RS PRO C13 Cable Mount IEC Connector Socket, 10A, 250 V

IEC socket C13 variant, cable mount rewireable outlet connector with nylon-6 body and nickel plated copper alloy mating contacts and screw terminals, rated at 10A (VDE) and 15A (UL,CSA), 250Vac. This C13 connector offers a hardwearing durable solution for many applications that require an IEC C13 cable mount socket connector.

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An IEC C13 connector is sometimes referred to as a ’cold’ connector. The C13 socket is a 3 wire two pole connector, neutral, earth and live. The C13 female connectors have a rated current of 10A and a maximum temperature rating of 70°C. This series of connectors conform to a recognised set of specifications called IEC-60320. The regulations are laid down by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). This ensures they meet common global design standards.

• HV Breakdown Test for 1 Minute: 2KVac
• Insulation Resistance at 500Vdc 100 MΩ min.
• Permissible Temperature with/without load: 0 to 70 ° C
• Current Rating 10Amps (VDE) 15Amps (UL,CSA), 250Vac
• Contact Resistance 10 mΩ max

The RS PRO C13 cable connectors are suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. The electrical connectors are designed to mate with C14 appliance inlets or C14 plugs. Some of the more common applications include;

• Desktop computers
• Monitors
• Older Laptop power supplies
• Printers
• Audio and Video equipment
• Test equipment
• Power supplies
• Commercial appliances

Q - Are the C13 mains type connectors easy to connect?
A - Yes, the RS PRO C13 rewirable connectors have screw terminals. They are very easy to assemble.

Q - Are there any compatible mating IEC 60320 connectors available?
A –Yes, for typical mating parts see associated connectors,
776-9113 - IEC C14 male connector, cable mount
776-9131 - IEC C14 male connector, snap-in panel mount

For associated connectors see 776-9113 , 776-9131

UL(C, US), VDE, CE