Waveshare USB to RS232/485 Serial Converter, FT232RNL
Description Waveshare USB to RS232/485 Serial Converter, FT232RNL Versatile multi-OS support Onboard surge protection Easy RS232/485 switching Long-distance transmission Compact with LED indicators The Waveshare USB to RS232/485 Serial Converter, FT232RNL is a versatile communication tool that facilitates the connection between USB and RS232 or RS485 interfaces. It is equipped with the original FT232RNL chip, ensuring fast, stable, and reliable communication with enhanced compatibility. The device features an onboard TVS to effectively suppress surge and transient spike voltages, providing lightning and electrostatic protection. Additionally, it includes self-recovery fuse and protection diodes for stable current and voltage outputs, as well as over-current and over-voltage protection to improve shock resistance. This serial converter is designed with an onboard RS232/485 communication switching circuit, which can be configured via a switch, and a 120R terminal resistor on the RS485 interface that can be enabled or disabled as needed. It also includes three LEDs to indicate power and transceiver status. The compact and portable design, complete with an ABS protection case, makes this converter easy to use and cost-effective. The converter supports a wide range of operating systems, including Mac, Linux, Android, and various versions of Windows, making it a flexible solution for various applications. It is designed to work with multiple devices and is suitable for a variety of communication needs. Please note that this product should be handled with care to avoid potential damage from electrostatic discharge or power surges. View more What's Included 1x Waveshare USB to RS232/485 Serial Converter 1x USB-A male-to-female Cable 1x Screwdriver Dimensions 78.52 x 18.36 mm (L x W) Links Website Waveshare USB to RS232/485 Serial Converter, FT232RNL - Wiki Specifications Product Type: USB to RS232/485 converter Host Port: USB Device Port: RS232/485 USB Operating Voltage: 5V Connector: Type-A male Protection: 200 mA self-recovery fuse RS232 Connector: Screw terminal RS232 Transmission Distance: About 15 m RS232 Transmission Mode: Point-to-point RS232 Baud Rate: 300 ~ 921,600 bps RS485 Connector: Screw terminal RS485 Direction Control: Hardware automatic control RS485 Protection: TVS diode, surge protection & ESD protection (onboard 120R balancing resistor) RS485 Transmission Distance: About 1.2 km (low rate) RS485 Transmission Mode: Point-to-multipoint (up to 32 nodes, use repeaters for 16 nodes or more) RS485 Baud Rate: 300 ~ 921,600 bps LED Indicators: PWR Red power indicator, TXD Green TX indicator, RXD Blue RX indicator Operating Environment: Temperature -15 ~ 70 °C, Humidity 5%RH ~ 95%RH Operating System: Mac, Linux, Android, Windows 11 / 10 / 8.1 / 8 / 7 Weight: 65 g