StarTech PXT101L 6ft NEMA 5-15P to Angled IEC C13 Power Cord

Overview

The StarTech PXT101L is a 6-foot (1.8m) replacement and supplemental power cord designed for equipment requiring a standard North American NEMA 5-15P plug on the wall side and a right-angle IEC 60320 C13 connector on the device side. The angled C13 head is the key differentiator here — it lets the cable exit parallel to the chassis rather than straight back, which matters in tight rack environments, AV cabinets, and equipment closets where a straight-exit cord would create cable management problems or block adjacent gear. Rated at 10A/125V AC with an 18 AWG three-conductor construction, the PXT101L covers the vast majority of IT and security equipment power requirements. UL Listed and CSA approved, it's a compliant replacement for NVRs, switches, rack-mount appliances, monitors, and other standard AC-powered equipment. Explore the full StarTech connectivity and power accessory line for compatible cabling solutions.

Key Features

• Angled C13 Connector (IEC 60320 C13): The right-angle exit at the device end allows the cord to run flat along the back panel instead of protruding straight out — critical in shallow rack cabinets, wall-mount enclosures, and densely populated patch areas where straight-exit cords force you to leave an extra U of clearance or risk bending stress on the connector.
• 10A / 125V AC Rating: Handles up to 10 amps on a standard 120V North American circuit, covering typical NVRs, PoE switches, rack-mount servers, and AV receivers well within their rated draw. If your device pulls more than 10A continuously, this cord is not the right match — check the equipment nameplate before ordering.
• 18 AWG, 3-Conductor Construction: Three conductors means hot, neutral, and ground are all present — a non-negotiable for grounded IT and security equipment. 18 AWG is appropriately sized for the 10A rating at this cord length, keeping resistive losses minimal over 6 feet without unnecessary bulk.
• 6.0ft / 1.8m Length: Long enough to reach a standard wall outlet or PDU from most rack-mounted equipment without an extension cord, yet short enough to keep cable management tidy. If your PDU is more than a few feet from the equipment, consider a longer variant; if you're routing within a 2-post open frame rack, this length typically works cleanly.
• SVT Jacket, PVC Material: SVT (Service Vacuum Thermoplastic) jacketing is rated for flexible, light-duty indoor use — appropriate for permanently installed rack equipment. The PVC outer jacket resists abrasion in bundled cable environments. Outer diameter is 0.25 inches (6.3mm), which keeps bundle density manageable when running multiple cords in parallel.
• VW-1 Flame Rating: VW-1 is a UL vertical flame test rating meaning the cable resists igniting and won't propagate flame vertically — a basic but important safety requirement for cables installed inside enclosures, server rooms, and equipment cabinets where fire containment matters.
• Operating Temperature Range (37°F to 140°F / 3°C to 60°C): Covers standard indoor environments including warm equipment closets and server rooms. Not rated for outdoor installation or unheated spaces that drop below freezing — plan accordingly if the equipment is in a cold warehouse vestibule or exterior cabinet.
• UL Listed and CSA Approved: Both certifications confirm the cord has been independently tested and listed to North American safety standards. This is the minimum you should require for any cord installed in a commercial building — uncertified cords create insurance and code compliance exposure that no cost saving justifies.
• Lifetime Warranty: StarTech backs the PXT101L with a lifetime warranty, which removes any lifecycle cost concern for a consumable component. For large NVR or switch deployments where you're ordering 20+ cords, warranty coverage on each unit simplifies replacement logistics if a cord fails.

