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Description

StarTech SCNM9FF1MBK DB9 Null Modem Cable

Overview

The StarTech SCNM9FF1MBK is a 1-meter (3.3 ft) DB9 null modem cable designed for direct serial device-to-device communication. This cable facilitates file transfers and device configuration between two DTE (Data Terminal Equipment) devices, such as connecting a computer to a legacy industrial controller or a network switch console port. Its construction ensures reliable data transmission for critical serial communication tasks.

Compatibility

This null modem cable is compatible with any serial device utilizing a standard 9-pin D-sub connector that requires a null modem configuration for direct communication. It is suitable for connecting devices such as: industrial automation equipment, network switches, routers, older printers, and diagnostic tools that rely on RS-232 serial ports for configuration or data exchange.

Installation Notes

The cable features a PVC jacket for flexibility and durability, with an aluminum-mylar foil shield and 28 AWG conductors to minimize EMI/RFI interference. The connectors are nickel-plated for corrosion resistance. The cable is wired with 9 conductors, providing full modem control signals for robust serial communication. Its compact 1-meter length is ideal for close-proximity device connections, preventing excessive cable clutter.

What's in the Box

  • 1 - 1m DB9 Null Modem Cable (M/F)
Specifications
Cable Length: 3.3 ft [1 m]
Product Length: 39.4 in [100.0 cm]
Product Width: 1.3 in [3.3 cm]
Product Height: 0.6 in [1.5 cm]
Weight: 2.9 oz [82.0 g]
Connector A: 1 - DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub)
Connector B: 1 - DB-9 (9 pin, D-Sub)
Wire Gauge: 28 AWG
Number of Conductors: 9
Connector Plating: Nickel
Cable Jacket Material: PVC - Polyvinyl Chloride
Cable Shield Material: Aluminum-Mylar Foil with Drain
Color: Black
Connector Style: Null-Modem
Warranty: Lifetime
Brand: StarTech
MPN: SCNM9FF1MBK
Type: Network Switch
Connectivity: RS-232
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