FTDI introduces USB-COM232-PLUS1 module
Future Technology Devices
USB-COM232-PLUS1 module
Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) has unveiled the USB-COM232-PLUS1 module.
The first in its range of USB-COM-PLUS modules, the USB-COM232-PLUS1 is a USB to single-channel RS232-level serial UART.
The module incorporates FTDI's FT232RQ IC, which handles all the USB-signalling and USB-to-UART protocols.
The modules are claimed to provide a fast and simple way to connect devices with a RS232-level serial UART interface (nine-way standard D-type connector) to USB (type B socket).
Supporting communications with any RS232 device, the module's RS232 port provides full hardware handshaking capability and a data rate of up to 1Mbps.
It also has three light-emitting diodes that indicate power and give a visual indication of traffic through the module.
The FT232RQ is an industry-standard USB to asynchronous serial interface IC.
The USB-COM232-PLUS1 module has a wide range of operating temperatures from -40C to +85C, making it suitable for applications in harsh environments.
Likely applications include industrial machinery such as CNC machines and lathes and retail equipment such as point of sale scanners, printers and other data collection devices.
Other target sectors include medical monitoring devices, sports equipment and many other home automation and person electronic devices.
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