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    AC to DC Adapter Cords

    Image of Product. Front orientation. Voltage Adapters. AC to DC Adapter Cords.
    Image of Specification. Negative. Front orientation. Negative Polarity. AC to DC Adapter Cords.

    Negative

    Image of Specification. Positive. Front orientation. Positive Polarity. AC to DC Adapter Cords.

    Positive

    Image of Specification. NEMA 1-15 Plug. Front orientation. NEMA 1-15. AC to DC Adapter Cords.

    NEMA

    1-15

    Plug

    Plug these adapter cords into a standard outlet and they change AC voltage to DC voltage. These cords use switching regulation, so they produce the stated voltage even when your outlet’s power or the power drawn by your device fluctuates. It also means they won’t get too hot. They have an LPS low-voltage output and Class II shock protection, so if something fails inside these cords, they’ll limit the risk of electrical shocks. These cords meet U.S. and Canadian safety standards as well as U.S. DOE (Department of Energy) Level VI standards for energy efficiency.
    When choosing an adapter, match the output voltage and polarity of your device. Look for the polarity illustration on your device or the adapter you're replacing. The current you choose should, at a minimum, match your device. You can choose a higher current, but it will not improve performance.
    Output Connection
    Input Connection
    Negative
    Polarity
    Positive
    Polarity
    Electrical
    Connection
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Current,
    amp
    End ID,
    mm
    End OD,
    mm
    End
    Shape
    Electrical
    Connection
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    NEMA
    Type
    End
    Shape
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Protections Provided
    Certification
    External Power
    Supply Efficiency Std.
    Color
    Each
    Each
    Barrel180.452.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.41-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel180.452.55.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.41-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack00000000000000000000000000
    Barrel180.662.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.41-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel180.662.55.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.41-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel1812.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.51-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel1812.55.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.51-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack00000000000000000000000000
    Barrel181.332.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.81-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel181.332.55.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.81-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel1822.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 24011-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000
    Barrel1822.55.5StraightStraight Blade120, 24011-15
    		90° Elbow6Overvoltage, Short CircuitUL Listed, C-UL Listed
    		DoE Level VIBlack0000000000000000000000000000

    Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters

    Image of Product. IEC C8 Input and Barrel Output. Front orientation. Voltage Adapters. Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters, IEC C8, Barrel Connection.
    Image of Product. IEC C14 Input and Barrel Output. Front orientation. Voltage Adapters. Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters, IEC C14, Barrel Connection.

    IEC C8 Input and Barrel Output

    IEC C14 Input and Barrel Output

    Image of Specification. IEC C8 Input. Front orientation. IEC C8. Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters.
    Image of Specification. IEC C14 Input. Front orientation. IEC C14. Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters.

    IEC C8

    Input

    IEC

    C14

    Input

    Image of Specification. Barrel Output. Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. Contains Border. Barrel Connection. Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters.
    Image of Specification. Positive. Front orientation. Positive Polarity. Detachable-Cord AC to DC Adapters.

    Barrel Output

    Positive

    Couple these adapters with a cord that matches your outlet and length requirements to run DC-powered electronics. Instead of plugging directly into an outlet, the body of these adapters sits on the floor or other surface, so it remains out of the way and won’t block multiple outlets. These adapters use switching regulation—they produce the stated voltage even when your outlet’s power or the power drawn by your device fluctuates. Most have an LPS low-voltage output, so if something fails inside these adapters, they’ll limit the risk of electrical shocks. They meet U.S., Canadian, and European safety standards. Many also meet U.S. and European standards for energy efficiency.
    When choosing an adapter, match the output voltage and polarity of your device. Look for the polarity illustration on your device or the adapter you're replacing. The current you choose should, at a minimum, match your device. You can choose a higher current, but it will not improve performance.
    IEC C8—Adapters with an IEC C8 input require power cords with a C7 socket. With Class II shock protection, they have two levels of insulation that prevent electrical shocks.
    IEC C14—Adapters with an IEC C14 input require power cords with a C13 socket. They have Class I shock protection and prevent electrical shocks with a combination of insulation and a protective ground.
    Output Connection
    Input Connection
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Current,
    amp
    Polarity
    End ID,
    mm
    End OD,
    mm
    End
    Shape
    Electrical
    Connection
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    End
    Shape
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Shock Protection
    Class
    Protections Provided
    Color
    Each
    IEC C8 Input × Barrel Output
    181.1Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.5Straight5IIOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack00000000000000
    182Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2401Straight5IIOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack0000000000000
    183.6Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2401.4Straight5IIOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack0000000000000
     
    IEC C14 Input × Barrel Output
    181.1Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.5Straight5IOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack0000000000000
    182Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2401Straight5IOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack0000000000000
    183.6Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2401.4Straight5IOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack0000000000000
    185Positive2.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2401.2Straight5IOvercurrent, Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack0000000000000
     

    International AC to DC Adapter Cords

    Image of Product. Adapter. Front orientation. Voltage Adapters. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.

    Adapter

    Image of Specification. AS 3112 Plug (Australia and New Zealand). Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. AS/NZS 3112. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.
    Image of Specification. BS 1363 Plug (United Kingdom ). Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. BS 1363. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.
    Image of Specification. CEE 7/16 Plug (European Union). Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. CEE 7/16. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.

    AS 3112 Plug

    (Australia and

    New Zealand)

    BS 1363 Plug

    (United Kingdom )

    CEE 7/16 Plug

    (European Union)

    Image of Specification. NEMA 1-15 Plug (North America). Front orientation. ZoomedIn view. NEMA 1-15. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.
    Image of Specification. Negative. Front orientation. Negative Polarity. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.
    Image of Specification. Positive. Front orientation. Positive Polarity. International AC to DC Adapter Cords.

    NEMA 1-15 Plug

    (North America)

    Negative

    Positive

    Swap the plug to match the outlet of the region you’re in instead of using separate cords for each country. These adapter cords convert AC voltage to power DC electronics. Designed with switching regulation, they maintain consistent voltage during power fluctuations and don’t get too hot. They meet U.S., Canadian, European, Australian, New Zealand, and Chinese safety standards.
    A limited power source (LPS) low-voltage output decreases the risk of electric shock if something fails inside these cords. Class II shock protection means they have two levels of insulation. These cords meet U.S. DOE (Department of Energy) Level VI standards for energy efficiency when they're in-use, as well as when they're plugged in but not in use.
    Choose an adapter cord with an output voltage that matches the voltage of your device. The polarity of the adapter cord and your device must also be the same. Look for the polarity illustration on your device or the adapter cord you’re replacing and pick a cord to match.
    Output Connection
    Input Connection
    Negative
    Polarity
    Positive
    Polarity
    Electrical
    Connection
    Voltage,
    V DC
    Current,
    amp
    End ID,
    mm
    End OD,
    mm
    End
    Shape
    Electrical
    Connection
    Voltage, V AC
    Current,
    amp
    End
    Shape
    Lg.,
    ft.
    Protections Provided
    Color
    Each
    Each
    AS/NZS 3112, BS 1363, CEE 7/16, × NEMA 1-15 Plugs
    Barrel181.332.15.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.890° Elbow5Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack00000000000000000000000000
    Barrel181.332.55.5StraightStraight Blade120, 2400.890° Elbow5Overvoltage, Short CircuitBlack000000000000000000000000
     
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