{"product_id":"bb-smartworx-485drci-rs232-rs422-485-converter","title":"B+B SMARTWORX 485DRCi Industrial RS-232 to RS-422\/485 Converter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eIndustrial RS-232 to RS-422\/485 Converter - 485DRCi\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e485DRCi RS-232 to RS-422\/485 converter\u003c\/strong\u003e is engineered for demanding industrial environments where reliable signal conversion is critical. This \u003cstrong\u003eDIN rail mountable converter\u003c\/strong\u003e transforms unbalanced RS-232 signals into balanced RS-422\/485 signals, enabling seamless communication between legacy serial devices and modern industrial networks. With optical isolation and Class 1 Division 2 certification, the 485DRCi delivers rugged performance in hazardous locations, supporting baud rates up to 115.2 Kbps for high-speed data transmission.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts RS-232 to RS-422\/485 balanced signals for extended cable runs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIN rail mountable design for standard industrial panel integration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptically isolated for noise immunity and ground loop elimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClass 1 Division 2 certified for hazardous area operation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports baud rates up to 115.2 Kbps for high-speed communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact industrial-grade construction for harsh environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAutomatic handshake signal conversion for seamless protocol translation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"specifications\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"8\"\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eB+B SMARTWORX\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePart Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB-485DRCI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial RS-232 to RS-422\/485 Converter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInput Signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232 (unbalanced)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutput Signal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-422\/485 (balanced)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Baud Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115.2 Kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIsolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN rail mountable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCertification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClass 1 Division 2\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApplication\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndustrial automation, hazardous locations, legacy device integration\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an RS-232 to RS-422\/485 converter used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eRS-232 to RS-422\/485 converter\u003c\/strong\u003e enables communication between legacy RS-232 devices and modern RS-422\/485 industrial networks. It converts unbalanced signals to balanced signals, allowing longer cable runs and improved noise immunity in industrial environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is optical isolation important in industrial converters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical isolation in the 485DRCi eliminates ground loops and provides protection against electrical noise and surges common in industrial settings. This ensures reliable data transmission and extends equipment lifespan in harsh environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan the 485DRCi operate in hazardous locations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the 485DRCi is \u003cstrong\u003eClass 1 Division 2 certified\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it suitable for hazardous areas with potentially explosive atmospheres. This certification ensures safe operation in demanding industrial applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat baud rates does the 485DRCi support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe industrial RS-232 to RS-422\/485 converter supports baud rates up to 115.2 Kbps, providing high-speed data transmission for real-time industrial communication and control applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"B+B SMARTWORX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41637504385099,"sku":"BB-485DRCI","price":381.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/bb-smartworx-485drci-rs232-rs422-485-converter","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}