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    Black Box Async RS232 to RS422/485 Interface Converter - DB9 to Terminal Block (IC820A)

    • Enables you to select RS-485 2-wire half-duplex or RS-485 4-wire full-duplex operation.
    • Selectable RS-422 operation with transmit and receive always enabled.
    • Automatic RS-485 driver control, so it works without any special programming for handshaking signals. Also enables transmitter from RS-232 TD signal and receiver when not transmitting.
    • Built-in bridging switches for 2- or 4-wire operation with no external jumpers to set.
    • Set operating mode with four switches.
    • Converts using either port power or power from an external 120-VAC/12-VDC power supply (sold separately).
    • No external power is required if two RS-232 output handshake lines are available.
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    Model
    Brand Black Box
    Series Async
    Model IC820A
    Part Number IC820A
    Converter Type Async RS232 to RS422/485 Interface Converter
    Performance
    Color Black
    Connection
    Other Connector (1) DB9 (Female); (1) Terminal Block
    Power
    Power Supply Barrel Connection from Power Supply sold separately or Interface
    Specification
    Specification 5 Years Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard)
    Feature
    Feature Transmit data up to 115 kbps or at distancesup to 4000 ft.
    Operates in point to point or multipoint applications
    Operates 2-wire half-duplex or 4-wire half- or full-duplex.
    async (data leads) only.
    Up to 32 RS485 devices can be attached to create a large multi-drop network
    The RS485 driver is automatically enabled during each spacing state on the RS232 side.
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    First Listed on Newegg March 17, 2026

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