GearMo
GearMo GM-10127-B RS-232 to RS-485/422 Port-Powered Optical Isolation
Converts RS-232 to RS-485/422 with 2,500Vrms optical isolation and port-powered operation
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- Port-powered operation removes need for external supply
- 2,500 Vrms optical isolation protects equipment from ground loops
- ±15 kV ESD protection on RS-232 side safeguards port
- 600 W TVS surge suppression absorbs transient spikes on RS-422/485 lines
- DB9 female to 6-position terminal block connects RS-232 to RS-422/485 networks
Port-powered RS-232 to RS-485/422 converter
The GearMo GM-10127-B translates a single-ended RS-232C signal into balanced differential RS-422 or RS-485 using power drawn from the serial port itself. It targets engineers and integrators who need to extend legacy serial links over long cable runs without adding an external power supply.
Optical isolation and surge protection
A built-in optoelectronic isolator provides 2500Vrms isolation with continuous 500VDC withstand, while TVS suppression delivers 600W per line against lightning, ESD and transient over-voltage. The RS-232 side also carries ±15KV ESD protection, letting the adapter survive harsh industrial environments.
Distance and speed headroom
Asynchronous half-duplex or full-duplex operation is supported at 115.2K bps to 300M, 38.4K bps to 600M and 9600 bps to 1.2KM. The DB9 female connector mates with standard RS-232C ports and the six-position terminal block handles RS-422/485 wiring. Buyers needing USB-native connectivity or multi-drop RS-485 biasing resistors should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- Port-powered operation removes need for external supply
- 2,500 Vrms optical isolation protects equipment from ground loops
- ±15 kV ESD protection on RS-232 side safeguards port
- 600 W TVS surge suppression absorbs transient spikes on RS-422/485 lines
- DB9 female to 6-position terminal block connects RS-232 to RS-422/485 networks
Specifications
| Brand | Gearmo |
|---|---|
| Model | GM-10127-B |
| Color | Black |
Questions about this item
Will the DB9 female connector or the 6-bit terminal block need periodic replacement under normal use?
The DB9 female connector and 6-bit terminal block are passive interfaces with no moving parts or consumable elements, so they do not require scheduled replacement.
At the highest baud rate of 115.2K bps, what is the maximum cable length before signal integrity becomes the limiting factor?
At 115.2K bps the RS-422/485 signal is specified for up to 300 metres; beyond that distance attenuation and timing skew become the practical limit.
Does the port-powered design add noticeable heat or electrical noise to the RS-232 host when the converter runs continuously?
The unit draws power from the RS-232 port and includes 2,500 Vrms optical isolation plus 600 W TVS suppression, so continuous operation adds negligible heat and does not inject switching noise back into the host.
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