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8-Port PCI Express Serial Board – RS-232/422/485 with Surge Protection & Isolation

Boost your industrial and commercial serial connectivity with this high-performance 8-port RS-232/422/485 PCI Express x1 serial communication board. Engineered for reliability, speed, and compatibility, it's the perfect solution for interfacing legacy serial devices in modern systems, with built-in surge protection and 2kV isolation for extra safety and durability.

Industrial-Grade Serial Expansion

Designed to meet the demands of industrial automation, point-of-sale systems, and embedded applications, this serial board ensures seamless integration and fast communication through the PCI Express 1.0 interface. Ideal for any application requiring robust RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 multi-port serial connectivity.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Compliant with PCI Express 1.0 standard for optimized throughput and system compatibility.
  • High-speed data transmission up to 921.6 kbps per port ensures timely communication with minimal latency.
  • Equipped with a 128-byte FIFO buffer and advanced software flow control for stable data handling.
  • Supports a wide range of serial communication protocols: RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485.
  • Includes robust surge protection and 2kV optical isolation to safeguard connected devices and data integrity.
  • Available connection options including cables and terminal blocks for flexible deployment.
  • Wide OS support with drivers for Windows, Linux, and UNIX-based systems, enabling seamless cross-platform performance.
  • Built-in LED indicators and powerful management software streamline system diagnostics and port monitoring.

Reliable Serial Connectivity Made Easy

Whether you're upgrading legacy equipment or expanding your industrial PC’s I/O capabilities, this 8-port PCIe serial card is your go-to solution for dependable, easily managed serial communication. Backed by software tools and hardware designed for harsh environments, it delivers long-term performance and peace of mind.

Serial Interface

  • Comm. Controller

    • 16C550C compatible

  • Bus

    • PCI Express 1.0

  • Connector

    • DB78 female

  • FIFO

    • 128 bytes

  • Max. No. of Boards per PC

    • 8

  • No. of Ports

    • 8

  • Serial Standards

    • RS-232
      RS-422
      RS-485

  • Baudrate

    • 50 bps to 921.6 kbps (supports non-standard baudrates)

  • Data Bits

    • 5, 6, 7, 8

  • Stop Bits

    • 1, 1.5, 2

  • Parity

    • None
      Even
      Odd
      Space
      Mark

  • Flow Control

    • None
      RTS/CTS
      XON/XOFF

  • Isolation

    • 2 kV

  • Surge

    • 4 kV
Serial Signals

  • RS-232

    • TxD, RxD, RTS, CTS, DTR, DSR, DCD, GND

  • RS-422

    • Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND

  • RS-485-4w

    • Tx+, Tx-, Rx+, Rx-, GND

  • RS-485-2w

    • Data+, Data-, GND
DIP Switch Configuration

  • Serial Interface

    • RS-232
      RS-422
      RS-485
Serial Software Features

  • Windows Drivers

    • Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000, Windows XP/2003/Vista/2008/7/8/8.1/10/11 (x86/x64), Windows 2008 R2/2012/2012 R2/2016/2019 (x64)/2022, Windows Embedded CE 5.0/6.0, Windows XP Embedded

  • Linux Drivers

    • Linux kernel 5.x
      Linux kernel 4.x
      Linux kernel 3.x
      Linux kernel 2.6.x
      Linux kernel 2.4.x

  • UNIX Drivers

    • Solaris 10
      UnixWare 7
      SCO OpenServer 5
      SCO OpenServer 6

  • Arm®-based Platform Support

    • Linux Kernel 5.x / 4.x
Power Parameters

  • Input Current

    • 2,356 mA @ 3.3 VDC
Physical Characteristics

  • Dimensions

    • 107 x 136.9 mm (4.21 x 5.39 in)

  • Weight

    • 139.7 g (0.31 lb)
LED Interface

  • LED Indicators

    • Built-in Tx, Rx LEDs for each port
Environmental Limits

  • Operating Temperature

    • 0 to 55°C (32 to 131°F)

  • Storage Temperature (package included)

    • -20 to 85°C (-4 to 185°F)

  • Ambient Relative Humidity

    • 5 to 95% (non-condensing)
Standards and Certifications

  • EMC

    • EN 55032/35

  • EMI

    • CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class B

  • EMS

    • IEC 61000-4-2 ESD: Contact: 4 kV; Air: 8 kV
      IEC 61000-4-3 RS: 80 MHz to 1 GHz: 3 V/m
      IEC 61000-4-4 EFT: Power: 1 kV; Signal: 0.5 kV
      IEC 61000-4-5 Surge: Power: 2 kV; Signal: 4 kV
      IEC 61000-4-6 CS: 150 kHz to 80 MHz: 3 V/m; Signal: 3 V/m
      IEC 61000-4-8 PFMF
Declaration

  • Green Product

    • RoHS, CRoHS, WEEE
MTBF

  • Time

    • 390,883 hrs
      221,331 hrs

  • Standards

    • Telcordia (Bellcore) Standard TR/SR
Warranty
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