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PC501 – RS232 Communication Cable
IMO PC501 is a USB to RS232 serial adaptor designed to connect compatible IMO industrial controllers and serial programming equipment to USB-equipped computers.
£61.66
Why Choose the IMO PC501 USB to Serial Adaptor?
The IMO PC501 is a USB to RS232 serial adaptor designed to provide serial communications for PCs that do not have a built-in RS232 COM port. Developed as an accessory for IMO industrial automation products, it enables compatible programming cables and controllers to communicate with modern computers through a USB connection.
The PC501 is particularly useful when programming and commissioning IMO i³ Intelligent Control Stations. When used with the appropriate IMO serial programming cable, the adaptor provides the RS232 interface required for programming, configuration and diagnostic communications between the controller and a USB-equipped PC.
The adaptor can also be used with compatible IMO iSmart intelligent relays. For USB programming of supported iSmart controllers, IMO specifies the PC501 for use in conjunction with the SMT-PC03 programming cable, making it a versatile communications accessory for maintaining established IMO automation equipment.
Key Advantages
- Provides a USB to RS232 serial interface for computers without a built-in serial COM port.
- Designed for use with compatible IMO industrial automation equipment.
- Suitable for programming and diagnostics of IMO i³ controllers.
- Can be used with the IMO i3-PC45 serial programming cable.
- Supports compatible IMO iSmart programming applications when used with the SMT-PC03 cable.
- Allows established RS232 programming equipment to be connected to USB-equipped computers.
- Compact adaptor suitable for commissioning, servicing and maintenance engineers.
Key Features
- IMO USB to serial adaptor.
- USB to RS232 conversion.
- Creates a serial COM interface on a compatible PC.
- Designed for industrial controller programming and communications.
- Suitable for compatible IMO i³ Intelligent Control Stations.
- Compatible with the i3-PC45 RS232 programming cable.
- Suitable for compatible iSmart controllers with the SMT-PC03 programming cable.
- Useful for PCs without an integrated RS232 serial port.
- Suitable for programming, configuration and diagnostic applications.
USB Connectivity for Industrial Programming
Industrial controllers have traditionally used RS232 serial communications for programming and diagnostics, while many modern computers no longer provide a dedicated serial port. The IMO PC501 bridges these interfaces by providing USB to RS232 conversion, allowing compatible serial programming equipment to continue to be used with USB-equipped computers.
For IMO i³ controllers, the PC501 can be used with the appropriate serial programming cable to establish communication with the controller. Once connected, the COM port assigned to the adaptor can be selected within the relevant IMO configuration software, allowing engineers to program, configure, monitor and troubleshoot compatible automation equipment.
Typical Applications
- Programming IMO i³ Intelligent Control Stations.
- Connecting IMO serial programming cables to USB-equipped PCs.
- Programming compatible IMO iSmart intelligent relays.
- Industrial automation commissioning.
- PLC and controller diagnostics.
- Machine maintenance and servicing.
- Supporting legacy RS232 automation equipment from modern computers.
- OEM and system-integrator programming applications.
Technical Specifications
| Manufacturer | IMO Precision Controls |
|---|---|
| Model | PC501 |
| Product type | USB to serial adaptor |
| Conversion | USB to RS232 |
| PC interface | USB |
| Serial interface | RS232 |
| Application | Industrial controller programming and communications |
| Compatible controller range | IMO i³ Intelligent Control Stations |
| Compatible i³ programming cable | i3-PC45 |
| Compatible iSmart programming cable | SMT-PC03 |
| Configuration | Assigned as a COM port on the host PC |
| HS Code | 8537109199 |
| Country of Manufacture | Taiwan |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the IMO PC501 used for?
The PC501 is a USB to RS232 adaptor used to provide a serial communications interface for programming and communicating with compatible IMO industrial controllers from a USB-equipped PC.
Can the IMO PC501 be used with i³ controllers?
Yes. IMO specifies the PC501 as a USB to RS232 adaptor for i³ Intelligent Control Stations, allowing computers without a serial COM port to communicate with compatible controllers.
Which programming cable is used with the PC501 for IMO i³ controllers?
The PC501 can be used with the IMO i3-PC45 RS232 serial programming cable to connect compatible i³ controllers to computers that do not have a native RS232 port.
Can the IMO PC501 be used with iSmart intelligent relays?
Yes. For compatible iSmart controllers, IMO specifies the PC501 in conjunction with the SMT-PC03 programming cable when USB programming is required.
How is the IMO PC501 configured on a PC?
The adaptor is assigned a COM port by the host computer. The corresponding COM port is then selected in the appropriate IMO programming or configuration software before communication with the controller is established.
Designed for IMO Industrial Automation Equipment
IMO PC501 USB to serial adaptors provide automation engineers and maintenance professionals with a practical way to connect compatible RS232 programming equipment and IMO industrial controllers to modern USB-equipped computers.
