Delta PLC UC-PRG020-12A
Description
Delta UC-PRG020-12A Programming Cable USB to RS-232
The Delta UC-PRG020-12A is a USB-to-RS-232 programming cable used to connect a PC to compatible Delta industrial automation devices for programming, configuration, monitoring, and communication.
This cable includes a USB Type-A connector on the PC side and RS-232 DB9 + RS-232 mini-DIN connectors on the device side. Delta’s instruction sheet states that it supports plug-and-play and hot swapping, and it does not require an external power supply.
The cable is commonly used with Delta DVP PLC and TP / text panel HMI RS-232 modules. Mouser describes it as a programming cable for DVP/TP RS-232 modules, with DB9 female / 8-pin mini-DIN male connectors to PC, and 2 m cable length.
Key Features
- Delta original programming / communication cable
- USB-to-RS-232 interface
- USB Type-A connector for PC connection
- RS-232 DB9 connector
- RS-232 mini-DIN connector
- Suitable for Delta DVP PLC programming
- Suitable for Delta TP / HMI RS-232 communication
- Plug-and-play installation
- Hot-swapping support
- No external power supply required
- RS-232 communication indicator
- Cable length: 2 m
Technical Specifications
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Delta Electronics |
| Model | UC-PRG020-12A |
| Product Type | Programming Cable / Communication Cable |
| Interface Type | USB to RS-232 |
| PC Side Connector | USB Type-A |
| Device Side Connector 1 | RS-232 DB9 |
| Device Side Connector 2 | RS-232 mini-DIN |
| DigiKey Connector Description | D-Sub 09 pos Female to MiniDIN 8 pos Male |
| Cable Length | 2 m / 6.56 ft |
| RS-232 Baud Rate | 75 to 115200 bps |
| Communication Format | ASCII / RTU |
| USB Compatibility | USB V2.0 |
| Input Voltage | 4.4 V to 5.25 V |
| Maximum Input Current | 50 mA |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C to +55°C |
| Storage Temperature | -25°C to +70°C |
| Operating Humidity | 5% to 95%, no condensation |
| Weight | 118 g |
| Installation | Plug and Play |
| Certification | CE |
| Application | Delta PLC / HMI Programming and RS-232 Communication |
DigiKey confirms the connector description as D-Sub 09 position female to MiniDIN 8 position male and cable length 6.56 ft / 2.00 m. Delta’s instruction sheet confirms RS-232 baud rates, USB V2.0 compatibility, electrical specifications, operating temperature, weight, plug-and-play installation, and CE certification.
Typical Applications
The Delta UC-PRG020-12A Programming Cable is suitable for:
- Delta DVP PLC programming
- Delta TP / text panel HMI communication
- PC-to-PLC RS-232 communication
- PLC configuration and maintenance
- PLC troubleshooting and online monitoring
- Industrial automation service work
- Control panel commissioning
- Replacement cable for Delta PLC maintenance teams
Why Use Delta UC-PRG020-12A?
The UC-PRG020-12A is useful when a computer needs to communicate with Delta devices through RS-232. It provides both DB9 and mini-DIN RS-232 connectors, making it practical for service engineers, automation technicians, panel builders, and maintenance teams working with Delta DVP PLC and TP/HMI systems.
It is especially useful for programming, commissioning, troubleshooting, parameter checking, and connecting old RS-232 Delta devices to modern PCs through USB.