{"product_id":"bb-smartworx-485ldrc9-rs232-rs422-485-converter","title":"B+B SmartWorx 485LDRC9 RS-232 to RS-422\/485 Converter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eB+B SmartWorx 485LDRC9 Industrial RS-232 to RS-422\/485 Converter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eB+B SmartWorx 485LDRC9\u003c\/strong\u003e is a professional-grade \u003cstrong\u003eRS-232 to RS-422\/485 converter\u003c\/strong\u003e engineered for harsh industrial automation environments. This \u003cstrong\u003eDIN rail mounted converter\u003c\/strong\u003e delivers 2000V two-way optical isolation and 500W surge suppression, making it ideal for manufacturing facilities, process control systems, and remote data acquisition applications where signal integrity and equipment protection are critical. Whether you're upgrading legacy RS-232 systems to modern RS-422\/485 standards or extending communication distances up to 1.2 km, this industrial converter provides the reliability and performance your automation infrastructure demands.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2000V two-way optical isolation protects equipment from voltage spikes and ground loops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e500W surge suppression safeguards sensitive industrial equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDIN rail mounting for compact panel integration in control cabinets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eData rates up to 115.2 kbps with extended transmission distances to 1.2 km\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide operating temperature range: -40 to +80°C for extreme environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMODBUS and ASCII RTU protocol support for legacy and modern systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlexible connectivity: RS-232 via terminal block or DB9 female connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRS-422\/485 terminal block connections for industrial networks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal 10–30 VDC power supply for flexible installation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"technical-specs\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\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-485LDRC9\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\u003eMounting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDIN Rail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical Isolation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2000V two-way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSurge Suppression\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e500W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eData Rate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 115.2 kbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaximum Distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.2 km\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 to +80°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtocols Supported\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMODBUS, ASCII RTU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232 Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal block or DB9 female connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-422\/485 Interface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTerminal block\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Supply\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExternal 10–30 VDC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\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 bridges legacy serial devices with modern industrial networks. It converts single-ended RS-232 signals to differential RS-422\/485 signals, enabling longer transmission distances, better noise immunity, and multi-drop network capabilities essential in automation and SCADA systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy is optical isolation important in industrial converters?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOptical isolation eliminates ground loop noise and protects equipment from voltage transients common in industrial environments. The 485LDRC9's 2000V two-way isolation ensures signal integrity and equipment safety when connecting devices across different electrical grounds or in electrically noisy facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan this DIN rail converter handle extreme temperatures?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The B+B SmartWorx 485LDRC9 operates reliably from -40 to +80°C, making it suitable for outdoor installations, unheated warehouses, and high-temperature manufacturing environments where standard industrial equipment may fail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow far can RS-422\/485 signals transmit with this converter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis converter supports transmission distances up to 1.2 km at 115.2 kbps, significantly extending range compared to RS-232's typical 15-meter limitation. This makes it ideal for connecting remote sensors, PLCs, and field devices across large industrial facilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"B+B SMARTWORX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41637504647243,"sku":"BB-485LDRC9","price":290.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/bb-smartworx-485ldrc9-rs232-rs422-485-converter","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}