The FT232RL USB TO DSUB 15PIN DB15 FEMALE ADAPTER RS485 SERIAL COMMUNICATION CABLE (1.8M) 1.8M Black is a USB to RS485 serial interface based on the FT232RL device. It terminates in a DB15 female connector for equipment that uses a 15pin Dsub RS485 port and provides a 1.8 meter long black cable for flexible installation. This adapter enables easy connection of USB hosts to RS485 devices, supporting reliable serial communication through a compact FTDI powered interface. Key benefits Enables USB connected hosts to communicate with RS485 devices via a DB15 RS485 port. Built around the FT232RL USBtoserial IC for dependable signaling and broad compatibility with serial equipment. Long 1.8 meter cable provides flexible placement and layout in benches, labs, and industrial settings. DB15 female connector offers a secure mating interface with compatible RS485 devices. Black cable construction suitable for professional environments and field use. Key attributes Functionality: USB to RS485 serial adapter with a DB15 female Dsub interface. Chipset: FT232RL (FTDI) USBtoserial controller. Connector: DB15 female on the RS485 side. Cable length: 1.8 meters. Color: Black. Compatibility: Designed for devices that use a DB15 RS485 interface and connect to a USB host via the FT232RL based interface. Performance: Provides RS485 serial communication through USB with a robust, longerlength cable for flexible deployment. Use cases PC to RS485 devices: Connect a computer to RS485 sensors, meters, or controllers with a DB15 interface for data acquisition, configuration, or monitoring. Industrial and automation environments: Link USBenabled control systems to PLCs, motor controllers, or other RS485 devices on a DB15 network for testing, programming, or diagnostics. Lab and testing setups: Integrate RS485 instruments or data loggers with a workstation for measurement, logging, and experiment control. Notes Ensure proper RS485 network practices (bus topology, termination, and biasing) as required by the connected devices to maintain reliable communication.