MECCANIXITY
MECCANIXITY DB25 25-Pin Parallel Port Printer Cable
Bottom line: The MECCANIXITY 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
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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
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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: 0.7 m / 2.3ft; Male connector: USB 2.0; Female connector: CN36; 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 | 0.7 m / 2.3ft; Male connector: USB 2.0; Female connector: CN36; Connector material: Metal Nickel Plating |
| Cable Type | Coaxial |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Item Length | 0.7 meters |
| Part Number | mea250305ee000253 |
| Connectivity | USB |
| Connector Type | Ethernet |
| Number of Pins | 25 |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Special Feature | Lightweight |
| Connector Gender | Male-to-Female |
| Compatible Devices | Printer |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Compatible Phone Models | No Compatible Phone Models |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Connecting dot matrix printers, scanners, CNC machine tools, and controllers to modern computers via USB 2.0 |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Lightweight |
| Full listing title | MECCANIXITY DB25 25-Pin Parallel Port Printer Cable, 2.3ft(0.7m) Male USB 2.0 to Female CN36 Converter with Nickel-Plated Connectors for Scanners Printers Black |
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