(Why) are IEC C5/C6 connectors a necessity? Why not use C13/C14?
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That's a question I was asking myself the first time I saw such a weird C5 plug. That was a while ago, but I came across it again and haven't found an answer yet. The only thing I could find out is that C5 is with 2.5A and C13 with 10A. But I guess it would technically be no problem building an AC …
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There is a significant difference between the connectors. It is the current handling ability. Basically, the C5 connector enables manufacturers to make smaller, lighter weight, less expensive power cables, because the C5 connector should never be us…
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