The Waveshare RS485 to Ethernet Converter acts as an industrial serial device server, facilitating seamless bi-directional data transmission between RS485 and Ethernet networks. It is designed for demanding industrial environments, featuring a rail-mount, flame-retardant case and supporting a wide 9-24V DC power supply. This module is crucial for applications requiring robust data acquisition, IoT gateway functionality, and intelligent instrument monitoring, bridging legacy serial devices with modern network infrastructure.
This converter supports multiple communication protocols, including Modbus Gateway, MQTT/JSON to Modbus, and various TCP/IP modes like TCP Server, TCP Client, UDP, and UDP Multicast. It offers 10/100M auto-negotiation Ethernet with 2 KV surge protection and a standard RS485 interface. Configuration is flexible, accessible via web browser or host software, making it adaptable to diverse industrial setups. It can handle up to 32 slave devices on the RS485 side and supports multi-host roll-polling without crosstalk.
For Indian industries, this device offers a reliable way to integrate existing RS485 equipment into modern networks, enhancing automation and data collection capabilities. It supports baud rates from 300 to 115200 bps and is compatible with various data bit and parity settings. The device is powered via screw terminals, ensuring secure connections. All customs duties and GST are included in the price, with delivery via ExpressBox tracked shipping to your pincode.