USB to 8-channel RS485 converter

The USB to 8-channel RS485 converter from Waveshare enables you to establish a reliable connection between USB and multiple RS485 interfaces and is specifically designed for industrial applications. The converter offers high stability and isolation through integrated digital and power isolation, leading to high reliability and interference-free signal transmission. It supports a variety of operating systems, including Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android, and can be flexibly integrated into different projects. The multiple protection circuits reliably protect the circuits from voltage spikes and static discharges, ensuring safe data transmission. With a USB-C connection and an additional 5-36V DC input, the converter allows for flexible power supply. The RS485 interfaces offer a range of up to 1.2 km, making them suitable for extensive installations. LED indicators provide feedback on power, connection, and data transmission, facilitating monitoring. Thanks to support for wall and rail mounting, you can optimally install the converter in industrial environments.

Features:

The converter offers eight RS485 channels to connect and control multiple devices over a single USB connection.
The integrated power isolation ensures stable and interference-free voltage for reliable data transmission.
Thanks to the USB-C connection and an additional terminal block for power supply, the converter remains flexibly deployable.
The RS485 interfaces offer a maximum transmission range of 1.2 km, making them suitable for extensive installations.
With support for wall and rail mounting, the converter can be flexibly mounted in industrial environments.

Application Examples:

Use for integrating multiple industrial RS485 devices via a USB interface.
Use in IoT applications for remote monitoring and control of devices over large distances.
Ideal for industrial automation and data collection, where a reliable and stable connection is required.

Documentation:

Waveshare Wiki

Technical Specifications:

Manufacturer: Waveshare
Manufacturer SKU: 28214
Host Port: USB-C
Device Port: RS485
Power Supply: USB Type-C (5V) or Terminal Block (5V–36V)
USB Transmission Distance: approx. 5 m
RS485 Transmission Distance: approx. 1.2 km
RS485 Protection: 600W surge protection and overvoltage protection, 15KV ESD protection
Baud rate: 1200 bps to 921600 bps
Connection: Terminal Block
Connection and Mounting Rail: 35mm
Operating Temperature: -15 to 70 °C
Humidity: 5%RH to 95%RH
Operating Systems: Windows, macOS, Linux, Android
Dimensions: 121 x 73 x 34mm
Weight: 207g