StarTech 1ft (30cm) USB-C to Serial Adapter Cable, COM Retention, FTDI Chip
StarTech 1ft (30cm) USB-C to Serial Adapter Cable, COM Retention, FTDI Chip
Add RS-232 serial communication to USB-C laptops or desktops with this 1ft (30cm) USB-C to DB9 serial adapter cable. The cable enables close-range serial connections, reducing excess slack to keep desks, workstations, kiosks, or service benches clean and organized. Secure it with pre-installed removable DB9 nuts or install the included DB9 screws for expanded compatibility with serial peripherals. Transmit, Receive, and USB LEDs show activity and host recognition for faster setup and troubleshooting. The FTDI-based adapter supports Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux, with driver auto-install and COM retention to help maintain serial access after reboots or reconnects. Built for demanding environments, the cable features molded TPE housing for flex and wear protection, Level-4 ESD protection (15kV air/8kV contact), copper shielding to reduce interference, gold-plated connectors to resist corrosion, and -40°C to 80°C operation.
Product Features
- ADAPT TO EXISTING SERIAL SETUPS: 1ft (30cm) USB-C to DB9 RS-232 adapter cable with interchangeable DB9 nuts (pre-installed) and screws supports a variety of serial peripherals and cabling while maintaining a compact and flexible setup
- MONITOR PORT ACTIVITY AT A GLANCE: Transmit, Receive, and USB LEDs show live port activity and host recognition status, helping IT teams confirm connection behavior faster during setup and troubleshooting
- STANDARDIZE ACROSS MAJOR OPERATING SYSTEMS: FTDI chipset supports Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux with driver auto-install and COM retention, simplifying deployments and maintaining serial access after reboots or reconnects
- ENGINEERED FOR DEMANDING ENVIRONMENTS: Level 4 ESD protection (15kV air / 8kV contact), molded TPE housing, copper shielding, gold-plated connector pins and a -40C to 80C range help maintain reliable connectivity in industrial or commercial environments
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