The useful distinction
Recognize it. Then verify it.
IEC 60320 identifies the C16A appliance inlet within the Class I 10 A/15 A coupler family, paired with the C15A connector. [C304A]
Interpower's Rev10-17 chart labels C16A as the appliance inlet paired with C15A, in its Class I very hot group. [C304B]
Bulgin's manufacturer overview describes the C16A/C15A family as a 3-conductor system with 155 degrees C temperature context. This is not a terminal-position map. [C304C]
SCHURTER identifies 6172.0004 as follows: Front-side screw-on C16A inlet; flange with countersunk holes; 6.3 x 0.8 mm blade termination designation; historical phase-out. [C304D]
Source-scoped identification facts
Each value retains its exact example, role and measurement axis. Facts from different parts must not be combined into an invented component.
| Connector role | appliance inlet (Named series/reference only, not every family part. Interpower Rev10-17 labelled C16A appliance inlet family; no exact manufacturer part); appliance inlet (ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181)S940 · S943Current primary-source scoped values; named examples remain separate and unknowns are not inferred from illustrations. Named series/reference only, not every family part. Interpower Rev10-17 labelled C16A appliance inlet family; no exact manufacturer part ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181 |
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| Manufacturer | SCHURTER (ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181)S943Current primary-source scoped values; named examples remain separate and unknowns are not inferred from illustrations. ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181 |
| Series | 0181 (ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181)S943Current primary-source scoped values; named examples remain separate and unknowns are not inferred from illustrations. ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181 |
| Exact part / implementation | 6172.0004 (ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181)S943Current primary-source scoped values; named examples remain separate and unknowns are not inferred from illustrations. ExactSCHURTER 6172.0004 /series0181 |
| View convention | Labelled oblique C16A appliance inlet illustration in Interpower Rev10-17 Connectors/Inlets columns; not a dimensioned or numbered mating-face drawing. (Named series/reference only, not every family part. Interpower Rev10-17 labelled C16A appliance inlet family; no exact manufacturer part)S940Current primary-source scoped values; named examples remain separate and unknowns are not inferred from illustrations. Named series/reference only, not every family part. Interpower Rev10-17 labelled C16A appliance inlet family; no exact manufacturer part |
Not recorded: Nominal contacts, Positions / cavity span, Populated contacts, Contact rows, Contact pitch, Dimensions / axis, Contact gender / arrangement, Mounting, Coupling / latch, Keying / polarization, Shell / form, Recorded markings. Unknown fields stay unknown; illustrations supply no measurements or pin assignments.
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Specifications and limits
| Documented identification | Interpower’s IEC 60320 overview identifies the C16A appliance inlet with the C15A connector in the Class I 10 A/15 A coupler family. [C304A] |
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| Mechanical dimensions | No independently reviewed mechanical drawing in V50; do not use this page for fabrication, fit testing or tolerance work. |
| Engineering pinout | Source-checked engineering profile available; independent review pending. Open engineering profile → |
| Verified device list | Not included. Check exact device and accessory documentation. |
Use only the source-backed family, role or position count for identification. Resolve electrical ratings, protocol generation, lane wiring, signal assignment, cable construction and exact device support from the relevant equipment and component documentation.
Before you connect
What to check
- Identify the exact connector family and variant from the equipment or component documentation.
- Keep physical form, contact count, protocol, electrical rating and device support as separate facts.
- Do not force, rewire, adapt or install from this recognition record; resolve the remaining requirements first.
What is not established
This field note does not approve a connection, adapter, cable assembly, rewiring scheme, energized-work procedure or fabricated part. It intentionally omits unsupported pin assignments and mechanical tolerances.
Your next step
Move from the form to the requirement.
The source trail
Evidence for this page
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Interpower’s IEC 60320 overview identifies the C16A appliance inlet with the C15A connector in the Class I 10 A/15 A coupler family.
Interpower · IEC 60320 overview — C16A appliance inlet / C15A connector ↗S345: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)Interpower's Rev10-17 chart labels C16A as the appliance inlet paired with C15A, in its Class I very hot group.
Interpower · IEC60320 Appliance and Interconnection Couplers ↗S940: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)Bulgin's manufacturer overview describes the C16A/C15A family as a 3-conductor system with 155 degrees C temperature context. This is not a terminal-position map.
Bulgin · What are IEC Connectors ↗S941: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)SCHURTER identifies 6172.0004 as follows: Front-side screw-on C16A inlet; flange with countersunk holes; 6.3 x 0.8 mm blade termination designation; historical phase-out.
SCHURTER · SCHURTER 0181 IEC coupler data sheet ↗S943: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)
