UCB-C to Serial Adapter
Connect an RS232 (DB9) peripheral to your USB-C device
Product ID: ICUSB232C
- USB-C to straight-through RS232 DB9 serial adapter
- High-speed 921.6Kbps baud rate
- Compatible with Windows®, macOS® and Linux
- USB-powered - no external power adapter required
Overview
This USB-C™ to serial adapter lets you connect your USB-C devices to your legacy serial equipment. It converts a USB-C port on your laptop or computer into a RS232 DB9 serial port, giving you a cost-saving way to connect to serial devices such as point-of-sale terminals, serial modems, industrial equipment, and a wide variety of other RS232 peripherals.
Connect with ease
The RS232 adapter cable is compatible with Windows®, macOS and Linux® operating systems, which makes it easy to integrate into mixed environments.
Ready for mobile or desktop applications
The USB-C to serial adapter is USB powered, so you don’t need an additional external power supply. It’s a compact solution that’s easy to bring along with your laptop, when you’re on the go.
The ICUSB232C is backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.
Applications
IT administrators looking to add legacy functionality to newer notebooks, PCs and servers that lack an integrated RS232 port
Connect bar code scanners, receipt printers and other point of sale devices
Connect, monitor and control industrial/automotive sensors and other sensitive equipment
Connect and program LED and digital signage boards
Technical Specifications
| Product Numbers | ||
|---|---|---|
| Ingram DK | V934186 | |
| UPC Code | 065030871990 | |
| Warranty Information | ||
|---|---|---|
| Warranty | 2 Years | |
| Hardware | ||
| Bus Type | USB-C | |
| Chipset ID | Prolific - PL2303RA | |
| Industry Standards | USB 1.1/2.0 RS232 | |
| Interface | Serial | |
| Port Style | Cable Adapters | |
| Ports | 1 | |
| Performance | ||
| Data Bits | 5, 6, 7, 8 | |
| FIFO | 512 Bytes | |
| Flow Control | None, Xon/Xoff, RTS/CTS, DTR/DSR | |
| Max Baud Rate | 921.6 Kbps | |
| MTBF | 30,000 Hours | |
| Parity | Odd, Even, Mark, Space, or None Parity Modes | |
| Serial Protocol | RS-232 | |
| Stop Bits | 1, 1.5, 2 | |
| Connector(s) | ||
| Connector Type(s) | 1 - USB Type-C (24-pin) USB 2.0 (480Mbps) Male | |
| 1 - DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub) Male | ||
| Software | ||
| Microsoft WHQL Certified | Yes | |
| OS Compatibility | Windows® 7, 8.1, 10 Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016 Mac OS® 10.11 and 10.14 Linux 2.6.x to 4.4.x LTS Versions only |
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| Special Notes / Requirements | ||
| System and Cable Requirements | One available USB-C port | |
| Power | ||
| Power Source | USB-Powered | |
| Environmental | ||
| Humidity | 0~65% RH | |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to 60°C (32°F to 140°F) | |
| Storage Temperature | -20°C to 80°C (-4°F to 176°F) | |
| Physical Characteristics | ||
| Product Height | 15 mm [0.6 in] | |
| Product Length | 430 mm [16.9 in] | |
| Product Weight | 36 g [1.3 oz] | |
| Product Width | 30 mm [1.2 in] | |
| Packaging Information | ||
| Shipping (Package) Weight | 52 g [1.8 oz] | |
| What's in the Box | ||
| Included in Package | 1 - serial adapter cable | |
| 1 - quick-start guide | ||
Compatibility
Windows Server® 2008 R2, 2012 R2, 2016
Mac OS® 10.11 and 10.14
Linux 2.6.x to 4.4.x LTS Versions only
Certifications
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