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IEC 60320 C15/C16 Hot Condition

IEC C15 (female) and C16 (male inlet) look like C13/C14 but have a notch in the earth pin and are rated for 120C ambient temperature. Used on kettles, hot water dispensers, and equipment near heat sources.

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// Specifications
Standard
IEC 60320
Rating
10A at 250V AC 120C
Pin Count
3
Distinguishing Feature
Notch on earth pin prevents C13 mating
Use Case
Kettles, hot water dispensers, steam equipment
// Pin Reference Table
PinNameFunctionType
L Line AC live hot PWR
N Neutral AC neutral PWR
G Ground Earth ground notched pin GND

IEC C15 (female) and C16 (male inlet) look like C13/C14 but have a notch in the earth pin and are rated for 120C ambient temperature. Used on kettles, hot water dispensers, and equipment near heat sources.