- Description
- Specifications
10-Foot USB to RS232 Straight-Through Serial Adapter Cable with FTDI Chipset, COM Port Retention, and Level-4 ESD Protection for DTE Device Connections
The StarTech 1P10FFC-USB-SERIAL is a 10-foot USB to RS232 serial adapter cable that adds a DB9 male serial port to any computer through USB-A for direct straight-through connections to DTE serial devices. The FTDI FT232R chipset delivers reliable communication at baud rates up to 921.6Kbps with COM port retention that automatically reassigns the same port number when the adapter is reconnected or the system reboots, maintaining consistent device addressing for scripted operations.
Interchangeable DB9 screws and nuts accommodate both screw-mount and nut-mount serial peripherals without additional hardware. Level-4 ESD protection (15kV air/8kV contact), copper shielding for EMI/RFI resistance, and gold-plated connectors deliver the signal integrity and durability required for daily use with barcode scanners, receipt printers, POS terminals, sensors, and industrial control equipment across Windows, macOS, ChromeOS, and Linux environments.
Where the StarTech USB to RS232 Cable Fits
- Retail and warehouse environments connecting USB computers to RS232 peripherals where the 10-foot straight-through cable reaches between POS stations and receipt printers, barcode scanners, or cash drawers, and COM retention ensures the device always appears on the same port for POS software configuration
- Industrial automation and monitoring systems with legacy serial sensors where the FTDI chipset provides broad driver compatibility across Windows, macOS, and Linux, ESD protection guards against static in factory environments, and the rugged TPE housing withstands daily handling on production floors
- IT professionals managing serial-console equipment across multiple workstations where interchangeable DB9 screws and nuts accommodate different device connector styles, LED indicators confirm active data transmission without opening terminal software, and auto-installing drivers eliminate manual configuration on new machines
What the StarTech USB to RS232 Cable Delivers
- FTDI FT232R with COM Retention: Industry-standard FTDI chipset provides reliable RS232 serial communication up to 921.6Kbps with 128-byte RX and 256-byte TX FIFO buffers. COM port retention automatically reassigns the same port number after disconnection or system reboot.
- Interchangeable DB9 Hardware: Pre-installed slotted D-Sub thumbscrews secure connections to screw-mount devices. Included DB9 nuts swap in for compatibility with nut-mount serial peripherals and cables, covering both connector styles without additional adapters.
- Level-4 ESD Protection: 15kV air and 8kV contact discharge protection exceeds standard requirements for static-prone environments. Copper shielding minimizes EMI/RFI interference, and gold-plated connectors ensure reliable signal conductivity over the full 10-foot cable length.
- Universal Driver Support: Drivers auto-install on Windows 7+, macOS 10.15+, ChromeOS, and Linux without manual configuration. Supports 7/8 data bits, 1/2 stop bits, and all standard parity modes for compatibility with any RS232 device.
- Real-Time LED Diagnostics: Dedicated Transmit, Receive, and USB enumeration LEDs provide instant visual confirmation of port activity and connection status. Molded one-piece TPE housing delivers long-term durability backed by a 2-year warranty.
