RS-232 Cords | McMaster-Carr

	Computer Connection Type Computer Connection Type


DB9	DB15

DB25	HD15

	Length Length

	Shielding Shielding

	Shielded
	Double Shielded

	Number of Wires Number of Wires

	End Type End Type

	Plug
	Socket

	Connection Type Connection Type


Computer	USB

	Gender Gender

Male

Female

	Wire Gauge Wire Gauge

	Flexibility Flexibility

Continuous Flex

Flexible

	Shield Type Shield Type

	Foil
	Braid

	Industry Designation Industry Designation

RS-232

CMG

	Cable AWG Cable AWG

	Color Color

	Beige
	Gray
	Black

	RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances) RoHS (Restriction of Hazardous Substances)

RoHS Compliant

RoHS Compliant with
Exemptions

	REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals) REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals)

REACH Compliant

	Application Application

Data

Video

	USB Connection Type USB Connection Type

	DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement) DFARS (Defense Acquisition Regulations Supplement)

DFARS Specialty Metals
COTS-Exempt

	Outer Insulation Color Outer Insulation Color

	Gray
	Blue

	OD OD

	Use For Use For

Interference Shielding

	Cord OD Cord OD

	Outer Insulation Material Outer Insulation Material

Plastic

Rubber

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D-Sub Cords

Connect computers, monitors, printers, and other devices with DB connections.

RS-232 cords transmit data between a modem and another device, such as a computer.

Shielded cords have foil to prevent signal interference from nearby devices. Use them in settings with low to moderate signal interference, such as labs, storage facilities, and offices.

Double-shielded cords have braid and foil for better protection against signal interference than shielded cords. However, the extra shielding adds diameter and reduces flexibility. They’re used in steel mills, machine tool plants, and other heavy processing facilities.

Cords with reversible mounting hardware have removable thumb screws to enable a wider range of mounting options than other cords. Mount them to ports and adapters, as well as directly into panels.

DB9 Plug × DB9 Plug

DB9

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Foil	0.24"	Black	00000000	00000
RS-232—Double Shielded
1	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
2 1/2	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
6	Braid, Foil	0.25"	Gray	0000000	00000
10	Braid, Foil	0.25"	Gray	0000000	00000
12	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	000000

DB9 Plug × DB9 Socket

DB9

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Foil	0.24"	Black	00000000	00000
RS-232—Double Shielded
1	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
2 1/2	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
6	Braid, Foil	0.25"	Gray	0000000	00000
10	Braid, Foil	0.25"	Gray	0000000	00000
12	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Braid, Foil	0.24"	Beige	00000000	000000

DB9 Socket × DB9 Socket

Reversible Mounting Hardware

DB9

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Features	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.24"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.24"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.24"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.24"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.24"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.24"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000

DB15 Plug × DB15 Plug

DB15

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
RS-232—Double Shielded
1	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
2 1/2	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Gray	0000000	00000
15	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	000000

DB15 Plug × DB15 Socket

DB15

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Foil	0.27"	Beige	00000000	00000
RS-232—Double Shielded
1	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
2 1/2	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Gray	0000000	00000
15	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	00000
50	Braid, Foil	0.28"	Beige	00000000	000000

DB15 Socket × DB15 Socket

Reversible Mounting Hardware

DB15

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Features	Color		Each
1	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	000000
2 1/2	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
5	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
10	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
15	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000
25	Foil	0.27"	Reversible Mounting Hardware	Beige	00000000	00000

DB25 Plug × DB25 Plug

DB25

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
6	Foil	0.28"	Beige	0000000	00000
10	Foil	0.28"	Beige	0000000	00000

DB25 Plug × DB25 Socket

DB25

RS-232—Shielded
Length, ft.	Shield Type	Cord OD	Color		Each
6	Foil	0.28"	Beige	0000000	00000
10	Foil	0.28"	Beige	0000000	00000

USB Cords

Connect devices such as computers, printers, and mobile devices. The higher the USB standard, the faster cords can transmit data. These cords are backward compatible, so they work with cords and connectors that meet the same or lower USB standard.

Data cords move data between devices.

Double-shielded cords block signal interference from nearby equipment and devices.

