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Advantech ILinxô fiber converters are designed with the functionality required for heavier industrial environments. These isolated converters change RS-232, RS422 or RS-485 to single-mode fiber optics. Fiber optic connectors are SC or ST.BB-FOSTCDRi-Sx models extend serial data ranges up to 15 km (9 mi) and provide the most versatile connection possible between asynchronous full or half-duplex serial equipment. In addition to direct point-to-point connectivity, it is capable of operating in multi-drop mode. This allows one serial device to communicate with up to 31 others around a fiber optic ring. Since it supports mixed serial standards, it can replace other converters and isolators and add the EMI/RFI immunity inherent to fiber optic communications.
The Automatic Send Data Control circuit controls the RS-422/485 driver chip, eliminating the need for special software. Easy to install and configure, it has a 12-position DIP switch to set up RS-422/485 parameters and removable terminal blocks to connect serial signals and power. In RS-232 mode, it supports Transmit Data and Receive Data. Handshaking signals are not passed through.
An external 10-48 VDC power source is required (not included, sold separately).
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Features
- Converts serial data signals to single-mode fiber optic
- 2000V 3-way optical isolation (two data ports, power circuit) and EMI/RFI protection
- Data rates up to 115.2 kbps
- Wide operating temperature: -40 to +80 ∞C
- IP30 plastic case, DIN mount
- UL 508 rated
- 10 – 48 VDC input power range
- Up to 15 km (9 mi) range
- Power supply not included, sold separately
