FTDI Economy USB to RS232 Serial Converter Cable 10 cm White

The FTDI Economy USB to RS232 Serial Converter Cable is a USB to RS232 serial converter with a 10 cm USB cable, based on the FT232RL chip. It enables RS232 devices to be connected to a PC through a USB port by creating a virtual COM port.

Overview

The UC232R-10 ChiPi combines the FT232RL chip with an RS232 level converter and minimal additional components. It is powered directly from the USB port and features a standard DB9 connector. FTDI VCP (Virtual COM Port) drivers are included, enabling integration with a PC for communication with RS232 devices. The converter supports baud rates from 300 baud up to 230 kBaud.

Key Features

• FT232RL chip providing single-chip USB to asynchronous serial data transfer
• No USB firmware required, as the entire USB protocol is handled by the chip
• Hardware and X-On/X-Off software handshaking
• Royalty-free VCP and D2XX drivers included
• Powered via USB (VCC) with no external power supply required
• Efficient USB bulk transfer mode with minimal resource usage
• Compatible with UHCI, OHCI, and EHCI host controllers
• Housed in a matte white plastic enclosure

Applications

Ideal for evaluation, prototyping, and industrial applications, the converter is suitable for connecting RS232 devices to a PC. The included 10 cm USB cable supports various setups.

Specifications

• Connector: Standard DB9
• Cable Length: 10 cm
• Colour: White
• Dimensions (W x D x H): 33 x 15 x 43
• Weight: 50 g

The FTDI Economy USB to RS232 Serial Converter Cable is a practical choice when you need a compact USB to RS232 serial connection for PC-based communication with RS232 devices.