FTDI USB to DB9 Male RS232 Cable, 10cm, 250Kbaud
FTDI USB-to-RS232 cable (10cm) with FT231X chip. 250Kbaud, DB9 male, plug & play. Ideal for industrial & legacy serial devices.
The FTDI USB to DB9 Male RS232 Cable (CHIPI-X10) is a versatile and efficient USB to RS232 level full handshake UART cable, designed for seamless communication between USB ports and RS232 devices. It features the FT231X USB to full handshake UART IC and FT3243S RS232 transceiver IC, ensuring reliable data transfer with minimal component usage. This converter is CE and FCC approved, making it one of the simplest and most compliant USB to RS232 solutions available.
Key Features & Benefits
- VCP and D2XX drivers eliminate the need for USB driver development in most scenarios.
- Supports UART interface with configurable data bits (7 or 8), stop bits (1 or 2), and parity (odd, even, mark, space, or none).
- Full hardware handshaking (Xon/Xoff) ensures smooth data flow.
- Utilises 512-byte receive & transmit buffers with buffer smoothing technology for efficient data handling.
- Adjustable receive buffer timeout and low power consumption for optimised performance.
- USB 2.0 full-speed compatible, ensuring fast and reliable data transfer up to 250Kbaud.
- Latch-up free design for enhanced durability.
Applications
- Communications & Networking
- Audio, Imaging, Video & Vision Systems
- Sensing & Instrumentation
- Industrial Automation
- Consumer Electronics
- Wireless & Portable Devices
The cable includes a male DB9 (DE9) connector for RS232 communication and a USB-A plug attached via a 10cm cable. The sleek matt white plastic enclosure protects the internal electronics, making it both durable and aesthetically pleasing. Whether for professional or hobbyist use, the FTDI CHIPI-X10 provides a plug-and-play solution for converting USB to RS232 with ease.
- PC-to-RS232 device communication
- Industrial control systems
- Embedded development
- Test & measurement equipment
- Conversion Type: USB to RS232 Converter
- Baud Rate: 250Kbaud
- Connector Type: DB9 Male (DE9)
- Chip Type: FT231XS + FT3243S RS232 Transceiver
- Cable Length: 10cm
- Buffers: 512B receive & transmit (buffer smoothing tech)
- UART Support: 7/8 data bits, 1/2 stop bits, ODD/EVEN/MARK/SPACE/NO parity
- Power Supply: USB-powered (low operating/suspend current)
- Compliance: CE, FCC approved
Always follow local regulations and product guidance.
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