IEC C7 to IEC C13 converter safe for equipment?

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IEC C7 to IEC C13 converter safe for equipment?

Post by Michael Dow »

Hi guys, i've got a power conditioner that puts out only the standard 3 pin IEC C13/14 connectors. But i have an SPL vitalizer that has an input of the 2 pin figure 8 style connector

Is it possible to use a converter safely? Or will it cause a problem?
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Re: IEC C7 to IEC C13 converter safe for equipment?

Post by Wonks »

Just get a C14 to C7 lead and you'll be fine.

E.g. https://www.lindy.co.uk/cables-adapters ... able-p9190
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Re: IEC C7 to IEC C13 converter safe for equipment?

Post by Michael Dow »

Wonks wrote: Tue Jun 24, 2025 7:56 am Just get a C14 to C7 lead and you'll be fine.

E.g. https://www.lindy.co.uk/cables-adapters ... able-p9190

Yes! That makes much more sense. It's funny when ones brain doesn't work properly and think of the obvious isn't it!

Thank you :mrgreen:
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You can get adapters, but it’s always more reliable to use a single lead/cable designed for the job.
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Wonks wrote: Tue Jun 24, 2025 10:34 am You can get adapters, but it’s always more reliable to use a single lead/cable designed for the job.

Exactly!
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