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NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Power Cord

NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Design: Uses a standard grounded NEMA 5-15P male plug on one end and bare wire pigtail leads on the other, allowing direct connection to compatible terminal blocks, switches, power modules, or internal equipment wiring points.
Ready for OEM Equipment Wiring: The open-end pigtail format gives manufacturers and repair teams flexibility to connect the cord according to their own wiring layout, enclosure design, and terminal connection method.
Grounded 3-Conductor Structure: Built for line, neutral, and ground routing when manufactured with the correct conductor layout and approved specification, supporting equipment that requires ground continuity.
Molded Plug with Strain Relief: The NEMA 5-15P plug can be produced with injection-molded strain relief to help reduce bending stress at the plug exit and protect the cable during installation, coiling, transport, and field servicing.
Custom Bare Wire Preparation: Cable length, wire gauge, jacket type, outer jacket strip length, exposed copper length, conductor color, plug style, cable printing, packaging, and certification route can be customized according to buyer drawings.
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NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Power Cord for OEM Equipment Wiring and Replacement Projects

The NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Power Cord is designed for equipment manufacturers, repair teams, and electrical assembly buyers who need a North American grounded plug on one end and direct wiring access on the other. The NEMA 5-15P plug connects to compatible 125V AC outlets, while the bare wire pigtail leads can be connected to terminal blocks, switches, relays, power modules, or internal AC input points. No molded receptacle. No fixed terminal type. More wiring flexibility for OEM assembly.

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Why Choose Our NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Cord?

This cord is built for production wiring where the equipment side must remain configurable. The important details are conductor structure, strip length, exposed copper length, and ground assignment.

NEMA 5-15P Plug Provides a Standard Grounded US Power Input

The input side uses a NEMA 5-15P male plug for compatible North American 125V AC power environments. This gives OEM equipment and replacement assemblies a familiar wall-side connection while keeping the equipment side open for direct wiring.

For procurement teams, this reduces wall-side compatibility risk. One end is standardized; the other end is prepared according to your internal wiring plan.

Bare Wire Pigtail Leads Allow Direct Internal Connection

The output side uses bare wire leads instead of a molded receptacle or pre-crimped terminal. This allows installers to connect the cord directly to screw terminals, terminal blocks, wire connectors, switches, relays, or other approved internal wiring points.

That flexibility matters when different equipment models use different terminal styles. The same cord concept can be adapted by changing lead length, strip length, conductor color, or terminal preparation requirements.

Grounded 3-Conductor Cable Structure Supports Safety Planning

The cable can be built with line, neutral, and ground conductors for equipment that requires protective earth continuity. Ground routing should be confirmed in the final wiring diagram and production test requirement.

Do not rely on plug type alone. The ground conductor must be correctly identified, routed, secured, and tested according to the equipment design.

Molded Plug Strain Relief Helps Reduce Cable-End Stress

The NEMA 5-15P plug can be manufactured with molded strain relief at the cable exit. This ribbed transition helps spread bending force across the jacket instead of concentrating stress at the plug body.

For repair cords, appliances, cabinets, and portable equipment, the plug end may be pulled, bent, coiled, or packed repeatedly. Controlled strain relief helps reduce avoidable damage at the connector exit point.

Complete Product Specifications

ParameterSpecification
Product NameNEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Power Cord
Input PlugNEMA 5-15P Male Plug, 3-Prong Grounded
Output EndBare Wire Pigtail Leads / Open End for Direct Equipment Wiring
Standard ClassificationNEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Grounded Pigtail Power Cord
Voltage Rating125V AC
Current RatingUp to 15A, depending on wire gauge, cable length, and final certified configuration
Wire Gauge Options18AWG / 16AWG / 14AWG pure copper conductor options
Conductor StructureLine / Neutral / Ground, according to approved wiring diagram
Cable JacketSJT / SVT / PVC jacket options
Wire PreparationCustom outer jacket strip length, individual conductor strip length, exposed copper length, and lead length
Plug ProtectionMolded NEMA plug with strain relief available
Customization OptionsCord length, AWG, jacket type, conductor color, stripped length, plug molding, cable printing, packaging
Certification Options[Certification Options]

Buyer's Insight: “Bare wire pigtail” is not the same as “ready for any wiring.” The buying decision should define outer jacket strip length, individual conductor strip length, exposed copper length, conductor color, ground assignment, and whether terminals will be added later. If these details are missing, production teams may need extra manual preparation before installation.

