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Beige USB-A to DB25 parallel printer cable, 6 ft

Cables To Go

Cables To Go 16899 USB to DB25 parallel printer cable 6 ft 1.82 m

SKU CH-M011-0PQFJ MPN 16899

Connects a parallel printer to a USB port using a 6 ft IEEE-1284 DB25 adapter cable

  • Connector count1
  • Connector detailsConnector 1: USB Type A Male Connector 2: DB25 Female
  • Product typeCable Connectors
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
  • Key featuresCable Length: 6 ftConnector on First End: 1 × 25-pin DB-25 F
  • Connect legacy parallel printers to modern USB ports
  • 6 ft cable length provides flexible placement options
  • IEEE-1284 DB25 female connector ensures broad printer compatibility
  • USB Type-A male plug works with standard computer ports
  • Lightweight 176.9 g design reduces strain on connections

USB-to-parallel adapter cable

The Cables To Go 16899 connects a DB25 parallel printer to a USB Type-A port on computers that lack a legacy parallel interface. It supports inkjet, laser and high-speed printers using the IEEE 1284 standard. The 1.82 m cable length gives enough reach for typical desktop layouts.

IEEE 1284 signalling over USB

The adapter handles the parallel handshake so the operating system sees a standard USB printer connection. This removes IRQ conflicts that can occur with native parallel ports and lets you attach multiple printers directly to separate USB ports without a switchbox. No external power supply is required.

Check port and driver compatibility

Verify the printer uses a 25-pin DB25 female connector and that your operating system includes or can load a driver for USB-to-parallel adapters. Some very old printers may need a specific driver package not supplied with the cable. The connector on the computer side is a standard 4-pin USB Type-A male plug.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameC2G
Model name16899
Product typeCable Connectors
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector count1
Connector detailsConnector 1: USB Type A Male
Connector 2: DB25 Female
Size & build
Overall length0.5 ft (0.15 m)
Shipping weight0.12 kg
Package size133 × 127 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Will the USB-A plug or DB25 connector wear out first with daily plugging?

Both ends are passive connectors rated for standard mating cycles; no moving parts or active electronics exist inside the 16899 cable to degrade.

What length limit applies when the cable runs at full IEEE-1284 speed all day?

The 1.82 m (6 ft) length matches the IEEE-1284 specification maximum, so signal integrity holds at full parallel throughput.

Does the adapter draw enough USB power to warm up during continuous printing?

It pulls only the few milliamps needed for the IEEE-1284 logic translator, so the blue jacket stays at ambient temperature.

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