Hospital-Grade Outlets | McMaster-Carr

	NEMA Style NEMA Style

	5-15		5-20
	6-15		6-20

	Type Type

Receptacle

Plug

Socket

	Receptacle Type Receptacle Type

Duplex

Quad

	Current Current

13A

15A

20A

	Color Color

	Ivory		Red
	Clear		White
	Black		Brown
	Gray		Orange

	Shape Shape

	Voltage Voltage

125V AC

250V AC

	For Wire Gauge For Wire Gauge

	Number of Slots Number of Slots

	Grounding Grounding

Grounded

Non-Grounded

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Specifications Met Specifications Met

CSA

Fed. Spec.

UL 94

	Gender Gender

Female

Male

	Receptacle Terminal Location Receptacle Terminal Location

Side

Back

	Number of Outlets Number of Outlets

	Protection Type Protection Type

Circuit Breaker

GFCI

Surge Suppression

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

RoHS Compliant with
Exemptions

	For Minimum Cable OD For Minimum Cable OD

0.23"

0.25"

0.3"

	Material Material

Steel

Aluminum

	Cord Length Cord Length

1 1/2 ft.

6 ft.

15 ft.

	Total Number of Outlets Total Number of Outlets

	Outlet Color Outlet Color

	White		Black
	Gray		Red
	Ivory

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

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About Industry Designation for Cable Insulation

About Extension Cords

About NEMA Plugs, Sockets, and Receptacles

Sure-Grip Straight-Blade Plugs, Sockets, and Receptacles

Also known as hospital-grade connectors, these have an extra-tight fit when mated to remain secure in high-vibration environments. The housing is impact-resistant plastic.

Plugs and sockets are clear so you can view wire connections. 90° elbow plugs have a rotating face to plug in at any angle.

Duplex receptacles fit standard wall plates (not included).

Quad receptacles have four outlets that are internally connected and can be wired as a single circuit or split into two circuits.

Note: The current rating of your plug should not exceed that of your socket or receptacle.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Three-Blade Plugs

NEMA 5-15 Male

NEMA 5-20 Male

NEMA 6-15 Male

NEMA 6-20 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Features	Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	Black	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	Black	0000000	00000
6-15	250V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	Black	0000000	00000
6-20	250V AC	20A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	Black	0000000	00000

Three-Blade 90° Elbow Plugs

NEMA 5-15 Male

NEMA 5-20 Male

NEMA 6-15 Male

NEMA 6-20 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Features	Specifications Met	Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.25"-0.66"	Green Dot, Rotating Face	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Clear	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.25"-0.66"	Green Dot, Rotating Face	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Clear	0000000	00000
6-15	250V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.3"-0.63"	Green Dot, Rotating Face	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Clear	0000000	00000
6-20	250V AC	20A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.3"-0.63"	Green Dot, Rotating Face	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Clear	0000000	00000

Three-Slot Sockets

NEMA 5-15 Female

NEMA 5-20 Female

NEMA 6-15 Female

NEMA 6-20 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Features	Specifications Met	Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Black	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Black	0000000	00000
6-15	250V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Black	0000000	00000
6-20	250V AC	20A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.72"	Green Dot, Clear Face	UL Listed, C-UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Black	0000000	00000

Three-Slot Duplex Female Receptacles

NEMA 5-15 Female

NEMA 5-20 Female

NEMA 6-15 Female

NEMA 6-20 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	For Wire Gauge	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Features	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	14-10	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Ivory, Red	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	Screw Terminals	14-10	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Ivory, Red	0000000	00000
6-15	250V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	14-10	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Ivory	0000000	00000
6-20	250V AC	20A	Screw Terminals	14-10	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Ivory, Red	0000000	00000

Three-Slot Quad Female Receptacles

NEMA 5-15 Female

NEMA 5-20 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	For Wire Gauge	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Features	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	14-12	Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot	UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 498	Gray, Ivory, Red, White	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	Screw Terminals	14-12	Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot	UL Listed, CSA Certified, UL 498	Gray, Ivory, Red, White	0000000	00000

GFCI Sure-Grip Straight-Blade Receptacles

Keep personnel safe from electric shock by adding ground fault protection. Also known as hospital-grade receptacles, these have an extra-tight fit when mated with plugs to remain secure in high-vibration environments.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Three-Slot Duplex Female Receptacles

NEMA 5-15 Female

NEMA 5-20 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Features	Includes	Specifications Met	Choose a Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot, Power-Indicating Light, Test Button	Wall Plate	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Brown, Ivory, White	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Green Dot, Power-Indicating Light, Test Button	Wall Plate	UL Listed, CSA Certified, Fed. Spec. W-C-596, UL 498	Brown, Ivory, White	0000000	00000

Power-Indicating Sure-Grip Straight-Blade Plugs

Visually confirm these plugs have power; they have an indicating light that is visible from any angle. Also known as hospital-grade plugs, they have an extra-tight fit when mated with sockets or receptacles to remain secure in high-vibration environments. The housing is impact-resistant plastic.

