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Industrial-Grade USB 2.0 to RS485 Converter Adapter, Based on FTDI Chipset, ESD Protection, Signal&Power Isolation, Support Windows 11,10,8, XP, MacOs, Linux, Global Industrial Brand
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innomaker Industrial-Grade USB 2.0 to RS485 Converter Adapter

Bottom line: The innomaker Industrial-Grade USB 2.0 to RS485 Converter Adapter: Isolated power and signal paths for noisy industrial RS485 buses; main trade-off: half-duplex RS485 only; no full-duplex RS422 mode listed.

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Pros & Cons

Pros

  • ✓ Isolated power and signal paths for noisy industrial RS485 buses
  • ✓ Bus-pin ESD protection up to 15kV (HBM) and over 25kV/us CMTI
  • ✓ FTDI chipset for broad driver support on Windows, macOS, Linux and Android
  • ✓ Data rates from 300 bps to 3 Mbps over USB 2.0 full speed
  • ✓ 1/8 unit load design supports up to 256 nodes on one bus

Cons

  • ✗ Half-duplex RS485 only; no full-duplex RS422 mode listed
  • ✗ USB 2.0 full-speed interface; no faster USB mode listed
  • ✗ 120 Ohm termination is set by a jumper, not a switch or software
  • ✗ Linux support requires kernel 3.2 or newer

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SpecPicks Verdict

SpecPicks scored innomaker Industrial-Grade USB 2.0 to RS485 Converter Adapter using a rating × review-volume × price-fit model applied to published specs and reviews across the storage adapters category. innomaker's storage adapters lineup sits within the broader category mid-tier; price and specs are the deciding factors over brand loyalty here. Judge it on the specification table and the price rather than on sentiment: check the figures that decide your use case, then put it side-by-side with two or three close alternatives in the Compare tool before clicking through.

Common buyer scenarios for storage adapters of this kind: matching it to an existing build, replacing a failing part, or upgrading from a previous-generation equivalent. Check the spec table below against your current setup — particularly socket / form-factor / power-rating fields — and confirm compatibility on the retailer's listing before purchase. Prices and stock are set by the retailer and may have moved since this page was last updated.

Key Features

  • 【High compatibility】Support Windows XP/7/8/10, Mac OS, Linux 3.2 greater, Ubuntu 11.10 greater and Android system.Support Raspberry Pi,Jetson Nano,ARM Board, PLC, Note book and all Computer.
  • 【Plug and Play USB Device】USB 2.0 full speed compatible. Support wider RS485 data transfer rates, From 300 bps to 3Mbps.
  • 【Excellent Chipset】On board FTDI and semi-duplex enhanced RS485 isolated transceiver.
  • 【Industrial Design】Isolated power supply and isolation signal design, Provides Bus-Pin ESD protection up to 15kV(HBM) and greater than 25kV/us CMTI.
  • 【Flexible】120 Ohm resistor jumper selectable. designed by 1/8 unit load, support up to 256 nodes on a bus.

Full Specifications

Brandinnomaker
ColorBlack
FinishAbs
Unit Count1.0 Count
Finish TypeAbs
ConnectivityUSB
Model NumberISOLATEDFT232RL-485-2
CompatibilityAndroid, Mac, Linux
Input Voltage15 Volts
Built-In MediaCD
Connector TypeSerial Adapter
Number of Items1
Number of Ports2
Power Plug TypeType C
Compatible DevicesWindows XP/7/8/10, Mac OS, Linux 3.2 greater, Ubuntu 11.10 greater and Android system, Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, PLC, and all Computers
Warranty DescriptionNoWarningApplicable
Smart Home CompatibilityNot Smart Home Compatible
Full listing titleIndustrial-Grade USB 2.0 to RS485 Converter Adapter, Based on FTDI Chipset, ESD Protection, Signal&Power Isolation, Support Windows 11,10,8, XP, MacOs, Linux, Global Industrial Brand

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