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Six-foot USB-A to DB25 parallel adapter cable with screw terminals

Sabrent USB to DB25 Parallel Printer Cable 6ft

SKU CH-A4Y2-0X21T

Connects USB computers to DB25 parallel printers, scanners and POS devices at up to 12 Mbps with plug-and-play operation on Windows, Mac OS 9.1+ and Linux

  • Connector count6
  • Connector genderMale to Female
  • Team affiliation1 Piece
  • Conductor typeCopper Conductor
  • Product typeUSB C to DVI Cable
  • Overall length6 ft (1.83 m)
  • Connect USB computers to DB25 parallel printers with a 6 ft cable
  • Transfer data up to 12 Mbps compliant with IEEE 1284 and USB 1.1/2.0
  • Works instantly with no driver installation or external power required
  • Compatible with Windows 10 through 98SE, Mac OS 9.1+, and Linux
  • Copper conductor ensures reliable bi-directional communication for POS, label, and scanner devices

USB-to-parallel adapter for legacy printers

This cable connects a USB-A port to a DB25 female connector, letting modern computers drive parallel printers, label makers, POS units and scanners. It complies with USB 1.1 and 2.0 as well as IEEE 1284, reaching data rates up to 12Mbps. The six-foot copper conductor requires no external power or driver installation on supported systems. Plug it in and the operating system recognises the parallel port immediately.

Suits owners of DB25 peripherals.

Shops and hobbyists keeping inkjet, laser or receipt printers with a 25-pin port can keep using them on Windows 98SE through 10, Mac OS 9.1 and later, plus Linux. Buyers needing to attach a Zip drive or a CNC engraver and cutter will find the adapter incompatible. The cable provides a single parallel interface, so users requiring multiple legacy ports must look elsewhere.

IEEE 1284 bidirectional support at 12Mbps

The decisive specification is full IEEE 1284 compliance with bi-directional transfer at 12 megabits per second. Without that standard the adapter could not drive the handshaking and timing required by most parallel printers and scanners. The USB 2.0 connection supplies enough bandwidth for the rated speed, and the screw-secured DB25 female end matches legacy cables directly.

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Specifications

Product
Brand nameSABRENT
Model name0782911849779
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
More details
Team affiliation1 Piece

Questions about this item

Will the copper conductors or the DB25 screw terminals need periodic tightening or replacement after extended use?

The cable uses copper conductors and a DB25 female connector with screw terminals designed for a secure fit; no periodic tightening or conductor replacement is expected under normal desktop use.

What is the maximum sustained data rate the IEEE 1284 link can maintain during long print jobs?

The adapter supports data transfer speeds up to 12 Mbps and is fully compliant with USB 1.1, USB 2.0 and IEEE 1284 specifications, so that rate is the practical ceiling for continuous printing.

Does the adapter draw enough power from the USB port to generate noticeable heat during all-day operation?

The device is bus-powered and requires no external power adapter; it operates within standard USB 2.0 power limits, so heat buildup during continuous use is minimal.

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