Gauge Systems
USB/RS485 Converter
Model: USB485
General
Compatible Operating System
• Windows
• Mac OSX
• Linux
Chipset/Processor
• FT230X chip from FTDI
Indication LED Lights
• TX, RX
Termination Switch
• Yes
Power
• Mini-USB powered
Input/Output
Current Signals
• Static: < 80mA • RS485, 2-wire half duplex: D+, D-, GND
• Dynamic average: < 150mA • Fail Safe: Yes
Dimensions • Bias Resistors
• 66 x 38.75 x 15 (mm) Baud Rate
• 2.60 x 1.52 x 0.59 (in.) • 50 - 115,200bps
Warranty Parity
• 2-year Limited Warranty • None, Odd, Even, Mark, Space
Data Bits
• 7,8
Safety and Certifications Stop Bits
ESD Protection • 1,2
• 600W surge TX/RX Buffer Size
• 15kV static electricity protection • 512 Byte Transmit Buffer
Certifications • 512 Byte Receive Buffer
• CE, FCC 3-Wire Interface (Included)
• Female 3-pin plug with screw terminals
USB Interface
Environmental • Standard Type B Mini-USB
• USB 1.1/2.0 to EIA RS-485
Operating Temp
• -30°C to 60°C
Operating Humidity
• 80% up to 31°C
For more information visit
egauge.net/support/m/usb485
Connection Diagram
RS485-USB
Converter
USB Host
RS485 Termination Mini-USB
D+ D– ON OFF
+ – – + + –
Voltage
Data Voltage
DC Voltage Supply
RS485 device
Wiring Diagram
RS485-USB USB Host
Converter
RS485 Termination Mini-USB
D+ D– ON OFF
Data (+) RS485
Data (–) Device A
GND
Data (+) RS485
Data (–) Device B
GND
Data (+) RS485
Data (–) Device C
GND
