CableMAX USBG-1S1PQ-10FT USB converter 10ft FTDI RS-232

USB-to-Serial Adapter with FTDI Chipset

This ten-foot USB 2.0 Type-A to DB-9 adapter lets you connect legacy serial peripherals to any laptop or desktop that lacks a native COM port. The FTDI chipset provides plug-and-play enumeration on modern operating systems without manual driver hunting. It is aimed at technicians and hobbyists who need a reliable bridge for industrial equipment, barcode scanners or older PDAs. Buyers who require galvanic isolation or multi-port expansion will need a different solution.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

The cable draws all operating current from the host USB port, eliminating the need for an external power supply. A built-in bright blue LED indicates link status while consuming only a few milliamps. No active cooling or fan is present, so the adapter runs silently in typical office or bench environments. Power management features include USB suspend detection and remote wake-up support.

Bundled CD Drivers and Manual

An included CD supplies the vendor-supplied driver package and a PDF manual for systems that do not load the FTDI class driver automatically. The disc also contains uninstall utilities and a loop-back test utility for verifying the 960K maximum transfer rate. Once installed, the adapter appears as a standard virtual COM port, allowing existing terminal software to operate without modification.