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P186 / Power / Connector

NEMA 5-15R receptacle

NEMA 5-15R is the common grounded receptacle form in the NEMA 5-15 pairing.

Also called 5-15R NEMA 5-15 receptacle US grounded outlet

A receptacle outline does not establish branch-circuit capacity, condition or code compliance.

Look for

Identify the receptacle type and use qualified electrical guidance for installation or circuit work.

Claim inspection dates: 2026-10-05, 2026-10-14, 2026-10-22 · Independent review pending

NEMA 5-15R receptacle: three-quarter view. Computer-generated illustration, not a photograph.

Three-quarter view Computer-generated illustration with prior AI visual review. Not a photograph, measurement or compatibility check. Independent technical and rights review pending.

NEMA 5-15R receptacle: mating face. Computer-generated illustration, not a photograph.

Mating face Computer-generated illustration with prior AI visual review. Not a photograph, measurement or compatibility check. Independent technical and rights review pending.

NEMA 5-15R receptacle: fitted in place. Computer-generated illustration, not a photograph.

Fitted in place Computer-generated illustration with prior AI visual review. Not a photograph, measurement or compatibility check. Independent technical and rights review pending.

NEMA 5-15R receptacle: original recognition drawing, not to scale.

Recognition drawing Original schematic, not to scale. Drawing review pending.

Image inspection / P186

See the view. Check its scope.

1 registered view for this reference. Different part examples are not automatically mates; all remain not to scale and independently unapproved.

NEMA 5-15R / cord connector. Three contact openings on a cord connector. Screw heads are not contact apertures. Fixed duplex wall-receptacle role is not shown. Original qualitative source study; no pinout. (private workspace)

P186 / Source-observed physical study

NEMA 5-15R / cord connector

Leviton 515CV / named product photograph

Oblique photograph study / visible side only · Other declared component

Not to scale. Technical and rights review pending.

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The useful distinction

Recognize it. Then verify it.

NEMA 5-15R is the common grounded receptacle form in the NEMA 5-15 pairing. [C186A]

Leviton identifies 515CV as a grounded NEMA 5-15R cord connector, with two poles, three wires and a 15 A / 125 VAC component rating. [C186B]

The 515CV product page says its ratings and NEMA identification are permanently marked on the device. [C186C]

Exact source example 515CV: construction: Straight-blade cord connector,2pole3wire grounding; PVC body; brass contacts. rating: 15 A125 V. Exact manufacturer part; construction, role and regional rating remain scoped. No physical compatibility, pin map or hardware validation is established. [C186D]

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.

Documented examples; not a mating drawing or compatibility approval
Nominal contacts3S196Three conductor positions are represented; this is not a wiring or installation diagram.
Connector rolesocket (515CV)S636Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 515CV. Documented role: socket. Manufacturer specification for named part only. No mating-face pin numbering, connector dimension or contact pitch inferred from wire acceptance ranges.
Mountingcable (Claim C186B)S636Recorded source-scoped values; named examples do not describe every family variant or establish compatibility. Exact cord-mounted connector role. This is not a fixed wall receptacle or a complete cord assembly. No installation or electrical work approval.
ManufacturerLeviton (515CV)S636Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 515CV. Documented role: socket. Manufacturer specification for named part only. No mating-face pin numbering, connector dimension or contact pitch inferred from wire acceptance ranges.
Exact part / implementation515CV (515CV)S636Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 515CV. Documented role: socket. Manufacturer specification for named part only. No mating-face pin numbering, connector dimension or contact pitch inferred from wire acceptance ranges.
Recorded markingsManufacturer documents permanent ratings and NEMA ID on this exact device. (515CV)S636Named source examples retain separate role, part, view and axis limits; values are not a universal family specification. 515CV. Documented role: socket. No literal legend, placement or individual specimen transcription is asserted. Manufacturer specification for named part only. No mating-face pin numbering, connector dimension or contact pitch inferred from wire acceptance ranges.

Not recorded: Positions / cavity span, Populated contacts, Contact rows, Contact pitch, Dimensions / axis, Contact gender / arrangement, Coupling / latch, Keying / polarization, Shell / form, Series, View convention. Unknown fields stay unknown; illustrations supply no measurements or pin assignments.

