Industrial communication converter | 8 ports | from RS232/RS485 to Ethernet TCP/IP Modbus | 9-24VDC

Technical Specifications:

Communication Interfaces:

RS232 Ports: 8× DB9
RS485 Ports: 8× DB9 (Line1 and Line9)
Ethernet Ports: 2× RJ45 (10M/100M with 2KV surge protection)

Serial Communication Parameters:

Supported Interfaces: RS232, RS485
Data Transfer Rate (baudrate): 1200 – 460800 bps
Parity Settings: None, Odd, Even, Mark, Space
Data Bits: 5 – 9 bits
Flow Control: RTS/CTS, DTR/DCR, NONE

Network Protocols:

Supported Protocols: Ethernet, IP, TCP, UDP, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, DHCP, DNS
Operating Modes: TCP Server; TCP Client; UDP; UDP Broadcast

Power and Electrical Parameters:

Power Supply: 9-24V DC
Power Consumption: 5.4W
Power Connector: 5.5mm socket (inner +, outer -), standard power connector

Configuration and Control:

Software: ZLVirCOM Tool
Control via: Socket; Virtual serial port; Network management tools

Environmental Conditions:

Operating Temperature: -45°C ~ +85°C
Storage Temperature: -65°C ~ +165°C
Humidity: 5 - 95% RH

Expansion Capabilities:

Expandable up to 16/24/32 ports via cascaded Ethernet connection
Maximum Ports: 64 serial ports

Key Features:

Converts RS232/RS485 to Ethernet TCP/IP
Supports Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU gateway functionality
Multi-host feature – allows multiple Modbus clients to read data simultaneously
8 serial ports – high connection capacity for industrial devices
2 Ethernet ports – ensures stable network connection and expansion options
High protection – 2KV surge protection on Ethernet ports
Suitable for industrial automation – resistant to temperatures up to -45°C
Virtual serial port – supports remote device control

Applications:

Industrial Automation – PLC system control and integration
IoT Networks – remote device monitoring and control
Data Collection Systems – connection of measurement and monitoring instruments
Transport and Logistics Sector – smart transportation management systems
Electricity Grid Monitoring – integration of meters and electrical devices
Industrial Communication Systems – suitable for SCADA and other control platforms

Pros:

Large number of ports – 8 serial ports with expansion up to 64
Supports Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU – seamlessly integrates with Modbus networks
Stable connection – 2 Ethernet ports with 2KV surge protection
Suitable for industrial conditions – resistant to temperature changes and humidity
Easy control – configurable via WEB, ZLVirCOM tool, virtual COM port
Supports TCP and UDP – flexible data transmission

Cons:

No WiFi support – only suitable for wired connection
Requires network configuration – a network administrator or experienced specialist is necessary
No integrated PoE – power supply through a separate source
Requires additional software – for ZLVirCOM or virtual COM usage

High-class industrial serial server for reliable RS232/RS485 data transmission over Ethernet TCP/IP. It supports Modbus TCP to Modbus RTU conversion, offers a large number of ports with the possibility to expand up to 64 connections, and is resistant to complex industrial conditions.

A great choice for industrial automation, IoT networks, remote monitoring, and the transportation sector!