{"title":"USB/Serial Converter [FT232RL]","handle":"usb-serial-converter-ft232rl","url":"/products/usb-serial-converter-ft232rl","description":"This USB-to-serial converter adds a DB9 RS-232 serial port to your computer via USB. Based on the FTDI FT232RL chip, it delivers true RS-232 voltage levels (approximately ±10V) rather than TTL 5V — ensuring compatibility with older devices like GPS receivers, handheld programmers, and other equipment with DB9 serial ports.\n\nThree built-in LEDs provide at-a-glance status: a power LED confirms the adapter is connected, and RX/TX LEDs help debug your serial connection. FTDI drivers are available for macOS, Linux, and Windows.\n\nKey Features\n\n\nFTDI FT232RL Chip – Reliable performance with rock-solid driver support\n\nTrue RS-232 Levels – Voltage doubler/inverter for ±10V output (not just 0–5V)\n\nDB9 Connector – Standard 9-pin serial port for legacy devices\n\nStatus LEDs – Power, RX, and TX indicators for easy debugging\n\nCross-Platform – Works with macOS, Linux, and Windows\n\n\nIdeal For\n\nConnecting legacy RS-232 devices to modern computers\nGPS receivers, handheld programmers, and industrial equipment\nSerial debugging and communication\n\n\nResources\n\nFTDI VCP Drivers\n","vendor":"Adafruit","product_type":"physical","in_stock":true,"options":[],"variants":[{"id":11856,"title":"Default Title","sku":"AF-18","price":36.82,"on_sale":false,"in_stock":true,"available_quantity":100,"option1":"Default Title"}]}