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Black USB-A to DB9 serial cable, six feet long

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TeKit USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 serial cable FTDI 6ft

SKU CH-GYKX-YE1RG

Connects serial DB9 devices to a USB 2.0 port using an FTDI chipset with 1 Mbps transfer rate

  • TypeUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Ad
  • ColorBlack
  • Cable Length6 ft.
  • Connector DetailUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Ad
  • SpecificationsUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Ad
  • FeaturesUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Ad
  • Connect serial devices via USB with 1Mbps transfer rate
  • FTDI FT232RL chipset ensures broad OS compatibility
  • USB Type A Male to 9-pin DB9 RS-232 connector
  • Tinned copper conductors with triple shielding for reliable data
  • USB powered — no external adapter needed

USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 serial cable for legacy devices

This cable bridges a USB Type A port to a standard 9-pin DB9 RS-232 connector. It is intended for engineers, technicians and hobbyists who need to communicate with serial modems, barcode scanners, label writers, GPS units, industrial equipment or older PDAs from a modern computer. The 6 ft length provides flexible placement on a bench or in a rack. The FTDI FT232RL chipset ensures broad driver support across Windows, Mac and Linux platforms.

Thermals noise and power draw in normal use

The adapter draws all required power directly from the USB port, eliminating the need for an external supply. With no active cooling components, the cable operates silently and generates negligible heat during typical 1 Mbps data transfers. The tinned copper conductors (24/28 AWG) and triple shielding maintain signal integrity without increasing power consumption. Driver installation is a one-time process after which the device functions as a standard COM port.

Build quality connectors and daily implications

The moulded USB Type A male and DB9 male connectors are built for repeated insertion cycles in workshop or field environments. Triple shielding and quality conductors resist electromagnetic interference from nearby motors or power supplies. The 6 ft cable route reaches equipment mounted in cabinets or on DIN rails without strain. Users who require USB 3.0 speeds, gender changers, or right-angle connectors will need a different solution.

Highlights

  • Connect serial devices via USB with 1Mbps transfer rate
  • FTDI FT232RL chipset ensures broad OS compatibility
  • USB Type A Male to 9-pin DB9 RS-232 connector
  • Tinned copper conductors with triple shielding for reliable data
  • USB powered — no external adapter needed

Specifications

BrandUGREEN
Model20218
TypeUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Adapter with FTDI Chipset for Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Linux and Mac OS X 10.6 and Above (6ft)
ColorBlack
Cable Length6 ft.
Connector DetailUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Adapter with FTDI Chipset for Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Linux and Mac OS X 10.6 and Above (6ft)
SpecificationsUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Adapter with FTDI Chipset for Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Linux and Mac OS X 10.6 and Above (6ft)
FeaturesUGREEN USB 2.0 to RS232 DB9 Serial Cable Male A Converter Adapter with FTDI Chipset for Windows 10, 8.1, 8, 7, Vista, XP, 2000, Linux and Mac OS X 10.6 and Above (6ft)

Questions about this item

How do I install the FTDI FT232RL driver so the DB9 port appears in Windows 10 Device Manager?

Download the FTDI VCP driver from the FTDI website, run the installer before plugging the cable in, then connect the USB Type A Male end; the 9-pin DB9 RS-232 connector will enumerate as a virtual COM port.

What part of the cable is most likely to need replacement after heavy daily use?

The tinned copper conductors at wire gauge 24 and 28 inside the 6 ft cable can fatigue at the strain relief near the DB9 hood after thousands of insertions.

What throughput ceiling appears first when streaming continuously at the rated 1 Mbps?

The USB 2.0 bulk endpoint and FT232RL chipset sustain the full 1 Mbps, so the practical limit is the RS-232 signalling rate itself rather than the USB link.

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