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Black 10 ft USB 2.0 to 36-pin Centronics printer cable

STARTECH

STARTECH ICUSB128410 10 ft USB 2.0 to 36-pin Centronics printer cable

SKU CH-VN1X-8CDM3 MPN ICUSB128410

Connect a 36-pin Centronics parallel printer to a USB 2.0 port with this 10 ft adapter cable

  • Connector count2
  • Connector detailsConnector A:1 - Centronics (36 pin) Male Connector B:1 - USB
  • Product typeCable Connectors
  • Product colorBlack
  • Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
  • Key featuresCable Type: USB/ParallelCable Length: 10 ftConnector on Firs

Length 10 ft.

Style USB to Parallel

  • Add a parallel port to any PC via USB
  • 10 ft cable reaches distant printers easily
  • 36-pin Centronics male fits legacy hardware
  • USB 2.0 Type-A plug works with modern hosts
  • IEEE 1284 signalling ensures reliable data transfer

USB 2.0 to Centronics printer cable

This 10 ft cable connects a USB 2.0 Type A port to a 36-pin Centronics parallel printer. It adds a legacy parallel interface to any desktop or laptop that only offers USB. The male-to-male design plugs directly into the printer and the host without extra adapters.

USB 2.0 bandwidth and IEEE 1284 limits

The link runs at USB 2.0 speeds, so throughput is capped by the host controller rather than the original parallel port. IEEE 1284 negotiation still applies, meaning the printer must support the standard for reliable communication. Very long print jobs may take longer than on a native parallel card.

Shielded cable with moulded strain relief

A black PVC jacket and moulded connector hoods protect the conductors from everyday bending at the desk. The 10 ft length gives enough reach for floor-standing printers while keeping the cable tidy on shorter runs. No external power supply is required; the adapter draws its power from the USB port.

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Price $23.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model nameICUSB128410
Product typeCable Connectors
Product colorBlack
Ports & slots
Connector count2
Connector detailsConnector A:1 - Centronics (36 pin) Male
Connector B:1 - USB A (4 pin) Male
Size & build
Overall length10 ft (3.05 m)
Shipping weight0.18 kg
Package size194 × 145 × 24 mm

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Questions about this item

Should I pick the 10 ft length or a shorter cable for my parallel printer?

The 10 ft length gives enough slack to reach a printer on a nearby shelf without excess cable coiled on the floor; choose a shorter cable only if the device sits right next to the PC.

What does the USB 2.0 label mean for actual printing speed?

The adapter runs at USB 2.0 signalling rates, but the Centronics parallel port limits throughput, so print speed is governed by the printer itself, not the USB link.

Does the 36-pin Centronics connector follow the IEEE 1284 standard?

Yes, the 36-pin Centronics male connector implements IEEE 1284 signalling, providing bidirectional communication compatible with legacy parallel printers.

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