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Bounded facts, visible unknowns

Specifications and limits

NEMA 5-15R receptacle facts and limitations
Documented identificationNEMA 5-15R receptacle form. [C186A]
Named V153 component roleLeviton 515CV — Cord connector. Named 5-15R cord component; fixed wall role not illustrated. [C186B] [C186C]
Mechanical dimensionsNo independently reviewed mechanical drawing in V36; do not use this page for fabrication, fit testing or tolerance work.
Engineering pinoutSource-checked engineering profile available; independent review pending. Open engineering profile →
Verified device listNot included. Check exact device and accessory documentation.
No electrical replacement approval.

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

What to check

  1. Identify the exact connector family and variant from the equipment or cable documentation.
  2. Keep shape, contact count, protocol, electrical rating and device support as separate facts.
  3. Do not force, rewire or adapt a connector from this recognition record; resolve the remaining requirements first.
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What is not established

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.

515CV: a cord connector, not a wall outlet.

This study shows the removable cord-connector body and its three contact openings. The 5-15R form can be discussed without presenting this object as a fixed duplex wall receptacle. Its component rating does not approve an extension cord or installation.

Your next step

Move from the form to the requirement.

Read the engineering reference Source-scoped details, orientation and explicit unknowns.Work through a connection Choose your task before deciding on a cable.Explore this evidence trail Inspect the claims and their dependencies. (private workspace)

The source trail

Evidence for this page

AI-assisted inspection is not independent engineering review. Source scope and access limitations are disclosed below. Procedural checklists are editorial requirements, not hardware measurements.

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C186ASource checked · pending review

Hubbell/Bryant describes the NEMA 5-15R receptacle form in its wiring-device identification guidance.

Hubbell / Bryant · Wiring device frequently asked questions ↗

Locator: NEMA 5-15 and 5-20 plug/receptacle identification discussion
Access: public page. Identification/reference scope only. V36 does not convert this source into a universal pinout, fabrication drawing, electrical approval or end-to-end compatibility verdict.

S196: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)

Claim scope: V36 catalogue-expansion identification fact only; not independent technical approval, fabrication data, wiring instruction or end-to-end compatibility proof.. Next review due 2027-01-03.

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C186BSource checked · pending review

Leviton identifies 515CV as a grounded NEMA 5-15R cord connector, with two poles, three wires and a 15 A / 125 VAC component rating.

Leviton · 515CV NEMA 5-15R cord connector — not a wall outlet ↗

Locator: Product title, Electrical Specifications, Mechanical Specifications / Product ID, and linked oblique product photograph.
Access: public page. Only the visible cord-connector body and openings are studied. Side-view dimensional imagery is not a mating-face gauge. Broad family marketing does not certify this component for a particular outdoor or wet installation. Revision not established.

S636: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)

Claim scope: Exact cord-mounted connector role. This is not a fixed wall receptacle or a complete cord assembly. No installation or electrical work approval.. Next review due 2027-01-12.

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C186CSource checked · pending review

The 515CV product page says its ratings and NEMA identification are permanently marked on the device.

Leviton · 515CV NEMA 5-15R cord connector — not a wall outlet ↗

Locator: Product title, Electrical Specifications, Mechanical Specifications / Product ID, and linked oblique product photograph.
Access: public page. Only the visible cord-connector body and openings are studied. Side-view dimensional imagery is not a mating-face gauge. Broad family marketing does not certify this component for a particular outdoor or wet installation. Revision not established.

S636: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)

Claim scope: A documented marking policy does not confirm the identity, condition, authenticity or installation of an unknown part. No terminal or polarity map is supplied.. Next review due 2027-01-12.

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C186DSource checked · pending review

Exact source example 515CV: construction: Straight-blade cord connector,2pole3wire grounding; PVC body; brass contacts. rating: 15 A125 V. Exact manufacturer part; construction, role and regional rating remain scoped. No physical compatibility, pin map or hardware validation is established.

Leviton · 515CV NEMA 5-15R cord connector — not a wall outlet ↗

Locator: Product title, Electrical Specifications, Mechanical Specifications / Product ID, and linked oblique product photograph.
Access: public page. Only the visible cord-connector body and openings are studied. Side-view dimensional imagery is not a mating-face gauge. Broad family marketing does not certify this component for a particular outdoor or wet installation. Revision not established.

S636: full source recordInspect review dependencies → (private workspace)

Claim scope: Exact named component/family technical construction reference from the full current primary document; geometry, ratings and implementation limits do not transfer to other variants.. Next review due 2027-01-20.