Note: The current rating of your plug should not exceed that of your socket or receptacle.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Three-Blade Plugs

NEMA 5-15 Male

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	OD	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Features	Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	1.5"	Screw Terminals	0.3"-0.66"	Green Dot, Power-Indicating Light	Clear	0000000	000000

Sure-Grip Straight-Blade Plugs with Fuse Holder

Add a fuse to protect equipment from current overload. If the current exceeds the fuse rating, the fuse breaks the circuit. Fuse is sold separately. Plugs have an extra-tight fit when mated with sockets or receptacles to remain secure in high-vibration environments. Also known as hospital-grade plugs.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Three-Blade Plugs

NEMA 5-15 Male

					For Fuse
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	For Cable OD	Type	O'all Dia.	O'all Lg.	Current	Features	Color		Each
Grounded
5-15	125V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	0.23"-0.66"	Ceramic	1/4"	1 1/4"	1/4A-15A	Green Dot	Clear	0000000	000000

Fuses

							Pkg.
Fuse Type	Voltage	Overall Dia.	Overall Lg.	Choose a Current	Pkg. Qty.		1-9	10-Up
Ceramic	250V AC/125V DC	1/4"	1 1/4"	2A, 2 1/2A, 3A, 4A, 5A, 6A	5	0000000	00000	00000
Ceramic	250V AC/125V DC	1/4"	1 1/4"	7A, 8A, 10A, 12A, 15A	5	00000000	0000	0000
Ceramic	250V AC/125V DC	1/4"	1 1/4"	1/4A, 1/2A, 3/4A, 1A, 1 1/2A	5	0000000	0000	0000

Surge-Suppressing Straight-Blade Receptacles

Prevent damage to electronic equipment caused by spikes in voltage. An indicating light turns green when receptacles have power and are protected. A flashing red light and an audible alarm indicate power but no surge protection. Receptacles provide an extra-tight fit when mated with a plug to remain secure in high-vibration environments. They're also known as hospital-grade receptacles. All fit standard GFCI wall plates (not included).

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Three-Slot Duplex Female Receptacles

NEMA 5-15 Female

NEMA 5-20 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Features	Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Audible Alarm with On/Off Switch, Green Dot, Power-Indicating Light	Ivory	0000000	000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Audible Alarm with On/Off Switch, Green Dot, Power-Indicating Light	Ivory	000000	00000

Interference-Limiting Surge-Suppressing Straight-Blade Receptacles

Receptacles protect sensitive equipment from electromagnetic interference (EMI) and spikes in voltage. An isolated ground connection blocks EMI. The indicating light turns green when receptacles have power and are protected. A flashing red light and an audible alarm indicate power but no surge protection. When mated with a plug, receptacles provide an extra-tight fit to remain secure in high-vibration applications. Also known as hospital-grade receptacles. They fit standard GFCI wall plates (not included).

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Three-Slot Duplex Female Receptacles

NEMA 5-15 Female

NEMA 5-20 Female

Grounded
NEMA Style	Voltage	Current	Wire Connection Type	Receptacle Terminal Location	Mounting Location	Features	Color		Each
5-15	125V AC	15A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Audible Alarm with On/Off Switch, Green Dot, Green Triangle, Isolated Ground Connection, Power-Indicating Light	Orange	000000	0000000
5-20	125V AC	20A	Screw Terminals	Back, Side	Outlet Box	Audible Alarm with On/Off Switch, Green Dot, Green Triangle, Isolated Ground Connection, Power-Indicating Light	Orange	000000	000000

Sure-Grip Outlet Strips

Outlet Strip

Outlet Strip with Outlet Covers

NEMA 5-15 Plug

NEMA 5-15 Socket

Also known as hospital-grade outlet strips, these outlets have an extra-tight fit to prevent plugs from detaching. They are marked with a green dot. A circuit breaker prevents damage from current overload and short circuits.

Surge suppression outlet strips protect against damage from voltage spikes. The surge rating indicates how much energy the outlet strip can absorb before it needs to be replaced.

Outlet covers protect outlets from dust when not in use.

Fasten mounting clips to a surface, and snap the channel on the back of outlet strips into the clips.

