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Black Box IC620A-F RS232 to RS485 Interface Converter, DB9 to Terminal Block

Black Box IC620A-F Async RS232 to RS485 Interface Converter, DB9 to Terminal Block
Black Box IC620A-F Async RS232 to RS485 Interface Converter, DB9 to Terminal Block Black Box IC620A-F Async RS232 to RS485 Interface Converter, DB9 to Terminal Block
Model: IC620A-F
Availability: Discontinued

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Black Box IC620A-F Async RS-232 to RS-485 Interface Converter, DB9 Female to Terminal Block

The RS-485 interface is wonderful. Devices with this interface support high speeds and very long distances, and they communicate very reliably. There’s just one problem: This interface isn't native to PCs or to most of today’s office equipment. If you want a modular, inexpensive, compact, and powerful solution to this dilemma, look no further. The IC620A-F Async RS-232 Interface Converter is designed to plug directly into the RS-232 serial ports of PCs and other devices, effectively turning that port into an RS-485 port. It doesn't require AC power or batteries; it operates using just the small voltage present on the RS-232 data and control leads.

The IC620A-F is designed to translate between RS-232 and 2 or 4 wire RS-485. The IC620A-F supports data rates up to 115,200 bps and non-RS-232 distances up to 9 miles, but this distance will depend on the data rate and the type of cable you’re using. This models can support as many as 31 RS-485 drops. It has DB9 RS-232 connectors and is always DCE.

Key Features

  • Transmit data up to 115 kbps or at distancesup to 4000 ft.
  • Operates in point to point or multipoint applications
  • Operates 2-wire half-duplex or 4-wire half- or full-duplex
  • Async (data leads) only
  • Up to 32 RS485 devices can be attached to create a large multi-drop network
  • The RS485 driver is automatically enabled during each spacing state on the RS232 side
  • Features one DB9 female and one terminal block connector
  • Built-in silicon avalanche diode surge protection against data loss and equipment damage from transient surges
  • "Fine tune" impedance and "echo" characteristics for your individual application
  • For configuration, the converter features two internal 4-position DIP switches
  • 1 Year Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard) included
Technology
CategorySerial Connectivity
ProtocolAsynchronous
Transmission DistanceBetween RS-232 device and converter: 50 ft. (15.2 m), but converters not directly attached will be under-powered; between non-RS-232 device and converter: 9 mi. (14.4 km)
Serial Interface
Baud RateTransparent to 115.2 kbps
Flow ControlTo devices: RS-232: Pinned according to TIA-574 on DB9, DCE; To line: 2- or 4-wire RS-485
SignalsRaise DSR in response to DTR; raise CD in response to carrier; raise CTS in response to RTS (after no delay or 8-ms delay, user-selectable); carrier is either constantly on or controlled by RTS, user-selectable
Interfaces
SerialUnconditioned twisted pair between converters: 2 or 4 wires (1 or 2 pairs)
User Controls2 internal 4-position DIP switches for configuration
Power
Surge ProtectionInternal Silicon Avalance Diodes dissipate surges up to 600 watts per wire within 1 ms
Mechanical
EnclosureABS plastic
Ratings
Operating Temperature32 to 122° F (0 to 50° C)
Humidity5 to 95% noncondensing
Download NameFile Size
Black Box RS-232 Interface Converter Datasheet63.23KB
Black Box RS-232/485 Interface Converter Manual147.36KB
Black Box IC620A-F Application Diagram14.92KB
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