The StarTech PLATE25F16 is an IDC connector solution designed for integrating internal PC components with external parallel peripherals. This slot plate provides a single DB25 parallel female port, enabling connection to devices requiring a DB25 interface. Internally, it connects via a 25-pin IDC header, commonly found on motherboards or expansion cards. This product is suitable for IT professionals and system integrators who need to add or extend parallel port functionality to a desktop PC, particularly in environments where legacy parallel devices are still in use. It addresses the challenge of connecting internal IDC headers to external DB25 peripherals, facilitating data transfer for printers, scanners, or other specialized equipment. The PLATE25F16 helps maintain compatibility with existing hardware infrastructure, extending the lifespan of essential parallel-dependent systems.
The external side of the plate features a DB25 parallel female connector.
Internally, the slot plate connects via an IDC 25-pin header.
The product includes the slot plate with one DB25 parallel female connector and one IDC 25 connector.
This slot plate is designed to provide external access to an internal 25-pin IDC header, converting it into a standard DB25 parallel port for connecting external devices.
PLATE25F16 - Startech 16 DB25 ParallelFemale to IDC 25Pin Header Slot Plate RTL