Stay Online Corp.

What Stay Online Corp. does

StayOnline Corp. (operating as StayOnline) is a US-based manufacturer and global distributor of specialized power cords and connectivity solutions, founded in 1987 and headquartered in Creedmoor, North Carolina, with manufacturing in Henderson, NC and Hong Kong. The company produces a comprehensive portfolio of IEC 60320, NEMA, ORV3, locking, hospital-grade, and international power cords, alongside wiring devices, cam-lock connectors, and rack/accessory products. It maintains an in-stock inventory of 7,000+ configurations and claims injection-molding capability for over one million NEMA and IEC 320 variations, backed by ISO 9001:2015, UL, TAA, and BIS certifications.

The company serves five primary vertical segments: data centers and mission-critical facilities (hyperscale and colocation); industrial and temporary power (manufacturing, oil and gas, mining, construction, entertainment); medical and healthcare; OEM and manufacturing partners; and government/defense buyers requiring TAA-compliant products. Customer cohorts include OCP-aligned hyperscale operators, federal agencies, live-event production companies, and hospital systems. Distribution combines direct e-commerce (stayonline.com), phone-based inside sales, regional US manufacturer representatives (Morgan Hill in the Northeast, Critical Components in the Southeast), and international channel partners covering Singapore, Indonesia, and Hong Kong.

Commercially, StayOnline operates a unit-pricing model on stock items with no minimum order quantity and quote-based pricing on custom-assembled and injection-molded SKUs, often on NCNR terms. In April 2021, the company was acquired by ALDER Capital Partners (Atlanta), and Ankur Chatterjee of ALDER serves as President. Post-acquisition, the firm opened the new Henderson NC UL-certified facility (October 2021), added partnerships with Raritan/Legrand, EMC Eupen, and Hubbell, and recently expanded Raritan SecureLock distribution globally (February 2026). StayOnline is privately held, has 51-100 employees, and has not publicly disclosed revenue.

Name

Stay Online Corp.

Legal name

ALDER SOL Holdings, LLC

Website

https://stayonline.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1987

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

StayOnline is a US power cord manufacturer and global distributor serving data centers, industrial, healthcare, OEM, and government/defense buyers with 7,000+ in-stock configurations, custom injection molding, TAA-compliant and international certified products from facilities in North Carolina and Hong Kong.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Power Cords and Connectivity Solutions

NAICS

Current-Carrying Wiring Device Manufacturing (335931), Communication and Energy Wire and Cable Manufacturing (33592), Other Communication and Energy Wire Manufacturing (335929)

SIC

Electronic Connectors (3678), Wholesale-Electronic Parts & Equipment, Nec (5065)

akta.pro primary industry

Flexible Cords, Portable Power & Cord Sets (IMADAMAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Wiring Devices & Receptacles (switches, sockets, plugs, industrial outlets, pin & sleeve) (IMAGAEAF)

Keywords

• Power cord manufacturing
• Data center connectivity
• Custom cable assemblies
• ORV3 power solutions
• Locking power cords

Headquarters

HQ city

Creedmoor

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Personnel, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Power Cord Sales: StayOnline generates revenue through the sale of power cords, wiring devices, and connectivity solutions. Products range from standard in-stock items to custom-assembled and custom-molded products. Pricing is per-unit with volume discounts available upon request for larger orders.
2. Custom Manufacturing Services: Revenue generated from custom-assembled and injection-molded power cord products tailored to specific customer requirements. Custom orders typically have longer lead times and may be subject to Non-Cancellable, Non-Returnable (NCNR) terms.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

StayOnline manufactures and distributes a comprehensive range of specialty power cords, cabling, and connectivity solutions for data centers, industrial, healthcare, government, and OEM customers. Its catalog includes more than 7,000 in-stock configurations spanning IEC 60320 (C13/C14/C19/C20), NEMA straight blade and twist-locking, ORV3 power assemblies, locking cords (Raritan SecureLock, S-Lock, Z-Lock, V-Lock, P-Lock), Saf-D-Grid, IEC 60309 Pin and Sleeve, international harmonized cords, TAA-compliant cords, hospital-grade cords, shielded EMI/RFI cords, and cam-lock connectors. The company also provides custom molding and assembly services producing over one million NEMA/IEC 320 variations, with UL-certified manufacturing in North Carolina and Hong Kong and same-day shipping on in-stock items.

