Lekuo USB to RS422/RS485 Serial Converter Cable with FTDI Chip

Model

IO-USB4285-02

Chipset

FTDI

Input Interface

USB 2.0

Output Interface

RS422/RS485 (DB9 male)

Data Transfer Rate

Up to 921.6Kbps

Communication Modes

RS-422 full-duplex, RS-485 half-duplex

Signal Protection

±15kV ESD, surge protection

Max Transmission Distance

1200 meters (at 300 bps – 921.6 Kbps)

Supported Devices

Up to 10 devices (RS-422), 32 devices (RS-485)

Operating Temperature

-40°C to 85°C

Cable Length

1.8m

System Compatibility

Windows XP/7/8/10, Server 2003/2008/2012, Mac OS X, Linux, Android

Key Features

Industrial-Grade Durability: Operates reliably from -40°C to +85°C with ±15kV ESD and surge protection for harsh environments.
Long-Distance, High-Speed Communication: Supports data rates up to 921.6 Kbps over distances up to 1200 meters (RS-485), enabling real-time control in distributed systems.
Smart Direction Control: Automatic transmit/receive switching eliminates manual toggling—perfect for half-duplex RS-485 networks.
Dual Protocol Support: Switch between RS-422 (full-duplex, 4-wire) and RS-485 (half-duplex, 2-wire) modes for maximum flexibility.
Broad OS Compatibility: Plug-and-play with Windows XP/7/8/10/11, Server 2003–2019, macOS, Linux, and Android—no driver hassle on most platforms.
Multi-Device Networking: Connect up to 10 devices (RS-422) or 32 devices (RS-485) on a single bus for scalable industrial deployments.
Visual Status Indicators: Built-in PWR, TXD, and RXD LEDs for instant troubleshooting and system monitoring.

Industrial Automation: PLC communication, CNC machine interfacing, SCADA systems
Retail & Hospitality: POS terminals, barcode scanners, receipt printers
Energy & Utilities: Smart meter reading, substation monitoring, power distribution control
Security & Surveillance: Access control panels, DVR/NVR integration
Embedded Systems: Raspberry Pi, BeagleBone, or custom controller serial expansion

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