StarTech.com RS232 Interface Converter 8

This Interface converter converts a single USB connection to multiple RS232 serial ports for rack‑installed systems, enabling legacy serial equipment integration within industrial control and instrumentation environments. It mounts in a rack and provides a D‑Sub output to connect up to eight serial devices while interfacing with a host via a USB‑B port.

• Supports up to 921.6 kbps for high‑speed serial communication
• Provides eight RS232 ports to expand serial connectivity
• USB‑B host connector simplifies connection to PC or controller
• Rack‑mountable form factor for organised equipment bays
• D‑Sub output ensures compatibility with standard serial cabling
• Meets CE and FCC standards for electromagnetic conformity

• Suitable for PLC communication in automation cabinets
• Ideal for connecting multiple sensors to an industrial PC
• Used with serial instrumentation in laboratory racks
• Can be used for remote Terminal units in control rooms
• Used for legacy device integration in manufacturing lines

It uses a single USB‑B (4‑pin) female Interface to link the host to the converter.

Up to eight devices can be connected concurrently via a D‑Sub RS232 multiport output.

The unit is designed for desktop or rack mounting, allowing secure installation within standard equipment racks.

It is certified to comply with CE and FCC requirements for electromagnetic and radio‑frequency interference standards.