It happens in every rack eventually. The C13 outlets on your PDU are all full, but the C19 outlets are sitting empty because nothing you own needs them. You have outlets, just the wrong kind.
The Valiant Power C20 to Dual C13 Splitter fixes that. Plug the C20 end into a spare C19 outlet and you get two C13 connectors for standard equipment.
How it works
The C20 end goes into a C19 outlet on the PDU. The cable splits into two C13 ends, each of which plugs into a device with a C14 inlet, like a server, switch, or storage box. One outlet becomes two.
Keep the load in range
A splitter does not create more power. Both devices share the one C19 outlet, so their combined draw has to stay within what that outlet and the cable are rated for. Each C13 end also has its own limit. In practice, this is perfect for two moderate devices, like a pair of switches or two lightly loaded servers, and not for two power-hungry machines.
And as always, the total load on the PDU still has to stay within the PDU's rating.
When it is the right tool
- Your C13 outlets are full and your C19 outlets are free
- You are adding one or two small devices and do not want another PDU
- You want to use the full outlet capacity of a PDU you already own
Specs
| Input | C20 (fits C19 outlets) |
| Outputs | 2 x C13 |
| Rating | 16A, 250V |
| Wire | 12AWG, 100% copper |
| Lengths | 3 ft, 6 ft, 10 ft |
Picking a length
- 3 ft: devices right by the PDU
- 6 ft: the standard choice for most racks
- 10 ft: devices on another shelf or rack
Need a length we do not list? We can build one. Email us with what you need.
Related cables
- Single C19 outlet to a C20 device: C19 to C20 cord
- Standard C13 outlet to a C14 device: C13 to C14 cord
Frequently asked questions
Can I use this with a C13 outlet?
No. The C20 end only fits C19 outlets.
Can I power two servers with it?
Yes, if their combined draw stays within the 16A rating of the cable and the outlet.
Is it all copper?
Yes, 12AWG with 100% copper conductors.
Questions? Email support@valiantpowerco.com. Or see the C20 to Dual C13 Splitter.