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USB to DB25 parallel printer adapter cable with thumbscrews

Sabrent CB-DB25 USB 2.0 to DB25 IEEE-1284 Parallel Printer Cable Adapter with Thumbscrews

SKU CH-1MVD-8WYY7

Connects a 25-pin parallel printer to a USB 2.0 port without driver installation

  • TypeUSB C to DVI Cable
  • Length6 Feet
  • Connector Number6
  • Terminal GenderMale to Female
  • SpecificationsCB-DB25, 2.2098 L x 13.1064 W x 22.1996 H centimeters, Print
  • Sports Team1 Piece
  • Driverless USB 2.0 connection for 25-pin parallel printers
  • Plug-and-play IEEE-1284 support with automatic hardware recognition
  • Thumbscrew connectors secure the DB25 link without tools
  • Six-foot copper cable gives flexible desktop placement
  • Works with USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports on most printers

USB 2.0 to DB25 Parallel Adapter

The Sabrent CB-DB25 connects a legacy parallel printer with a 25-pin port to a modern USB 2.0 or USB 1.1 host. It targets users who need to keep older output hardware working on current computers without installing driver software. The adapter handles the protocol translation automatically on connection.

Thumbscrew DB25 Connector and Copper Conductor

A DB25 female socket with integrated thumbscrews secures the cable to the printer port by hand, removing the need for tools during setup or relocation. The six-foot cable uses copper conductors to carry the IEEE-1284 signalling between the Type-A USB plug and the parallel interface. Male-to-female gender matching fits standard printer cables directly.

USB 1.1 and 2.0 Speed Limits for Parallel Printing

The link operates at USB 1.1 or 2.0 bandwidth, so data throughput is governed by the slower host controller rather than the parallel specification. Printers that require proprietary bidirectional extensions or high-speed ECP modes beyond basic IEEE-1284 may not function correctly through this driverless bridge.

Highlights

  • Driverless USB 2.0 connection for 25-pin parallel printers
  • Plug-and-play IEEE-1284 support with automatic hardware recognition
  • Thumbscrew connectors secure the DB25 link without tools
  • Six-foot copper cable gives flexible desktop placement
  • Works with USB 1.1 and 2.0 ports on most printers

Specifications

BrandSABRENT
ModelCB-DB25
TypeUSB C to DVI Cable
Length6 Feet
Connector Number6
Terminal GenderMale to Female
SpecificationsCB-DB25, 2.2098 L x 13.1064 W x 22.1996 H centimeters, Printer
Sports Team1 Piece
ConductorCopper Conductor
FeaturesPrinter
DisclaimerPrinter

Questions about this item

What IEEE-1284 parallel standard does this USB 2.0 adapter support?

It implements the IEEE-1284 parallel interface over USB 2.0, letting a 25-pin printer communicate at USB 2.0 speeds without extra drivers.

What physical connector and mounting hardware does the parallel end use?

The parallel end is a DB25 female port secured by integrated thumbscrews that mate with the printer's DB25 male connector.

How do I install this adapter, and what step is often missed?

Plug the USB end into the computer, attach the DB25 end to the printer and tighten the thumbscrews; the driverless setup completes automatically once both connections are firm.

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