Adapters & Splitters
- Multiport adapter provides extra connectivity from your computer
- Input connector: USB Type-C 3.1 Gen 1 (male)
- Audio/video adapter allows you to quickly and easily connect your Mac/PC to an external monitor, HDTV, projector device using a VGA/DVI/HDMI input
- Dimensions: 45"H x 45"W x 15"D, cable length: 3.54"
- USB Type-C to HDMI adapter acts as an external graphics card for your PC
- USB Type-C male input
- Network cable allows two 10/100 ethernet signals through a single cat 5/5e wire
- Easy-to-install 13" long cord
- High-Speed Data Transfer: Supports USB™ 3.1 with speeds up to 5 Gbps for quick file transfers.
- Universal Compatibility: Works seamlessly with macOS®, Windows®, Chrome OS™, Android™, iOS®, and Thunderbolt™ 3.
- Video adapter allows you to quickly and easily connect your Mac/PC to an external monitor, HDTV, projector device using a VGA/DVI/HDMI input
- Dimensions: 45"H x 45"W x 15"D, cable length: 3.54"
- USB to RJ-45 adapter transfers your files almost instantly over a true Gigabit network
- USB 3.0 Type-A male input
- Multiport adapter provides extra connectivity from your computer
- Input connector: USB Type-C (male)
- USB/serial cable is well suited for connecting bar code scanners, receipt printers, program LED & digital signage boards with serial for data transfer
- A convenient length of 3.3' for ease of installation
- HDMI to DVI adapter cable that efficiently transfers signals
- Male HDMI and male DVI-D single-link connectors for a reliable connection between your video devices
- The Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) to Thunderbolt 2 adapter lets you connect Thunderbolt and Thunderbolt 2 devices o any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on MacBook Pro
- Can be used to connect Thunderbolt-enabled displays to any of the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) ports on your MacBook Pro
- Multiport adapter provides extra connectivity from your computer
- Input connector: USB Type-C (male)
- The j5create USB Type-C multi-adapter provides extra connectivity from your computer
- Input connector: USB Type-C (male)
- Supports 4K Ultra HD resolution @60Hz
- Audio & video capable
- Lightning Digital AV Adapter
- For iPhones, iPads, and iPods with Lightning connector
- USB Type-C to Ethernet plus charge adapter provides convenient access to a fast and reliable Internet connection through the gigabit Ethernet port and allows for USB Power Delivery at the same time
- Input: USB Type-C
- This audio adapter allows you to connect your USB Type-C devices to other devices with a 3.5mm AUX connector, such as headphones or a portable speaker, while charging your phone
- Direct USB Type-C connection to separate USB Type-C and 3.5mm ports delivers outstanding audio quality without any manipulation of the signal
- Listen to music and take calls while getting up to 60W of pass-through power with this adapter
- Contains one USB Type-C male port and two USB Type-C female ports for simultaneous audio and charging
- HDMI video splitter shares 2 HDMI displays or projectors with an HDMI-enabled audio/video source device
- Offers 1 x HDMI female connector on first end and 4 x HDMI female connector on second end for better connection
- Mini adapter supports full 1080p+ resolutions at up to 120hz refresh rate
- Easy-to-install 1.4" long cord
- USB to HDMI/DVI display adapter acts as an external graphics card for your PC
- USB 3.0 Type-A male input
- RS232 serial adapter cable for speedy communication and data transfer
- 9-pin DB-9 male RS-232 serial on one end and 4-pin Type A male USB 2.0 USB on second end enables easy connectivity
- Connects smartphone, tablet or other Bluetooth enabled device with devices that can play audio from USB
- Supports high-fidelity audio & A2DP for stereo music streaming
In our increasingly digital world, the potential to experience incompatibility among your growing ecosystem of electronic devices is more and more common. Cable adapters can be an ideal solution to use the devices you want without compromising on compatibility.
How Does An Adapter Cable Work?
Adapter cables make devices or interfaces compatible without impeding their original functionality. They ensure that devices with different ports can be connected and the digital signal can travel without distortion. An adapter cable can also be used with a cable coupler, which increases the cable’s reach by connecting two cables together. These are typically used with computer adapters.
What Is the Difference Between Cable Adapters and Cable Converters?
Though often referred to interchangeably, cable adapters and converters have several differences. Adapters are used to allow the transmission of data from one device to another without changing the form of the media passing through. Cable converters, on the other hand, transmit data and also change the host device signal type to the target device signal type, making the devices interoperable.
How Do You Connect Cable Adapters To Your Devices?
Cable adapters are surprisingly simple to use. After confirming your cable adapter is compatible with your desired electronic devices, all you need to do is connect your devices together using the proper cables. Depending on which specific adapter cable you are using, there may be supplemental steps involved to confirm your device is working properly. If you’re having trouble connecting your devices with your cable adapter, be sure to read the manual or seek out a troubleshooting guide.
What Are Cable Adapters Used For?
Most cable and computer adapters will be used for connecting audio, video, power, data or printing devices. They can salvage lost productivity when installing new devices or using competing brands and models that aren’t completely compatible with each other.
As technology advances, electronic adapter cables can help transition from old to new. For example, the Apple iPhone removed audio headphone jacks on newer models. This meant iPhone users must now use wireless headphones or use a headphone jack adapter to continue using headphones with their modern smartphones.
Commonly used cable adapters include USB to HDMI, USB-C to USB-A and HDMI to VGA. However, cable adapters are not one size fits all, so it is important to do your research to determine what kind of cable will be compatible with your device.