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  • Release Date : 2023/01/12 16:56
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Regarding the difference between the RS-485 expansion adapter and the extension board

What is the difference between an RS-485 communication expansion adapter and an extension board?
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The difference is the maximum transmission distance and the presence/absence of insulation (between the communication line and the CPU).
・Expansion Adapter FX5-485ADP
Maximum transmission distance: 1200 m
Photocoupler isolation (between communication line and CPU)
・Expansion Board FX5-485-BD
Maximum transmission distance: 50 m
Non-insulated (between communication line and CPU)
Product Name
FX5-485ADP, FX5-485-BD
Product Category
Network/Communication
Series
MELSEC iQ-F Series

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