Overview
The Vgate vLinker FS USB is a dedicated OBD2 diagnostic adapter built for drivers, mechanics, and DIY enthusiasts who demand rock-solid performance from their scan tools. Based on the trusted ELM327 protocol, it connects your laptop to any vehicle that uses a standard OBD2 port, giving you full access to engine data, fault codes, and live sensor readings.
What sets the vLinker FS USB apart is its optimization for FORScan. Whether you are running extended diagnostic sessions, reading complete DTCs, or performing ECU programming and flashing, this adapter is engineered to stay stable with no lag and no crashes. It also works with AlfaOBD, VCTool, and other ELM327-based applications, making it a versatile addition to any diagnostic toolkit.
Key Features
- Brand : Vgate
- Model : vLinker FS USB - Windows
- Type : OBD2 USB Adapter
- Protocol : ELM327 compatible
- Data Transfer : Up to 3 Mbps with full 4095-byte packets
- Voltage Support : 12V and 24V vehicles
- ECU Programming : Up to ~18V output on select older US-market vehicles
- Dimensions : 4.33 in L x 1.77 in W x 0.79 in H
- Weight : 2.89 ounces
Highlights
- ✓ Optimized for FORScan with reliable, crash-free performance during long diagnostic and ECU programming sessions
- ✓ Intelligent CAN bus access automatically detects and connects to HS-CAN and MS-CAN for seamless multi-module diagnostics
- ✓ High-speed data transfer up to 3 Mbps enables complete DTC retrieval and large data transfers without truncation
- ✓ Broad multi-vehicle compatibility covering 12V and 24V gasoline, diesel, and select CAN flow-controlled electric vehicles
- ✓ Works with AlfaOBD, VCTool, and other popular ELM327-based diagnostic applications
Usage
Connect the adapter to your vehicle's standard OBD2 port and plug the USB end into your Windows laptop. Launch your preferred diagnostic software, such as FORScan, AlfaOBD, or VCTool, and you are ready to read fault codes, stream live data, and access multiple control modules. It is ideal for professional technicians, independent garages, and car enthusiasts who want dependable diagnostic capability at home.
The vLinker FS USB supports 12V and 24V systems, making it suitable for a wide range of gasoline models from 1996 onward and diesel models from 2004 onward, as well as select CAN flow-controlled electric vehicles.
In the Box
- Vgate vLinker FS USB OBD2 Adapter
- User Manual
