StarTech 8723-8600-POWER-CORD IEC C14 to Dual C13 Power Cord Splitter

Overview

The StarTech 8723-8600-POWER-CORD is a 6-foot (1.8m) power cord splitter that converts a single IEC 60320 C14 inlet into two IEC 60320 C13 outlets — a practical solution when you need to connect two C13-terminated devices to a single PDU or UPS C14 output without adding another strip or consuming an additional rack circuit. Whether you are powering a pair of surveillance power supplies, a camera encoder alongside a network switch, or two pieces of AV equipment in a tight rack, this splitter keeps wiring clean and circuit counts low. The 8723-8600-POWER-CORD (often searched as 8723 8600 POWER CORD) is rated at 10A / 250V, making it suitable for a wide range of commercial and data-center power environments.

Key Features

• Single C14 to Dual C13 Configuration (10A / 250V): One standard IEC 60320 C14 male plug connects to any PDU, UPS, or power strip C14 socket and immediately delivers two C13 female outlets downstream. Both outputs share the 10A upstream rating — plan your connected load accordingly so the combined draw stays safely below that limit and you avoid nuisance trips.
• 18 AWG / 3-Conductor SJT Cable: The SJT (service junior thermoplastic) jacket designation means this cable is built for dry, damp, and indoor commercial environments. Three conductors carry line, neutral, and ground — full safety grounding is maintained to both C13 outlets, not just the primary leg. At 18 AWG, the wire gauge is well-matched to loads under 10A at 250V without unnecessary heat buildup in a bundled rack.
• VW-1 Fire Rating: VW-1 (Vertical Wire flame) is the UL flame-resistance standard for individual wires. A cable rated VW-1 is self-extinguishing in the vertical position — a meaningful safety characteristic inside enclosed rack cabinets where a failing device could expose adjacent cables to heat. This rating is a common requirement in commercial and data-center specifications.
• 6-foot (1.8m) Overall Length: The 6ft run gives you enough slack to reach a C14 socket on a mid-rack PDU and still route two C13 tails to devices mounted a few rack units away, without creating a tangle of excess cable. If your PDU is ceiling-mounted or at the bottom of a tall cabinet, measure before ordering — this length is fixed.
• 0.33-inch (8.5mm) Cable OD: The outer diameter keeps the cable manageable in tight cable trays or Velcro bundles. Thicker-jacketed Y-splitters can become difficult to route around cable managers; this profile fits through standard 1U cable management rings without forcing.
• Wide Operating Temperature Range (-20°C to 105°C / -4°F to 221°F): The 105°C upper limit on the insulation rating means this cable tolerates the thermal environment inside a densely loaded rack enclosure, where ambient temperatures can climb well above room temperature. The -20°C lower limit covers unheated mechanical rooms and cold-climate equipment closets without insulation cracking.
• 12.5 oz (354g) Product Weight: Light enough not to stress the C14 socket on a PDU with its own weight when both C13 connectors are loaded with device power cords. This is a non-trivial consideration with Y-adapters — a heavy splitter plus two loaded cords can torque the PDU inlet over time.

Integration and Compatibility

The IEC 60320 C14-to-C13 interface is one of the most universal power connector pairings in commercial IT and security infrastructure. The 8723-8600-POWER-CORD will mate with virtually any rack PDU, UPS output strip, or power distribution panel that exposes C14 sockets. On the C13 side, compatible devices include IP cameras with external power supplies, network switches, patch panel power inserts, NAS units, and small-form-factor servers. Review the network switch and associated power supply specs in your rack — C13 inlets rated up to 10A per outlet are the target pairing. Do not use this splitter to combine loads exceeding 10A total; the upstream C14 socket and PDU circuit breaker will see the sum of both loads. For camera-heavy deployments, pairing this with a PoE switch that draws under 5A at 120/240V allows the second C13 to power a companion device cleanly within the 10A budget. If you are specifying power infrastructure for a multi-camera rack, consult a power cord and PDU selection guide to confirm circuit loading before deployment.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can both C13 outlets on the 8723-8600-POWER-CORD each carry 10A simultaneously?

A: No. The splitter has a single 10A rating shared across both C13 outlets. The combined load on both outlets must not exceed 10A at 250V. Plan each outlet's connected device load so the sum stays within that limit.

Q: What is the wire gauge and why does it matter for rack applications?

A: The 8723-8600-POWER-CORD uses 18 AWG conductors. At 18 AWG, the cable is rated to handle up to 10A continuously in a commercial environment without excessive resistive heating — appropriate for loads like IP camera power bricks, compact switches, and similar rack equipment drawing under 10A combined.

Q: Is the 8723-8600-POWER-CORD safe for use inside enclosed rack cabinets?

A: The cable carries a VW-1 fire rating, meaning the jacket is self-extinguishing per UL vertical-flame testing — a standard safety requirement for cables routed inside enclosed cabinets. The SJT jacket also handles operating temperatures up to 105°C, which covers typical rack enclosure thermal conditions.

Q: Does this power splitter maintain a safety ground connection to both C13 outlets?

A: Yes. The cable uses a 3-conductor construction — line, neutral, and ground — so both C13 outlets receive a full ground connection from the upstream C14 source.

Q: What PDUs and UPS units is the C14 plug compatible with?

A: The IEC 60320 C14 male connector is the standard input plug found on the vast majority of rack PDUs, UPS output strips, and power distribution panels. Any C14 socket rated at 10A or higher at 250V or lower voltage will accept this splitter's input plug.

Eden Phillips

I reach for the 8723-8600-POWER-CORD specifically in rack deployments where PDU real estate is tight and two low-draw devices need to share a single C14 outlet. The VW-1 fire-rated SJT jacket and 105°C insulation rating are the specs that matter most to me in that context — enclosed cabinets running warm equipment can stress cheaper Y-adapters over time, and a jacket that fails inside a sealed rack is a serious problem.

Technical Highlights:

• 10A / 250V Shared Rating: Both C13 outlets draw from a single 10A upstream feed — keep combined device loads well under that ceiling. Two devices drawing 4A each leaves a reasonable safety margin; two devices at 5A each is at the absolute limit and leaves no headroom for inrush current.
• 18 AWG 3-Conductor SJT: Full ground continuity to both C13 outlets and a wire gauge matched for sub-10A commercial loads. The SJT jacket designation confirms suitability for indoor commercial and light industrial environments, not just dry office use.
• 0.33-inch (8.5mm) Cable OD: Slim enough to route through standard 1U horizontal cable managers without displacing adjacent cables. In high-density rack builds, cable OD is often overlooked until everything is installed — this profile avoids the problem.

Deployment Considerations:

• Measure your PDU outlet spacing before ordering: at 6ft fixed length, there is no adjustment available. If the C14 socket is at the top of a 42U cabinet and devices are near the bottom, this cable will come up short.
• The 10A limit is shared, not per-outlet. Installers who assume each C13 leg carries its own 10A budget will overload the upstream circuit. Verify the combined wattage of both connected devices before commissioning.

This splitter is a practical fit for security rack builds where a compact NVR and its companion PoE switch both terminate in C13 plugs and the PDU has only a single C14 outlet available at that rack unit position — a common situation in space-constrained IDF closets and edge surveillance enclosures.