From RS Pro a high quality and durable power cable assembly or power cord for connecting an appliance to a South African mains power supply. This power cord is fully equipped with South African 3 pin mains plug on one end and an IEC C13 type connector on the other that connects to the appliance. The power lead features integrated strain reliefs that provide additional protection and support to the connectors

Power cable assemblies are electrical cables that are pre-terminated with a plug or socket connector. Power cable assemblies can be terminated with connectors on both ends of the cable, or just one. Depending on the application, there are various types to suit a wide range of requirements.

This power cord is terminated with a fully moulded IEC C13 plug which is used to connect the power cord to an appliance which has an IEC C14 inlet. The IEC C13 connector has 3 pins, a rated current of 10 A and a maximum temperature rating of 70°C, and is sometimes referred to as an IEC ’cold connectors’. IEC connectors conform to IEC-60320 specifications laid down by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) to ensure the connectors meet common global design standards

This power lead has an H05VV-F harmonised cable which means it belongs to the Harmonised reference system and conforms to the European Harmonisation Standard. This purpose of this standard is to improve standards and quality of cables across Europe to ensure the trade of common standard product.

• Flexible and durable H05VV-F harmonised cable with a stranded wire core and PVC insulation and sheath
• 3 pin South African mains plug rated at 240 V, 16 A
• IEC C13 connector
• Fully moulded connectors for strength and durability
• Integrated strain relief for connection support and protection

IEC C13 power cords or IEC leads are for use with IEC Class I appliances and are mainly used in computer equipment but can also be used in some domestic and commercial appliances. The most common applications include the following:

• Personal Computers and hard drives
• Test equipment
• Power distribution devices
• Server and network equipment
• Instrumentation amplifiers
• IT equipment

A range of electrical appliance connecting leads, the majority of which are terminated with connectors that conform to IEC 60320. The IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission) is the international standards and conformity assessment body. The drawing illustrates the range of connector types offered within this section - The 'odd' 'C' numbers refer to a socket type connector - mains input - and the 'even' 'C' numbers refer to a plug type connector - the appliance inlet.