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Sure-Grip Power Cords
Also known as hospital-grade cords, these cords have an extra-tight connection to prevent them from detaching. The plug is marked with a green dot.
Cord | |||||||||||
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| Wire Gauge  | Current, A | Voltage | Lg. | OD | Insulation Material | Industry Designation | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | Color | Each | |
NEMA 5-15 Plug × Wire Leads | |||||||||||
| 16 | 13 | 125V AC | 12 ft. | 0.31" | PVC Plastic | SJT | 0° to 140° | UL Listed, CSA Certified | Gray | 00000000 | 000000 |
Turn-Lock Power Cords
The plug on these cords turns to lock in an outlet, so they remain securely attached in high-vibration applications.
Cord | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEMA Style | Wire Gauge | Current, A | Voltage | Lg., ft. | OD | Insulation Material | Industry Designation | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | Color | Each | |
NEMA Plug × Wire Leads | ||||||||||||
| L5-20 | 12 | 20 | 125V AC | 12 | 0.42" | PVC Plastic | SJT | 0° to 140° | UL Listed, C-UL Listed | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
Electronic Equipment Turn-Lock Power Cords
Use these cords with computers, lab equipment, and office machines that have IEC connections. They have a plug that turns to lock in an outlet, so they remain securely attached in high-vibration applications.
Cord | |||||||||||
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| Wire Gauge | Current, A | Voltage | Lg., ft. | OD | Insulation Material | Industry Designation | Temp. Range, °F | Specifications Met | Color | Each | |
NEMA L6-30 Plug × IEC C19 Socket | |||||||||||
| 12 | 20 | 250V AC | 12 | 0.43" | PVC Plastic | SJT | 0° to 140° | UL Listed, C-UL Listed, IEC 60320 | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
Deutsch-Style Power Cords
Use these cords in vehicles and other agricultural and construction equipment. The industry designation is SOOW, so the inner and outer insulation resists oil.
Continuous-Flex Ethernet Cords
Often used in automated applications such as robotics, these cords withstand continuous motion without degrading data transmission. The shielding blocks signal interference from nearby equipment and devices. They send data between computers, printers, servers, and switches. For faster data transmission speeds, choose a cord with a higher industry designation category. They’re backward compatible, so they work in networks that meet the same or a lower category. All stand up to some abrasion.
Cords with polyurethane rubber insulation resist abrasion better and bend further than cords with PVC plastic insulation. You can use them indoors or outdoors, though you shouldn’t use them in harsh settings. They’re halogen free.
Cord | |||||||||
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| Lg., ft. | Insulation Material | OD | Transmission Frequency | Wire Gauge | Shield Type | Temperature Range, °F | Color | Each | |
RJ45 Plug × RJ45 Plug | |||||||||
Ethernet Cable Category 6A | |||||||||
| 12 | Polyurethane Rubber | 0.36" | 500 MHz | 24 | Braid, Foil | -20° to 155° | Green | 0000000 | 0000000 |
Continuous-Flex USB Cords
Often used in automated applications such as robotics, these cords withstand continuous motion without degrading data transmission. They have braided metal shielding, which reduces signal interference from nearby equipment and devices. All are backward compatible, so they work with cords and connectors that meet the same or lower USB standard.
| Lg., ft. | USB Standard | Transmission Speed, Mbps | Shield Type | Environment | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Color | Each | |
| 12 | 2.0 | 480 | Braid | Clean Room | ISO Class 1 | UL Recognized Component, C-UL Recognized Component | Purple | 0000000 | 0000000 |
High-Temperature Continuous-Flex USB Cords
Often used in robotics, packaging, conveyors, and other applications with constant movement and high temperatures, these silicone rubber cords bend and flex at temperatures up to 325° F. Because of their flexibility, they can withstand frequent movement without degrading data transmission. They also have braided metal shielding, which reduces signal interference from nearby equipment and devices. With a flat construction, these cords take up half as much space as round cords and easily fit inside enclosures and other tight areas. These cords also stand up to water, oil, and UV rays, making them good for use indoors and outdoors. They’re rated ISO Class 1 for use in clean room applications.
