Black Box IC400A 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT5 Extender
The Black Box IC400A is a local unit of a 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT5 extender. It allows you to extend USB connections up to 164 feet (50 meters) over CAT5/5e/6 cabling. This local unit connects to your computer and transmits the USB signal to a remote unit (sold separately).
- Model
- Black Box IC400A
- Calibration
- Available on request
- Price
- $275
- Status
- In stock
- RFQ ref
- IC400A
This unit
The Black Box IC400A-R2 is a 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT5 Extender, local unit, designed to extend USB connections over CATx cabling. This extender facilitates the placement of USB peripherals at a distance from the host computer, overcoming the standard USB cable length limitations.
Technical Specifications * Product Name: Black Box IC400A-R2 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT5 Extender Local Unit
- Manufacturer: Black Box Corporation
- Model Number: IC400A-R2
- Extender Type: USB 2.0 over CATx
- Number of Ports (Local Unit): 1 x USB Type-B, 1 x RJ45
- Number of Ports (Remote Unit): 4 x USB Type-A, 1 x RJ45
- Maximum Extension Range: Up to 328 feet (100 meters) over CAT5e/6/7 UTP cable
- Data Transfer Rate: Up to 480 Mbps (USB 2.0)
- Supported USB Protocols: USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 (control, bulk, interrupt, and isochronous traffic)
- Power (Local Unit): USB-powered from the host computer
- Power (Remote Unit): Supplied by an external 24 VDC adapter (included)
- Power Output (Remote Unit): Up to 600 mA per USB port
Connectivity * Cable Type: CAT5e, CAT6, or CAT7 UTP cable
- Local Unit Connectors: * 1 x USB Type-B (to connect to host computer) * 1 x RJ45 (to connect to remote unit via CATx cable)
- Remote Unit Connectors: * 4 x USB Type-A (for connecting USB peripherals) * 1 x RJ45 (to connect to local unit via CATx cable)
- Daisy-Chain Support: Supports up to 30 USB devices when additional USB hubs are connected to the remote unit
Compatibility * Operating Systems: Windows®, macOS®, Linux®
- USB Device Types: Works with all USB device types
Physical and Environmental * Dimensions (Local Unit): Approximately 3.9 inches H x 3 inches W x 1 inch D (10 cm x 7.6 cm x 7.5 cm)
- Dimensions (Remote Unit): Approximately 3.9 inches H x 3 inches W x 1 inch D (10 cm x 7.6 cm x 7.5 cm)
- Operating Temperature: 32°F to 122°F (0°C to 50°C)
- Operating Humidity: 20% to 80% (non-condensing)
- Storage Humidity: 10% to 90% (non-condensing)
- ESD Protection: 4 kV contact, 8 kV air
- Regulatory Compliance: FCC Class B, IC Class B, CE Class B, RoHS
Features * Plug-and-Play: True plug-and-play capabilities, ready to operate out of the box with no drivers required
- Application Versatility: Suitable for industrial control, KVM extension, digital signage, remote desktop USB connections, security camera and access control, medical device connectivity, and USB web device sharing (printing, scanning, storage)
- Durable Construction: Built for dependable operation with durable housings and ESD protection
Package Contents * Local Extender Module
- Remote Extender Module
- USB Cable (2-meter)
- Power Adapter (24 VDC)
- USB Power Cord Why Choose Aumictech for Black Box IC400A-R2 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT5 Extender Local Unit? At Aumictech, we specialize in supplying high-end USB extension equipment. Whether you need to extend critical USB connections over long distances, integrate USB devices into remote environments, or ensure reliable data transfer for industrial applications, our team ensures the Black Box IC400A-R2 4-Port USB 2.0 CAT5 Extender Local Unit delivers maximum performance for your application.
Black Box IC400A — Repair & Calibration Service
Aumictech offers NIST-traceable calibration and repair for the Black Box IC400A. Calibration covers analog input channel accuracy and offset at all gain settings, analog output accuracy, digital I/O logic threshold verification, sample rate and timing accuracy, and trigger and synchronization bus functional verification. NI CompactRIO and PXI chassis also undergo backplane trigger line integrity check.. All calibrations ship with a NIST-traceable certificate. Turnaround is typically 1–3 business days after receipt.
Common Black Box IC400A faults: power supply failure (cRIO-9073/9074), C-series slot connector wear, PXI chassis fan failure, GPIB interface failure on VXI controllers, BIOS/EEPROM corruption. NI CompactRIO most common faults are power supply failure on older cRIO-9073/9074 chassis and C-series module slot connector wear from repeated hot-swap cycles. PXI chassis fan failure is the most common wear item — chassis fans are field-replaceable. VXI embedded controllers most commonly develop EEPROM corruption and GPIB interface failure.
Black Box IC400A price
This Black Box IC400A is listed at $275. Calibration is available separately from $450. Contact us for volume pricing or if you need multiple units.
Black Box IC400A calibration cost
NIST-traceable calibration for the Black Box IC400A is $450 (standard — pass/fail certificate and calibration sticker) or $650 (full measured data at every test point, reference standards documented, traceability chain included). Calibration for this instrument covers analog input channel accuracy and offset at all gain settings, analog output accuracy, digital I/O logic threshold verification, sample rate and timing accuracy, and trigger and synchronization bus functional verification. NI CompactRIO and PXI chassis also undergo backplane trigger line integrity check.. Turnaround is 1 to 3 business days after receipt. See full calibration details →
