Weixiang RS485/CAN HAT - Interface and compatibility - Standard Raspberry Pi 40-pin GPIO header for easy plugging into Raspberry Pi series boards. - Also compatible with Orange Pi and Banana Pi. - RS485 features and performance - RS485 functions controlled over UART with half-duplex communication. - Automatic TX/RX control without programming required. - Onboard SP3485 transceiver for reliable RS485 signaling. - Protection and reliability - Built-in TVS (transient voltage suppressor) to suppress surge and transient spike voltages in the RS485 transceiver circuit. - Provides protection against lightning and static electricity, improving longevity in challenging environments. - Broad compatibility - Supports other motherboards with SPI and UART interfaces. - Sample code is not provided for non-Raspberry Pi boards. - Use scenarios - Industrial data collection: connect RS485 sensors or Modbus devices to a Raspberry Pi for monitoring and logging. - Building management: integrate RS485 lighting controllers or meters into a Pi-based control system. - Remote or field deployments: robust RS485 links with protection for outdoor or harsh environments. - Notes - The board is designed for RS485 communication and is branded as a Weixiang RS485/CAN HAT. Sample code availability is limited to supported platforms.