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Coloured C13 to C14 power extension leads for electrical equipment
In this category, you will find coloured DINIC power extension cables with IEC 60320-C13 (male) to IEC 60320-C14 (plug) – ideal for clearly organising power supply routes in IT, AV and industrial environments. The cables are suitable for use as extension leads between PDUs/UPS units and devices with a C14 input, or for neat rack cabling.
As a B2B partner of MAG GmbH, you benefit from practical designs for installation and operation – including colour-coding for quick identification during servicing, roll-out and maintenance.
Advantages and typical applications of the coloured DINIC C13-to-C14
Your benefits at a glance
- Colour coding for quick identification of circuits, devices or customer racks
- IEC 60320 C13/C14 standard – compatible with typical IT/AV mains connections
- Neat extension without cascading adaptors – reduces contact resistance and misconnections
- Suitable for structured rack and control cabinet cabling (e.g. PDU/UPS environments)
- Robust cable quality for professional use in commercial and industrial settings
- Efficient servicing: quick replacement, clear documentation, reduced risk of mix-ups
Typical applications: C13-to-C14 colour-coded
- Data centres & server rooms: colour-coded separation of A/B feeds, UPS zones or customer segments
- 19" racks in system houses: extending PDU outputs to servers, switches and storage
- AV/media technology: clear identification of devices in racks, enclosures and installations
- Industry & commerce: power supply to measurement, control and IT components in control cabinets
- Roll-out/temporary operation: quick, visually verifiable cabling for events and test set-ups
- Maintenance/troubleshooting: reduced downtime thanks to clear cable routing and labelling
Select the appropriate DINIC version based on length, colour for identification, conductor cross-section and packaging unit (e.g. bulk) – to suit your installation and service practices at MAG GmbH.
Further C13/C14 variants: C13 to C14 black | C13 to C14 halogen-free | all low-voltage extension cables
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Why use coloured C13/C14 power extension leads?
In complex electrical installations, simply making the connection is often not enough. Current paths must also be quickly and clearly traceable. Coloured C13-to-C14 cables therefore provide a simple visual identification of the extension lead directly via the cable colour.
In brief
In this extension, the C14 is the plug on the power source side. The C13 connector is connected to the C14 equipment input. Typical power sources include PDU or UPS systems with suitable IEC outputs. The colour does not affect the plug’s function, but can be used to organise the installation visually.
Colour coding in the rack: possible labelling concepts
The colour assignments can be defined on a company- or project-specific basis. The following example is therefore intended merely as a suggestion and does not constitute a binding colour standard.
| Colour | Example of an internal assignment | Practical use |
|---|---|---|
| Blue | Supply route A or equipment group 1 | Quick visual identification |
| Red | Supply path B or equipment group 2 | Separation of redundant power paths |
| Yellow | UPS or defined special power supply | Special power supply immediately visible |
| Green | Specific rack, customer or system group | Organisation for multiple cables |
| Orange | Service, test or temporary installation | Easier to identify temporary cable routes |
Typical areas of application
Data centre
Coloured cables can visually separate redundant power paths, racks or groups of equipment from one another.
PDU & UPS
Power supply between IEC power distribution units and servers, switches, storage systems or other IT equipment.
AV & media technology
Mapping of equipment, enclosures, technical areas and power paths in large-scale installations.
Service & Rollout
Colour-coding facilitates set-up, documentation, replacement and troubleshooting.
C13 to C14: How the connection works
1 · Power source (PDU / UPS
) C13 output
) C13 output
→
2 · Cable side C14 plug
IEC 60320
IEC 60320
→
3 · Cable side C13 socket
IEC 60320
IEC 60320
→
4 · Load (device / server
) C14 device input
) C14 device input
For further information on the various IEC 60320 connectors, please see our guide to equipment plugs and sockets .
Which C13/C14 version is the right one?
Coloured For visual identification and structured power cabling. Black Classic C13/C14 extension leads in various designs. Halogen-free / LSZH For projects requiring LSZH cabling. Multiple approvals For applications requiring product-specific international approvals.
Secure the plug connection against accidental disconnection
For installations where the risk of accidental disconnection of the C13 connection needs to be minimised, suitable SecureSleeve slip-on sleeves can be used depending on the application.
Cable length and conductor cross-section
When making a selection, in addition to colour and connectors, the length, conductor cross-section, electrical characteristics and approvals of the respective item should also be taken into account.
Cable designations explained · AWG & conductor cross-section
Frequently asked questions about coloured C13/C14 appliance extension leads
What is a C13-to-C14 low-voltage extension cable used for?
It is used to extend an IEC 60320 power connection. The C14 plug is connected to the power source, whilst the C13 socket is plugged into a suitable C14 appliance socket. Typical applications include PDUs, UPSs, servers, network and AV equipment.
Why is it useful to have C13/C14 cables in different colours?
The colour can be used to visually identify different power paths, groups of equipment, racks, customer areas or power supply systems. This can simplify maintenance, documentation and troubleshooting.
Do the individual cable colours have a fixed meaning?
For the organisational labelling described here, the meaning of the colours should be clearly defined and documented within the relevant company or project. For example, a colour can be assigned to a specific power path or rack.
What is the difference between C13 and C14?
In a C13/C14 extension, C13 is the cable coupler and C14 is the cable plug. The C13 socket fits into a C14 appliance socket; the C14 plug is connected to a matching C13 socket.
Are C13/C14 extension cables also available in other versions?
Yes. In the DINIC range, you’ll find not only coloured versions but also black C13/C14 extension leads, as well as – depending on the product – halogen-free LSZH versions and cables with various international approvals.
Coloured C13/C14 cables for projects and bulk orders
Do you require specific cable lengths, colour-coding, customised markings, packaging or recurring quantities? MAG GmbH also supports commercial customers with project-specific cable and adapter solutions.