StarTech.com RS232EXTC1 network extender Network receiver Silver

StarTech RS232 Serial over Cat5 Extender, 1 km (3300 ft) Range, Plug & Play, No Software, DB9 Serial Extension - TAA

Key Features

• Extend RS232 over Cat 5: Connect serial equipment far beyond standard cable limits using Cat5 or better; Ideal for secure, remote setups in IT-managed environments
• No Drivers or Software Required: Enjoy a true plug-and-play experience with a pure hardware design that needs no drivers or setup software; For fast installs and low-maintenance deployments
• Support critical applications: Maintain consistent, standards-based data transmission in environments like CNC control, medical monitoring, POS systems, and industrial automation
• Reliable Full-duplex Communication: Supports full-duplex RS232 data transmission with engineering-grade reliability and compatibility across both legacy systems and modern infrastructure
• The IT Pro's Choice: Designed for reliability in edge and on-prem deployments, our solutions are lab-tested and field-proven for seamless integration and maximum uptime; Backed by free lifetime 24/5 multi-lingual technical assistance

Description

Extend an RS232 serial connection up to 1000 meters (3300 feet) using Cat 5 cabling

The RS232EXTC1 Serial over Cat 5 Extender allows you to increase the distance of your RS232 Serial connection by up to 1000 meters (3300 feet), giving you the ability to connect serial peripheral devices up to a kilometer away from your system - an incredible 65x greater than normal RS232 serial cable length restrictions would permit. The Extender is a cost-effective serial extension solution and completely hardware-based, eliminating the need to install additional software, allowing for a completely plug and play installation. The hardware can be setup in minutes, using existing or new Cat 5 or better Ethernet cabling. Perfect for use in industrial monitoring and control, POS, security, medical, and traffic flow applications, the RS232 Serial over Cat 5 extender maintains the RS232 standard with support for data transfer rates of up to 230 Kbps. Backed by a StarTech.com 2-year warranty and free lifetime technical support.

Specifications

Performance
Type	Network receiver
Maximum transfer distance	39370.1" (1000 m)
Cable types supported	Cat5
Network
Cabling technology	10/100Base-T(X)
Ports & interfaces
Ethernet LAN (RJ-45) ports	2
Design
Product colour	Silver
Power
Input current	0.055 A
Output voltage	9 V
Operational conditions
Operating temperature (T-T)	0 - 70 °C
Storage temperature (T-T)	0 - 85 °C
Operating relative humidity (H-H)	0 - 95%
Weight & dimensions
Width	1.34" (34 mm)
Depth	3.62" (92 mm)
Height	0.866" (22 mm)
Weight	2.29 oz (65 g)
Packaging data
Package width	5.67" (144 mm)
Package depth	12.4" (316 mm)
Package height	2.28" (58 mm)
Technical details
Type	Network receiver
Maximum transfer distance	39370.1" (1000 m)
Cable types supported	Cat5
Compliance certificates	RoHS
Colour
Product colour	Silver
Certificates
Compliance certificates	RoHS
Logistics data
Master (outer) case width	13" (330 mm)
Master (outer) case length	13.1" (334 mm)
Master (outer) case height	12.5" (318 mm)
Products per master (outer) case	10 pc(s)