Detailed Specifications
Eaton U208-004-IND Tripp Lite 4-Port Industrial USB to Serial Adapter
Overview
The Eaton U208-004-IND, from the Tripp Lite series, is an industrial-grade 4-port USB-to-serial adapter that connects four 9-pin serial devices to a computer or laptop through a USB Type-B interface. It provides four DB9 male serial ports and automatically detects and switches between RS-422 and RS-485 devices.
The adapter uses USB 2.0 with data transfer speeds up to 480 Mbps and supports serial communication up to 921.6 Kbps baud rate. Its galvanized cold-rolled steel housing is designed for industrial environments, while COM-retention and independent DIP-switch configuration simplify deployment of multiple serial devices.
Key Features
- Provides 4 DB9 male serial ports for connecting multiple RS-422/RS-485 devices.
- Uses USB Type-B host connectivity with USB 2.0 support up to 480 Mbps.
- Automatically detects and switches between RS-422 and RS-485 serial devices.
- Supports serial communication up to 921.6 Kbps with 2 kB transmit and receive FIFO per port.
- Rugged galvanized cold-rolled steel housing and USB bus-powered operation support industrial deployments.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|
| Brand | Eaton |
| Series / Brand | Tripp Lite |
| Part Number | U208-004-IND |
| Product Type | Industrial USB-to-Serial Adapter |
| Number of Ports | 4 |
| Host Interface | USB Type-B Female |
| USB Specification | USB 2.0 |
| USB Data Transfer Rate | Up to 480 Mbps |
| Serial Interface | RS-422 / RS-485 |
| Serial Connectors | 4 × DB9 Male |
| Maximum Baud Rate | 921.6 Kbps |
| Maximum Serial Data Transfer | Up to 1 Mbps |
| FIFO | 2 kB Tx / 2 kB Rx per port |
| Power Source | USB bus powered |
| Power Consumption | 4.5 W |
| Driver Required | Yes |
| COM Retention | Yes |
| Port Configuration | Independent DIP switches |
| LED Indicators | Green: RX; Yellow: TX |
| Housing Material | Galvanized cold-rolled steel |
| Housing Color | Black |
| Connector Plating | Nickel |
| Contact Plating | Gold |
| Operating Temperature | 32° to 104°F (0° to 40°C) |
| Storage Temperature | 14° to 131°F (-10° to 55°C) |
| Relative Humidity | 5% to 90%, non-condensing |
| Compatible Operating Systems | Windows, Mac, Linux |
| Compliance | FCC, CE, RoHS, REACH |
| UPC | 037332205988 |
| Warranty | 2-Year Limited Warranty |
