This FTDI FT232RL based USB to RS232 / RS485 DSUB 15 PIN DB15 MALE ADAPTER provides a USB bridge to devices with a DB15 RS232 or RS485 interface. Designed for use with DD DRIVE DRVGIII, it uses a FT232RL chipset and comes with a 1.8 meter cable in the RS232 signal configuration. Key benefits Reliable USB to serial conversion: FTDI FT232RL chipset delivers stable USB to RS232/RS485 communication for legacy equipment. Wide compatibility with RS232/RS485 devices: DB15 male connector supports standard 15pin interfaces found on many industrial and legacy devices. Flexible installation: 1.8 meter length reduces the need for nearby USB ports or extra extensions. Easy integration with multiple platforms: Works with FTDI drivers on Windows, macOS, and Linux, enabling quick setup for various systems. Targeted compatibility: Specifically designed to fit DD DRIVE DRVGIII equipment and similar devices requiring a USB to DB15 RS232/RS485 connection. Key attributes Functionality: USB to RS232 / RS485 adapter using FTDI FT232RL chip; DB15 male connector. Compatibility: Designed for DD DRIVE DRVGIII; supports RS232 and RS485 interfaces via a DB15 connector. Size: Length is 1.8 meters (Size: 1.8M). Connector: DSUB 15pin male. Color: RS232 Singal. Interface: USB to serial bridge suitable for devices with RS232/RS485 DB15 ports. Compatibility and applications Designed for use with DD DRIVE DRVGIII hardware and similar equipment requiring a USB to RS232/RS485 DB15 connection. Suitable for linking legacy equipment to modern computers via USB for data transfer, control, or configuration. Useful in lab, testing, and industrial environments to connect RS485 networks or RS232 devices to USB hosts. Use cases Case 1: Connect a legacy RS232 device with a DB15 port to a modern PC via USB for data logging or software configuration. Case 2: Interface a DD DRIVE DRVGIII controller or similar device that exposes a DB15 RS232/RS485 port to a computer for programming or monitoring. Case 3: Set up a portable RS485 network in a workshop or lab, providing USB access to multiple RS485 devices through a single PC. Notes This adapter uses the FT232RL chip and requires appropriate FTDI drivers for the intended operating system (Windows, macOS, Linux). No other specifications beyond the stated features are included; use with compatible RS232/RS485 devices via the DB15 interface.