120v Ballast Power Cord 8ft

The 120V Ballast Power Cord 8ft is a replacement power cord for 120V HID grow-light ballasts with a notched IEC C15 inlet. It connects a standard wall outlet (NEMA 5-15P, 3-prong grounded) to the notched receptacle found on PH/Xtrasun-style ballasts. The 14/3 AWG construction and 8-foot length are sized for typical 120V lighting loads in grow rooms and horticulture setups.

120V Ballast Power Cord Specifications

All specification values below are sourced directly from the supplier product listing for SKU BACD1.

Specification	Value
Cord Length	8 ft
Voltage Rating	120V (110V compatible)
Wire Gauge & Conductors	14/3 AWG (three-conductor)
Plug Type (wall end)	NEMA 5-15P (standard 3-prong grounded)
Receptacle Type (ballast end)	IEC C15 notched
Cord Style	UF (underground feeder — flexible jacket)
Supplier SKU	BACD1

Why Choose This Ballast Power Cord

This cord is the straightforward replacement when an existing 120V notched ballast cord becomes damaged or goes missing. A few practical points grounded in the product listing:

• Correct connector type for notched ballasts. The IEC C15 notched receptacle physically mates with ballast inlets that have a notch — a common design used by PH (Premier Hydro) and Xtrasun ballasts. A standard IEC C13 cord will not seat properly in a notched inlet, so having the right connector matters.
• 14/3 AWG wire gauge for 120V loads. The three-conductor 14-gauge construction is rated for the current draws associated with 120V HID ballasts. This is a heavier gauge than many cheap extension cords, which is relevant when running a ballast continuously over a 12- or 18-hour light cycle.
• 8-foot length gives practical reach. Eight feet is enough slack to position a hanging ballast within a standard grow tent or room without forcing the cord to stretch tight. It also avoids the excess coiling that happens with much longer cords in confined grow spaces.
• NEMA 5-15P plug fits standard 120V outlets. No adapters required for North American installations. Works directly with grounded outlets and most timer/controller receptacles.

Best Uses for the 120V Ballast Power Cord 8ft

This cord is a component — not a standalone lighting solution. It is most useful in the following situations:

• Replacing a damaged or lost cord on an existing 120V notched ballast. If the original cord is frayed, has a broken strain-relief, or simply cannot be located, this is the direct replacement. Confirm your ballast uses a notched IEC C15 inlet before ordering.
• Setting up a new 120V HID ballast that ships without a power cord. Some ballasts are sold as lamp-and-ballast kits where the power cord is a separate purchase. This cord handles the outlet-to-ballast connection.
• Grow tents and indoor grow rooms running on standard household current. Because the plug is NEMA 5-15P, the cord is compatible with the 15A grounded outlets found in most residential and small commercial spaces. If your installation uses 240V ballasts, this cord does not apply — see the Faven Chroma power cords listing for additional options, or search for the matching 240V cord for your specific ballast.
• Single-lamp ballast setups where a controller is not in use. When plugging a ballast directly into a timer outlet rather than through a multi-lamp controller, this cord bridges the ballast to whatever standard outlet or surge strip is in the circuit.

Compatibility & Operating Range

The physical fit of a ballast power cord depends on two things: the plug that goes into the wall, and the connector that seats into the ballast. This cord addresses both:

• Wall end — NEMA 5-15P: Fits any standard grounded 3-prong 15A/120V outlet in North America. Compatible with timers, relay controllers, and power strips that use the same outlet type. If your grow room runs on 240V branch circuits, this cord is not appropriate for that circuit.
• Ballast end — IEC C15 notched: The notch on the C15 connector is a physical key that only mates with C16 notched inlets. Ballasts that use a standard (non-notched) C13/C14 connection will not accept this cord. Check your ballast label or manual to confirm the inlet type before purchase.
• Voltage range — 110V to 120V: Both voltages are referenced in the product listing. Standard North American household voltage (nominally 120V, sometimes labeled 110V) is within range. Not rated for 240V use.
• Wire ampacity — 14 AWG at 120V: A 14-gauge conductor is generally rated for up to 15A continuous in a cord application. This covers most single 1000W or smaller HID ballasts at 120V. For very large loads or multi-lamp configurations, verify the combined ballast draw against the cord and circuit rating before use.

This cord is specifically called out in the supplier listing as compatible with PH (Premier Hydro) and Xtrasun brand 120V ballasts. If you are pairing it with a different ballast, verify the inlet type is IEC C15 notched. If you are building out a full lighting system, the Gavita Pro 1700e LED runs on 120–277V and uses its own manufacturer-supplied cord, so this replacement cord would not apply there. For grow tent lighting builds that include T5 fixtures, see the T5 Designer 4ft 4-tube fixture for a complete fluorescent option.

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