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# SparkFun Beefy 3 - FTDI Basic Breakout

**Brand:** SparkFun

**URL:** https://littlebirdelectronics.com.au/products/sparkfun-beefy-3-ftdi-basic-breakout

## Pricing

- **Price:** $37.20
- **Stock:** In stock at supplier
- **Local warehouse:** 0 units
- **Supplier (SparkFun):** 112 units
- **SKU:** SF-DEV-13746

## Description

The SparkFun Beefy 3 is an FTDI Basic Breakout board based on the FT231X USB-to-serial IC. Unlike standard FTDI breakouts, it features an AP2112K voltage regulator capable of supplying up to 600mA at 3.3V — enough to power a 3.3V project directly from the board's USB connection. The 6-pin header matches the FTDI cable pinout and works with Arduino Pro, LilyPad, and other 3.3V Arduino-compatible boards. The DTR pin enables auto-reset when uploading sketches, so there is no need to press the reset button manually. TX and RX LEDs provide visual confirmation of serial traffic. Requires a Micro-B USB cable (not included). Key Features FT231X USB-to-Serial – Reliable FTDI-based serial communication 600mA 3.3V Regulator – AP2112K powers 3.3V projects directly from USB DTR Auto-Reset – Automatic Arduino reset on sketch upload TX/RX LEDs – Visual serial traffic indicators FTDI Cable-Compatible Pinout – 6-pin header (BLK/GRN alignment markers) Specifications IC – FTDI FT231X Logic Level – 3.3V Regulator – AP2112K, up to 600mA output Connector – Micro-B USB Header – 6-pin (GND, CTS, VCC, TX, RX, DTR) Package Contents 1× SparkFun Beefy 3 FTDI Basic Breakout Resources Hookup Guide How to Install FTDI Drivers Schematic (PDF) Hardware Design Files (GitHub)

**Product Type:** physical

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