Black Box Corporation
Black Box EDN12H-0020-MF RS-232 serial extension cable DB9 male/female 20 ft
A 20 ft DB9 male-to-female RS-232 serial extension cable with EMI/RFI shielding
- TypeOthers
- Extends serial connections 20 ft with DB9 male-to-female ends
- Metal hoods shield signals from EMI/RFI interference
- Lifetime warranty backs long-term reliability
- Beige colour aids quick cable identification
- Straight-through pinout keeps legacy RS-232 gear working
Serial extension cable with EMI/RFI shielding
This 20 ft RS-232 cable extends the reach between DB-9 serial ports. It features a male connector on one end and a female connector on the other. Metal hoods provide shielding against electromagnetic and radio-frequency interference. The beige cable suits industrial and office installations.
Who should use this cable
It suits technicians extending legacy serial links for modems, industrial controllers or point-of-sale equipment. The lifetime warranty supports long-term deployments. Buyers needing a null-modem crossover or a different connector gender should look at other cable types.
The 20 ft length decides fit
Measure the exact distance between your two DB-9 ports before ordering. A cable that is too short will not connect; excess length adds clutter and potential signal degradation. This specific length is the critical specification for a successful installation.
Highlights
- Extends serial connections 20 ft with DB9 male-to-female ends
- Metal hoods shield signals from EMI/RFI interference
- Lifetime warranty backs long-term reliability
- Beige colour aids quick cable identification
- Straight-through pinout keeps legacy RS-232 gear working
Specifications
| Brand | Black Box |
|---|---|
| Type | Others |
Questions about this item
Does the 20 ft serial cable need any periodic maintenance or connector replacement?
The cable has no moving parts and the DB9 connectors are rated for the lifetime warranty period, so no scheduled replacement is required.
What is the first limitation you hit when running RS-232 signals continuously through the 20 ft extension?
The RS-232 interface and 20 ft length set the practical distance limit before signal degradation can appear.
How much heat or noise does the shielded DB9 extension produce during all-day operation?
The passive cable generates no heat and makes no noise; the metal-hood shielding only blocks external EMI/RFI.
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