StarTech. com GC15HSF Slimline VGA Gender Changer - HD-15 Female to HD-15 Female - Nickel Plated Black
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Product Features
Technical Overview
This VGA gender changer supports standard VGA analog video signals up to the resolution limits of the connected devices, typically used for legacy displays or specific industrial applications. The HD-15 female connectors are industry-standard, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of VGA cables and ports.
The adapter's construction focuses on durability and signal clarity. Nickel plating on the connectors reduces oxidation and maintains electrical conductivity over repeated use. The compact dimensions of 1.20 inches in length, 0.40 inches in width, and 0.70 inches in height make it easy to integrate into existing cable management systems without adding significant strain or clutter.
This section brings together practical product details such as Adapter Type, Connector Type on First End, Connector on First End Details, Color Family, so buyers can judge configuration, deployment fit, and day-to-day suitability with less guesswork.
Key Product Advantages
The GC15HSF offers a straightforward solution for VGA connectivity challenges, particularly in setups where female-to-female connections are needed. Its design prioritizes reliability and ease of use in various technical environments.
These strengths make the product easier to deploy and manage in real environments, especially where reliability, usability, and day-to-day operational continuity matter. Notable benefits include Durable Construction, Space-Efficient Design.
Durable Construction
Nickel-plated connectors resist wear and corrosion, ensuring long-term performance even with frequent plugging and unplugging.
- Enhanced conductivity
- Reduced oxidation risk
Space-Efficient Design
The slimline profile minimizes footprint, making it suitable for crowded server racks, behind monitors, or in portable kits without adding bulk.
- Compact dimensions
- Low-profile integration
Deployment / Use Cases
This gender changer is versatile for both professional and personal use, addressing common VGA connectivity needs in legacy and specialized systems.
In office settings, it can connect older monitors to computers or extend VGA cables in conference rooms. For IT professionals, it serves as a handy tool in repair kits for testing or adapting VGA ports on equipment. Home users might employ it to link vintage gaming consoles or projectors to modern displays via VGA adapters.
Legacy Display Support
Enables connectivity for older monitors, projectors, or industrial equipment that rely on VGA interfaces, extending the lifespan of existing hardware.
Cable Extension and Adaptation
Useful for extending VGA cable runs or adapting between different VGA cable types, simplifying setup in multi-display environments or temporary installations.
Physical Profile
The gender changer features a solid black housing that matches most VGA cables and devices. Its small size—1.20 inches long, 0.40 inches wide, and 0.70 inches high—allows it to fit seamlessly into cable bundles or tight spaces behind equipment. The design includes no external mounting options, as it is intended for inline use between connectors.
The physical profile is practical for deployment planning because the dimensions and weight are clearly defined: 0.70" (17.78 mm), 0.40" (10.16 mm). This helps confirm rack, shelf, desk, or cabinet fit before installation.
- Width
- 0.40" (10.16 mm)
- Height
- 0.70" (17.78 mm)
- Length
- 1.20" (30.48 mm)
Highlights
- VGA gender changer with two HD-15 female connectors
- Nickel-plated connectors for durability and corrosion resistance
- Slimline design with compact dimensions for space-saving installation
- Black color for discreet blending in professional environments
- Supports standard VGA analog video signals
- Compatible with a wide range of VGA cables and devices
- Lifetime warranty for long-term reliability assurance
- EU RoHS certified for environmental compliance
Specifications
| Specifications | |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | StarTech.com |
| Manufacturer Part Number | GC15HSF |
| Brand Name | StarTech.com |
| Product Line | Slimline |
| Product Name | Slimline - Display Gender Changer - VGA - HD-15 (F) - HD-15 (F) |
| Packaged Quantity | 1 Each |
| Product Type | Video Adapter |
| Technical Information | |
| Adapter Type | VGA |
| Connector Type on First End | HD-15 - Female |
| Connector on First End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA Female |
| Connector Type on Second End | HD-15 - Female |
| Connector on Second End Details | 1 x 15-pin HD-15 VGA Female |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Physical Characteristics | |
| Color Family | Black |
| Product Color | Black |
| Height | 0.70" (17.78 mm) |
| Width | 0.40" (10.16 mm) |
| Length | 1.20" (30.48 mm) |
| Miscellaneous | |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Environmentally Friendly | Yes |
| Environmental Certification | EU RoHS |
| Environmental Compliance | Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) 2,Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH),Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) |
| Warranty | |
| Limited Warranty | Lifetime |
User Manual
FAQ
What is the purpose of this VGA gender changer?
The StarTech.com GC15HSF Slimline VGA Gender Changer allows you to connect two VGA cables with female connectors or extend a VGA connection by providing a female-to-female interface. It is useful for adapting legacy VGA devices, extending cable runs, or solving connectivity issues in setups where both ends require female ports.
What type of connectors does this gender changer have?
This gender changer features two HD-15 female connectors, each with 15 pins, standard for VGA connections. Both ends are identical, making it a symmetric adapter for straightforward use in various VGA configurations.
Is this gender changer compatible with all VGA devices?
Yes, it is compatible with any device that uses a standard HD-15 VGA female port, including monitors, projectors, computers, and some industrial equipment. It supports analog VGA signals up to the resolution limits of the connected devices, typically used for legacy displays.
What are the dimensions of this gender changer?
The gender changer measures 1.20 inches in length, 0.40 inches in width, and 0.70 inches in height (30.48 x 10.16 x 17.78 mm). Its compact slimline design minimizes bulk, making it easy to integrate into tight spaces behind equipment or in cable management systems.
Does this product come with a warranty?
Yes, the StarTech.com GC15HSF includes a lifetime limited warranty, providing long-term assurance against defects in materials and workmanship. This reflects the product's durable construction and reliability for continuous use in professional and personal environments.
What environmental certifications does this gender changer have?
This gender changer is EU RoHS certified, meaning it complies with the Restriction of Hazardous Substances directive. It also adheres to REACH and WEEE regulations, ensuring it meets environmental standards for reduced hazardous materials and proper disposal considerations.
What refresh rate or brightness details are available?
Display-oriented products are best judged through screen, connectivity, and installation specifications. Those facts help buyers confirm visual fit, mounting flexibility, and deployment suitability more clearly than generic summary text.
What input or connectivity options are listed?
Connectivity options include HD-15 - Female, helping the product integrate into common office or home setups.
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