C13/C14 multi-approvals – power extension leads for international projects

Fewer cable variants. Fewer part numbers. Simpler procurement.

Anyone who designs equipment, IT systems or technical installations for different international markets is familiar with the challenge: depending on the target market, different standards and approvals must be taken into account.

DINIC’s C13-to-C14 cold-equipment extension cables with multi-approvals combine the internationally standard IEC 60320 C13 and C14 connectors with multiple approvals and markings within a single, standardised cable series.

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DINIC Kaltgeräteverlängerung C13 auf C14 mit Multi-Zulassungen

A cable concept for international requirements

For products with an international focus, multiple cable variants are often maintained for different projects or target markets.

Each additional variant may involve a separate part number, additional stock, separate order lines and further coordination efforts between procurement, engineering, production and logistics.

A multi-approved C13/C14 cable series can help to significantly reduce this variety of variants.

Why multi-approvals?

Multiple individual variants

  • multiple part numbers
  • separate stock levels
  • more planning effort
  • additional items in bills of materials
  • greater risk of mix-ups
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A multi-approval series

  • fewer cable variants
  • fewer part numbers
  • more organised stock management
  • Simpler procurement
  • better standardisation

The key advantage therefore lies not just in the individual cable. What is crucial is the potential simplification of the entire procurement, warehousing and logistics process.

Fewer variants – less effort

Fewer part numbers

A standardised cable series can combine several C13/C14 variants that were previously managed separately.

Simpler stock management

Fewer different cable types can make stocking and stock management more straightforward.

Simpler replenishment

Purchasing and planning departments can draw on the same product family more frequently for different projects.

Fewer mix-ups

Fewer near-identical variants make it easier to identify items in the warehouse and within bills of materials.

Consolidating demand

Where appropriate, demand quantities from different projects can be consolidated into fewer items.

International planning

A cable series with a wider range of applications can be incorporated into projects at an early stage as a standard component.

Approvals directly on the product

The multi-approval series combines various international test and approval markings within a single cable design. The relevant markings are located directly on the connectors or on the cable.

IEC 60320 C13 Kupplung mit internationalen Zulassungskennzeichnungen IEC 60320 C13 coupler with international approval markings
IEC 60320 C14 Stecker mit internationalen Zulassungskennzeichnungen IEC 60320 C14 plug with international approvals
International approvals and markings for the product series:
VDE-ENEC10 | UL / CSA | CCC | KC | SAA | PSE | UKCA

A cable range for key international target markets

The combination of several international approvals and markings allows for more flexible planning for appliance, OEM, IT and infrastructure projects in various markets.

Flagge Deutschland Flagge Europäische Union
Germany / Europe VDE-ENEC10
Flagge USA Flagge Kanada
USA / Canada UL / CSA
Flagge China
China CCC
Flagge Südkorea
South Korea KC
Flagge Japan
Japan PSE
Flagge Australien
Australia SAA
Flagge Großbritannien
United Kingdom UKCA
The advantage: A C13/C14 cable series can be specified for various international projects – instead of numerous separately managed cable variants.

The countries and markets shown are used to categorise the available approvals and markings. Suitability for a specific device, system or target market must be assessed in accordance with the applicable technical and regulatory requirements.

A real-world example

A manufacturer produces the same device for various international customers or markets.

The device and its IEC 60320-C14 device inlet remain identical. Nevertheless, several C13/C14 cable variants are maintained for different projects.

If these variants are procured separately, they must be maintained on an ongoing basis in procurement, inventory management, bills of materials and the warehouse.

If, instead, a cable series with multiple approvals can be used, the number of variants required may be reduced.

This can transform multiple individual variants into a more uniform procurement strategy.

Benefits for different business areas

Purchasing

Fewer variants can simplify procurement, planning, reordering and item management.

Development & Engineering

An internationally oriented cable series can be used as a standard component in various projects.

Production & Logistics

A reduced number of variants can simplify provisioning, storage and internal allocation.

Do you already use C13/C14 power extension leads?

If so, it’s worth taking a look at the number of variants currently in use. Standardisation can be particularly beneficial in the long term, especially where there is a regularly recurring need.

Check your existing cable variants:

  • How many different C13/C14 variants do you currently stock?
  • How many different item numbers do you need to manage for these?
  • Which variants differ mainly due to different target markets?
  • Could a multi-approval version replace several of these variants?

Particularly for recurring requirements, a standardised product range can make purchasing, warehousing and stock management much more straightforward.

For professional and international applications

IT & data centres

Servers, network cabinets, PDU and UPS cabling, and professional IT infrastructures.

Equipment manufacturing & OEM

Equipment, systems and mass-produced products for various international customers and target markets.

Industry & Projects

System integration, industrial IT, and international roll-out and project procurement.

Technical basis of the product range

IEC 60320 C13 connector
IEC 60320 C14 plug
Conductor cross-section 3 × 1.0 mm²
Rated current: 10 A

Four standard lengths – one product family

Several standard lengths are available within the same product range to suit different cabling routes.

1.00 m
2.00 m
3.00 m
5.00 m

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The cable price is only part of the total cost

When selecting a cable type, one should not consider solely the purchase price of the individual cable.

Each additional variant must be created, planned, ordered, stored, inspected and, where necessary, maintained in various bills of materials.

The economic benefit of a multi-approval series can therefore lie particularly in reducing the number of variants and simplifying internal processes.

Fewer variants. Greater flexibility.

Are you planning an international project or looking to standardise your existing C13/C14 cable variants?

DINIC’s C13/C14 cold-equipment extension cables with multi-approvals offer a standardised product family for a range of international requirements.

About the C13/C14 multi-approval series
Note: The existing approvals and markings on a cable do not replace the need to verify compliance with the requirements for the complete device, system or specific application. The applicable technical and regulatory requirements for the intended use and target market are decisive.

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