Product overview

StayOnline is a specialized power cord manufacturer and global distributor offering a comprehensive portfolio of power connectivity solutions. The core product is an extensive range of power cords (~7,000+ configurations in stock), complemented by rack and installation solutions and wiring devices. The product portfolio centers on Data Center Power Cords (C14/C20 with various locking mechanisms including Raritan SecureLock, S-Lock, Z-Lock, V-Lock, P-Lock), NEMA and IEC connectors, ORV3 power assemblies for OCP racks, international cords for global markets, TAA-compliant cords for government procurement, shielded EMI/RFI cords, camlock connectors for temporary power, and custom molding/assembly services. The company operates manufacturing facilities in Henderson, North Carolina and Hong Kong, offering same-day shipping for in-stock items and custom assembly capabilities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Power Cords (Catalog)
• Data Center Power Cords
• Raritan SecureLock Power Cords
• ORV3 Power Cords
• Saf-D-Grid Power Cords
• Locking Data Center Power Cords
• NEMA Power Cords
• International Power Cords
• TAA/BAA Power Cords
• Shielded EMI/RFI Cords

Quantifiable outcome

• Same-day shipping for in-stock orders placed by 3 PM Eastern
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• Raritan (Legrand)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 2 February 2026StayOnline has expanded its global distribution agreement with Raritan, a Legrand company, bringing certified SecureLock power cords to customers worldwide. Previously limited to US and Canada distribution (since 2023), the partnership now covers global markets. Certified cords are verified by Raritan to work seamlessly with PX series iPDUs, eliminating counterfeit risk.
• AdvanzITregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 5 November 2025Partnership with Singapore-based AdvanzIT to expand StayOnline's global partner network, specifically targeting Southeast Asia market expansion.
• Morgan HillregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 6 May 2025Selected as premiere technology partner to represent StayOnline in the Northeastern region of the US.
• PT. Megaroyal IT ComindoregionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 16 July 2024Strategic partnership with Indonesian company to meet market needs by leveraging Megaroyal's expertise, providing customer-focused solutions on a larger scale, and bolstering product offerings to end users in the Indonesian power solutions and data center market.
• EMC EupencoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2024Strategic partnership with EMC Eupen, the world's leading supplier of EMI/RFI filtered power cords, shielded power cords, and ferrite coated cables. Expands StayOnline's EMI power solutions offering.
• Critical Components Inc. (CCI)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 15 February 2024Designated as manufacturer's representative for the Southeastern region of the US, servicing Georgia, Alabama, North Florida, Tennessee, North Carolina, and South Carolina.
• Raymonds Supply Company Ltd.regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor · 29 August 2023Partnership with Hong Kong-based company allows StayOnline to meet marketplace needs by offering customer-focused solutions on a larger scale while bolstering product offerings of regional market leader Raymonds in the SAR.
• HubbellcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Hubbell for wiring devices including Edison products, Hubbell Edge Connect, outdoor and marine electrical components, and single pole cam lock devices. Hubbell founded in 1888 by Harvey Hubbell II.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Hubbell Incorporated: Hubbell is a major incumbent in wiring devices, NEMA plugs and receptacles, and cam-lock connectors used in industrial and data center applications. StayOnline is already a Hubbell distribution partner, underscoring the direct product overlap.
• Eaton Corporation: Eaton provides power management, iPDUs, and power cords for data centers and industrial customers. Operates broadly in the same space as StayOnline but as part of a much larger portfolio.
• Schneider Electric (APC): Schneider Electric, through its APC brand, is a leading supplier of data center power distribution including iPDUs and power cords. Broader and more diversified than StayOnline but addresses the same hyperscale buyers with overlapping products.

Direct peers

• Tripp Lite (Eaton): Tripp Lite, now part of Eaton, manufactures and distributes power cords, PDUs, and cable connectivity for IT and data center buyers. Directly overlaps with StayOnline's data center cord catalog and channel.
• Conntek Integrated Solutions: Conntek designs and manufactures power cords, adapters, and wiring devices for industrial, RV/marine, and data center customers. Directly comparable to StayOnline in power cord assembly, custom configurations, and NEMA/IEC mix.
• Volex plc: Volex is a global specialist manufacturer of power cords, cable assemblies, and data center power connectivity serving hyperscale and OEM customers. Highly comparable to StayOnline in product scope, data center focus, and custom molding capabilities.
• Quail Electronics: Quail Electronics manufactures and distributes a broad catalog of power cords, international cordsets, and hospital-grade cables, overlapping directly with StayOnline's NEMA/IEC product range and distribution model.
• C2G (Cables To Go) / Legrand: C2G, a Legrand brand, distributes a broad line of power cables, connectivity, and AV/data infrastructure to IT resellers and data center buyers, overlapping with StayOnline's C13/C14, C19/C20, and locking power cord portfolio.
• Power Dynamics (PDU Cables): Power Dynamics is a specialty power cord manufacturer focused on data center iPDU cord sets, locking cords, and custom assemblies. Closely comparable to StayOnline's locking and ORV3 product lines.

Emerging players

• Zonit (Z-Lock): Zonit specializes in the Z-Lock micro-DataCenter power distribution and locking cord technology used in data centers. Its Z-Lock cords are distributed by StayOnline, making it both a partner and a niche competitor in locking power cords.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/StayOnlineCorp
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stay-online

Compliance3 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds1 record

Investors1 record

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M&A

Investments

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