STARTECH.COM USB to Serial RS232 DB9 Adapter Cable with FTDI Chip 3 M 1P10FFCUSB-SERIAL DSP0000040078

Features of the 3-metre FTDI USB to Serial Adapter Cable
The 3-metre FTDI USB to serial RS232 adapter is the ideal solution for connecting legacy serial devices to modern computers via a USB-A port. Designed for professional, industrial and technical environments, it makes it easy and reliable to add a DB9 RS232 port, while maintaining a stable connection and compatibility with a wide range of operating systems. Thanks to its FTDI chipset and reinforced construction, it delivers safe, durable performance even in demanding conditions.
Reliable RS232 connection via USB-A
This adapter lets you add a DB9 RS232 serial port to laptops and desktop computers using an available USB-A port. Its FTDI FT232R chipset ensures stable communication and excellent compatibility with industrial applications, diagnostic equipment, machinery and serial peripherals.

USB-A to conversion RS232 DB9
High-performance FTDI FT232R chipset
Maximum transfer speed of up to 921.6 Kbps

Interchangeable DB9 nuts and screws
The adapter features pre-installed DB9 screws for direct connection to serial devices, and includes interchangeable nuts to expand compatibility with different peripherals and serial cables. This versatility makes installation easier in professional and technical environments.

Pre-installed DB9 screws
DB9 nuts included
Compatible with serial devices and peripherals

Activity LED indicators
The integrated LED indicators let you monitor the connection status and data transmission activity in real time. The USB LED shows when the adapter has been correctly detected by the system, while the TX/RX LEDs indicate data transmission and reception.

USB recognition LED
TX/RX activity indicators
Visual monitoring of the serial connection

Broad compatibility and COM port retention
Compatible with Windows, macOS, ChromeOS and Linux, this adapter allows automatic driver installation on the main modern operating systems. In addition, the COM port retention function automatically reassigns the same COM port after the cable is disconnected and reconnected or the system is restarted.

Compatible with Windows 7+, macOS 10.15+, ChromeOS and Linux
Automatic driver installation
Automatic COM port retention function

Robust design and advanced protection
Made with a one-piece moulded TPE housing, this adapter offers excellent durability for intensive use. It also features Level 4 ESD protection and copper shielding to minimise electromagnetic interference and ensure stable communication.

Level 4 ESD protection: 15 kV air / 8 kV contact
Copper shielding against EMI/RFI interference
Gold-plated connectors

Advanced technical specifications
The 3-metre cable provides greater installation flexibility and supports different serial communication configurations to suit professional and industrial applications.

Cable length: 3 meters
FIFO: 128 Byte RX and 256 Byte TX
Odd, even, mark, space and no parity
Supports 7 or 8 data bits
1 or 2 stop bits
Operating temperature: -40°C to 80°C
Volume (m ³): 0.0004