For example, an E plug fits into an F outlet. Beginning with an amendment published in 2022, three of the commonly used high temperature variants have been standardized as types M–R.<sup id="cite_ref-26" class="reference"><a href="#cite_note-26"><span class="cite-bracket">[</span>26<span class="cite-bracket">]</span></a></sup> </p> <ul class="gallery mw-gallery-traditional"> <li class="gallerybox" style="width: 155px"> <div class="thumb" style="width: 150px; height: 150px;"><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg" class="mw-file-description" title="Type E plug connector to IEC 60320-2-2"><img alt="Type E plug connector to IEC 60320-2-2" src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg/120px-IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg" decoding="async" width="120" height="83" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg/180px-IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/3/3e/IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg/240px-IEC_60320-2-2_type_E_connector.jpg 2x" data-file-width="300" data-file-height="208" /></a></span></div> <div class="gallerytext">Type E plug connector to IEC 60320-2-2</div> </li> <li class="gallerybox" style="width: 155px"> <div class="thumb" style="width: 150px; height: 150px;"><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg" class="mw-file-description" title="Some desktop computers provide both a C14 inlet (lower) and a type F outlet (upper) for powering the monitor"><img alt="Some desktop computers provide both a C14 inlet (lower) and a type F outlet (upper) for powering the monitor" src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/08/ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg/120px-ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg" decoding="async" width="120" height="69" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/08/ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg/180px-ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/0/08/ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg/240px-ATX_PS_back_panel.jpg 2x" data-file-width="750" data-file-height="430" /></a></span></div> <div class="gallerytext">Some desktop computers provide both a C14 inlet (lower) and a type F outlet (upper) for powering the monitor</div> </li> <li class="gallerybox" style="width: 155px"> <div class="thumb" style="width: 150px; height: 150px;"><span typeof="mw:File"><a href="/wiki/File:Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg" class="mw-file-description" title="Uninterruptible power supply with a C14 inlet (lower left) and four type F outlets (right)"><img alt="Uninterruptible power supply with a C14 inlet (lower left) and four type F outlets (right)" src="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/19/Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg/105px-Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg" decoding="async" width="105" height="120" class="mw-file-element" srcset="//upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/19/Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg/157px-Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg 1.5x, //upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/1/19/Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg/210px-Apc_ups_rs500_05.jpg 2x" data-file-width="1639" data-file-height="1874" /></a></span></div> <div class="gallerytext">Uninterruptible power supply with a C14 inlet (lower left) and four type F outlets (right)</div> </li> </ul> <div style="clear:left;" class=""></div> <p>Cables with a C13 connector at one end and a type E plug connector at the other are commonly available. They have a variety of common uses, including connecting power between older PCs and their monitors, extending existing power cords, connecting to type F outlets strips (commonly used with rack-mount gear to save space and for international standardization) and connecting computer equipment to the output of an <a href="/wiki/Uninterruptible_power_supply" title="Uninterruptible power supply">uninterruptible power supply</a> (UPS). Type J outlets are used in a similar way. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading3"><h3 id="Withdrawn_and_other_standard_sheets">Withdrawn and other standard sheets</h3><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=18" title="Edit section: Withdrawn and other standard sheets"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <p>C3, C4, C11 and C12 standard sheets are no longer<sup class="noprint Inline-Template" style="white-space:nowrap;">[<i><a href="/wiki/Wikipedia:Manual_of_Style/Dates_and_numbers#Chronological_items" title="Wikipedia:Manual of Style/Dates and numbers"><span title="The time period mentioned near this tag is ambiguous. (April 2017)">when?</span></a></i>]</sup> listed in the standard. </p><p>Standard sheet C25 shows retaining device dimensions. Sheet C26 shows detail dimensions for pillar-type terminals, where the end of the screw bears on a wire directly or through a pressure plate. Sheet 27 shows details for screw terminals, where the wire is held by wrapping it around the head of a screw. </p> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="See_also">See also</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=19" title="Edit section: See also"><span>edit</span></a><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">]</span></span></div> <ul><li><a href="/wiki/AC_power_plugs_and_sockets" title="AC power plugs and sockets">AC power plugs and sockets</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Power_entry_module" title="Power entry module">Power entry module</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/XLR_connector#Obsolete_patterns" title="XLR connector">Power Cannon (XLR-LNE)</a>, a compact alternative power entry connector.</li> <li><a href="/wiki/IEC_60309" title="IEC 60309">IEC 60309</a> specifies larger couplers used for higher currents, higher voltages, and polyphase systems.</li> <li><a href="/wiki/IEC_60906-1" title="IEC 60906-1">IEC 60906-1</a> A proposed standard for domestic wall sockets.</li> <li><a href="/wiki/NEMA_connector" title="NEMA connector">NEMA connector</a> North American standard for building receptacles and compatible cord connectors.</li> <li><a href="/wiki/AC_power_plugs_and_sockets#BS_1363_three-pin_(rectangular)_plugs_and_sockets" title="AC power plugs and sockets">AC power plugs and sockets#BS 1363 three-pin (rectangular) plugs and sockets</a> British standard for building receptacles and compatible cord connectors.