Professional Applications You Can Trust

For OEM equipment wiring, the main challenge is repeatability. A defined NEMA 5-15P bare wire pigtail cord gives production teams a consistent plug-side component while allowing the open end to connect directly into the equipment’s internal power system.

For appliance replacement and retrofit projects, technicians often need a grounded US plug with open leads that can be routed through a housing and connected to existing internal terminals. The bare wire format supports that requirement when the wiring diagram is confirmed.

For control panels, lighting fixtures, and test equipment, wire preparation affects installation time. Custom lead length and strip length help the cord reach the correct terminal point without excess exposed conductor or unnecessary cable slack.

Advanced Safety Features

The NEMA 5-15P plug supports grounded input when paired with a proper three-conductor cable structure. The ground conductor must connect to the correct equipment ground point according to the approved wiring diagram.

The bare wire end should be installed only by qualified personnel. Exposed conductors must be enclosed, insulated, or terminated according to the final equipment design and applicable electrical requirements.

Wire gauge and jacket selection should match the load, cable length, routing environment, and certification plan. If the cord will pass through a panel opening, buyers should also define the strain relief, bushing, or clamp requirement.

Manufacturing Excellence

Our factory supports OEM and ODM production for custom bare wire pigtail power cords, including NEMA 5-15P plugs, molded strain relief, conductor preparation, jacket stripping, wire color assignment, cable printing, packaging, and compliance documentation. Inspection scope, test records, factory history, and certification files can be confirmed according to your purchasing checklist before bulk order approval.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What is the difference between bare wire and stripped end?

A: In many purchasing contexts, both refer to an open end with exposed conductors. For production accuracy, buyers should define the outer jacket strip length, individual conductor strip length, exposed copper length, and whether any tinning or terminal work is required.

Q: Is this NEMA 5-15P bare wire pigtail cord grounded?

A: It can be manufactured as a grounded cord when built with line, neutral, and ground conductors. Ground continuity and conductor assignment should be confirmed in the final wiring diagram.

Q: Can conductor colors and stripped lengths be customized?

A: Yes. Conductor color, lead length, outer jacket stripping, individual wire stripping, exposed copper length, and optional tinning can be customized according to your assembly drawing.

Q: What information is needed for a quotation?

A: Please provide cord length, wire gauge, jacket type, outer jacket strip length, conductor strip length, exposed copper length, wire color assignment, target certification, order quantity, packaging requirement, and any cable printing or molded logo requirement.

Custom Solutions for Your Business

Bare Wire Preparation: Define outer jacket strip length, individual conductor strip length, exposed copper length, lead length, conductor color, and wire arrangement according to your internal terminal layout.

Cable Length & Wire Gauge: Choose 18AWG, 16AWG, or 14AWG pure copper conductor options with suitable cord length and jacket type for your equipment load and routing path.

Plug & Strain Relief Customization: Modify the NEMA 5-15P plug shape, molded strain relief length, cable exit direction, and plug marking according to your equipment structure.

Branding & Compliance Matching: Cable printing, molded logo, warning label, packaging label, and certification documents can be prepared according to your market and purchasing requirements.

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Ready to discuss your NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Power Cord requirements? contact us at rhea@szkuncan.net for expert guidance and competitive pricing.

NEMA 5-15P to Bare Wire Pigtail Power Cord

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