Black Box
Black Box Serial Extension Cable
Best reliable extension for legacy serial mice and monitor connections.
Easily extend your existing serial connections with this reliable 6ft Black Box Serial Extension Cable. Designed for AT-style mice or EGA/CGA monitors, it ensures a secure link with molded hoods and thumbscrews for a snug fit. All nine pins are wired straight through for consistent signal transfer. Constructed with a durable copper conductor and a PVC jacket, this essential data transfer cable is backed by a lifetime warranty from Black Box Corporation, offering peace of mind for your connectivity needs.
$20.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
26
/ 2608
#26 in Storage & Data Transfer Cables
Price vs Category Average
-62%
Below average
Cable Length
6
/ ft
Who it's for
- Facility managers operating in demanding industrial environments
- Engineers requiring stable data transmission over long distances
- IT professionals connecting specialized legacy networking hardware
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious buyers seeking basic consumer-grade connectivity
- Users looking for versatile cables for modern consumer electronics
- Technicians routing cables through tight or cramped spaces
Performance breakdown
Connection Security
Molded hoods and integrated thumbscrews ensure a rock-solid, vibration-resistant physical link.
Signal Integrity
Straight-through wiring provides reliable, consistent data transfer for legacy serial hardware.
Build Durability
Copper conductors and a rugged PVC jacket withstand years of standard office use.
Legacy Compatibility
Perfectly tailored for AT-style mice and classic monitor interface requirements.
Installation Ease
Standard DB-9 connectors make extending your existing serial setup a simple task.
Long-term Reliability
The lifetime warranty offers complete peace of mind for mission-critical connectivity.
Key Specs
Cable Length
6 ft
Connector on First End
1 x 9-pin DB-9 Male Serial
Connector on Second End
1 x 9-pin DB-9 Female Serial
Conductor Material
Copper
Jacket Material
Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)
Cable Type
Serial Extension Cable
American Wire Gauge
24 AWG
Color
Beige
Features
- Extends AT-style mouse or monitor cables.
- Molded hoods ensure a snug connection.
- Thumbscrews provide secure attachment.
- All nine pins wired straight through.
- Durable PVC jacket construction.
- Backed by a lifetime warranty.
What customers say
Customers highly value this serial extension cable for its exceptional reliability and robust build quality. Users consistently report flawless, plug and play functionality, making it ideal for critical applications like industrial control and data logging. Unlike cheaper alternatives, this cable offers superior shielding and correct wiring, ensuring operational stability. Reviewers appreciate the heavy-duty jacket and secure connectors, confirming excellent durability in demanding settings. While the initial cost is higher, the consensus is that the guaranteed performance and peace of mind fully justify the investment. This product is positioned as the dependable, professional standard for mission-critical serial connectivity.
Know before you buy
This cable is designed for legacy hardware, specifically AT-style mice and EGA/CGA monitors that utilize a 9-pin serial connection.
Yes, all nine pins are wired straight through, ensuring consistent signal transfer for your connected devices.
The cable features integrated thumbscrews on the connectors, which allow you to lock the cable firmly into your device's port to prevent accidental disconnection.
No, this specific model is unshielded. It is best suited for standard serial data environments where high-level electromagnetic interference is not a primary concern.
It is constructed with a durable copper conductor and a robust PVC jacket, designed to withstand standard office or home use. Black Box also includes a lifetime warranty to cover long-term reliability.
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