Eaton P005-003 - 3 ft C14-to-C13 PDU Power Cord
Overview :
The Eaton P005-003 is a 3 ft C14-to-C13 power extension cord designed to extend or replace power cabling between IT power distribution units (PDUs), UPS systems, servers, and rack-mount equipment. It is used by data-center technicians, rack installers, and facilities teams to manage short connections in rack power chains, provide additional reach for equipment placement, and reduce stress on fixed-length power leads. This cord addresses flexibility needs where existing power cabling is too short or constrained by equipment layout.
Mechanically, P005-003 uses a molded IEC 60320 C14 male plug on one end and a IEC 60320 C13 female receptacle on the other. The cable is built with 14 AWG conductors and an SJT jacket, rated for 15 A at 100-250 VAC across a 0.91 m (3 ft) length, supporting typical power levels for PDUs, UPS outlets, servers, and network devices.
This extension cord is suited for rack-mount and shelf-mounted equipment environments, bridging short gaps between power outlets and equipment in server rooms, closets, and edge racks. Its black jacket and common connectors conform to industry cabling practices, maintaining consistency with standard power infrastructure.
The P005-003 integrates seamlessly with Eaton and Tripp Lite PDUs and UPS units that provide IEC C14 outlets, allowing equipment with C13 inlets to be connected without modifying existing power infrastructure. The cable's rating and jacket type align with general IT environmental requirements but do not imply suitability for outdoor, industrial, or hazardous locations; hardened or specialized power cables should be used in those scenarios.
In practice, use P005-003 when repositioning devices near PDUs or UPS outputs to avoid strained power leads or when adding PDUs with fixed short tails. It is not a replacement for facility branch wiring or primary AC service cabling; always use appropriate building wiring and code-compliant raceways for primary power distribution.
Key Features
• IEC 60320 C14 male to C13 female connectors
• 3 ft (0.91 m) heavy-duty extension length
• 14 AWG conductor for 15 A/250 VAC ratings
• SJT jacket for flexible rack routing
• Black color blends with rack power chains
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|
| Brand | Eaton |
| Part Number | P005-003 |
| Product Type | Power Extension Cord |
| Connector A | IEC 60320 C14 male |
| Connector B | IEC 60320 C13 female |
| Cable Length | 3 ft (0.91 m) |
| Conductor Gauge | 14 AWG |
| Number of Conductors | 3 |
| Jacket Type | SJT |
| Voltage Rating | 100-250 VAC |
| Current Rating | 15 A |
| Cable Color | Black |
| Jacket Material | PVC |
| Operating Temp | -20 °C to +60 °C |
| Compliance | UL, cUL, CSA, RoHS |
| Use Case | Extend PDU/UPS power to devices |
