APC by Schneider Electric AP8703S-NAX590 Locking C13 to C14 Power Cord Kit
Overview
The AP8703S-NAX590 is a six-cord kit of locking C13-to-C14 power cables designed for APC PDU installations where accidental disconnection is a real operational risk. The locking connector mechanism engages at the C13 end to prevent cords from being pulled free — a practical requirement in high-density rack environments where cable tension from adjacent equipment can work a standard cord loose over time. Ordering as a kit covers a typical single-PDU deployment without sourcing cords individually.
Compatibility
C13-to-C14 is the standard server-room pairing: C14 inlets are found on most rack-mount PDUs, and C13 connectors are used by 1U/2U servers, rack switches, KVM units, and similar equipment drawing under 15A. This kit is appropriate for use with APC by Schneider Electric rack PDUs featuring C14 outlets, including Switched, Metered, and Basic rack power distribution units in the APC AP7xxx and AP8xxx families. Verify your PDU outlet count before ordering — six cords suits a single mid-density PDU; larger deployments will require multiple kits.
Installation Notes
The locking C13 connector requires a deliberate press-and-click engagement — confirm the lock is seated before closing the rack door. When planning power management cable runs, account for cord length to avoid tension on the PDU outlet; excessive pull stress defeats the locking mechanism over repeated thermal cycles. Route cables with standard rack cable management to maintain airflow and avoid strain relief issues at the connector body.
