RS PRO range of D sub adapters created to use with D sub connectors. D-sub connector accessories like these gender changer adapters add or change the functionality of the D-sub connector to improve its durability. These electrical adapters allows two male or two female connectors to be connected to each other.

A gender changer is a type of cable adapter that convers a male connector into a female connector of the same type or a female connector to a male connector of the same type. By using this cable adapter you can easily and quickly change the gender, or join two cables together. By changing the gender of your port and using the cable you already have means that you don't have to buy a new cable which will ultimately save you money.

Gender changer adapter options include:
218-239 - 9 way Male to Male sub-min D gender changer
218-245 - 9 way Female to Female sub-min D gender changer
218-217 - 15 way Male to Male sub-min D gender changer
218-223 - 15 way Female to Female sub-min D gender changer
235-5699 - 15 pin VGA port Male to Male gender changer
233-8931 - 15 pin VGA port Female to Female gender changer
218-194 - 25 way Male to Male sub-min D gender changer
218-201 - 25 way Female to Female sub-min D gender changer

Ideal where space is limited and provide shielding against RFI/EMI interference
All lines are wired pin to pin (excepting VGA types where pins 12 and 15 are not used) and locking hardware is included
Durability of 100 mating cycles
Changes the Gender of a connector or cable assembly

A gender changer is an electrical device placed between two cable connectors of the same type and gender. If you have 2 male connections or 2 female connections gender changers are an easy way to bridge the gap without the need to buying a new cable. Gender changers are often used by engineers and technicians to test circuits and putting together specialised systems. They can be found in areas including:
Communications ports
Network ports
Computer video output
Game controller ports

Why RS PRO?
RS PRO is our own brand range and brings you a wide range of high-quality, great value products offering you more choice. Trusted by engineers all over the world, every part of every RS PRO product has been rigorously tested against demanding industry standards; they’re only given the RS PRO seal of approval if we’re confident of their exceptional quality, which means you can be confident too.

The RS PRO 218-239 gender changer is a D-Sub adapter designed to convert your female D-Sub connectors and cables into a male connection. The 218-239 is a 9-pin male-to-male converter.
USA Patent: 5199906