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Monoprice Power Cord - NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13, 18AWG, 10A/1250W, 125V, 3-Prong, 6ft, Blue
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Monoprice Power Cord - NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13, 18AWG, 10A/1250W, 125V, 3-Prong, 6ft, Blue

Bottom line: The Monoprice Power Cord: NEMA 5-15P to IEC C13 fits PCs, monitors, UPS, and most C14 devices; main trade-off: 18AWG not for high-draw gear needing 14AWG/15A cords.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ NEMA 5-15P to IEC C13 fits PCs, monitors, UPS, and most C14 devices
  • ✓ 18AWG conductors rated 10A/1250W at 125V for standard desktop loads
  • ✓ 6ft reach connects to wall outlets, UPS, or power strips
  • ✓ Grounded 3-prong plug suits retro PC and AT-style power supplies

Cons

  • ✗ 18AWG not for high-draw gear needing 14AWG/15A cords
  • ✗ Fixed 6ft length; no shorter or longer option in this SKU
  • ✗ C13 end won't fit C6 cloverleaf or C5 device inlets
  • ✗ Blue jacket stands out in all-black cable builds

Manufacturer description

Connect your computer, monitor, power adapter, or other device with a male IEC 60320 C14 panel connector to a standard US AC wall outlet using this cable. This cable features a standard, ground NEMA 5-15P plug on one end and an IEC 60320 C13 connector on the other end. Simply mate the female C13 connector with the male C14 connector on your device, then plug the NEMA connector into a nearby AC power outlet, UPS, or other AC power source.

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Monoprice Power Cord 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.

Key Features

  • Connect your computer, monitor, power adapter, or other device with a male IEC 60320 C14 panel connector to a standard US AC wall outlet using this cable.
  • This cable features a standard, ground NEMA 5-15P plug on one end and an IEC 60320 C13 connector on the other end
  • Simply mate the female C13 connector with the male C14 connector on your device, then plug the NEMA connector into a nearby AC power outlet
  • Quality at a Fair Price: Monoprice's rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices.

Full Specifications

BrandMonoprice
ColorBlue
Gauge18.0
Voltage125 Volts
Wattage1250 watts
Amperage10 Amps
Plug TypeType B
UL ListedNo
Unit Count6.0 Feet
Item Length72 Inches
Plug FormatType B
Model Number133604
Input Current10 Amps
Built-In MediaPower Cable
Mfr Part Number133604
Connector GenderMale-to-Female
Special FeaturesNot_Performance_Used
Number of Outlets1
Case Material TypePolycarbonate
Number Of Conductors3

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