MECCANIXITY 2Pcs DB25 25-Pin Parallel Port Printer Cable
Bottom line: The MECCANIXITY 2Pcs DB25 25-Pin Parallel Port Printer Cable 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
- ✓ Backed by MECCANIXITY'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
SpecPicks Verdict
SpecPicks scored MECCANIXITY 2Pcs DB25 25-Pin Parallel Port Printer Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the cables & connectors category. MECCANIXITY'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
- DB25 parallel port adapter cable, with nickel-plated connector, parallel printer converter has bidirectional data transmission function, widely used in traditional equipment, dot matrix printers, CNC machine tools, controllers, etc., can also be connected to modern computers.
- Length: 0.8 m / 2.6ft; Male connector: USB 2.0; Female connector: DB25; Connector material: Metal Nickel Plating
- 1. The parallel printer converter has a two-way data transmission function, and the parallel port line has strong compatibility, can easily support various types of data transmission, and has a fast transmission speed; 2. The parallel port line material has stable data transmission, strong anti-interference ability, wear resistance and oxidation resistance, and is durable.
- Select a parallel port cable of appropriate size, determine the device to be connected, and insert the parallel port cable.
- Please confirm the specifications and dimensions of the product before purchasing. Note: Please connect the cable first, then turn the printer power on. Do not plug or unplug the parallel port of the cable when it is powered on, otherwise, it will easily damage the adapter chip, causing the printer not to work or print messy characters.
Full Specifications
| Brand | MECCANIXITY |
|---|---|
| Length | 0.8 m / 2.6ft; Male connector: USB 2.0; Female connector: DB25; Connector material: Metal Nickel Plating |
| Cable Type | Coaxial |
| Unit Count | 2 Count |
| Part Number | mea250305ee000251 |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Connector Type | Ethernet |
| Number of Pins | 25 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Female |
| Compatible Devices | Printer |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Lightweight |
| Full listing title | MECCANIXITY 2Pcs DB25 25-Pin Parallel Port Printer Cable, 2.6ft(0.8m) Male USB 2.0 to Female DB25 Converter with Nickel-Plated Connectors for Scanners Printers Black |
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