KENTEK
KENTEK DB25 25 Pin Male to CN36 36 Pin Female
Bottom line: The KENTEK DB25 25 Pin Male to CN36 36 Pin Female 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
- ✓ Connector: DB25 Male / CN36 Female
- ✓ 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 adapter will extend/ connect a DB25 cable to a CN36 cable and vice versa. Used to convert existing parallel port to connect a CN36 36-pin Centronics cable. Color of the adapter: Beige. Each order Contains 1PC (One Piece). Picture demonstrated adapter's front and back connection. Standards: UL, CSA, ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer **May need to to be plugged in when computer is turned off/ or plugged in then reboot the PC.
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored KENTEK DB25 25 Pin Male to CN36 36 Pin Female 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
- Connector: DB25 Male / CN36 Female
- Type: Molded Adapter
- Color: Beige
- Each order Contains 1 Piece. Picture demonstrated adapter's front and back connection.
- Standards: UL, CSA, ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer
Full Specifications
| Type | Molded Adapter |
|---|---|
| Brand | KENTEK |
| Color | Beige |
| Finish | Scsi |
| Connector | DB25 Male / CN36 Female |
| Standards | UL, CSA, ISO 9001:2000 manufacturer |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Finish Type | Scsi |
| Model Number | KT-DB25M-CN36F-ADA |
| Connector Type | scsi |
| Mfr Part Number | KT-DB25M-CN36F-ADA |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Full listing title | KENTEK DB25 25 Pin Male to CN36 36 Pin Female, Male to Female M/F Molded Centronics Parallel Printer Adapter Changer Coupler RS-232 SCSI |
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KENTEK DB25 25 Pin Male to CN36 36 Pin Female, Male to Female M/F Molded Centronics Parallel Printer Adapter Changer Coupler RS-232 SCSI is listed on Amazon. Price, availability, shipping and returns are set by Amazon and its sellers — check the listing for current terms. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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