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

Name: Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M) 6-ft.(P606-006)
Brand: TRIPP LITE
SKU: B0000512GZ
Price: 10.93 USD
Availability: InStock

By Mike Perry, Hardware Editor · Verified 2026-09-07

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Bottom line: The Tripp Lite IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable (DB25 to Cen36 M/M) 6-ft.(P606-006) is a niche pick — read recent reviews before buying in the cables & connectors category, priced around $10.93. Compare close alternatives before committing.

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. Mixed or limited buyer feedback at this price point — focus your evaluation on recent reviews that specifically address build quality and long-term reliability, and shortlist one or two close alternatives before deciding.

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.

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

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

Brand	TRIPP LITE
Color	Black
Model	P606-006
Cable Type	Parallel
Item Shape	Round
Model Name	AB Parallel Printer Cable
Unit Count	1 Count
Item Length	6 feet
Part Number	P606-006
Connector Type	DB25
Number of Pins	25
Number of Items	1
Special Feature	High Speed
Connector Gender	Male-to-Male
Specification Met	IEEE
Compatible Devices	Printer
Included Components	6-ft. IEEE 1284 AB Parallel Printer Cable DB25M to Cen36M
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor, Outdoor
Warranty Description	Lifetime Replacement
Compatible Phone Models	No 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.