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SmartNode 485, Standalone  

All the benefits of multidrop RS-485 with RS-232 devices.

IC150A

Extended Double Diamond™ Warranty Available
(Three years for two)

Product Highlights

  • Build your own RS-485 industrial LAN with your RS-232 equipment.
  • The 8 KB buffer means no data loss.

  • Description

    SmartNode 485, Standalone


    Quick Facts

  • Build your own RS-485 industrial LAN with your RS-232 equipment.
  • The 8 KB buffer means no data loss.

  • Further Details

    The SmartNode 485 enables you to address an RS-232 printer, terminal, scales, lathe, reader, or other device as an intelligent RS-485 peripheral for use in industrial serial applications.

    The SmartNode 485 responds to address polls, holds information until send time, and even converts data rates and word structures.

    Each port can be set for different speeds and word structures. Two-wire RS-485 support is included with the product.

    Standalone and card versions are available. For the card version, you’ll need a 12-Card Rack (see “Related Products” in the previous screen to order).

    In applications where you require external conversion, add our optional RS-232RS-485/422 Converter Plus (IC108A or IC109A-R3). And if you’re at your distance limit, specify RS-485 Repeaters (IC155A or IC158A).

    This product works with:
  • 12-Card Rack for SmartNode 485 Card (RM010-SN)
  • RS-232 <–> RS485/422 Converter Plus (IC108A, IC109A-R3)
  • RS-485 Repeaters (IC155A, IC158A)
  • Fiber Optic Multipoint Line Driver (ME540A-ST)
  • 9-Pin (DB9 Male) to Modem Cable (DB25 Male) (EHM024-0010)
  • 9-Pin (DB9 Male) to AT® Cable (DB9 Female) (EHM025-0010)
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.

  • Technical Specifications for SmartNode 485, Standalone:

    Leads Supported — RS-232: DTR, DSR, CD, TD, RD, RTS, CTS, GND;
    RS-485: T+, T-, R+, R-
    Operation — RS-232: Half- or full-duplex;
    RS-485: 4-wire half- or full-duplex, 2-wire half-duplex
    Protocol — Async only
    Speed — 45.5 bps to 38.4 kbps
    CE Approval — Yes
    Interface — RS-232 DTE, RS-485
    Connectors — (1) DB9 F, (1) 4-position terminal block
    Power — 115 VAC, 60 Hz (230-VAC, 50-Hz version on request)
    Size — 1.8"H x 5.5"W x 8.5"D (4.6 x 14 x 21.6 cm)
    Weight — 2 lb. (0.9 kg)
    This product works with:
  • 12-Card Rack for SmartNode 485 Card (RM010-SN)
  • RS-232 <–> RS485/422 Converter Plus (IC108A, IC109A-R3)
  • RS-485 Repeaters (IC155A, IC158A)
  • Fiber Optic Multipoint Line Driver (ME540A-ST)
  • 9-Pin (DB9 Male) to Modem Cable (DB25 Male) (EHM024-0010)
  • 9-Pin (DB9 Male) to AT® Cable (DB9 Female) (EHM025-0010)
    Questions? Contact our FREE Tech Support.


    NOTE: Technical specification weight is the unit weight. It is not the packaged shipping weight. For shipping weight, please contact Black Box customer service at 877-877-2269.

  • Resources for SmartNode 485, Standalone:

    Product Data Sheets


    Connect your SmartNode 485, Standalone with:

    Accessory: ME540A-ST

    Fiber Optic Multipoint Line Driver, ST

    Fiber Optic Multipoint Line Driver, ST

    Accessory: IC108A

    RS-232 to RS-485/422 Bidirectional Converter Plus, Standalone

    RS-232 to RS-485/422 Bidirectional Converter Plus, Standalone

    Accessory: EHM024-0010

    9-Pin (DB9 Male) to Modem Cable (DB25 Male), 10-ft. (3.0-m)

    9-Pin (DB9 Male) to Modem Cable (DB25 Male), 10-ft. (3.0-m)

    Accessory: EHM025-0010

    9-Pin (DB9 Male) to AT Cable (DB9 Female), 10-ft. (3.0-m)

    9-Pin (DB9 Male) to AT Cable (DB9 Female), 10-ft. (3.0-m)

    Double Diamond Warranty

    Standard Manufacturer's Warranty


    A One year warranty is included.

    Extended Two years for one Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Two years for oneDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $33.00

    Extended Three years for two Warranty Available


    Protect your purchase with an additional Three years for twoDouble Diamond™ warranty!
    Cost: $65.99

    Diamond

    Double Diamond™ Warranty (Standard)

    Coverage:

    The most complete product warranty exclusively from Black Box

    The Double Diamond™ Warranty is our no-questions-asked warranty that protects your Black Box® brand products* from accidental damage, including drops, water, and power surges.

    Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty. Some products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life! Standard Warranty features are as follows:

    Worry-Free Purchases

    If your new Black Box® brand products are accidentally damaged, you're covered with this no-questions asked warranty. FREE

    Coverage

    Double Diamond™ is the standard warranty that comes with your new Black Box® brand product. Most products come with a one- or two-year warranty.

    Lifetime Guarantees

    Many products, such as copper cables, manual switches, cabinets, and racks, are guaranteed for life.

    Fast Service

    During the warranty period, Black Box® Network Services will repair or replace your damaged equipment within one week of receipt at NO CHARGE!

    Extra Coverage

    Extend your warranty or protect a previously purchased Black Box® brand product* for an additional year for only 10% of the current retail price! And when you do, we give you the second year of extended coverage free! FREE Tech Support Hotline. No cost. No contracts. No kidding!

    No-Risk 45-Day Return Policy

    If it's not right, send it back.
    (Excludes custom built products)

    * Certain products may not be eligible.

    Warranty Compared

    Black Box® Double Diamond™ Warranty The Competition
    Warranty Length One Year to Lifetime, Depending on the Product. Read the fine print.
    Guaranteed for Life! Black Box® Brand Copper Cables, Manual Switches and More! No.
    Accidental Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Water Damage 100% Covered! No.
    Power Surges 100% Covered! No.
    Warranty Replacements No Questions Asked! Forget It.
    Tech Support Hotline 100% FREE! $$$
     

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    Price: $329.95

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    In Stock - orders received before 8PM ET ship same day


    45-day return policy


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