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KENTEK 15 Feet FT DB25 to CN36 Parallel Printer Data Cable Cord RS-232 28 AWG Uni-Directional 25 to 36 Pin Molded Male to Male M/M Centronics 25C Port for IBM PC Dot-Matrix Laser Printer
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KENTEK 15 Feet FT DB25 to CN36 Parallel Printer Data Cable Cord RS-232 28 AWG Uni-Directional 25 to 36 Pin Molded Male to Male M/M Centronics 25C Port for IBM PC Dot-Matrix Laser Printer

Bottom line: The KENTEK 15 Feet FT DB25 to CN36 Parallel Printer Data Cable Cord is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the cables & connectors category. Check the specification table below against one or two close alternatives — on price and spec fit, not on star ratings.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ RS-232 Parallel Printer Cable
  • ✓ Backed by KENTEK's warranty and support channels

Cons

  • ✗ Check the listed dimensions, connectors and platform compatibility against your setup before ordering
  • ✗ Price, stock, shipping and returns are set by the retailer and may have changed since this page was last updated

Manufacturer description

This DB25 25 pin male to CN36 36 pin male parallel printer cable can be used to connect PC to a parallel dot-matrix printer, older laser printer or other uni-directional 36 pin Centronics peripheral. Double shielded for maximum EMI/RFI protection. Cable color: Beige. AWG: 28 AWG. Standards: RoHS, UL, CSA, ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer.

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored KENTEK 15 Feet FT DB25 to CN36 Parallel Printer Data Cable Cord… using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. KENTEK'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 retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • RS-232 Parallel Printer Cable
  • DB25 Male to CN36 Male
  • 28 AWG
  • Standards: UL, CSA, ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer

Full Specifications

BrandKENTEK
ColorBeige
Gauge28
ModelKT-DB25-CN36-MM-15FT
StandardsUL, CSA, ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer
Cable TypeSerial
Item ShapeRound
Unit Count1 Count
Part NumberKT-DB25-CN36-MM-15FT
CompatibilityPC
Connector TypeDB25
Number of Pins25
Special FeatureEMI/RFI Protection
Connector GenderMale-to-Male
Specification MetCSA, RoHS
Compatible DevicesPC, Printer
Indoor Outdoor UsageIndoor, Outdoor
Connectivity TechnologyParallel Port
Other Special Features of the ProductEMI/RFI Protection

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