Sometimes a full PDU is overkill. You have one L6-30R receptacle and two devices with C14 inlets, maybe a pair of servers in a small rack, or a storage box and a switch on a shelf. You do not need ten outlets and a meter. You need a Y cable.
The Valiant Power L6-30P to Dual C13 Splitter is that Y cable: a twist-lock L6-30P on one end, two C13 connectors on the other.
When a splitter beats a PDU
- You only have two devices to power and do not expect to add more.
- You are short on rack space and do not want to give up a U for a PDU.
- The devices sit on a shelf or bench, not in a rack.
- You want fewer connection points between the wall and the equipment.
If you think you will add more gear later, a PDU like our 30A metered PDU is the better long-term move, since it shows you the load and has room to grow.
Sizing the load: the C13 end is the limit
The L6-30P plug is rated at 30A, but that does not mean each branch can carry 15A of anything. Every C13 connector has its own rating, and that is lower than 30A. So the right way to think about this cable is: two moderate loads, each within what a C13 connection is built for.
Servers, switches, storage, and network appliances are a great fit. Current-generation ASIC miners, which draw 3,000 watts or more each, are not. Those need P13 or C19 connections. For miners with P13 inputs, see our L6-30P to Dual P13 cord.
Specs
| Input | NEMA L6-30P twist-lock |
| Outputs | 2 x C13 |
| Plug rating | 30A, 250V |
| Wire | 12AWG |
| Lengths | 3 ft, 6 ft, 10 ft |
What plugs into it
Each C13 end plugs into a C14 inlet, the most common power inlet on servers, switches, routers, storage arrays, and many PDUs. If your device has a C20 inlet instead, this is not the right cable. You want an L6-30P to C19 cord.
Choosing a length
- 3 ft: receptacle directly behind the equipment
- 6 ft: the usual choice for a rack near a wall receptacle
- 10 ft: receptacle across the room or under the floor
Frequently asked questions
Can I power two ASIC miners with this?
Not most current models. They draw more than a C13 connection is built for. Use a P13 or C19 cable instead.
Will it work on 208V?
Yes, it is rated up to 250V.
Is this better than a PDU?
For two devices, it is simpler and uses no rack space. For three or more, or if you want to see the load, get a PDU.
Questions? Email support@valiantpowerco.com. Or see the L6-30P to Dual C13 Splitter.