USD 315.24
2-port RS-422/485 serial device server with 10/100BaseT(X) Ethernet, 12-48 VDC input, 0-60°C operating temp, and surge protection.
The Moxa NPort 5230A is a 2-port serial-to-Ethernet device server designed to make RS-422/485 serial devices network-ready instantly. It provides reliable Ethernet connectivity for industrial edge devices, ensuring smooth data transmission in demanding factory automation environments. This compact and rugged device is part of the NPort 5200A Series and features dual DC power inputs and robust surge protection for serial, Ethernet, and power lines.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Operating Temperature | 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) |
| Input Voltage | 12 to 48 VDC |
| Input Current | 119 mA @ 12 VDC |
| Ethernet Ports | 1 x 10/100BaseT(X) (RJ45 connector) |
| Ethernet Isolation Protection | 1.5 kV (magnetic isolation built-in) |
| Serial Ports | 2 (RS-422/485) |
| Serial Connector | 5-pin terminal block |
| Baudrate | 50 bps to 921.6 kbps |
| Housing | Metal |
| Surge Protection | IEC 61000-4-5 compliant (serial, power, Ethernet lines) |
| EMC/EMI/EMS | EN 55032/35, IEC 61000-4-2/3/4/5/6/11, CISPR 32, FCC Part 15B Class A |
| Safety Approvals | EN 62368-1, IEC 62368-1, UL 60950-1 |
| IP Rating | Not specified |
Seamlessly integrates legacy RS-422/485 industrial sensors, PLCs, and HMIs into modern Ethernet-based control systems for centralized monitoring and automation.
Modern control systems often lack direct serial ports, creating a challenge for integrating older industrial equipment. This device bridges the communication gap.
Enables remote monitoring and control of environmental sensors (temperature, humidity, air quality) utilizing RS-485 networks by converting their data for transmission over a building's Ethernet-based Building Management System (BMS).
Collecting data from widely distributed RS-485 environmental sensors and integrating it into a central Ethernet-based BMS for comprehensive building management.
Facilitates the connection of various serial POS peripherals like barcode scanners, payment terminals, and receipt printers to a central POS server or network management system over Ethernet in retail and hospitality sectors.
Integrating multiple serial POS devices into a unified, IP-based network to streamline transactions and improve operational efficiency without requiring dedicated serial ports on the server.
