This is an industrial USB to RS485 converter with the original FT232RL and SP485EEN inside. It features embedded protection circuits such as lightning-proof, resettable fuse, ESD protection, and TVS diode, etc. It’s pretty small in size.
The USB TO RS485 is very easy to use, allows automatic transceiving. Due to its fast communication, stability, reliability, and safety, it is an ideal choice for industrial control equipment and/or applications with high communication requirements.
Features:
- USB to RS485 communication.
- Adopt original FT232RL and SP485EEN, fast communicating, stable and reliable, better compatibility.
- Onboard TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor), effectively suppresses surge voltage and transient spike voltage in the circuit, lightning-proof & anti-electrostatic.
- Onboard self-recovery fuse and protection diodes, ensures the current/voltage stable outputs, provides over-current/over-voltage proof, improves shock resistance.
- 3 LEDs for indicating the power and transceiver status.
Package Includes:
- 1 x USB TO RS485
- 1 x USB-A male to female cable
- 1 x Screwdriver
Technical Specifications
| Brand | WAVESHARE |
|---|---|
| Interface / Protocol | RS485, USB |
| SKU | AI1578 |
| Weight | 0.12 kg |
| Availability | In Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter is a versatile usb interface module used across a wide range of applications including serial communication, industrial automation, data logging, PLC interfacing, and IoT gateway.
Common use cases:
- Converting USB to RS485 for industrial equipment
- Building a data logger for factory sensors
- Debugging embedded systems via UART
This product is ideal for embedded system developers and industrial automation engineers.
Technical Tip: Industrial-grade modules with isolation protect against ground loops and voltage spikes in noisy environments.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine WAVESHARE product sourced from authorized channels







Vivek Gill (verified owner) –
Nice Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Works as expected for my power needs. Good efficiency.
Gaurav Kamath –
Average Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Works but efficiency could be better. Adequate for basic projects.
Sahil Bose –
Superb Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter! Efficiency is high and it runs cool even under load.
Arnav Shah (verified owner) –
Very satisfied with this Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Using it in my solar project, charges perfectly.
RAJANDER KUMAR (verified owner) –
top class response & service recieved
Vishal Mukherjee (verified owner) –
Superb Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter! Efficiency is high and it runs cool even under load.
Kabir Hegde (verified owner) –
Great Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Voltage is rock solid under varying loads. Highly recommended.
Bhavna Parekh (verified owner) –
Superb Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter! Efficiency is high and it runs cool even under load.
Lakshmi Luthra (verified owner) –
This Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter is reliable and efficient. Running my IoT setup 24/7 with no issues.
Gaurav Nair (verified owner) –
Perfect Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter for my portable project. Battery life is better than expected.
Simran Sharma (verified owner) –
This Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter performs flawlessly. Voltage regulation is precise and consistent.
Anjali Joshi (verified owner) –
This Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter performs flawlessly. Voltage regulation is precise and consistent.
Sunil Panchal (verified owner) –
Perfect Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter for my portable project. Battery life is better than expected.
Pooja Desai –
Okay Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Output is slightly off from specified but within usable range.
Lokesh Panchal (verified owner) –
Bought multiple units of this Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. All consistent quality. Zbotic is reliable.
Urmi Kulkarni –
Superb Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter! Efficiency is high and it runs cool even under load.
Naman Negi (verified owner) –
Good Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Output is stable. Gets slightly warm under full load but nothing concerning.
Sachin Bose –
Superb Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter! Efficiency is high and it runs cool even under load.
Girish Pillai –
This Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter is reliable and efficient. Running my IoT setup 24/7 with no issues.
Kavya Luthra (verified owner) –
Decent Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Voltage output is accurate. Compact form factor is a plus.
Tanmay Kamath (verified owner) –
Great Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Voltage is rock solid under varying loads. Highly recommended.
Yashwant Singh (verified owner) –
Okay Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Output is slightly off from specified but within usable range.
Rakesh Khurana (verified owner) –
Good quality Waveshare Industrial USB to RS485 Converter. Ripple is low. Suitable for most electronics projects.