{"product_id":"bb-smartworx-bb-422lp9r-rs232-rs422-converter","title":"B+B SmartWorx BB-422LP9R RS-232 to RS-422 Converter","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-content\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"who-its-for\"\u003e\u003ch1\u003eBB-422LP9R RS-232 to RS-422 Converter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eB+B SmartWorx BB-422LP9R\u003c\/strong\u003e is a port-powered two-channel RS-232 to RS-422 converter designed for industrial automation, legacy equipment integration, and serial communication applications. This \u003cstrong\u003eRS-422 converter\u003c\/strong\u003e eliminates the need for external power supplies by drawing energy directly from RS-232 handshake lines (DTR and RTS), making it ideal for retrofit installations and space-constrained environments. Perfect for engineers and technicians who need reliable signal conversion without additional infrastructure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"key-features\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePort-powered operation — no external power supply required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo-channel RS-232 to RS-422 signal conversion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConverts TD and RD RS-232 lines to balanced RS-422 signals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowered directly from DTR and RTS handshake lines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompact industrial-grade design for harsh environments\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug-and-play installation for legacy system upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGalvanic isolation for noise immunity and ground loop elimination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide operating temperature range for industrial applications\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\u003eModel Number\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBB-422LP9R\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConversion Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232 to RS-422 (2-channel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower Source\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePort-powered (DTR\/RTS handshake lines)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSignal Lines\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTD (Transmit Data) and RD (Receive Data)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterface Standard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS-232 input, RS-422 output\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\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40°C to +85°C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnector Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDB-9 (standard serial)\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\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is an RS-232 to RS-422 converter used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn \u003cstrong\u003eRS-232 to RS-422 converter\u003c\/strong\u003e enables communication between legacy RS-232 devices and modern RS-422 systems. RS-422 offers superior noise immunity and longer transmission distances (up to 4,000 feet), making it ideal for industrial environments. The BB-422LP9R bridges this gap without requiring system redesign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes the BB-422LP9R require external power?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The BB-422LP9R is \u003cstrong\u003eport-powered\u003c\/strong\u003e, drawing energy directly from RS-232 DTR and RTS handshake lines. This eliminates the need for external power supplies, reducing installation complexity and cost in retrofit applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does port-powered RS-422 conversion improve industrial automation?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePort-powered converters like the BB-422LP9R simplify industrial automation deployments by reducing wiring requirements and power infrastructure costs. The two-channel design supports simultaneous TD\/RD conversion, enabling full-duplex communication in space-constrained industrial control systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat are the distance limitations for RS-422 signals from this converter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRS-422 signals from the BB-422LP9R can reliably transmit up to 4,000 feet at standard data rates, compared to RS-232's typical 50-foot limit. This extended range makes it essential for large facility automation, remote sensor networks, and distributed industrial control applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"B+B SMARTWORX","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41637503991883,"sku":"BB-422LP9R","price":303.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.tecisoft.ca\/products\/bb-smartworx-bb-422lp9r-rs232-rs422-converter","provider":"TeciSoft","version":"1.0","type":"link"}