StarTech.com 0.5m DB9 Male to Female Serial Extension Cable MXT10050CMBK
The StarTech.com MXT10050CMBK 0.5m DB9 Male to Female Serial Extension Cable reliably extends the reach of essential RS232 serial devices, ensuring flexible deployment within critical IT environments.
- Extended Reach: Provides 0.5m of additional length for DB9 serial connections, allowing optimal placement of peripheral devices.
- Reliable Data Flow: Features aluminum mylar foil shielding to protect against EMI/RFI, ensuring consistent and error-free serial communication.
- Durable Construction: Engineered with a PVC jacket and nickel-plated connectors for long-term resilience in demanding IT settings.
- Lifetime Assurance: Backed by a lifetime warranty, minimizing total cost of ownership and providing peace of mind for IT asset managers.
Product Overview
Product Overview
The StarTech.com MXT10050CMBK is a 0.5m DB9 Male to Female serial extension cable, purpose-built to extend RS232 connections. It features a DB9 male connector on one end and a DB9 female connector on the other, facilitating direct extension of existing serial links.
Constructed with 28 AWG wire and a robust PVC jacket, this cable is designed for durability in professional environments. Its aluminum mylar foil shielding protects against electromagnetic interference, crucial for maintaining signal integrity in electrically noisy data centers or industrial settings.
- Core Functionality: Extends DB9 serial connections by 0.5 meters, enabling flexible positioning of legacy and specialized IT equipment.
- Signal Integrity: Aluminum mylar foil shielding minimizes EMI/RFI, preventing data corruption and ensuring stable serial communication for critical systems.
- Robust Build: Features a durable PVC jacket and nickel-plated connectors, engineered for consistent performance and extended lifespan in demanding operational use.
- Certified Compliance: RoHS, REACH, and CE certifications ensure adherence to environmental and safety standards, reducing regulatory concerns for procurement.
- Operational Value: Backed by a lifetime warranty, this cable offers a low total cost of ownership and reduces the need for frequent replacements, supporting long-term IT infrastructure stability.
Choose the StarTech.com MXT10050CMBK for a reliable, compliant, and durable serial extension solution that supports your business's operational needs.
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What This Solves
Console Access Extension
In data centers or server rooms, network administrators often require extended reach to connect to the console ports of switches, routers, or firewalls. This cable provides the necessary length to connect a laptop or console server to equipment that is not directly accessible, facilitating configuration and troubleshooting.
Network operations centers, IT infrastructure teams, server room deployments, remote branch offices
Industrial Equipment Connectivity
Manufacturing plants and industrial facilities frequently utilize RS232 for connecting programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), and other control devices. This extension cable allows for flexible placement of control panels and diagnostic tools, ensuring reliable communication in challenging environments.
Manufacturing facilities, industrial automation, process control systems, building management
Point-of-Sale (POS) System Integration
Retail and hospitality environments often rely on serial connections for integrating various POS peripherals like receipt printers, barcode scanners, and payment terminals. The cable extends these connections, enabling ergonomic workstation setups and efficient transaction processing without signal loss.
Retail stores, restaurant chains, hospitality groups, small business operations
Key Features
Cable length: 0.5 m
Provides essential reach for connecting serial devices, allowing flexible equipment placement within confined or distributed IT setups.
Cable shielding: Aluminum mylar foil
Protects against electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI), ensuring stable and error-free data transmission for critical applications.
Connector contacts plating: Nickel
Offers enhanced durability and corrosion resistance, maintaining reliable electrical contact over the cable's lifespan and reducing maintenance needs.
AWG wire size: 28
Ensures appropriate signal conduction for serial data, supporting consistent communication performance across the extended distance.
Jacket material: Polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
Provides a robust and flexible outer layer, protecting internal conductors from physical damage and contributing to the cable's long-term resilience in IT environments.
Compatible With
Networking Equipment
Routers, managed switches, firewalls, console servers, modems from Cisco, Juniper, HPE
Industrial Control Systems
PLCs, SCADA systems, CNC machines, automation controllers, data acquisition units
Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems
Cash registers, receipt printers, barcode scanners, payment terminals, display units
Server & UPS Management
Older servers, uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), KVM switches, diagnostic tools
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of devices can I connect using this DB9 extension cable?
This cable is designed to extend connections for any device utilizing a standard DB9 RS232 serial port. Common applications include connecting to network switches for console access, industrial control systems, point-of-sale (POS) peripherals, and older modems or UPS units.
Does this cable support all nine pins of the DB9 connector?
Yes, this StarTech.com DB9 extension cable is fully wired to support all nine pins, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of RS232 serial devices that require full pin functionality for data transmission and control signals.
How does the aluminum mylar foil shielding benefit my operations?
The aluminum mylar foil shielding significantly reduces electromagnetic interference (EMI) and radio frequency interference (RFI) from nearby electronics. This protection ensures that your serial data transmissions remain stable and error-free, which is critical for reliable operation of connected systems.
Is this cable suitable for use in industrial environments?
Yes, with its durable PVC jacket and aluminum mylar foil shielding, this cable is engineered to withstand professional environments, including those with moderate electrical noise. Its robust construction supports reliable performance in industrial control and automation settings.
Warranty & Returns
Manufacturer Warranty
Lifetime Warranty
Warranty is provided directly by the manufacturer and covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.
Return Policy
Returns subject to manufacturer approval
Hardware returns are governed by the manufacturer's return policy. Some products are non-returnable or subject to restocking fees. Defective items are handled under the manufacturer warranty. Contact Zent Networks before initiating any return.