Monoprice Inc. 85 VGA cable 1.8288 m male male ferrite cores

VGA monitor cable 1.8288 m

This double-shielded VGA cable carries analog and extended VGA signals between a computer and an SVGA monitor. Gold-plated male DE-15 connectors on both ends resist corrosion and provide a secure fit with integrated thumbscrews. Ferrite cores at each end suppress EMI and RFI interference for a cleaner picture. It suits home-office and legacy-system builders who need a reliable analog video link.

Practical limits of analog VGA

Analog VGA bandwidth caps the maximum usable resolution and refresh rate, so very high-resolution or high-refresh displays will not reach their full potential over this interface. Cable length adds signal attenuation; at 1.8288 m the loss is modest, but longer runs would degrade sharpness and colour accuracy. The ferrite cores reduce external noise, yet they cannot overcome the fundamental bandwidth ceiling of the VGA standard itself. Buyers who want digital clarity or resolutions beyond the analog limit should consider a digital interface instead.

Straightforward installation with thumbscrews

Simply align the 15-pin connectors and tighten the thumbscrews by hand to lock each end to the panel port. The gold plating eases insertion and resists oxidation over time. The most common issue is bent pins inside the DE-15 plug; inspect both ends before connecting and avoid forcing a misaligned connector. Ensure the ferrite cores sit close to the equipment to maximise their filtering effect. No drivers or software configuration are required for the cable itself.