USB to DB15 Game Port Adapter Cable for Game Joystick MS Sidewinder Compatible to MS Part 98427(0.5m)
Bottom line: The C0QNC748R USB to DB15 Game Port Adapter Cable is a specs-and-price decision rather than a crowd-consensus one in the joysticks & game port 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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Manufacturer description
CablesUSB TO DB15 GAME PORT ADAPTER CABLE FOR GAME JOYSTICK MS SIDEWINDER COMPATIBLE TO MS PART 98427Wire gauge: UL2725 AWG28*1P+AWG24*2C, UL certified wire, fire-resistant and flame-retardant, -25 ~ 80 .Outer diameter (OD): 5.0mmJacket material: PVCConnector A: USB 2.0 A MaleConnector B: DB15 FemaleWire material: tinned copper
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SpecPicks scored C0QNC748R USB to DB15 Game Port Adapter Cable using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the joysticks & game port category. C0QNC748R's joysticks & game port 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 joysticks & game port 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
- Cables
Full Specifications
| Brand | C0QNC748R |
|---|---|
| Connectivity | USB |
| Package Dimensions | 1.18 x 0.79 x 0.39 inches |
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USB to DB15 Game Port Adapter Cable for Game Joystick MS Sidewinder Compatible to MS Part 98427(0.5m) is vintage hardware; the used and vintage market on eBay carries most of the live inventory. Prices and condition vary by seller and move in real time, so we link the live listing rather than quote a cached price. It also has an Amazon listing — check it for current price and availability. SpecPicks earns a small commission on qualifying purchases — thank you for supporting independent review work.
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