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NAMED COMPONENT / ROLE AND SCOPE

515CV: a cord connector, not a wall outlet.

This study shows the removable cord-connector body and its three contact openings. The 5-15R form can be discussed without presenting this object as a fixed duplex wall receptacle. Its component rating does not approve an extension cord or installation.

NEMA 5-15R / cord connector. Three contact openings on a cord connector. Screw heads are not contact apertures. Fixed duplex wall-receptacle role is not shown. Original qualitative source study; no pinout.
Leviton 515CV / named product photograph
Cord connector; not a fixed wall receptacle · View, source and omissions (private workspace)
Read the source evidence and scope

  1. Leviton identifies 515CV as a grounded NEMA 5-15R cord connector, with two poles, three wires and a 15 A / 125 VAC component rating. C186B

    Exact cord-mounted connector role. This is not a fixed wall receptacle or a complete cord assembly. No installation or electrical work approval.

    S636 · Leviton ↗

  2. The 515CV product page says its ratings and NEMA identification are permanently marked on the device. C186C

    A documented marking policy does not confirm the identity, condition, authenticity or installation of an unknown part. No terminal or polarity map is supplied.

    S636 · Leviton ↗

Read the NEMA cord-end recognition reference →

Evidence behind this page

Scope first. Source second. Approval separate.

2 linked sources · 4 scoped claims · 0 sources with inspection/access flags.

Page scope: catalogue_expansion_v36

Assessment 2026-10-22 · earliest scheduled source review 2027-01-03. This is a recorded-date assessment, not a live source check. Page-level independent review is not established by this panel.

Inspect 2 source scopes, access limits and dates

S196 · Wiring device frequently asked questions

Hubbell / Bryant · Manufacturer / product-owner domain · inspected 2026-10-05 · due 2027-01-03

Within inspection window

Scoped support: Identifies NEMA 5-15P/R and 5-20P/R forms and notes the T-slot characteristic of a 5-20R receptacle.

Not established / limitations: Identification/reference scope only. V36 does not convert this source into a universal pinout, fabrication drawing, electrical approval or end-to-end compatibility verdict.

Locator: NEMA 5-15 and 5-20 plug/receptacle identification discussion

S636 · 515CV NEMA 5-15R cord connector — not a wall outlet

Leviton · Manufacturer / product-owner domain · inspected 2026-10-14 · due 2027-01-12

Within inspection window

Scoped support: Named 515CV cord connector. The 5-15R designation here does not make this a fixed duplex wall receptacle.

Not established / limitations: Only the visible cord-connector body and openings are studied. Side-view dimensional imagery is not a mating-face gauge. Broad family marketing does not certify this component for a particular outdoor or wet installation. Revision not established.

Locator: Product title, Electrical Specifications, Mechanical Specifications / Product ID, and linked oblique product photograph.

Trace 4 claims to their source records

C186A · P186

Hubbell/Bryant describes the NEMA 5-15R receptacle form in its wiring-device identification guidance.

Claim scope: V36 catalogue-expansion identification fact only; not independent technical approval, fabrication data, wiring instruction or end-to-end compatibility proof.

Source links: S196 · Evidence trail → (private workspace)

C186B · P186

Leviton identifies 515CV as a grounded NEMA 5-15R cord connector, with two poles, three wires and a 15 A / 125 VAC component rating.

Claim scope: Exact cord-mounted connector role. This is not a fixed wall receptacle or a complete cord assembly. No installation or electrical work approval.

Source links: S636 · Evidence trail → (private workspace)

C186C · P186

The 515CV product page says its ratings and NEMA identification are permanently marked on the device.

Claim scope: A documented marking policy does not confirm the identity, condition, authenticity or installation of an unknown part. No terminal or polarity map is supplied.

Source links: S636 · Evidence trail → (private workspace)

C186D · P186

Exact source example 515CV: construction: Straight-blade cord connector,2pole3wire grounding; PVC body; brass contacts. rating: 15 A125 V. Exact manufacturer part; construction, role and regional rating remain scoped. No physical compatibility, pin map or hardware validation is established.

Claim scope: Exact named component/family technical construction reference from the full current primary document; geometry, ratings and implementation limits do not transfer to other variants.

Source links: S636 · Evidence trail → (private workspace)

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Recorded evidence only. An inspection date, publisher label, source link or generated packet is not independent technical review, hardware testing, fabrication approval or a compatibility verdict.