FTDI FT232R USB to UART TTL Evaluation Kit

The FTDI FT232R USB to UART TTL Evaluation Kit is a development module offering data transfer rates from 300 baud up to 3 Mbps at TTL/CMOS levels. It provides a bridge between a USB port and UART interfaces for embedded and communications projects.

Overview

The kit features the FT232R IC and supports 5V or 3V TTL levels, selectable via onboard jumpers. Full access to all UART and CBUS pins is provided through I/O headers, making it suitable for prototyping and system integration. The entire USB protocol is handled by the chip, so no USB-specific firmware programming is required.

Key Features

• Single-chip USB to UART serial data transfer
• Entire USB protocol handled on-chip, with no USB-specific firmware required
• UART interface supports 7 or 8 data bits, 1 or 2 stop bits, and odd, even, mark, space or no parity
• Full hardware handshaking and X-On/X-Off software handshaking
• Compatible with bus-powered, self-powered, and high-power bus-powered USB configurations
• Integrated 1024-bit EEPROM for storing USB VID, PID, serial number, and product description strings
• Royalty-free VCP and D2XX drivers from FTDI
• Configurable CBUS I/O pins provide transmit and receive LED drive signals

Physical Details

The compact design plugs into a standard 24-pin, 0.6-inch DIP socket. Dimensions are 3.3 (width), 1.5 (depth) and 4.3 (height), with a product weight of 300 g.

Applications

Suitable for a variety of applications including networking, wireless, portable devices, medical, security, audio, imaging, industrial, and consumer electronics. Choose the FTDI FT232R USB to UART TTL Evaluation Kit when you need a flexible USB to serial UART bridge with configurable voltage levels and full pin access.