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td{display:block}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-detail\"\u003e\n  \u003cnav class=\"tespro-inhand-tabs\" aria-label=\"Product detail navigation\"\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#tespro-description\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#tespro-features\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#tespro-specifications\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#tespro-download\"\u003eDownload\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003ca href=\"#tespro-reviews\"\u003eReviews\u003c\/a\u003e\n  \u003c\/nav\u003e\n\n  \u003csection id=\"tespro-description\" class=\"tespro-inhand-section tespro-inhand-section--overview\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tespro-inhand-eyebrow\"\u003eModel TP-485 | RS485 Communication Optical Probe\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"tespro-inhand-title\"\u003eTP-485 Series RS485 Optical Probe for Smart Meter Communication\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"tespro-inhand-lead\"\u003eThe TP-485 Series Optical Probe is designed with an RS485 interface for communication with electric meters and heat meters. It supports multiple meter protocols, high-speed transparent transmission and customizable connectors for utility metering projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-metrics\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTP-485 Series\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterface\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRS485\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaud Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e300-115200 bps\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-metric\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProtection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIP54\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection id=\"tespro-features\" class=\"tespro-inhand-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tespro-inhand-eyebrow\"\u003eProduct Features\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"tespro-inhand-title\"\u003eRS485 Optical Communication for Multi-Protocol Metering\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n    \u003carticle class=\"tespro-inhand-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-feature__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.tespro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Strong-Compatibility_WH_660x372px-4.webp\" alt=\"TP-485 strong compatibility\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eStrong Compatibility\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompatible with many brands and types of meters, TP-485 supports IEC 62056-21, ANSI, ANSI-Type2 and DL\/T-645 protocol variants for broad metering applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n\n    \u003carticle class=\"tespro-inhand-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-feature__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.tespro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Support-Ultra-high-Speed_WH_660x372px-1.webp\" alt=\"TP-485 ultra-high speed\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eUltra-High Speed Communication\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe probe supports communication rates from 300 to 115200 bps and uses transparent transmission mode for easier integration with instruments and meter systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n\n    \u003carticle class=\"tespro-inhand-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-feature__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.tespro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Excellent-Performance-in-Harsh-Environment_WH_660x372px-4.webp\" alt=\"TP-485 harsh environment performance\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExcellent Performance in Harsh Environments\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e100% PC enclosure material, strong magnetic adhesion and a soft durable cable help the probe remain reliable in field operating conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n\n    \u003carticle class=\"tespro-inhand-feature\"\u003e\n      \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-feature__media\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/www.tespro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/Support-Customization_WH_660x372px-1.webp\" alt=\"TP-485 customization\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n      \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustomization Support\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eConnector type, cable length and model options can be customized to fit project requirements, with OEM\/ODM support available for utility deployments.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n    \u003c\/article\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection id=\"tespro-specifications\" class=\"tespro-inhand-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tespro-inhand-eyebrow\"\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"tespro-inhand-title\"\u003eMetering Equipment Technical Data\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003ctable class=\"tespro-inhand-spec-table\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct Model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTP-485 Series\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCommunication Interface\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRS485\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSupported Standards\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIEC 62056-21 \/ ANSI \/ ANSI-Type2 \/ DL\/T-645\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSub-Models\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTP-485-IEC: IEC 62056-21 Mode C and E; TP-485-ANSI-N: ANSI C12.18; TP-485-ANSI-S: ANSI C12.18-2006 Type2; TP-485-IR645: DL\/T-645-97\/07\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaximum Baud Rate\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e57600 bps in normal operation; maximum 115200 bps available\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnector\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAviation plug \/ customized connector\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSensor Light Wavelength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e~900 nm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCable Length\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 m standard; 3 m \/ 4 m \/ 5 m optional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFastening\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStrong magnetic adhesion in accordance with IEC 62056-21\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMagnet Holding Power\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eN40 \/ N52 optional\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eOperating Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e-40 C to +70 C\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOptical port 32 mm diameter \/ L45 x H30 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWeight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e88 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eEnclosure Material\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n      \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProtection Class\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP54\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection class=\"tespro-inhand-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tespro-inhand-eyebrow\"\u003eProduct Case\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"tespro-inhand-title\"\u003eDirect RS485 Optical Connection for Utility Meter Systems\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cp class=\"tespro-inhand-lead\"\u003eTP-485 helps utility teams connect optical meter interfaces to RS485-based platforms without bulky converters or protocol changes. Its native RS485 design supports stable field communication for electric and heat meter projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection id=\"tespro-download\" class=\"tespro-inhand-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tespro-inhand-eyebrow\"\u003eDownload\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"tespro-inhand-title\"\u003eProduct Documents\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-downloads\"\u003e\n      \u003ca class=\"tespro-inhand-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tespro.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/TP-485-DataSheet.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDownload Datasheet\u003c\/a\u003e\n      \u003ca class=\"tespro-inhand-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.tespro.com\/product\/tp-485-optical-inspection-probe\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eOfficial Product Page\u003c\/a\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\n  \u003csection id=\"tespro-reviews\" class=\"tespro-inhand-section\"\u003e\n    \u003cspan class=\"tespro-inhand-eyebrow\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e\n    \u003ch2 class=\"tespro-inhand-title\"\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n    \u003cdiv class=\"tespro-inhand-faq\"\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is TP-485 used for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTP-485 is used for RS485 optical communication with electric meters and heat meters in utility metering systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhich protocols are supported?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe series supports IEC 62056-21, ANSI C12.18, ANSI C12.18-2006 Type2 and DL\/T-645 variants depending on sub-model.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCan the connector be customized?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Aviation plug is available and customized connectors can be supplied for project requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n      \u003carticle\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDo you offer project pricing?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease contact Sales for a discount and project quotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/article\u003e\n    \u003c\/div\u003e\n  \u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Tespro","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44080653631531,"sku":"TP-485","price":0.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0671\/3615\/9787\/files\/tp-485.webp?v=1779381583","url":"https:\/\/tespro.shop\/products\/tp-485-communication-optical-probe","provider":"Tespro Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}