All are backward compatible, so they work with cords and connectors that meet the same or lower USB standard—the higher the USB standard, the faster cords can transmit data. The USB connections at each end of these cords withstand temperatures up to 185° F.
| Lg., ft. | Width | Thickness | Shielding | Shield Type | Cord Insulation Material | Temperature Range, °F | Environment | Environmental Rating | Specifications Met | Color | Each | |
USB 2.0—480Mbps Transmission Speed | ||||||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 0.31" | 0.15" | Shielded | Braid | Silicone Rubber | -85° to 325° | Clean Room | ISO Class 1 | CSA Certified, CE Marked, UL 94 V-0, UL Recognized Component | Clear | 00000000 | 0000000 |
USB 3.2 Gen 1—5Gb/s Transmission Speed | ||||||||||||
| 12 | 0.62" | 0.18" | Shielded | Braid | Silicone Rubber | -85° to 325° | Clean Room | ISO Class 1 | CSA Certified, CE Marked, UL 94 V-0, UL Recognized Component | Clear | 00000000 | 000000 |
D-Sub Cords
Connect computers, monitors, printers, and other devices with DB connections.
RS-232 cords transmit data between a modem and another device, such as a computer.
Parallel cords connect a computer to a printer.
Double-shielded cords have braid and foil for better protection against signal interference than shielded cords. However, the extra shielding adds diameter and reduces flexibility. They’re used in steel mills, machine tool plants, and other heavy processing facilities.
| Length, ft. | Shield Type | Cord OD | Color | Each | |
RS-232—Double Shielded | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Braid, Foil | 0.24" | Beige | 00000000 | 000000 |
| Length, ft. | Shield Type | Cord OD | Color | Each | |
RS-232—Double Shielded | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Braid, Foil | 0.24" | Beige | 00000000 | 000000 |
| Length, ft. | Shield Type | Cord OD | Color | Each | |
Parallel Port—Double Shielded | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Braid, Foil | 0.32" | Beige | 00000000 | 000000 |
| Length, ft. | Shield Type | Cord OD | Color | Each | |
Parallel Port—Double Shielded | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | Braid, Foil | 0.32" | Beige | 00000000 | 000000 |
Coaxial Cords
Transmit audio, video, and data signals over long distances with minimal signal loss.
Push in RCA and S-video cords to connect.
BNC cords attach with a quarter turn.
SMA and F-Type cords screw on.
RG-58/U and RG-59/U cords are good for low frequency transmissions such as radio signals.
RG-6/U cords are good for medium to high frequency transmissions and are often used in satellite signal transmission.
| Lg., ft. | Cord Wd. | Resistance, ohms | Wire Gauge | Color | Connection End Color | Each | |
| 12 | 0.22" | 75 | 30 | Black | Red, White | 0000000 | 00000 |
| Lg., ft. | Cord Wd. | Resistance, ohms | Wire Gauge | Color | Connection End Color | Each | |
| 12 | 0.72" | 75 | 20 | Black | Blue, Green, Red | 0000000 | 000000 |
| Lg., ft. | Cord OD | Resistance, ohms | Wire Gauge | Color | Each | |
| 12 | 0.2" | 75 | 28 | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
| Lg., ft. | Cord OD | Resistance, ohms | Wire Gauge | Color | Each | |
RG-59/U | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 0.24" | 75 | 22 | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
| Lg., ft. | Cord OD | Resistance, ohms | Wire Gauge | Color | Each | |
RG-6/U | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 | 0.33" | 75 | 18 | Black | 0000000 | 000000 |
Continuous-Flex Coaxial Cords
Often used in automated applications such as robotics, these cords withstand continuous motion without degrading data transmission. Use them to transmit audio, video, and data signals over long distances with minimal signal loss. They’re RG-58/U or RG-59/U, so they’re good for low frequency transmissions such as radio signals. All have BNC plugs that attach with a quarter turn.
Audio Equipment Cords
Hook up speakers to an audio signal. These cords have shielding to block signal interference from nearby equipment and devices.