Integration and Compatibility

The PXT101L is compatible with any equipment that accepts an IEC 60320 C13 inlet — this is the three-slot connector found on virtually all rack-mount network video recorders, managed PoE switches, rack-mount servers, KVM switches, and most desktop-class monitors and printers. The NEMA 5-15P plug connects to standard North American 15A outlets and PDUs. It will not work with C19 inlets (used on higher-current devices), C15 inlets (used on hot-condition equipment like some network gear), or with 240V circuits. For network video recorders and PoE switches installed in rack cabinets, the angled C13 exit is particularly practical — it keeps cords from fouling adjacent rack units and simplifies cable management in 1U and 2U appliance installations. If you're outfitting a full rack with multiple devices, pairing this cord with a quality rack-mount PDU keeps power delivery organized and accessible. Review the power cables and accessories category for additional cord lengths and connector configurations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What devices is the PXT101L compatible with?

A: Any equipment with an IEC 60320 C13 inlet rated at 10A or less on a 125V North American circuit. This includes most NVRs, managed switches, rack-mount servers, KVM switches, and monitors. Verify your device's inlet type before ordering — C13 is a three-slot connector, not a C15 or C19.

Q: Why does the C13 connector angle matter?

A: The right-angle exit lets the cord run flat along the rear panel instead of protruding straight back by several inches. In shallow rack cabinets or wall-mount enclosures, a straight-exit C13 can force you to leave extra clearance behind the rack or bend the cord under stress. The angled design eliminates that problem and makes rear-of-rack cable management significantly cleaner.

Q: What is the warranty on the PXT101L?

A: StarTech provides a lifetime warranty on the PXT101L.

Q: Is the PXT101L rated for outdoor installation?

A: No. The SVT jacket and operating temperature range (37°F to 140°F / 3°C to 60°C) are specified for indoor use. Do not install this cord in outdoor enclosures or unheated spaces subject to freezing temperatures.

Q: What safety certifications does the PXT101L carry?

A: The PXT101L is UL Listed and CSA approved, confirming it meets North American electrical safety standards. It also carries a VW-1 flame rating, meaning the cable jacket resists vertical flame propagation — a requirement for cables installed inside equipment enclosures in commercial settings.

Q: Can the PXT101L be used on a 20A circuit?

A: The cord is rated for 10A maximum. A 20A circuit can physically accept a NEMA 5-15P plug, but the cord itself is limited to 10A continuous draw. Do not use this cord with equipment that exceeds a 10A load rating.

Eden Phillips

The PXT101L gets specified on a lot of rack deployments because the angled C13 exit solves a real physical problem — in a 1U NVR or switch installation inside a 12-inch-deep wall-mount cabinet, a straight-exit power cord physically won't fit without either bending it at a stress angle or moving the cabinet several inches away from the wall. The 6-foot length and 0.25-inch outer diameter keep things manageable when you're bundling four or six of these behind a rack, and the 10A/125V rating covers every standard NVR and PoE switch I've seen installed in commercial security racks.

Technical Highlights:

• Angled C13 / IEC 60320: Right-angle exit at the device end allows cords to lay flat against the rear panel — eliminates the 3–4 inch clearance penalty you'd need with a straight-exit cord in shallow enclosures.
• VW-1 Flame Rating + UL Listed + CSA Approved: Three independent safety qualifications on a single cord — satisfies the compliance requirements for commercial building installations and equipment cabinet use without any additional documentation burden.
• Lifetime Warranty: On a high-volume deployment of 20–30 cords across a multi-NVR rack installation, a lifetime warranty means zero lifecycle replacement cost if a cord develops a fault — a meaningful factor when procurement is tracking TCO.

Deployment Considerations:

• The 37°F (3°C) lower temperature limit means this cord is not suitable for unheated vestibule closets or exterior cabinet installations in cold climates — use a cord with a wider temperature rating in those environments.
• The 10A rating is the hard ceiling: if any device on your rack draws above 10A (check the nameplate, not just the typical draw), this cord is undersized. C13 inlets on high-density switches occasionally approach this limit under full PoE load — verify before installing.

For a standard indoor rack deployment — NVRs, PoE switches, KVM, and rack-mount appliances in a server room or security operations closet — the PXT101L is a clean, compliant, space-efficient choice where the angled connector pays off every time you close the cabinet door.