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Grey metal bracket with a DB-25 female port and a 16-inch ribbon cable to an IDC 25-pin header

STARTECH

STARTECH PLATE25F16 16in DB-25 to IDC 25-pin header slot plate

SKU CH-DW0M-BNJ6H MPN PLATE25F16

A 16-inch parallel header adapter connects a DB-25 female port to an IDC 25-pin header slot plate

  • Product typeParallel Header Adapter
  • DetailsCable Length: 16 in Number of Connectors: 2 Connector Detail
  • Key featuresStarTech.com comes through again with this 25-pin Parallel t
  • Product weight0.05
  • Connect legacy parallel devices via 16-inch DB-25 female connector
  • Fit internal IDC 25-pin headers with included slot plate bracket
  • Two connectors enable direct parallel-to-header linkage without extra cabling
  • Lightweight 0.05 kg design adds minimal mass to chassis builds
  • Established StarTech.com adapter model available since 2010

Parallel Header Adapter

The StarTech PLATE25F16 is a 16-inch slot plate that converts a 25-pin DB-25 female parallel port to an IDC 25-pin header connection. It provides a direct link between legacy parallel devices and a motherboard header without additional cabling.

Replaces internal ribbon cables

This adapter replaces a loose ribbon cable running from a motherboard header to a rear-panel DB-25 cutout. The fixed 16-inch length and slot-plate mounting make the upgrade worthwhile when a tidy, permanent installation is preferred over a temporary cable run.

Suits legacy parallel ports

Builders maintaining older systems that still require a DB-25 parallel interface will find this plate a straightforward fit. It is not for systems lacking a 25-pin IDC header or for installations needing a different connector type or cable length.

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Price $8.99
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Specifications

Product
Brand nameStarTech.com
Model namePLATE25F16
Product typeParallel Header Adapter
Size & build
Shipping weight0.05 kg
Package size149 × 121 × 25 mm

Questions about this item

Will the 16" cable reach a motherboard header from a rear-slot opening?

The 16-inch ribbon provides enough length to connect a rear-panel DB-25 cutout to most internal 25-pin IDC headers on standard ATX boards.

How do I secure the DB-25 female connector to the case bracket?

Fasten the plate's mounting holes to the expansion-slot screws, then plug the IDC header onto the motherboard pins — aligning pin 1 prevents reversed insertion.

Does the IDC 25-pin header wear out after repeated mating cycles?

The gold-plated IDC contacts are rated for typical service cycles; replacement is only needed if pins bend or the ribbon cable is physically damaged.

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