USB module aids connectivity for RS232-based applications

16th February 2009

Future Technology Devices International Limited

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Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) has announced the USB-COM232-PLUS1 module. The first in its family 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 provide a fast, simple way to connect devices with a RS232 level serial UART interface ( 9 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 LEDs which indicate power and gives a visual indication of traffic through the module.

The FT232RQ is a proven, industry standard USB to asynchronous serial interface IC.

Device drivers for all current Microsoft Windows, Mac OS X and Linux operating systems are available for free download from http://www.ftdichip.com/FTDrivers.htm

The USB-COM232-PLUS1 module has a wide range of operating temperature from – 40 ºC to + 85 ºC making it suitable for applications in harsh environments.

Likely applications include industrial machinery such as CNC machines and lathes, 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.