
Key Features
Tailored Connectivity Solution for Industrial Data Transmission
The Industrial Serial RS232/RS485/RS422 to Fiber Media Converter is engineered for professional users requiring reliable serial-to-fiber conversion in demanding environments. Positioned for engineers and integrators working with industrial control systems, this converter supports transparent transmission compatible with existing infrastructure. Its design complements setups involving industrial ethernet switches by enabling consistent communication across extended distances without signal degradation, ensuring integration efficiency and system reliability. This device is suitable for projects where data integrity and network stability are critical under harsh conditions.
Advanced Technical Capabilities Ensuring High Performance
This converter supports EIA RS-232, RS-485, and RS-422 standards, facilitating asynchronous serial transmission with data rates up to 155 Mbps. It leverages singlemode and multimode fiber optic cables to provide communication ranges reaching 120 km on singlemode fiber while maintaining robust noise immunity. Equipped with LED indicators for operational feedback and offering plug-and-play installation, it simplifies system deployment. The aluminum alloy chassis, wide operating temperature range, and surge protection capabilities make it compatible with industrial ethernet switch manufacturers’ quality expectations, ensuring durable and resilient network components.
Integration Across Diverse Industrial Environments
Ideal for electrical system monitoring, traffic control networks, and legacy device upgrades, this media converter supports seamless communication in electrically noisy or isolated environments. Its capacity to integrate with industrial ethernet switches enhances network architecture versatility, enabling long-distance data transmission without compromising real-time responsiveness. The device’s compliance with industrial standards supports infrastructure modernization, boosting operational efficiency in sectors requiring reliable serial communication over fiber optics.
Product Advantages
Robust Structural and System Design for Industrial Scalability
Designed with a resilient aluminum alloy casing and featuring DIN-rail and wall mount options, the media converter conforms to robust industrial standards commonly expected by industrial ethernet switch manufacturers. Its modular compatibility facilitates smooth integration within existing systems incorporating industrial ethernet switches. The availability of multiple fiber connector types (SC, FC, ST) increases adaptability for varied network architectures. Additionally, the built-in surge, static, and lightning protections provide structural reinforcement, ensuring network uptime in challenging conditions typically encountered in industrial deployments.
Optimized Performance and User-Centric Operation
Operation simplicity paired with reliable performance defines the user experience. The plug-and-play design requires minimal configuration, reducing commissioning time in environments where industrial gigabit ethernet switches often dominate network builds. Its wide temperature tolerance (-40℃ to +85℃) and consistent signal integrity over extended distances support continuous uptime and reduce maintenance overhead, delivering high return on investment. The LED status indicators allow prompt diagnostics, enhancing operational transparency and facilitating integration into automated network management systems commonly associated with ethernet switch industrial applications.
Use Scenarios
Application in Industrial Control and Automation Systems
In complex industrial control environments characterized by high electrical noise and interference, this media converter plays a pivotal role by converting serial signals to fiber optic transmission, ensuring signal integrity over vast distances. Integration with industrial ethernet switches allows for seamless inclusion in supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems. The product’s compliance with strict surge and lightning protection norms guarantees uninterrupted operation in manufacturing plants and automation lines where system downtime directly impacts productivity and safety standards. Its adaptability to various serial protocols supports legacy equipment unification on modern fiber networks.
Role in Electrical Substation Monitoring and Traffic Network Infrastructure
This converter is integral to electrical power system monitoring and traffic signaling networks requiring isolated, stable communication links. Its ability to convert RS232/485/422 signals for long-distance fiber transmission aligns perfectly with infrastructures incorporating industrial ethernet switches optimized for real-time data exchanges. By facilitating secure and interference-free connectivity, it ensures accurate control and monitoring of critical processes. The device’s rugged design and comprehensive industry certification support deployment in substations and urban traffic management centers where reliability and compliance are mandatory, enhancing network resilience and operational continuity.
What are the benefits of using an industrial serial RS232/RS485/RS422 to fiber media converter?
This media converter provides reliable, interference-free serial data transmission over long distances by converting RS232, RS485, and RS422 signals to fiber optics. It offers built-in surge protection and supports harsh industrial environments, making it a solid choice alongside industrial ethernet switches for robust network infrastructure.
Can the media converter be customized for different fiber connector types or configurations?
Yes, the converter supports standard SC fiber connectors, with optional FC and ST connectors available to match your networking setup. This flexibility allows seamless integration with your existing industrial ethernet switch manufacturers’ hardware or custom industrial communication deployments.
What installation options are available for this RS232/485/422 media converter?
The device supports both DIN-rail and wall mounting options to fit various industrial environments. Its plug-and-play design simplifies setup with no complex configuration needed, ensuring smooth integration with your industrial ethernet switch systems and minimizing downtime.
How does this converter ensure long-term reliability in harsh industrial conditions?
Built from an aluminum alloy chassis, it features surge, static, and lightning protection, and supports operation from -40℃ to +85℃. These rugged specifications ensure reliable performance in electrically noisy or extreme environments common to industrial ethernet switches and other industrial network equipment.
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Fiber index |
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Wavelength |
1310-1550nm |
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Rate |
155Mbps |
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Tx power |
>-8db |
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Rx sensitivity |
>-24db |
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Fiber connector |
SC(FC/ST optional) |
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Data index |
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Standard |
Meets EIA RS-232, RS-485, RS-422 standards |
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Physical interface |
7-Pin terminals and 1 port DB9 RS232 |
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Baud rate |
50 bps to 500 kbps (support non-standard baud rate) |
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RS232 |
3-wire system(RXD, TXD, GND), full duplex, point to point communication Physical Port: Industrial Terminal & DB9 pin Protocol: Full transparency supports arbitrary RS232 protocols, including RS232 roll polling or Modbus protocol |
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Maximum communication distance is 1200 meters |
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RS485 |
2-wire(A, B), half-duplex, point to muti ple points communication |
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The maximum transmission distance is 1219m, transmission rate is inversely proportional to the transmission distance |
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RS422 |
4-wire, full duplex |
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The maximum transmission distance is 1219m, transmission rate is inversely proportional to the transmission distance |
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RS485 circuit index |
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RS-485 pull up resistance/pull down resistance |
1 kΩ , 150 kΩ |
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RS-485 terminal resistance |
N/A, 120 Ω , 120 kΩ |
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Power index |
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Input voltage |
12V~55V Redundant Power Supply |
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Overload current protection |
Support |
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Power consumption |
<10W |
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MTBF |
300,000 hours |
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Bit Error Rate |
<1 in 10-9 @ Maximum Optical Loss Budget |
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Mechanical index |
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Chassis |
Aluminum alloy |
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Product net weight |
0.3kg |
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Size (L*W*H) |
135mm*115mm*35mm |
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IP Rating |
IP40 |
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Installation |
DIN-Rail or Wall mounts |
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Working index |
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Working temperature |
-40 to 80°C |
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Storage temperature |
-45 to 85°C |
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Working humidity |
5 to 95%(non-condensing) |
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Working life |
>100,000 hours |