NEMA 5-15R Panel-Mount Receptacle — 3 Positions, 15 A, IDC Termination
The TE Connectivity 208979-2 is a NEMA 5-15R standard power receptacle, accepting a matching NEMA 5-15P plug. It carries 3 positions rated 15 A at 125 VAC, with CSA and UL approvals for North American installations. The housing is rated UL94 V-2. The connector mounts via a snap-in feature into a square panel cutout measuring 24.59 mm x 24.59 mm, accepting panel thickness from 0.030 inch to 0.070 inch (0.76 mm to 1.78 mm). This is a standard power-entry component for equipment where a grounded, 3-wire AC inlet is required — power supplies, industrial controls, test equipment, and similar panel-mounted gear. The IDC termination speeds harness assembly compared to screw-clamp or solder terminals.
Panel Fit and Cutout Requirements
The square panel cutout is 24.59 mm x 24.59 mm. The snap-in retention works with panel thickness between 0.030 inch and 0.070 inch (0.76 mm to 1.78 mm). No additional hardware is needed for mounting — the receptacle locks into the cutout by hand pressure.