UOTEK
UOTEK UT-216 RS-232 to RS-485/422 Data Converter DB9 RJ45 600W Surge
Converts RS-232 to RS-422 or RS-485 with DB9 and RJ45 ports and 600W surge protection per line
- TypeConverter
- Connector ADB9 Female
- Connector BDB9 Male,RJ45
- Converts RS-232 to balanced RS-422/485 signals
- 600 W surge protection on every data line
- Half-duplex or full-duplex asynchronous operation
- Status LEDs show power, transmit and receive activity
- Extends transmission up to 1,200 m at 9,600 bps
Industrial serial bridge
The UOTEK UT-216 converts a single-ended RS-232C port into balanced differential RS-422 or RS-485 signals using a DB9 female input and both DB9 male and RJ-45 outputs. It targets engineers and integrators who need to extend legacy COM links over twisted-pair or shielded cable in factory, automation or building-management environments.
Sustained signal integrity
The converter operates in asynchronous half-duplex or full-duplex mode and maintains reliable throughput up to 115.2K bps at 300 m, 38.4K bps at 600 m and 9 600 bps at 1 200 m. On-board TVS devices clamp transients on every RS-422/RS-485 line at 600 W, protecting the interface from lightning strikes and industrial noise during continuous operation.
Compact rugged enclosure
A 97×65×22 mm metal housing rated for -25 °C to 70 °C and 5 % to 95 % relative humidity withstands harsh cabinets and outdoor panels. Front-panel LEDs show power, TXD and RXD status at a glance, while the mixed DB9 and RJ-45 connectors simplify wiring without gender changers or custom cables.
Highlights
- Converts RS-232 to balanced RS-422/485 signals
- 600 W surge protection on every data line
- Half-duplex or full-duplex asynchronous operation
- Status LEDs show power, transmit and receive activity
- Extends transmission up to 1,200 m at 9,600 bps
Specifications
| Brand | UOTEK |
|---|---|
| Model | UT-216 |
| Type | Converter |
| Connector A | DB9 Female |
| Connector B | DB9 Male,RJ45 |
Questions about this item
Does the UT-216 generate noticeable heat when converting RS-232 to RS-485 continuously at 115.2K bps?
The converter operates passively with no fan and is rated for -25 to 70 °C, so it runs cool even during all-day use.
What cabling must I already have to connect the DB9 male and RJ-45 ports on the UT-216?
You need a DB9 serial cable for the RS-232 side and either twisted-pair or shielded cable with RJ-45 plugs for the RS-422/485 side.
Will the UT-216 work alongside legacy RS-232 equipment that only supports 9,600 bps?
Yes, it handles 9,600 bps up to 1,200 m and auto-switches between half-duplex and full-duplex modes for older devices.
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