Power cord specifications

Last Updated : Aug 14, 2020 |

In North America

The cord set must be UL-listed or CSA-certified, 16 AWG, 3-conductor with a third-wire ground, type SJT. One end must terminate at IEC 60320, a sheet C13 type connector rated 10A, 250 V. The other end must terminate at a NEMA 5-15P attachment plug for nominal 125 V applications or a NEMA 6-15P attachment plug for nominal 250 V applications.

Outside North America

The cord must be VDE-certified or Harmonized (HAR), rated 250 V, 3-conductor with a third-wire ground, 1.0 mm2 minimum conductor size. At one end, the cord must terminate at a VDE-certified or CE-marked IEC 60320, a sheet C13 type connector rated 10A, 250 V. At the other end, it must terminate at a 3-conductor grounding type attachment plug rated at minimum 10A, 250 V and a configuration specific for the region or country where it is used. The attachment plug must bear the safety agency certifications marks for the region or country where it is installed.