Black Box ICD100A RS-232 to RS-422/RS-485 DIN Rail Converter for Factory Automation

Black Box RS-232 to RS-422/RS-485 DIN Rail Converter

The Black Box ICD100A is a reliable external transceiver designed to convert asynchronous RS-232 signals to RS-422 or RS-485 standards, supporting data rates up to 19.2 kbps over distances reaching 4000 feet using CATx cables. This device is ideal for integrating legacy RS-232 equipment into modern RS-422/RS-485 networks within factory automation, building automation, and process control environments. Its DIN rail mountable design ensures easy installation in industrial settings, while its robust construction allows operation across a wide temperature range from -40 to 176 degrees Fahrenheit (-40 to 80 degrees Celsius).

Equipped with switch-selectable data rates between 2400 bps and 19.2 kbps, the ICD100A offers flexibility to match diverse application requirements. It features optical isolation that effectively separates data signals, providing enhanced noise immunity and safety when converting unbalanced half- or full-duplex RS-232 signals into balanced RS-422 or RS-485 signals in a full-duplex or half-duplex configuration. The converter is powered by a 10-30 VDC power supply at 100 mA, making it suitable for various industrial power sources. Its compatibility with 2-wire half-duplex and 4-wire full-duplex modes allows seamless integration with different network topologies.

The ICD100A is built to withstand harsh industrial environments, ensuring reliable operation in temperature extremes. Its capability to transmit data at speeds up to 19.2 kbps over long distances makes it suitable for applications requiring extended communication reach. Designed by Black Box Corporation, a trusted name in industrial connectivity solutions, this converter combines durability, flexibility, and ease of use, making it an essential component for industrial automation systems needing versatile serial communication conversions.

Features:

• Switch-selectable data rates between 2400 bps and 19.2 kbps.

• Optically isolates and converts unbalanced half- or full-duplex RS-232 signals to optically isolated and balanced full-duplex RS-422 or 2-wire half- or 4-wire full-duplex RS-485.

• Async (data leads) only.

• Powered by 10-30 VDC, 100 mA.

• Supports 2-wire half-duplex or 4-wire full-duplex RS-422 full-duplex configurations.

• Operates reliably across temperatures from -40 to 176 degrees F (-40 to 80 degrees C).

• Enables data transmission up to 19.2 kbps over distances up to 4000 feet.