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12 Nov, 2025

£82.39 inc. VAT
AI-generated summary
If you need a **proper locking C19-to-C20 lead**, this APC cord is exactly the kind of boring, reliable thing that saves hassle later. The locking connection matters in real rack setups—those “half-seated” IEC plugs that work… until they don’t are real, especially with vibration or people bumping cables. At **£68.36 ex-VAT for 3m**, it’s not cheap, but you’re paying for the confidence and build quality you typically don’t get from the ultra-generic equivalents that can feel loose or fail sooner.
That said, I’d only buy this if you *actually* need **that locking C19/C20 pairing** and **that length**. If your devices use a non-locking C19/C20 setup, or you can route a shorter run, you’ll get similar practical results for less money. For datacentres, managed services, and anyone provisioning racks for uptime-sensitive kit, it’s a sensible purchase. For occasional office use or temporary installs where nothing gets jostled, it’s probably overkill.

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Power Cord Kit (6 ea), Locking, C13 to C14 (90 Degree), 1.2m

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