C Plug × HD15 Plug

			USB 3.1 Gen 1
Lg., ft.	Application	Shield Type		Each
Double Shielded
3	Data/Video	Braid; Foil	00000000	000000
6	Data/Video	Braid; Foil	00000000	00000

Continuous-Flex Data Communication Cable

Use For: Automation, Continuous Motion, Data, Interference Shielding
Continuous Flex
Temperature Range:
PVC Plastic Insulation: 25° to 155° F
TPE Rubber Insulation: -30° to 210° F

Often used to send signal and data to order pickers and cranes, this cable withstands continuous motion applications without degrading data or signal transmission. In addition to a layer of braid shielding, it has twisted pairs of wires that cancel signal interference from multiple transmission lines. Suitable for clean rooms, they release minimal particles into the air. All are CE marked as compliant with European health, safety, and environmental standards.

Cable with PVC insulation is for indoor use.

Cable with TPE rubber insulation is for outdoor use and resists coolant, oil, and UV light.

										Per Ft.
Wire Ga.	No. of Wires	Cable AWG	OD	Bend Radius	Outer Insulation Color	Environmental Rating	Specifications Met	Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
Shielded Stranded Wire with PVC Plastic Insulation
300V AC
24	4	24/4	0.22"	1.8"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	00000	00000
24	6	24/6	0.28"	2.1"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	8	24/8	0.31"	2.33"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	10	24/10	0.33"	2.48"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	12	24/12	0.37"	2.63"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	16	24/16	0.45"	3.08"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	20	24/20	0.51"	3.53"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
20	4	20/4	0.33"	2.1"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
20	6	20/6	0.35"	2.63"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
20	8	20/8	0.37"	2.78"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
20	10	20/10	0.43"	3.08"	Gray	ISO Class 1	UL Recognized Component, CE Marked, C-UL Recognized Component, Flame Rated VW-1, NFPA 79	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
Shielded Stranded Wire with TPE Rubber Insulation
300V AC
24	4	24/4	0.26"	1.77"	Blue	ISO Class 1	CE Marked	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	6	24/6	0.32"	2.11"	Blue	ISO Class 1	CE Marked	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
24	8	24/8	0.35"	2.24"	Blue	ISO Class 1	CE Marked	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
22	16	22/16	0.49"	3.47"	Blue	ISO Class 1	CE Marked	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	0000	0000
20	8	20/8	0.39"	2.52"	Blue	ISO Class 1	CE Marked	10, 25, 50, 100	0000000	00000	0000

Communication and Security System Cable

Often used for intercoms, speakers, and security systems, this cable is designated as CM and CL2 or CMG, so the insulation is flame resistant and approved for in-wall installation in single-level facilities.

Shielded cable has a layer of foil that blocks signal interference from nearby equipment and devices. It has an uninsulated ground wire is not counted in the number of wires.

Shielded Stranded Wire

Shielded

Use For: Buildings, Interference Shielding
Flexible
Temperature Range: 0° to 175° F
Insulation: PVC Plastic

										Per Ft.
Wire Ga.	No. of Wires	Cable AWG	OD	Outer Insulation Color	Inner Insulation Color	Features	Industry Designation	Length, ft.		1-99	100-Up
300V AC
24	6	24/6	0.21"	Gray	Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Red, White	Uninsulated Ground Wire	CM, CMG	10, 25, 50, 100, 200, 500	00000000	00000	00000
24	8	24/8	0.22"	Gray	Black, Blue, Brown, Green, Orange, Red, White, Yellow	Uninsulated Ground Wire	CM, CMG	10, 25, 50, 100, 500, 1,000	00000000	000	000
24	10	24/10	0.25"	Gray	Black, Blue, Brown, Gray, Green, Orange, Purple, Red, White, Yellow	Uninsulated Ground Wire	CM, CMG	10, 20, 25, 50, 100, 500	00000000	000	000
24	25	24/25	0.37"	Gray	Black, Black/Red, Black/White, Black/White/Red, Blue, Blue/Black, Blue/Red, Blue/White, Green, Green/Black, Green/Black/White, Green/White, Orange, Orange/Black, Orange/Green, Orange/Red, Red, Red/Black, Red/Black/White, Red/Green, Red/White, White, White/Black, White/Black/Red, White/Red	Uninsulated Ground Wire	CM, CMG	10, 20, 25, 50, 100, 500	00000000	0000	0000

USB Adapters

DB9 Male × USB A Male

USB Standard	Housing Material	Color	Cord Lg., ft.		Each
2.0	Plastic	Black	2 1/2	0000000	000000