SmartElex Industrial USB to RS485 Bidirectional Converter
The SmartElex Industrial USB to RS485 Bidirectional Converter provides a reliable connection between a computer or USB host and RS485 devices. It uses the CH343G USB-to-serial converter and supports automatic bidirectional data transmission, making it suitable for industrial communication, automation, monitoring and embedded applications.
The converter supports communication speeds up to 3 Mbps and RS485 transmission distances of up to approximately 1.2 km at low data rates. It includes A+, B− and GND screw terminals, automatic direction control, three status LEDs and multiple protection circuits including TVS, ESD, surge and resettable-fuse protection.
Features
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CH343G USB Converter: Uses the original CH343G USB-to-serial conversion chip for fast and stable USB to RS485 communication.
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Bidirectional Communication: Supports two-way data transmission between a USB host and RS485 devices.
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High-Speed Communication: Supports communication rates from 300 bps up to 3 Mbps for flexible serial communication applications.
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Long-Distance RS485: Supports RS485 transmission distances of up to approximately 1.2 km at low communication rates.
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Automatic Direction Control: Automatically manages RS485 transmit and receive direction for convenient operation without manual switching.
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USB-A Interface: Uses a standard USB-A connector for easy connection to computers and other USB host devices.
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Screw Terminal: Provides A+, B− and GND terminals for straightforward connection to RS485 equipment and networks.
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Surge & Lightning Protection: Includes TVS protection and surge suppression to help protect the communication interface from transient voltage spikes.