P212 / Power / Connector
IEC 60320 C6 is the equipment-side inlet that mates with a C5 cord connector.
Also called C6 IEC C6 cloverleaf appliance inlet
The C6 inlet identifies a coupler family, not a complete mains-power requirement.
Distinguish the equipment inlet from the cord-side C5 and verify the appliance label before selecting a cord.
Claim inspection dates: 2026-10-05, 2026-10-13, 2026-10-22 · Independent review pending
Three-quarter view Computer-generated illustration with prior AI visual review. Not a photograph, measurement or compatibility check. Independent technical and rights review pending.
Mating face Computer-generated illustration with prior AI visual review. Not a photograph, measurement or compatibility check. Independent technical and rights review pending.
Fitted in place Computer-generated illustration with prior AI visual review. Not a photograph, measurement or compatibility check. Independent technical and rights review pending.
Recognition drawing Original schematic, not to scale. Drawing review pending.
Image inspection / P212
1 registered view for this reference. Different part examples are not automatically mates; all remain not to scale and independently unapproved.
(private workspace)P212 / Source-observed physical study
SCHURTER 2562 series
Source-declared qualitative mating-face study; manufacturer-drawing-study · Other declared component
Not to scale. Technical and rights review pending.
Inspect view & provenance (private workspace)The useful distinction
IEC 60320 C6 is the equipment-side inlet that mates with a C5 cord connector. [C212A]
Interpower describes the IEC 60320 C5/C6 pair as having three contacts including a ground contact. [C212B]
SCHURTER 2562 is a screw-mounted C6 appliance inlet. Its front drawing depicts three pins within the coupler recess, distinct from the mounting flange. [C212C]
The 2562 sheet separates IEC 2.5 A / 250 VAC at 50 Hz from UL/CSA 7 A / 125 VAC at 60 Hz; these are different listed rating schemes. [C212D]
SCHURTER lists the 2562 for protection-class-I appliances and gives 70 °C pin temperature; operating temperature is separately stated as −25 °C to 70 °C. [C212E]
The 2562 drawing separates component views from panel cutouts and shows solder/quick-connect and PCB variants. The inlet designation alone does not specify its rear termination. [C212F]
Exact source example 6160.0081: construction: C6 screw-on panel inlet;turned solid pins;2.8x0.8mm quick-connect terminals;protection class I. rating: IEC2.5A250VAC50Hz;UL/CSA7A125VAC60Hz. pin temperature c: 70. Full current official document text read. No numeric axes adopted from unviewed diagrams.; Cordset cable length and wire gauge are excluded from connector envelope. Pin-temperature class differs from allowed ambient operating range.; Regulatory declaration/certificate references do not prove a literal moulded approval mark on an individual product. No physical compatibility, pin map or hardware validation is established. [C212G]
Each value retains its exact example, role and measurement axis. Facts from different parts must not be combined into an invented component.
| Nominal contacts | 3S220Source-backed nominal position count: 3. |
|---|---|
| Connector role | plug (6160.0081)S602Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 6160.0081. Documented role: plug. Full current official document text read. No numeric axes adopted from unviewed diagrams.; Cordset cable length and wire gauge are excluded from connector envelope. Pin-temperature class differs from allowed ambient operating range.; Regulatory declaration/certificate references do not prove a literal moulded approval mark on an individual product. |
| Mounting | panel (Claim C212C)S602Recorded source-scoped values; named examples do not describe every family variant or establish compatibility. V144: SCHURTER 2562 series, document dated 1 October 2025 only. Identification and product data, not generic ratings, wiring instructions, device certification or a connection verdict. |
| Manufacturer | SCHURTER (6160.0081)S602Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 6160.0081. Documented role: plug. Full current official document text read. No numeric axes adopted from unviewed diagrams.; Cordset cable length and wire gauge are excluded from connector envelope. Pin-temperature class differs from allowed ambient operating range.; Regulatory declaration/certificate references do not prove a literal moulded approval mark on an individual product. |
| Series | 2562 (6160.0081)S602Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 6160.0081. Documented role: plug. Full current official document text read. No numeric axes adopted from unviewed diagrams.; Cordset cable length and wire gauge are excluded from connector envelope. Pin-temperature class differs from allowed ambient operating range.; Regulatory declaration/certificate references do not prove a literal moulded approval mark on an individual product. |
| Exact part / implementation | 6160.0081 (6160.0081)S602Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 6160.0081. Documented role: plug. Full current official document text read. No numeric axes adopted from unviewed diagrams.; Cordset cable length and wire gauge are excluded from connector envelope. Pin-temperature class differs from allowed ambient operating range.; Regulatory declaration/certificate references do not prove a literal moulded approval mark on an individual product. |
Not recorded: Positions / cavity span, Populated contacts, Contact rows, Contact pitch, Dimensions / axis, Contact gender / arrangement, Coupling / latch, Keying / polarization, Shell / form, Recorded markings, View convention. Unknown fields stay unknown; illustrations supply no measurements or pin assignments.
