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Monoprice 105294 15ft 14AWG Power Cord Cable w/ 3 Conductor PC Power Connector Socket, 15A (NEMA 5-15P to IEC-320-C13) Black
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Monoprice 105294 15ft 14AWG Power Cord Cable w/ 3 Conductor PC Power Connector Socket

Bottom line: The Monoprice 105294 15ft 14AWG Power Cord Cable: 14AWG conductors - thicker copper than the 18AWG cord most gear ships with; main trade-off: rated for 10A at 125V, below the 15A the NEMA 5-15P plug implies.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ 14AWG conductors - thicker copper than the 18AWG cord most gear ships with
  • ✓ 15ft reach covers desk-to-wall runs without an extension cord
  • ✓ Lifetime warranty from Monoprice on all cables
  • ✓ NEMA 5-15P to IEC C13 fits desktop PSUs, monitors, printers, projectors

Cons

  • ✗ Rated for 10A at 125V, below the 15A the NEMA 5-15P plug implies
  • ✗ 15ft is excess slack for a tower sitting beside the outlet
  • ✗ Black only - no color options for cable-managed builds
  • ✗ C13 socket won't fit C15 high-temp inlets on some server and amp gear

Manufacturer description

This Monoprice 105294 power cord replaces the NEMA 5-15P to IEC-320-C13 cable that came with your PC, monitor, printer, projector, or HDTV, and it does it with heavier copper than the cord most equipment ships with. The 14AWG conductor gauge is Monoprice's most robust cable build, and the three-conductor design carries a rated 10A at 125V load. At 15 feet, it solves the problem most stock cords create: a power supply mounted too far from the outlet, or a rat's nest of coiled slack behind the desk. The C13 socket end is the connector PC power supplies made standard, so it drops into desktop…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Monoprice 105294 15ft 14AWG Power Cord Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the power supplies & cables category. Monoprice's power supplies & cables lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for power supplies & cables of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this power cord work with my desktop PC power supply?

Yes. The IEC-320-C13 socket end is the connector that PC power supplies made commonplace, so it fits standard desktop ATX supplies. The other end is a standard 3-prong NEMA 5-15P wall plug.

How many amps can this cable handle?

Monoprice rates this cable to carry up to a 10 amp, 125 volt load. The listing also labels it 15A for the NEMA 5-15P plug type, so treat 10A at 125V as the working figure for your equipment.

What does 14AWG mean and why does it matter?

14AWG is the conductor gauge - lower numbers mean thicker copper. Monoprice describes 14AWG as its most robust, extra-thick, heavy-duty cable build, heavier than the thin cords typically bundled with equipment.

Is this cord covered by a warranty?

Monoprice applies its Lifetime Warranty to all of its cables, including this one. Check the product listing for current warranty terms and claim process before you buy.

What else can I plug into this besides a computer?

Monoprice lists monitors, printers, projectors, and HDTVs as common uses. Any device with an IEC C13 inlet accepts it - check your device's inlet shape, since C15 high-temp inlets look similar but will not fit.

Key Features

  • Buy with Confidence: With Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all Cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers.
  • These cables are great for replacing damaged cables or for keeping cables neat and tidy by allowing you to use only the lengths you need
  • These cables are designed to carry up to a 10 amp 125 volt load
  • The standard 3 prong wall plug (NEMA 5-15p) to PC connector (IEC C13) cable was made commonplace by PC power supplies
  • Quality at a Fair Price: Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices.

Full Specifications

BrandMonoprice
ColorBlack
Gauge14
Voltage125 volts
Wattage1875 watts
Amperage15 A
Plug TypeType B
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length180 inches
Plug FormatType B
Model Number105294
CompatibilityPC
Input Current15 A
Mfr Part Number105294
Connector GenderFemale, Male
Special FeaturesNot_Performance_Used
Number of Outlets1
Case Material TypePolycarbonate
Buy with ConfidenceWith Monoprice's Lifetime Warranty on all Cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers.
Number Of Conductors3
Full listing titleMonoprice 105294 15ft 14AWG Power Cord Cable w/ 3 Conductor PC Power Connector Socket, 15A (NEMA 5-15P to IEC-320-C13) Black

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