StarTech.com RS232 Interface Converter 4

StarTech.com Interface Converter, 4 Ports, 921.6 kbps Maximum Baud Rate - ICUSB2324

This Interface converter connects a single USB Type-A host to multiple RS232 serial devices, enabling legacy serial equipment to communicate with modern USB-equipped workstations. Designed for desktop use, it converts USB 2.0 signals into four RS232 channels via a D‑sub connector, providing a Compact solution for integrating serial peripherals into automation, electronics and mechanical setups.

Features and Benefits:

• Supports four serial ports for simultaneous device connectivity
  USB 2.0 host Interface for broad PC compatibility
  Reaches maximum baud rate of 921.6 kbps for fast data transfer
  Desktop form factor for bench-top deployment and easy access
  Complies with CE and RoHS standards for regulatory conformity

Applications

• Ideal for connecting multiple PLCs to a single PC
  Suitable for serial instrument data collection in laboratories
  Used with CNC controllers requiring USB to serial conversion
  Can be used for field device configuration in electrical maintenance
  Suitable for integrating legacy sensors into automation rigs

How is the converter physically connected to a host computer?

It uses a USB Type-A male connector compatible with USB 2.0 ports to Interface with the host system.

What kind of serial connector is available for peripheral connections?

The output is provided through a D‑sub Interface suitable for RS232 devices requiring standard serial cabling.

How many serial devices can be operated simultaneously from one host?

Four independent RS232 channels are provided, allowing four serial peripherals to operate concurrently.

What operating environments is the unit intended for?

The product is intended for desktop environments where a Compact multi‑port USB‑to‑RS232 solution is required.