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Black 8 ft locking power cord with twist-lock L5-20P male plug and C19 female connector

Cable Leader

Cable Leader 8ft NEMA L5-20P to C19 Locking Power Cord 12 AWG 20A/125V Black

SKU CH-1NPA-PSSQE

An 8 ft locking power cord with a twist-lock NEMA L5-20P plug and C19 connector, 12 AWG copper rated 20A/125V for secure server and PDU connections

  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Conductor gauge12 AWG
  • Product typePower
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
  • Twist-lock plug prevents accidental disconnection in racks and under vibration
  • 12 AWG copper conductors rated for 20 A at 125 V with SJT jacket
  • UL Listed and CSA certified (file E210037) plus RoHS compliant
  • Black jacket simplifies circuit identification in dense rack installations
  • 8 ft length reaches from floor PDU to mid-rack equipment

Secure Rack Connection

This eight-foot locking cord links a NEMA L5-20P outlet to a C19 inlet on servers or PDUs. The twist-lock plug prevents accidental disconnection under vibration or cable pull. It is built for data-centre racks where a secure power path is essential. The black SJT jacket aids circuit identification in dense installations.

Thermal and Electrical Ratings

The 12 AWG three-conductor copper cable carries up to 20 A at 125 V with a 105 °C temperature rating and 300 V insulation. UL Listed and CSA certified (file E210037) plus RoHS compliant construction confirm safe continuous operation. No active cooling is required; the cord runs passively within its rated load.

Build Integration

The male L5-20P end fits locking receptacles on rack PDUs or UPS units, while the female C19 end mates with server or network gear inlets. Twelve-gauge conductors suit 20 A circuits where lighter 14, 16 or 18 AWG cords would be undersized. Buyers needing non-locking plugs or lower-amperage cords should choose a different cable.

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Specifications

Product
Product typePower
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector genderMale to Female
Size & build
Overall length8 ft (2.44 m)
Conductor gauge12 AWG

Questions about this item

How do I install the NEMA L5-20P plug so the twist-lock actually holds?

Insert the male L5-20P into the matching locking receptacle, then rotate clockwise until the locking tabs click into the slots; the twist-lock mechanism prevents the cord from being pulled loose in a rack or under vibration.

When will the 12 AWG SJT jacket or the C19 connector need replacement?

The SJT jacket is rated 105C and 300V; inspect periodically for cuts, cracking or discoloration, and replace the cord if the C19 female end shows melted plastic, loose pins or intermittent contact.

At what sustained load does the 12 AWG conductor hit its thermal limit first?

The cord is rated 20A at 125V; continuous operation at or near 20 amps will bring the 12 AWG copper conductors to their temperature ceiling before any other component.

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