The VALUE Power Cord with Straight IEC Socket and Italian Plug Black 1 m is compared with alternative VALUE power cords of different lengths, as well as a similar-length cable from InLine. All these products share the primary purpose of connecting computers, monitors, and electronic equipment to a power grid, but they differ in cable length and plug type.
⚙️ The table below compares connector types, cable length, plug type, and application context to demonstrate how physical parameters influence practical use.
| Parameter | VALUE 1 m (Main) | VALUE 0.6 m | VALUE 0.8 m | VALUE 3 m | VALUE 5 m | InLine 1 m | Practical significance |
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| Device connector | IEC socket | IEC socket | IEC socket | IEC socket | IEC socket | IEC C13 | Provides standard power input connection for computers, displays, and office hardware. |
| Plug type | Italian plug | Italy plug | Italian plug | Italian plug | Italian plug | CEE 7/7 (Schuko) | VALUE cables are built for Italian-standard outlets, whereas the InLine cable uses a standard European plug. |
| Cable length | 1 m | 0.6 m | 0.8 m | 3 m | 5 m | 1 m | Determines the reachable distance from the power source: shorter lengths prevent clutter, longer lengths offer reach. |
| Color | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Black | Finished in standard black for a discreet and uniform setup. |
◎ The suitability table below evaluates different use cases and user scenarios to help identify the best product for specific setups.
| Use case | Recommended product | Why |
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| Connecting IT equipment at a standard distance (up to 1 meter) from an Italian-standard outlet | VALUE Power Cord with Straight IEC Socket and Italian Plug Black 1 m | Provides an ideal balance of length without excessive cable slack in home or office setups. |
| Connecting devices located very close to the power source (up to 0.8 m) | VALUE Power Cord 0.6 m or 0.8 m | Keeps desks and equipment racks tidy by eliminating unnecessary cable length. |
| Placing electronic equipment far away from the wall outlet (3 to 5 m) | VALUE Power Cord 3 m or 5 m | Offers the necessary reach for flexible hardware placement in larger rooms or office layouts. |
| Connecting equipment to standard European (Schuko) wall outlets | InLine 16951L Power Cable 1 m | Features a CEE 7/7 plug designed for standard European electrical sockets rather than Italian ones. |
The VALUE Power Cord with Straight IEC Socket and Italian Plug Black 1 m stands out from alternatives by offering a balanced one-meter reach combined with an Italian-standard plug. It is most suitable for users needing a reliable power link for IT equipment in environments equipped with Italian electrical outlets, avoiding both excess slack and insufficient reach. Shorter or longer VALUE alternatives should be chosen based on distance to the outlet, while the InLine option is best suited for standard European Schuko sockets.
