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The USB-8COMi-M allows you to add 8 USB to RS-422 or RS-485 serial ports by connecting to a host USB port. Constructed from a rugged industrial-grade metal chassis to include industrial applications.
With both USB and Serial technology used together, further use of existing RS-422 and RS-485 devices can be utilized to enable the addition of more serial ports, This is USB to RS-422 serial adaption. This combination offer expansion even when the computer doesn’t offer serial ports. The high speed 128 byte FIFO USB to RS-422 / RS-485 serial port converter is extremely sturdy construction perfect for integrating with your system/application. With its unique features contained within its metal case the USB-8COMi-M can reduce the system load and produce unusual speed settings like 500.000bps.
The USB-8COMi-M is a self-powered USB to RS-422 serial adapter device, but it also includes a 5V / 2Amp power supply for applications with high power consumption needs. This device offers Plug-and-Play installation features and RS-422/RS-485 device connection. Serial signal operation modes are selected by the eight DIP switches located externally for easy RS-422, RS-485 communication.
Additional Features:
OS Support:
| Power | Input Voltage Range: 12V DC |
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| Compliance | Country of Origin: Taiwan Certifications: TAA, CE, FCC, RoHS |
| Physical Characteristics | Color: Black Mounting Style: Surface Mount Ports: 8 Serial Ports Material of Construction: Steel |
| Serial Attributes | Serial Standards: RS422, RS485 Serial Baud Rate Maximum: 10 Mbps FIFO Receive: 2k Bytes FIFO Transmit: 2k Bytes Data Bits: 7, 8 Stop Bits: 1, 2 Flow Control: Hardware (RTS, CTS), XON/XOFF Serial Port qty: 8 |
| What's in the Box | Package Contents: 3-Pin Terminal Block, Mounting Bracket, Power Supply, Screw Pack, USB Cable, USB Serial Adapter |
| Software | OS Support / Compatibility: Mac OS, OS independent – No software or drivers required, Windows 10, Windows 11, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Linux |
| Environmental | Operating Temperature Range: 0C ~ 55C Storage Temperature: -20C ~ 75C |
| Product Information | Warranty: One Year |
| Hardware | Chipset: FTDI LED Indicators: Power, TX / RX |
| Performance & Safety | ESD Protection: 15kV Max Data Transfer Rate: 10Mbps |
| Additional Details | USB Specification: USB 2.0 (480Mbps) UPC: 729440690939 Connector: 3-Pin Terminal Block, DB9 Male w/ Nuts Chip Model: FT4232HL, GL852G, MAX3089E Warranty: 1 year from date of purchase Weight: 2.5000 lbs Dimensions: 13.25 × 7.31 × 2.5 in |
| USB Bus | |
| Compliance | USB 1.0/1.1 compliant, USB 2.0 compatible |
| Speed | 12 Mbps, full-speed USB |
| FIFO | 128 byte transmit FIFO 384 receive FIFO |
| Serial Interface | |
| Port Type | RS-422/RS-485 |
| Number of Ports | 8 |
| Connectors | DB9 male |
| Serial Line Protection | |
| ESD Protection | 10KV |
| Serial Port Speed | |
| Baudrate | 300 bps to 921.6k bps |
| Serial Communication Parameters | |
| Data Bits | 7, 8 |
| Stop Bits | 1, 1.5, 2 |
| Parity | None, Even, Odd, Space, Mark |
| Flow Control | RTS/CTS, XON/XOFF |
| Serial Signals | |
| RS-422 | TxD-(A), TxD+(B), RxD+(B), RxD-(A), GND, RTS-(A), RTS+(B), CTS+(B), CTS-(A) |
| RS-485-4 wire | TxD-(A), TxD+(B), RxD+(B), RxD-(A), GND |
| RS-485-2 wire | Data-(A), Data+(B), GND |
| Driver Support | |
| OS | Windows 7, Vista, 2003, XP (WHQL certified) and 2000 Linux Kernel 2.4 and up built-in support |
| Power Supply | |
| Input | Self-powered Power adapter of 12VDC, 1A, terminal type |
| Mechanical | |
| Chassis | SECC metal chassis with DIN rail bracket |
| Environmental | |
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 55 °C (32 to 131 °F) |
| Operating Humidity | 5 to 95% RH |
| Storage Temperature | -20 to 75 °C (-4 to 167 °F) |
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RS-422 & RS-485 DB9 Male Connector Pin-outs |
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RS-485 4-Wire (Full duplex) Signal Pin-outs of DB-9 Male Connector |
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RS-485 2-Wire (Half duplex) Signal Pin-outs of DB-9 Male Connector |
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Multidrop RS-485 2-Wire Half-duplex |
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The 8 Port USB to Serial RS-422 / 485 adapter has certain accessories that work with it. These accessories are what you can order if needed.
Model# CG-3PPW
$2.99In stock
Model# 9DBMF5FT
$2.99Out of stock
View frequently asked product questions below. For all serial troubleshooting, visit this page.
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Most of our single and dual-port models are USB bus-powered. High-density rackmount models (8-port+) feature integrated or external power supplies for maximum signal integrity.
Isolated adapters use optical barriers to physically separate the electrical signals. This protects your computer from 2,500V surges and ground loops common in factory environments.
Yes, all Coolgear Serial adapters use modern FTDI or Silabs chipsets with WHQL-certified drivers for full Windows 11, Mac, and Linux support.
COM Port Retention ensures that your assigned COM port number remains the same every time you plug in the adapter or reboot your PC. This prevents software communication errors and eliminates the need to manually reconfigure your application settings whenever hardware is moved.
Test your components by:
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Note: You are required to restart your computer after disabling the Driver Signature Enforcement. Save all open work on your computer.
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When your computer restarts, Driver Signature Enforcement will be disabled and you can install the drivers.