The Black Box IC1650A is a rugged asynchronous RS-422/485 isolator and repeater designed to extend serial communication distances while providing electrical isolation. By regenerating and re-transmitting signals, it enhances the reliability of critical data links in industrial automation, SCADA systems, and building management networks.
As a genuine Black Box product, the IC1650A protects equipment from ground loops, surges, and other electrical hazards. It ensures stable network uptime while allowing multiple RS-485 devices to operate reliably over extended distances.
Features :
This RS-422/485 Isolator/Repeater boosts transmission distances and offers full optical isolation between ports. It supports both half-duplex and full-duplex transmissions, ensuring compatibility for various industrial applications. Designed with a compact form factor, it seamlessly mounts inside control cabinets or DIN rail configurations.
Advanced Options :
The IC1650A provides advanced fault tolerance through opto-isolated interfaces, built-in surge protection, and automatic send-data driver control for RS-485 lines. It acts as a repeater to increase multi-drop node counts or extend distances beyond cable limitations, making it ideal for expanding legacy serial networks.
Product Key Features
- Async RS-422/485 serial isolator and repeater
- Optical isolation protects devices from surges and ground loops
- Extends communication distances beyond 4000 ft
- Supports both half- and full-duplex RS-485
- Boosts signal strength and transmission reliability
- Compact, rugged design for industrial deployment
- Backed by Black Box quality
Reliability & Performance :
The Black Box IC1650A is engineered for mission-critical reliability. By providing complete port-to-port isolation and enhanced surge protection, it prevents system malfunctions caused by electrical noise. This repeater improves overall system resilience in factories, plants, and large-scale control networks.