Bounded facts, visible unknowns
| Documented identification | C6 appliance inlet paired with C5 connector. [C212A] |
|---|---|
| Named-product role and recognition | SCHURTER 2562 series: Three pins inside a cloverleaf-style recessed inlet. The panel outline is not the mating opening. [C212C] [C212D] [C212E] [C212F] |
| Mechanical dimensions | No independently reviewed mechanical drawing in V39; 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 the source-backed form or position count only for identification. Resolve ratings, protocol, direction, wiring, cable construction and exact device support from the relevant equipment and component documentation.
Before you connect
This field note does not approve a connection, adapter, cable assembly, rewiring scheme or fabricated part. It intentionally omits unsupported pin assignments and mechanical tolerances.
Match the exact inlet series and appliance documentation. Keep its mating face, mounting cutout and rear terminal variant distinct. No panel-cutout template, installation method, wiring assignment, contact gauge or device safety certification. Sources: C212C, C212D, C212E, C212F. The original study is qualitative; independent technical and rights review remains pending.
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The source trail
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Interpower identifies C6 appliance inlet within the documented C5/C6 or C7/C8 IEC 60320 appliance-coupler pair.
Interpower · Designing with IEC 60320 C5 and C7 connectors and C6 and C8 inlets ↗S220: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)Interpower describes the IEC 60320 C5/C6 pair as having three contacts including a ground contact.
Interpower · IEC 60320 C5/C6 and C7/C8 engineering facts ↗S243: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)SCHURTER 2562 is a screw-mounted C6 appliance inlet. Its front drawing depicts three pins within the coupler recess, distinct from the mounting flange.
SCHURTER · SCHURTER 2562 series — C6 appliance inlet source sheet ↗S602: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)The 2562 sheet separates IEC 2.5 A / 250 VAC at 50 Hz from UL/CSA 7 A / 125 VAC at 60 Hz; these are different listed rating schemes.
SCHURTER · SCHURTER 2562 series — C6 appliance inlet source sheet ↗S602: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)SCHURTER lists the 2562 for protection-class-I appliances and gives 70 °C pin temperature; operating temperature is separately stated as −25 °C to 70 °C.
SCHURTER · SCHURTER 2562 series — C6 appliance inlet source sheet ↗S602: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)The 2562 drawing separates component views from panel cutouts and shows solder/quick-connect and PCB variants. The inlet designation alone does not specify its rear termination.
SCHURTER · SCHURTER 2562 series — C6 appliance inlet source sheet ↗S602: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)Exact source example 6160.0081: construction: C6 screw-on panel inlet;turned solid pins;2.8x0.8mm quick-connect terminals;protection class I. rating: IEC2.5A250VAC50Hz;UL/CSA7A125VAC60Hz. pin temperature c: 70. Full current official document text read. No numeric axes adopted from unviewed diagrams.; Cordset cable length and wire gauge are excluded from connector envelope. Pin-temperature class differs from allowed ambient operating range.; Regulatory declaration/certificate references do not prove a literal moulded approval mark on an individual product. No physical compatibility, pin map or hardware validation is established.
SCHURTER · SCHURTER 2562 series — C6 appliance inlet source sheet ↗S602: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)Follow the connection
C5/C6 identification does not establish the appliance rating or whether a cord is approved for that product.
Open field note
The two-contact outline is an identification clue, not electrical approval.
Open field note
An inlet outline does not establish the connected equipment rating or approved cord set.
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