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Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M) 6-ft.(P606-006)
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Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M) 6-ft.(P606-006)

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$10.93

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-24. Price and availability subject to change.

Bottom line: The Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M) 6-ft.(P606-006) is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cables & connectors category, priced around $10.93. Check the specification table above against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Superior conductivity and support high-speed bi-directional printing
  • ✓ Backed by TRIPP LITE's warranty and support channels
  • ✓ Ships via Amazon with Prime eligibility and the standard returns policy

Cons

  • ✗ Confirm socket / form-factor / power-rating compatibility against your build before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, and Prime eligibility update from Amazon and may have changed since this page was last verified

Tripp Lites 6-ft. Ieee 1284 A-B gold parallel printer cable connects computers with a DB25 female parallel port to parallel printers with a Centronics 36 female parallel port. It supports high-speed IEEE 1284 Bi-Directional communication. The cable Features gold plated DB25 male/Cent36 male connectors and gold plated copper contacts for superior conductivity. It is manufactured from superior molded cable with integral strain relief and double shielding for maximum EMI/RFI protection. It contains low-capacitance, impedance matched, twisted-pair conductors that protect against cross-talk and…

SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M)… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to our editorial and benchmark analysis across the cables & connectors category. TRIPP LITE's cables & connectors lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for cables & connectors of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the Amazon listing before purchase. Prices, stock, and Prime eligibility update directly from Amazon's catalog and may have moved since this page was last verified.

Key Features

  • 6-ft. IEEE 1284 A-B parallel printer cable connects computers with a DB25 female parallel port to parallel printers with a Centronics 36 female parallel port
  • Superior molded cable with integral strain relief and foil-shielding for maximum EMI/RFI protection
  • Superior conductivity and support high-speed bi-directional printing
  • Nickel plated connectors and gold plated copper contacts offer superior conductivity
  • Lifetime Limited Warranty

Full Specifications

BrandTRIPP LITE
ColorBlack
ModelP606-006
Cable TypeParallel
Item ShapeRound
Model NameAB Parallel Printer Cable
Unit Count1 Count
Item Length6 feet
Part NumberP606-006
Connector TypeDB25
Number of Pins25
Number of Items1
Special FeatureHigh Speed
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Specification MetIEEE
Compatible DevicesPrinter
Included Components6-ft. IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable DB25M to Cen36M
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor
Warranty DescriptionLifetime Replacement
Compatible Phone ModelsNo Compatible Phone Models

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Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M) 6-ft.(P606-006) is sold on the used and vintage market, where eBay carries the live inventory — Amazon does not stock this part. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.

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*Price sourced from Amazon.com. Last updated 2026-08-24. Price and availability subject to change.

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