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Tripp Lite 3 ft. Heavy Duty Power Extension Cord, C14 to C13, 15A, 14 AWG, Blue (P005-003-ABL)
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Tripp Lite 3 ft. Heavy Duty Power Extension Cord, C14 to C13, 15A, 14 AWG, Blue (P005-003-ABL)

Bottom line: The Tripp Lite 3 ft. Heavy Duty Power Extension Cord: C14-to-C13 ends fit PCs, printers, scanners, monitors, PSUs; main trade-off: short 3 ft length limits reach to nearby outlets or PDUs.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ C14-to-C13 ends fit PCs, printers, scanners, monitors, PSUs
  • ✓ Flexible 14 AWG SJT jacket routes easily in crowded racks
  • ✓ Blue jacket and molded ends make connections easy to identify
  • ✓ UL-Listed, 250V/15A rated, with lifetime limited warranty

Cons

  • ✗ Short 3 ft length limits reach to nearby outlets or PDUs
  • ✗ IEC C13/C14 ends don't connect to standard wall NEMA sockets
  • ✗ Stiff 14 AWG conductor is less pliable than thin 18 AWG cords
  • ✗ Bright blue jacket stands out against all-black gear

Manufacturer description

The P005-003-ABL Heavy-Duty Power Extension Cord is recommended for replacing a lost or worn-out power cord or extending your current power connection by three feet. It features a blue SJT jacket and fully molded blue ends, allowing you to easily identify your connections in a crowded workstation. A C14 male connector on one end and a C13 female connector on the other let you attach computers, printers, scanners, power supplies, monitors and other compatible hardware. This three-foot 15A cord supports voltages up to 250V. It’s UL-listed and features a flexible SJT jacket and 14 AWG wire for…

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Tripp Lite 3 ft. Heavy Duty Power Extension Cord using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the home & kitchen category. TRIPP LITE's home & kitchen 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 home & kitchen 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.

Key Features

  • 3 foot color-coded cable connects hardware, such as computers, printers, Scanners, power supplies and monitors, with C13/C14 power connectors
  • Easy-to-identify blue SJT jacket and fully molded blue ends
  • Flexible 14 AWG wire for easy routing
  • 250V/15a rating; UL-Listed
  • Lifetime limited warranty

Full Specifications

BrandTRIPP LITE
ColorBlue
Gauge14
Voltage250 volts
Wattage1875 watts
Amperage15 A
Plug TypeType B
Unit Count3 Feet
Item Length36 inches
Plug FormatType B
Model NumberP005-003-ABL
Input Current15 A
Built-In MediaP005-003-ABL Heavy-Duty Power Extension Cord, Blue, 3 ft.
Item Type NameTripp Lite 3 ft. Heavy Duty Power Extension Cord, C14 to C13, 15A, 14 AWG, Blue (P005-003-ABL)
Mfr Part NumberP005-003-ABL
Connector GenderFemale, Male
Number of Outlets1
Number Of Conductors3
Warranty DescriptionLifetime limited warranty
Power Cord Prong Count3

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