Outlet Strips													Replacement Mounting Clips
No. of Outlets	Outlet Ctr.-to-Ctr.	Cord Lg., ft.	Current, A	Voltage	Features	Material	Surge Rating	Protection Type	Includes	Specifications Met		Each	Pkg. Qty.		Pkg.
NEMA 5-15 Socket with NEMA 5-15 Plug
4	1 1/2"	6	15	125V AC	Green Dot	Aluminum	__	Circuit Breaker	Mounting Clips	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	00000000	0000000	3	0000000	00000
4	1 1/2"	15	15	125V AC	Green Dot	Aluminum	__	Circuit Breaker	Mounting Clips	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	00000000	000000	3	0000000	0000
4	3 1/2"	15	15	125V AC	Green Dot, Outlet Covers	Steel	__	Circuit Breaker	__	__	00000000	000000	__	000000	00
6	1 1/2"	1 1/2	15	125V AC	Green Dot	Steel	__	Circuit Breaker	Mounting Clips	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	00000000	00000	__	000000	00
6	1 1/2"	6	15	125V AC	Green Dot	Aluminum	__	Circuit Breaker	Mounting Clips	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	00000000	000000	3	0000000	0000
6	1 1/2"	15	15	125V AC	Green Dot	Aluminum	__	Circuit Breaker	Mounting Clips	UL Listed, C-UL Listed	00000000	000000	3	0000000	0000
6	1 1/2"	15	15	125V AC	Green Dot, Lighted Power Switch	Steel	1050J	Circuit Breaker, Surge Suppression	__	UL Listed	0000000	000000	__	000000	00
6	1 1/2"	15	15	125V AC	Green Dot, Outlet Covers	Steel	__	Circuit Breaker	__	__	00000000	000000	__	000000	00

Sure-Grip Extension Cords

NEMA 5-15 Plug

NEMA 5-15 Socket

Also known as hospital-grade cords, these have extra-tight connections to prevent them from detaching. The connectors are marked with a green dot.

					Cord
Wire Gauge	Current, A	Voltage	Power-Indicating Light	Features	OD	Insulation Material	Industry Designation	Specifications Met	Color		Each
NEMA 5-15 Plug × NEMA 5-15 Socket
6 ft.
16	13	125V AC	Without Power-Indicating Light	Green Dot	0.32"	PVC Plastic	SJT	UL Listed, CSA Certified	Gray	000000	000000
14	15	125V AC	Without Power-Indicating Light	Green Dot	0.36"	PVC Plastic	SJT	UL Listed, CSA Certified	Gray	000000	00000
15 ft.
16	13	125V AC	Without Power-Indicating Light	Green Dot	0.32"	PVC Plastic	SJT	UL Listed, CSA Certified	Gray	000000	00000
14	15	125V AC	Without Power-Indicating Light	Green Dot	0.36"	PVC Plastic	SJT	UL Listed, CSA Certified	Gray	000000	00000

Ready-to-Use Steel Outlet Boxes

These boxes come ready to use with receptacles and/or light switches installed. Use the included plug-in connectors with wire leads to connect the receptacles and/or light switches. See information about NEMA straight-blade receptacles.

Tamper-resistant receptacles have internal shutters, which prevent the insertion of foreign objects and accidental contact with power.

Sure-grip receptacles, also known as hospital-grade receptacles, have an extra-tight fit when mated to remain secure in high-vibration environments.

For technical drawings and 3-D models, click on a part number.

Boxes with NEMA Outlets

With 2 Sure-Grip Outlets

With 4 Sure-Grip Tamper-Resistant Outlets

With 4 Sure-Grip Outlets

NEMA 5-15 Outlet

NEMA 5-20 Outlet

Interior of Cover

				Wire Leads for Outlets
Industry Designation	NEMA Style	Voltage	Current, A	No. of	Gauge	Industry Designation	Lg.	Ht.	Wd.	Dp.	No. of Knockouts	Knockout Trade Size	Material	Features	Choose an Outlet Color		Each
With 2 Sure-Grip Outlets
1 Gang	5-15	125V AC	15	3	12	THHN	6"	4"	2 1/8"	1 7/8"	10	1/2	Zinc-Plated Steel	__	Black, Gray, White	00000000	000000
1 Gang	5-20	125V AC	20	3	12	THHN	6"	4"	2 1/8"	1 7/8"	10	1/2	Zinc-Plated Steel	__	Black, White	00000000	00000
With 4 Tamper-Resistant Sure-Grip Outlets
2 Gang	5-15	125V AC	15	3	12	THHN	6"	4"	4"	2 1/8"	16	1/2, 3/4	Zinc-Plated Steel	Internal Shutters	Ivory, Red, White	00000000	00000
2 Gang	5-20	125V AC	20	3	12	THHN	6"	4"	4"	2 1/8"	16	1/2, 3/4	Zinc-Plated Steel	Internal Shutters	Black, White	00000000	00000
With 4 Sure-Grip Outlets
2 Gang	5-15	125V AC	15	3	12	THHN	6"	4"	4"	2 1/8"	16	1/2, 3/4	Zinc-Plated Steel	__	Black, Gray, White	0000000	00000
2 Gang	5-20	125V AC	20	3	12	THHN	6"	4"	4"	2 1/8"	16	1/2, 3/4	Zinc-Plated Steel	__	Black, Gray, Red, White	00000000	00000

Replacement Plug-In Connectors

For Device Type		Each
NEMA Outlet, GFCI Outlet	0000000	00000