Local power cable source (NEMA 5-15 to IEC C19) 
    Michael ODonnell 
    michael.odonnell at comcast.net
       
    Tue May  1 12:37:09 EDT 2007
    
    
  
brk wrote:
> The C19/20 connectors are rated for 16A minimum, while a
> 5-15 outlet is rated for 15A max.  So, you might not find
> a commercial adapter that would, in theory, potentially
> allow you to exceed the maximum safe current rating of
> one end of the device.
Your reasoning seems sound to me, but I've definitely seen
such cables offered online.  I think this is an example:
   http://www.cablesandkits.com/power-cords-cables/power-cable-p-502.html
 
    
    
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