Monoprice

Monoprice Power Cord - NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13, 18AWG, 10A/1250W, 125V, 3-Prong, 8ft, Black

Name: Monoprice Power Cord - NEMA 5-15P to IEC 60320 C13, 18AWG, 10A/1250W, 125V, 3-Prong, 8ft, Black
Brand: Monoprice
SKU: B07NFBCDKB
Price: 4.39 USD
Availability: LimitedAvailability

Bottom line: The Monoprice Power Cord ($4.39 on Amazon as of 2026-10-21 04:23 UTC): 8ft length reaches from a floor power strip to a desk or rack; main trade-off: NEMA 5-15P plug and 125V rating limit it to North American outlets.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-10-21. Price and availability subject to change.

Pros & Cons

Pros

✓ 8ft length reaches from a floor power strip to a desk or rack
✓ 18AWG SVT cord rated 10A / 1250W at 125V for desktop PSUs and monitors
✓ Standard C13 end fits the C14 inlet on most PC power supplies and monitors
✓ Three-prong NEMA 5-15P plug carries the ground to your equipment
✓ Covered by Monoprice Lifetime Warranty on cables

Cons

✗ NEMA 5-15P plug and 125V rating limit it to North American outlets
✗ 10A / 1250W limit rules out gear that needs a heavier-duty cord
✗ Won't fit C7 figure-8 or C5 cloverleaf inlets on consoles and laptop bricks
✗ 8ft can leave extra slack in compact desk or rack setups

Manufacturer description

The Monoprice Power Cord connects a standard NEMA 5-15P three-prong wall outlet to any device with an IEC 60320 C14 inlet. That is the socket on most desktop PC power supplies, CRT and LCD monitors, and many rack-mount and audio devices. It is a plain replacement cord for restoring a retro PC, replacing a lost cord on a vintage monitor, or tidying a home lab. At 8 feet, the cord reaches from a floor-level power strip up to a desk or behind a rack without an extension. It uses 18AWG conductors inside an SVT jacket and is rated for 10A at 125V, or 1250W, which covers typical desktop tower…

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will this cord fit my retro PC power supply or old CRT monitor?

It fits if the device has an IEC 60320 C14 inlet: three flat pins in a recessed socket, the standard on most desktop PSUs and many monitors. It will not fit two-pin C7 or three-lobe C5 inlets.

How much power can this Monoprice cord handle?

It is rated for 10A at 125V, or 1250W. That covers typical desktop tower power supplies, monitors and peripherals.

How long is the cord and what gauge is it?

The cord is 8 feet long with 18AWG conductors in an SVT jacket, and it is black.

Can I use this cord outside North America or on 230V power?

It has a NEMA 5-15P plug, the three-prong North American type, and is rated for 125V. It will not plug into outlets in other regions. Check the product listing before using it on any other voltage.

Does the Monoprice power cord come with a warranty?

Yes. Monoprice offers a Lifetime Warranty on all its cables. Check the product listing for the current warranty terms and how to make a claim.

Key Features

Heavy duty NEMA 5-15P to IEC-320-C13
Buy with confidence: with Monoprice Lifetime Warranty on all cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers
Quality at a fair price: Monoprice rugged design and rigid quality control standards deliver high quality products at fair prices.
Service & Support: you're never on your own with Monoprice products! We have a full team of friendly and knowledgeable technicians available to answer your questions

Full Specifications

Brand	Monoprice
Color	Black
Gauge	18
Voltage	125 volts
Wattage	1250 watts
Amperage	10 A
Plug Type	Type B
Unit Count	8 Feet
Item Length	96 inches
Plug Format	Type B
Model Number	135121
Input Current	10 A
Built-In Media	Power Cord
Mfr Part Number	135121
Connector Gender	Male-to-Female
Number of Outlets	1
Service & Support	you're never on your own with Monoprice products! We have a full team of friendly and knowledgeable technicians available to answer your questions
Buy with confidence	with Monoprice Lifetime Warranty on all cables, you can rest assured we stand behind our products and our customers
Number Of Conductors	3
Warranty Description	Lifetime Warranty

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