USB to Serial Converter with Seamless RS232 Serial Connectivity for USB-C Laptops and Devices
The Manhattan USB-C to Serial DB9 / RS232 Adapter Cable offers a reliable and straightforward way to connect modern laptops and USB-C-equipped devices to legacy serial equipment. Whether you're interfacing with CNC machines, barcode scanners, modems, scanners, medical scales, label printers, sensors, cameras, oscilloscopes or programmable logic controllers, this adapter bridges the gap between old and new technology without the need for additional drivers or external power supplies.
Powered by the Prolific PL2303 Chipset
At the heart of the adapter is the Prolific PL2303 chipset, a robust and widely supported solution for RS-232 communication. It ensures smooth data transfer and broad compatibility across major operating systems, including Windows®, macOS®, and Linux®. Installation is truly plug-and-play, letting you get to work in seconds - no configuration required.
Reliable, High-Speed Performance
Designed for demanding environments, the adapter supports baud rates up to 3 Mbps, enabling fast and reliable communication with serial devices. Integrated LED indicators for Power, TX (Transmit), and RX (Receive) provide real-time visual feedback, making it easy to monitor connection status and troubleshoot data flow issues on the spot.
Durable, Shielded, and Built to Perform
This adapter features foil and braid double shielding to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI), helping ensure stable performance in industrial or noisy electronic environments. Its wide operating temperature range of 0 to 85°C (32 to 185°F) makes it suitable for use in a variety of field or lab conditions.
Versatile for a Range of Applications
Whether you're in industrial automation, retail and POS, medical diagnostics, laboratory research, or digital signage, this USB-C to RS232 adapter delivers the compatibility and reliability you need. Bus-powered and compact, it’s the perfect tool for technicians, engineers, and IT professionals working across multiple platforms.
- Connects a laptop or other USB-C device to a serial device like CNC machine, label/receipt printer, barcode scanner, or programmable logic controller
- Plug-and-play installation; compatible with Windows®, macOS®, and Linux®
- Built with the Prolific PL2303 chipset for dependable serial communication and wide compatibility
- LED indicators for Power, TX (Transmit), and RX (Receive) enable real-time status monitoring and data flow troubleshooting
- Supports baud rates up to 3 Mbps for fast and reliable RS-232 data transfer
- Foil and braid double shielding to reduce EMI and other interference sources
- Suitable for wide operating temperatures of 0 to 85°C (32 to 185°F)
- Bus powered: no external power supply needed
- Ideal for use in industrial, retail/Point of Sale, medical, laboratory, and digital signage applications
- Three-year warranty
- Standards and Certifications
- USB 2.0
- CE
- RoHS
- REACH
- UKCA
- UL 2725
Connections
- One USB-C 24-pin, male
- One DB-9 9-pin (D-Sub), male
- Nickel-plated contacts
General
- Wire: 100% pure bare copper (Cu)
- Jacket: PVC
- 24/28 AWG
- Double shielding: 1 x braid, 1 x aluminum foil
- Length: 1 m (3 ft.)
- Outer diameter (OD): 4.5 mm (0.18 in.)
- Chipset: Prolific PL2303
- Net weight: 59 g (0.13 lbs.)
- Gross weight: 67 g (0.15 lbs.)
Operating Environment
- Operation temperature: 0 - 85°C (32 - 185°F)
- Storage temperature: -10 - 85°C (14 - 185°F)
- Humidity (non-condensing): 10 - 90% RH
System Requirements
- Windows 7/8.1/10/11, Linux, or macOS
Package Contents
- USB-C to Serial Converter / Active Adapter
- Instructions
Additional SKUs
- Amazon ASIN: B0GF3Y9S46
- EAN: 0766623154499
- UPC: 766623154499
Physical Specifications
- Product net weight: 0.06 kg
- Product gross weight: 0.07 kg
- Dimensions: 1 (L) x 0.034 (W) x 0.015 (H) [m]
- Packaging type: Bag
- Packaging dimensions: 240 x 135 x 10 [mm]
- Master Carton Quantity: 200
- Master Carton Weight: 14.20 kg
- Master Carton Dimensions: 450 x 340 x 280 [mm]