IEC 60320 is an international standard published by the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC), titled "Appliance couplers for household and similar general purposes". It specifies the dimensional, electrical, and safety requirements for couplers used to connect power supply cords to electrical appliances, covering voltages up to 250 V a.c. and currents up to 16 A. The standard is divided into several parts, with the most important being IEC 60320‑1 (General requirements), which has undergone multiple revisions: the first edition was published in 1994, the second in 2001, the third in 2015, and the latest effective edition is the fourth edition, IEC 60320‑1:2021, released on 27 July 2021. Additional parts include IEC 60320‑2‑X series for specific applications (e.g., sewing machine couplers, couplers with higher IP ratings) and IEC 60320‑3 for standard sheets and gauges.
| Plug / Connector Standard: | IEC 60320 C13 |
| Approvals: | UL/ETL/cULus, TUV, VDE, KC, PSE Certifications |
| Maximum Current rating: | 10A, 13A, 15A |
| Maximum Voltage: | 125V/250V |
| Number of Poles and Wires: | 3 poles, 3 wires |
| Indoor/Outdoor: | Both Available |
| Copper Conductor Material: | Oxygen free Copper (OFCU) |
| Outer Jacket Material: | PVC, Rubber, Halogen-Free, Textile braid |
| Blade Material: | Nickel Coated Brass |
| Flamability Rating: | UL 94V-0 |
| Color | Black / White are standards, but any color available customized |
| Environmental Certifications: | RoHS, Reach, PAHs, Prop 65 |
| Testing: | Hi-Pot (Dielectric Withstanding Voltage), Polarity (pinout) and Continuity |
| Country of Origin: | Made In China |
| Packing: | Standard Export Carton, Pallets |
Common questions about this IEC 60320 cord connector
