---
product_id: 344240386
title: "prologix Sewell USB to Gpib Controller"
brand: "prologix"
price: "$970"
currency: NZD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Prologix"
url: https://www.desertcart.nz/products/344240386-prologix-sewell-usb-to-gpib-controller
store_origin: NZ
region: New Zealand
---

# USB-powered, no external power needed No GPIB cable needed, direct instrument plug-in Cross-platform drivers for Windows, Mac, Linux prologix Sewell USB to Gpib Controller

**Brand:** prologix
**Price:** $970
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Effortless GPIB control, powered by USB—future-proof your lab setup!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** prologix Sewell USB to Gpib Controller by prologix
- **How much does it cost?** $970 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nz](https://www.desertcart.nz/products/344240386-prologix-sewell-usb-to-gpib-controller)

## Best For

- prologix enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted prologix brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play USB Power:** Eliminate bulky power supplies with seamless USB-powered operation.
- • **Rugged Metal Enclosure:** Durable, EMI-resistant design built to withstand demanding lab and field conditions.
- • **Cable-Free GPIB Control:** Streamline your setup—no GPIB cable required, just plug directly into your instrument.
- • **Universal OS Compatibility:** Effortlessly connect across Windows, Mac, and Linux environments.
- • **Virtual Serial Port Integration:** Send and receive data via a virtual serial port for smooth legacy system support.

## Overview

The Prologix Sewell USB to GPIB Controller is a compact, USB-powered adapter that enables seamless communication between PCs and GPIB instruments without the need for external power or GPIB cables. Compatible with Windows, Mac, and Linux, it features a virtual serial port driver and a durable metal enclosure for reliable, EMI-resistant performance.

## Description

Drivers for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP/Vista, Windows 7, Mac OS-8/9/X, Linux. Support for multiple devices. Driver provides virtual serial port to send and receive data. Powered by USB; no power supply needed. No GPIB cable needed; controller plugs on to instrument. All software configuration. No DIP switches. Metal enclosure for durability and reduced EMI. USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 compatible. Standard USB (B) and IEEE 488 (Male) connectors.

Review: Works great with my old temperature controller and LabView
Review: Overpriced, but works okay

## Features

- Drivers for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP, Mac OS-8/9/X, Linux
- Support for multiple devices
- Driver provides virtual serial port to send and receive data
- Powered by USB; no power supply needed
- No GPIB cable needed; controller plugs on to instrument

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B001UAUYPA |
| Brand | prologix |
| Color | jaune |
| Colour | jaune |
| Compatible Devices | PC |
| Compatible devices | PC |
| Connector Type | Usb 2.0 |
| Connector type | Usb 2.0 |
| Customer Reviews | 3.5 out of 5 stars 24 Reviews |
| Finish | Matte |
| Item Dimensions | 7.6 x 2.3 x 7.1 centimeters |
| Item Weight | 23 g |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 7.6 x 2.3 x 7.1 centimeters |
| Manufacturer | Prologix |
| Model Number | FBA_GPIB-USB |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Ports | 1 |
| Package Quantity | 1 |
| Power Plug Type | No Plug |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal |
| Specific uses for product | personal |
| UPC | 685289089375 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |

## Product Details

- **Compatible devices:** Personal Computer
- **Specific uses for product:** personal
- **Connector type:** Usb 2.0
- **Colour:** yellow
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 7.6 x 2.3 x 7.1 centimeters

## Images

![prologix Sewell USB to Gpib Controller - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/21WsmBXhpQL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will drivers work with Windows 10?**
A: There are drivers for windows 10. You may want to consider Agilent 82357B HIGH-Speed USB2.0/GPIB if you already have software . In other word, if your old computer controlled a GPIB instrument and now you've been forced to switch to windows 10 and the instruments software runs, but no GPIB port on the PC, the agilent 82357 will probably be easier to implement.

**Q: I'm thinking on get this converter to connect my laptop to a HP8753. I will use a software called IntuiLink developed by HP to do it. Will it work ?**
A: The GPIB controller works well with the free software utilities available online, running a HP8720 under Windows 7 in a VM (VMware Fusion). I am not familiar with the HP software - perhaps HP/Agilent can answer your question best?

**Q: I don't know much about communication but want to read output from a waters 486 detector. do i need to install drivers other than for this controller?**
A: Don't know the unit you mention, but you almost always need a driver that sets up the right GPIB commands for your specific device. The manufacturer of your unit may have them for download.  The Prologix just converts from USB to GBIP format.

**Q: Will this control multiple daisy chained devices?**
A: It depends on the control scheme of the downstream device. The adapter itself has one USB port and one GPIB port though, so in its most basic setup it will only connect to a single GPIB device.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great with my old temperature controller and LabView
*by N***B on 31 March 2011*



### ⭐⭐⭐ Overpriced, but works okay
*by K***H on 23 July 2025*



### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Limited usefulness.
*by M***A on 22 April 2010*



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*Store origin: NZ*
*Last updated: 2026-03-10*