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# Industrial 8-Channel Digital Input & Output Module (Modbus RTU)

**Brand:** Waveshare

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/industrial-8-channel-digital-input-output-module-modbus-rtu

## Pricing

- **Price:** $49.25
- **Stock:** In stock
- **Local warehouse:** 1 units
- **Supplier (Waveshare):** 100 units
- **SKU:** WS-26244

## Description

An RS485-controlled industrial I/O module with 8 isolated digital inputs and 8 open-drain digital outputs, communicating via the Modbus RTU protocol. Multiple protection layers — power isolation, magnetic isolation, TVS diode, and resettable fuse — ensure stable and reliable operation in demanding environments. The rail-mount ABS enclosure supports easy installation and stacking for expanded systems. Compatible with Raspberry Pi, Arduino, and STM32 via RS485 CAN HATs or shields. Key Features RS485 Modbus RTU – Configurable addresses (1–255) with cascading support 8 Digital Inputs – 5–36 V, passive/active, NPN/PNP, optocoupler-isolated 8 Digital Outputs – Open-drain with Darlington transistors, up to 500 mA sinking per channel DI/DO Linkage – Input-to-output linking and toggle control via Modbus commands Flash On/Off – Timed output control with built-in flyback diode protection Multi-Layer Protection – Power isolation, magnetic isolation, TVS diode, resettable fuse, and ESD protection LED Indicators – STA (MCU status), TXD, RXD, plus individual input/output status LEDs Rail-Mount Enclosure – Industrial ABS housing, stackable for expansion Specifications Power Supply – 7–36 V DC Communication – RS485 (Modbus RTU) Baud Rate Options – 4 800, 9 600, 19 200, 38 400, 57 600, 115 200, 128 000, 256 000 (default: 9 600, N, 8, 1) Digital Inputs – 8 channels, 5–36 V Digital Outputs – 8 channels, 5–36 V, max 500 mA per channel Address Range – 1–255 Compatibility Raspberry Pi – Via RS485 CAN HAT (Python) STM32 – Via RS485 CAN Shield (C) Arduino – Via RS485 CAN Shield (Arduino IDE) PC – Windows, Mac, Linux, and Android via FTDI-based USB-to-RS485 adaptor Ideal For Industrial automation and process control Smart home relay and actuator control Remote monitoring and data acquisition Multi-node RS485 sensor/actuator networks Resources Waveshare Wiki – Modbus RTU IO 8CH

**Product Type:** physical

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