RS PRO C20 Cable Mount IEC Connector Male, 16A, 250 V ac

IEC Plug C20, Cable Mount Rewireable Connector

IEC plug C20 variant, cable mount rewireable inlet connector with nylon-6 body and tin plated copper alloy mating contacts and screw terminals, rated at 16A (VDE), 250Vac. This C20 connector offers a hardwearing durable solution for many applications that require an IEC C20 cable mount plug connector.

What are IEC C20 Connectors?

HV Breakdown Test for 1 Minute: 2KVac
Insulation Resistance at 500Vdc 1000 MΩ min.
Permissible Temperature with/without load: 0 to 70 °C
Current Rating 16Amps (VDE), 250Vac
Contact Resistance 10 mΩ max.

An IEC C20 connector is sometimes referred to as a ’cold’ connector. The IEC plug is a 3 wire two pole connector, neutral, earth and live. The C20 male connectors have a rated current of 16A and a maximum temperature rating of 70°C. This series of connectors conform to a recognised set of specifications called IEC-60320. The regulations are laid down by the IEC (International Electrotechnical Commission). This ensures they meet common global design standards.

Features and Benefits

• Rated at 250 V ac 16A (VDE) maximum
• Insulation Resistance at 500 VDC 100 MΩ Min
• Contact Resistance 10 mΩ Max
• 0 to +65°C temperature range
• HV Breakdown Test for 1 Minute: 2KVac
• Nylon 6 FR V-2
• Appliance Class - Class I – Cold Condition
• Maximum temperature (for pin) +65°C
• Screw terminals, simple to terminate
• Easy to assemble – no special tooling required
• Fully moulded connector design for strength and durability
• Reliable integrated strain relief for connection support and protection

Applications

The RS PRO C20 cable connectors are suitable for a wide range of industrial and commercial applications where higher currents are necessary. The electrical connectors are designed to mate with C19 appliance outlets or C19 sockets. Some of the more common applications include;

• High power workstations and servers
• UPSs (Uninterruptable Power Supply)
• PDUs (Power Distribution Unit)
• Large network routers and switches
• Medical equipment

FAQ

Q - Are the IEC mains type connectors easy to connect?
A - Yes, the RS PRO IEC rewirable connectors have screw terminals. They are very easy to assemble.
Q - Are there any compatible mating IEC 60320 connectors available?
A –Yes, for typical mating parts see associated connectors,
776-9129 – IEC C19 female connector, cable mount
776-9144 - IEC C19 female connector, snap-in panel mount

Note

For associated connectors see 776-9129 , 776-9144

Standards

VDE, CE