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USB-A male to DB25 female parallel printer cable, 80 cm, black moulded connectors

Sabrent USB-A to DB25 Parallel Printer Cable 80cm

SKU CH-2YV8-ZB1M2

Connects USB computers to DB25 parallel printers, scanners or POS devices with bi-directional 12 Mbps transfer and plug-and-play setup

  • Connector count6
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Conductor typeCopper Conductor
  • Product typeUSB C to DVI Cable
  • Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • Details190025927304, NX-USB-DB25, 2.2098 L x 8.7884 W x 10.4902 H c
  • Connect legacy parallel printers to modern USB ports
  • 12 Mbps bi-directional transfer for fast printing
  • 80 cm cable fits typical desktop setups
  • Plug & Play installation requires no drivers
  • USB 1.1/2.0 and IEEE 1284 compliant

USB-A to DB25 printer adapter

This cable connects a USB-A port on a desktop or notebook to a DB25 parallel interface on a printer, inkjet, laser, POS machine, label printer, cash register or scanner. It provides bi-directional data transfer compliant with IEEE 1284 and USB 1.1 or 2.0 specifications. No external power adapter is required for operation. Installation is plug-and-play for immediate use.

Replaces a native parallel port

Modern computers lack built-in DB25 ports, so this adapter restores connectivity for legacy parallel peripherals. The jump is worthwhile when existing hardware such as label printers, cash registers or industrial scanners must remain in service. It supports data rates up to 12 Mbps over the parallel link. Copper conductors maintain signal integrity across the 80 cm length.

Limited by USB 1.1 or 2.0 bandwidth

The USB 1.1 or 2.0 host interface caps throughput well below the parallel port's theoretical maximum. Long or noisy cables can reduce the reliable 12 Mbps rate further. The adapter does not support non-printer parallel devices such as Zip drives. Buyers needing higher sustained throughput or compatibility with unsupported parallel peripherals should look elsewhere.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSABRENT
Model name190025927304
Product typeUSB C to DVI Cable
Ports & slots
Connector count6
Connector genderMale to Female
Size & build
Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
Conductor typeCopper Conductor

Questions about this item

Will the USB-A plug and 25-pin DB25 female connector on this 80 cm cable reach my printer without strain?

The cable measures 80 cm end to end with a USB-A male plug on one side and a DB25 female socket on the other; check the distance between your computer port and the printer's parallel port to confirm reach.

Does the adapter need a driver or external power before Windows recognises the IEEE 1284 parallel port?

It is plug-and-play compliant with USB 1.1 and 2.0, draws power from the USB port, and requires no separate driver or power adapter for the bi-directional 12 Mbps parallel link.

What should I check if the DB25 female connector wears loose after repeated plugging and unplugging?

The connector uses copper conductors and a standard 25-pin layout; if the socket becomes intermittent, replace the cable — no internal parts are user-serviceable.

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