Two different standards. Used for different purposes. So similar yet so different!   NEMA and IEC are two known names when it comes to power cords and related stuff. But from an end user’s point of view, it is important to know the actual difference between these two.   Read along to understand their major differences and find out which one is the best fit for your application. IEC Standard Power Cord International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) is a non-profit, non-governmental international organization. It develops and publishes international standards for all electrical, electronic and other related technology. It started in 1906 and...