---
product_id: 201620866
title: "USB to RS485 Converter with Protection Circuits, Compatible with TVs"
brand: "waveshare"
price: "KD 8.91"
currency: KWD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Waveshare"
url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/201620866-usb-to-rs485-converter-with-protection-circuits-compatible-with-tvs
store_origin: KW
region: Kuwait
---

# Lightning & surge protection Original FT232RL chipset Automatic transceiving USB to RS485 Converter with Protection Circuits, Compatible with TVs

**Brand:** waveshare
**Price:** KD 8.91
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ⚡ Stay connected, protected, and ahead of the curve with Waveshare’s USB to RS485 converter!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** USB to RS485 Converter with Protection Circuits, Compatible with TVs by waveshare
- **How much does it cost?** KD 8.91 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/201620866-usb-to-rs485-converter-with-protection-circuits-compatible-with-tvs)

## Best For

- waveshare enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted waveshare brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Compact powerhouse:** Small form factor fits effortlessly into any workspace without clutter.
- • **Plug & Play simplicity:** Seamlessly connects via USB with automatic transceiving—no complex setup needed.
- • **Real-time status indicators:** Triple LEDs keep you informed of power and data transmission status at a glance.
- • **Industrial-grade reliability:** Built-in TVS diode and resettable fuse shield your devices from voltage spikes and electrostatic shocks.
- • **High-speed stable communication:** Original FT232RL chipset ensures fast, stable, and compatible data transfer for critical applications.

## Overview

The Waveshare USB to RS485 Converter combines industrial-grade protection circuits—including lightningproof, resettable fuse, ESD protection, and TVS diode—with a compact design and original FT232RL chipset. It offers fast, stable, and automatic USB to RS485 communication, making it ideal for high-demand industrial control and networking applications, all while providing real-time LED status indicators for effortless monitoring.

## Description

desertcart.com: Waveshare USB to RS485 Converter with Protection Circuits, Compatible with TVs : Electronics

Review: Replaces more expensive interface from manufacturer - Was able to connect to ALC lgr and change IP address for network communication. Works well with Putty software once you setup the software parameters.
Review: Nice product.. it worked great with my waveshare touchscreen - Great company.. used this in conjunction with different sized touchscreens i ordered.. Worked as described.. company has customer support.

## Features

- This is an industrial USB to RS485 converter with original FT232RL And SP485EEN inside. It features embedded protection circuits such as lllgthningproof, 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 equipments and/or applications with high communication requirement.
- USB to RS485 communication Adopt original FT232RL, fast communicating, stable and reliable, better compatibility
- Onboard TVS (Transient Voltage Suppressor), effectively suppress surge voltage and transient spike voltage in the circuit 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

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B081NBCJRS |
| Best Sellers Rank | #37 in Serial Adapters |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (349) |
| Date First Available | November 18, 2019 |
| Item Weight | 0.352 ounces |
| Item model number | USB TO RS485 |
| Manufacturer | Waveshare |
| Package Dimensions | 4.13 x 3.23 x 0.98 inches |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** waveshare
- **Color:** USB TO RS485
- **Compatible Devices:** Television
- **Connector Type:** USB Type A
- **Specific Uses For Product:** Industrial Control Equipments, Personal computer, Laptop

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Can i use a pair of these to extend a usb device over existing rs-485 infrastructure?  are they bidirectional? (usb <-> rs-485)**
A: It is bidirectional, RS485 supports multiple cascades, and only one device can be connected to the USB side.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Replaces more expensive interface from manufacturer
*by S***R on December 30, 2025*

Was able to connect to ALC lgr and change IP address for network communication. Works well with Putty software once you setup the software parameters.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice product.. it worked great with my waveshare touchscreen
*by D***N on July 14, 2025*

Great company.. used this in conjunction with different sized touchscreens i ordered.. Worked as described.. company has customer support.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works great with a laptop and communicating with Ardruino boards.
*by K***H on August 10, 2025*

Bought this for my teenage son's high school project where his laptop needed to talk to a bunch of Ardruino boards that had RS485 install on them. Worked great and even found Python software libraries that worked.

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*Last updated: 2026-02-07*