StarTech.com USB-C to Serial Adapter Cable with COM Port Retention (Part ICUSB232PROC) — 16-inch USB Type-C to RS-232 DB9 Converter for Windows, Mac, Linux

StarTech.com USB C to Serial Adapter Cable with COM Port Retention, 16" (40cm) USB Type-C to RS232 DB9 Converter Cable, Windows/Mac/Linux

The StarTech.com ICUSB232PROC is a versatile USB-C to serial adapter designed for seamless connectivity between modern laptops and legacy serial equipment. This 16-inch (40cm) converter cable transforms your USB Type-C port into an RS-232 DB9 serial port with reliable COM port retention, making it suitable for a wide range of industrial, scientific, and automation applications. Whether you're controlling PLCs, receipt printers, sensors, or medical devices, this adapter provides a cost-effective and straightforward solution. The driverless setup ensures quick installation on major operating systems including Windows 7 and later, macOS 10.11 and up, and Linux 2.6 and above. Its USB bus-powered design eliminates the need for external power sources, simplifying deployment in various environments. The adapter features a screw lock connector for a secure connection and retains assigned serial COM port values in non-volatile memory, enabling automatic re-connection even after disconnection or port switching. Advanced features such as remote wake-up and power management support enhance its functionality for demanding industrial and scientific use. Backed by a two-year warranty and lifetime technical support, the StarTech.com ICUSB232PROC ensures reliable performance and ease of integration. This adapter is an ideal choice for professionals needing dependable serial communication from modern USB-C laptops, supporting data transfer speeds up to 921.6 Kbps with a 512-byte FIFO buffer, configurable data and stop bits, and multiple parity and flow control options. Its compact black design and screw lock connector offer durability and secure connections in demanding environments, making it a valuable tool for manufacturing, laboratory, and automation settings.

Features:

• HOST COMPATIBILITY: Driverless setup for easy installation; compatible with Windows 7 and later, macOS 10.11 and up, Linux 2.6 and above; USB bus-powered; backed by a 2-year warranty

• APPLICATIONS: Ideal for controlling serial RS-232 equipment such as PLCs, scanners, sensors, oscilloscopes, medical devices, scales, and receipt printers in scientific, laboratory, and manufacturing environments

• COM PORT CONFIGURATION RETENTION: Uses built-in non-volatile memory to save and automatically re-assign serial COM port settings after reconnecting or port changes

• TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS: Supports data transfer speeds up to 921.6 Kbps and features a 512-byte FIFO buffer

• CONFIGURABLE SERIAL SETTINGS: Supports data bits from 5 to 8, stop bits of 1, 1.5, or 2, with multiple parity and flow control options including None, Xon/Xoff, RTS/CTS, DTR/DSR

• SECURE CONNECTION: Features screw lock connectors to ensure a stable and secure connection

• COMPACT AND DURABLE: Black design with a 16-inch (40cm) USB-C to RS-232 DB9 cable, suitable for demanding industrial and laboratory environments