</li> <li><a href="/wiki/CEE_7_standard_AC_plugs_and_sockets" title="CEE 7 standard AC plugs and sockets">CEE 7 standard AC plugs and sockets</a></li></ul> <div class="mw-heading mw-heading2"><h2 id="References">References</h2><span class="mw-editsection"><span class="mw-editsection-bracket">[</span><a href="/w/index.php?title=IEC_60320&action=edit&section=20" title="Edit section: References"><span>edit</span></a><span 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Retrieved 2014-09-24.</span> </li> <li id="cite_note-14"><span class="mw-cite-backlink"><b><a href="#cite_ref-14">^</a></b></span> <span class="reference-text"><a href="/wiki/ANSI" class="mw-redirect" title="ANSI">ANSI</a> C84.1: <a rel="nofollow" class="external text" href="http://www.nema.org/Standards/Pages/American-National-Standard-for-Electric-Power-Systems-and-Equipment-Voltage-Ratings.aspx">American National Standard for Electric Power Systems and Equipment—Voltage Ratings (60 Hertz)</a></span> </li> <li id="cite_note-15"><span class="mw-cite-backlink"><b><a href="#cite_ref-15">^</a></b></span> <span class="reference-text">CAN3-C235-83: Preferred Voltage Levels for AC Systems, 0 to 50 000 V</span> </li> <li id="cite_note-16"><span class="mw-cite-backlink"><b><a href="#cite_ref-16">^</a></b></span> <span class="reference-text">One arbitrarily chosen example of a 1500 W PSU with a C14 input is the <a rel="nofollow" class="external text" href="http://www.overclockers.com/enermax-maxrevo-1500-80-gold-fully-modular-psu-review/">Enermax MAXREVO 1500 W 80+ Gold</a>. 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href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_7811" title="ISO/IEC 7811">7811</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_7812" title="ISO/IEC 7812">7812</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_7813" title="ISO/IEC 7813">7813</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_7816" title="ISO/IEC 7816">7816</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Graphical_Kernel_System" title="Graphical Kernel System">7942</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Open_Document_Architecture" title="Open Document Architecture">8613</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Computer_Graphics_Metafile" title="Computer Graphics Metafile">8632</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_8652" title="ISO/IEC 8652">8652</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_8859" title="ISO/IEC 8859">8859</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_9126" title="ISO/IEC 9126">9126</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/File_Allocation_Table" title="File Allocation Table">9293</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/CHILL" title="CHILL">9496</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_9529" title="ISO/IEC 9529">9529</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/PHIGS" title="PHIGS">9592</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/PHIGS" title="PHIGS">9593</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ANSI_C" title="ANSI C">9899</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/POSIX" title="POSIX">9945</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_9995" title="ISO/IEC 9995">9995</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_10021" title="ISO/IEC 10021">10021</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_10116" title="ISO/IEC 10116">10116</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Guidelines_for_the_Definition_of_Managed_Objects" title="Guidelines for the Definition of Managed Objects">10165</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Document_Style_Semantics_and_Specification_Language" title="Document Style Semantics and Specification Language">10179</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Full_BASIC" title="Full BASIC">10279</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Universal_Coded_Character_Set" title="Universal Coded Character Set">10646</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_10967" title="ISO/IEC 10967">10967</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MPEG-1" title="MPEG-1">11172</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_11179" title="ISO/IEC 11179">11179</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_11404" title="ISO/IEC 11404">11404</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/JBIG" title="JBIG">11544</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_11801" title="ISO/IEC 11801">11801</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_12207" title="ISO/IEC 12207">12207</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Topic_map" title="Topic map">13250</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Universal_Disk_Format" title="Universal Disk Format">13346</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MHEG-5" title="MHEG-5">13522-5</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Z_notation" title="Z notation">13568</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISLISP" title="ISLISP">13816</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MPEG-2" title="MPEG-2">13818</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_14443" title="ISO/IEC 14443">14443</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MPEG-4" title="MPEG-4">14496</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_14651" title="ISO/IEC 14651">14651</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/C%2B%2B" title="C++">14882</a></li> <li><a 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title="ECMAScript for XML">22537</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MPEG-A" title="MPEG-A">23000</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MPEG-D" title="MPEG-D">23003</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/MPEG-H" title="MPEG-H">23008</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/C_Sharp_(programming_language)" title="C Sharp (programming language)">23270</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Linux_Standard_Base" title="Linux Standard Base">23360</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Common_Logic" title="Common Logic">24707</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_24727" title="ISO/IEC 24727">24727</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_24744" title="ISO/IEC 24744">24744</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/Universal_Remote_Console" title="Universal Remote Console">24752</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/OpenDocument" title="OpenDocument">26300</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_27000" title="ISO/IEC 27000">27000</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_27000-series" class="mw-redirect" title="ISO/IEC 27000-series">27000-series</a></li> <li><a href="/wiki/ISO/IEC_27002" 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