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Gray 6 ft parallel cable with DB25 male and Centronics 36 male connectors

Micro Connectors

Micro Connectors M01-010 6 ft DB25M to C36M printer cable

SKU CH-JKQD-0CJWK MPN M01-010

A six-foot bi-directional parallel cable with DB25 male and 36-pin Centronics male connectors for IEEE-1284 printers and scanners

  • Connector details1 × 36-pin Centronics Male
  • Product typeData Transfer Cable
  • Product colorGray
  • Overall length< 6 ft
  • IEEE-1284 support enables faster bi-directional printing
  • DB25 male to Centronics 36 male fits legacy devices
  • Fully molded connectors with thumbscrews ensure secure links
  • Six-foot length reaches desktop printers without strain
  • Durable construction withstands industrial daily use

Connection standard

The Micro Connectors M01-010 is a bi-directional parallel cable built to the IEEE-1284 specification. It links a host device with a DB25 male port to a printer or scanner equipped with a 36-pin Centronics male connector. The six-foot length suits typical desktop or bench placements. Industrial-grade moulding makes it durable enough for continuous use in demanding environments.

Build integration

Fully moulded connectors with thumbscrews give a secure, tool-free fit that resists vibration and accidental disconnection. The cable carries data only, so no external power supply is required for the link itself. Its grey jacket blends with standard office equipment. The one-to-one connector arrangement leaves no free ports on either end, dedicating the path to a single peripheral.

Upgrade context

This cable replaces older, non-compliant parallel leads that limit throughput and lack bi-directional signalling. The jump is worthwhile when a legacy printer or scanner requires IEEE-1284 handshaking for full feature support, such as status reporting or advanced job control. It is not suited for USB-only hosts or for connecting multiple devices from one port.

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Price $7.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameMicro Connectors
Product typeData Transfer Cable
Product colorGray
Ports & slots
Connector details1 × 36-pin Centronics Male
Size & build
Overall length< 6 ft

Questions about this item

How long is the cable before signal loss becomes an issue?

The cable is 6 ft long and built to the IEEE-1284 standard for reliable parallel data transfer at that length.

Does the cable get warm or draw extra power during continuous printing?

It is a passive parallel cable with no active electronics, so it generates no heat and draws no power of its own.

What ports must my computer and printer already have for this cable to connect them?

Your computer needs a DB25 female parallel port and your printer needs a 36-pin Centronics female port.

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