🔌 NEMA 5‑15 90‑Degree Port Saver Cable
 
(125V AC • 15A • NEMA 5‑15P Male to 5‑15R Female • Right‑Angle Plug for Clearance Protection)

This short cable repositions a standard NEMA 5‑15 plug at a 90‑degree angle, reducing strain and preserving clearance in tight spaces. It’s ideal for wall outlets behind furniture, AV racks, and equipment bays.
 
🔧 Cable Form
Voltage rating: 125V AC
Current rating: 15A
Connector type:
NEMA 5‑15P male — right‑angle plug, grounded
NEMA 5‑15R female — inline socket, grounded
Shape: L‑shaped plug with short tail
Cable gauge: 14AWG, 16AWG, 18AWG
 
🖥️ Compatible Devices
🟦 Home & Office Equipment
Monitors, printers, routers, modems
Laptops and docking stations
Speakers and small audio gear
🟦 Rack & AV Environments
Flat‑panel TVs and wall‑mounted displays
AV receivers and amplifiers
Power strips and surge protectors
🟦 Furniture‑Adjacent Installations
Desks, cabinets, and entertainment centers
Behind appliances or shelving units
✅ All devices must support NEMA 5‑15 grounded input and stay within the 15A limit.
 
✅ Common Uses
🔌 Preserving outlet clearance behind furniture or equipment
🧩 Reducing strain on wall sockets and plug heads
🧪 Supporting AV and rack setups with rear clearance constraints
🧵 Essential entry in the NEMA 5‑15 accessory ecosystem
 
🧠 Signal Format
⚡ Input: 125V AC from wall or UPS
🔋 Output: Pass‑through AC to single 5‑15R socket
🔌 Connector: NEMA 5‑15P right‑angle male → 5‑15R female
🔁 Not interchangeable with NEMA 1‑15 (non‑grounded) or twist‑lock plugs
 
⚠️ Things to Watch Out For
📉 Must stay under 15A total draw — overloading can trip breakers or damage equipment
🔌 Connector is grounded — don’t use with 2‑prong outlets unless properly adapted
🧯 Always confirm plug orientation — some versions angle left, right, up, or down
📏 Not suitable for high‑draw appliances like heaters or microwaves
 
🛠️ Quick Tips for Beginners
🧭 Look for NEMA 5‑15P plug with right‑angle head
🔌 Confirm devices are 3‑prong grounded and low‑draw
🧪 If plug doesn’t fit, check for outlet obstruction or wrong angle
🧯 Label clearly to avoid misuse in high‑power setups
🧵 Keep this entry in your NEMA port saver catalog