Panduit LPCB11-X 2' C20-C19 Dual-Lock Power Cable

Panduit LPCB11-X Dual-Locking IEC C20 to C19 Power Cable

The Panduit LPCB11-X is a 2-foot dual-locking power cable engineered for high-availability datacenter and IT rack installations where accidental disconnection is unacceptable. Featuring IEC C20 to IEC C19 connectors rated for 16A continuous current, this SmartZone™ cable delivers secure, high-capacity power distribution between PDUs and redundant-PSU servers or network equipment. The integrated dual-locking mechanism engages on both ends, preventing cable pull-out during maintenance or vibration while maintaining tool-free release when intentional disconnection is required.

Key Features

• Dual-locking connectors on both IEC C20 plug and C19 socket ends prevent accidental disconnection during rack servicing or equipment moves
• IEC 60320 C20/C19 specification supports 16A continuous current at 250V — 60% higher capacity than standard C13/C14 cables
• 2-foot (0.6 m) length optimized for vertical PDU-to-server connections in 42U racks and short horizontal runs in high-density blade chassis
• Rated for continuous operation in ambient temperatures up to 75°C, suitable for enclosed rack environments and high-load conditions
• UL, CE, and EAC certified for North American, European, and Eurasian deployment; meets IEC 60320 international connector standard
• SmartZone™ sub-brand designation indicates Panduit-engineered locking retention and wire gauge optimized for datacenter power distribution

The dual-locking mechanism uses spring-loaded tabs integrated into both the C20 plug shroud and C19 socket collar. When the cable is fully seated, these tabs engage corresponding notches in the mating PDU or equipment inlet, creating a positive mechanical lock that resists pull forces up to 15 lbf. Release is accomplished by squeezing the tab pairs on each connector end — no tools required, but deliberate two-handed action prevents inadvertent release. This design solves the chronic problem of cleaning crews, cable management adjustments, or adjacent equipment moves dislodging critical power feeds. The C20-to-C19 configuration is specifically engineered for high-current applications: the larger pin diameter and contact surface area of C19/C20 connectors support 16A continuous current versus the 10A limit of C13/C14, making this cable appropriate for dual-PSU 1U/2U servers drawing 1200-1800W, high-density blade chassis, or network switches with redundant power supplies. The 14 AWG copper conductors maintain low voltage drop even at full load, and the cable jacket is rated for 105°C insulation temperature — critical for bundled cable runs in enclosed vertical managers where ambient temperatures frequently exceed 50°C.

This cable is deployed in three primary scenarios: vertical PDU-to-server connections in 42U open-frame or enclosed racks, where the 2-foot length provides the optimal service loop without excess slack that clutters airflow paths; horizontal connections between redundant PSU bays in blade chassis or modular UPS systems, where the dual-locking feature prevents accidental power loss during adjacent blade insertion; and short-run connections in network distribution frames (MDF/IDF) where C19-inlet switches or routers require secure attachment to overhead or side-mounted C20 PDU outlets. The cable is sold individually and ships from Panduit's factory 10-pack cartons — integrators purchasing quantities of 10 receive factory-sealed packaging, while single units are individually bagged. The black jacket color matches standard datacenter cable management practices, and Panduit offers the same cable in additional SmartZone colors (red, blue, yellow, white) for phase identification or redundant-path marking in critical infrastructure deployments.

Compliance with UL, CE, and EAC standards ensures the cable meets safety requirements for commercial installation in North America (UL 817 for cord sets), the European Union (Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU), and Russia/CIS countries (EAC certification TR CU 004). The IEC 60320 connector specification guarantees physical and electrical compatibility with any C20 outlet or C19 inlet worldwide — no adapter or region-specific variants required. For integrators managing mixed equipment from multiple vendors (Dell, HPE, Cisco, APC, Eaton), this cable provides a vendor-neutral, standards-compliant interconnect that works across the entire high-current power distribution tier without introducing proprietary locking schemes or non-standard retention mechanisms.