FT232RL RS485 USB TO DSUB 15PIN MALE ADAPTER is a USB to RS485 programming cable designed for Siemens S7 CP341 interfaces and X27 devices, connecting a PC to RS485 PLC networks. Built around the FT232RL USB serial IC, this adapter provides a reliable PC to PLC link via a DSUB 15pin male RS485 connection. The 5 meter cable length offers flexible placement between the PC and the PLC or CP341 interface, reducing the need to relocate equipment during programming and debugging. Key benefits Enables direct PC access to RS485 PLC networks through a compact USB adapter DSUB 15pin male RS485 interface for compatibility with S7 CP341 and related X27 interfaces FT232RL chipset provides a stable USB to serial path with broad driver support Long 5 meter cable supports convenient workstation and equipment layouts Simplifies PLC programming, debugging, and maintenance with a single plugandplay solution Key attributes Chipset: FT232RL Interface: USB to RS485 RS485 connector: DSUB 15pin male Cable length: 5 meters Application: PLC programming and PC connection for S7 CP341 interface and X27 devices Compatibility and usage notes Designed to work with standard FTDI USB serial drivers on supported operating systems Suitable for Siemens S7 CP341 interface connections to a PC via RS485 Also applicable for other RS485 devices requiring a DB15 male connection and a USB to serial link Use cases PLC programming and monitoring: connect a PC to a Siemens S7 CP341 interface over RS485 for programming, testing, and diagnostics Onsite maintenance and debugging: use the 5 meter cable length to reach remote CP341/X27 modules without relocating equipment Data logging and diagnostics: establish a stable PC to RS485 link for capturing PLC data and running diagnostics during development or troubleshooting