Moxa NPort 5150A Serial to Ethernet Converter 1 Port Device Server

Many factories and remote sites still run older machines that talk only through RS-232, RS-422 or RS-485 ports. Those machines cannot join a modern Ethernet network, so data stays stuck on the shop floor and engineers cannot monitor or control them from a central PC. This creates lost time, extra travel and higher maintenance cost. The Moxa NPort 5150A Serial to Ethernet Converter 1 Port Device Server turns a single serial port into a network-ready device, letting you access the equipment from anywhere with a simple Ethernet link.

Moxa NPort 5150A Serial to Ethernet Converter 1 Port Device Server with Moxa

Connect one legacy serial device to your LAN in minutes. This compact server reads the serial data, wraps it in TCP/IP, and sends it over Ethernet. If you cannot see your sensor data on the network, you need a reliable bridge that does not change the data format. Moxa provides that bridge with built-in security, magnetic isolation and a range of configuration tools, so you can keep production moving without rewiring.

Usages

Use the NPort 5150A to link a PLC that only has a RS-485 port to a SCADA system over Ethernet. It works for barcode scanners, RFID readers, or industrial meters that need remote monitoring. Install it on a wall or DIN-rail in a factory, or place it on a desktop in a remote office to collect data from a weather station. The device also serves as an Ethernet modem for legacy printers that must be accessed from a cloud service.

Benefits

• Turn one serial link into a network connection without changing cables.
• Monitor equipment from any PC, tablet or phone on the same LAN.
• Reduce travel time for technicians by enabling remote diagnostics.
• Protect the serial line with 1.5 kV magnetic isolation.
• Secure data with HTTPS, AES-128 encryption and user authentication.

Key Features

• 1 10/100 Base-T Ethernet port (RJ45).
• DB9 male connector supports RS-232, RS-422 and RS-485.
• Baud rates from 50 bps to 921.6 kbps.
• Multiple operation modes: Real COM, TCP server/client, UDP, RFC2217.
• Built-in web console, Telnet, serial console and Windows utility for easy setup.
• Magnetic isolation of 1.5 kV to protect against voltage spikes.
• HTTPS (TLS 1.2), AES-128, SHA-256 and RSA-1024 encryption.
• Local authentication database and HTTPS login.
• Power input 12-48 VDC, 92.4 mA at 12 V, with optional DIN-rail kit.
• Metal housing, 340 g weight, dimensions 75.2 80 22 mm.
• MTBF over 2.2 million hours, UL 60950-1 safety and FCC Class A compliance.

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