USB to UART Bridge - FT232RL

The FT232RL is a popular USB-to-UART bridge IC from FTDI, featuring a built-in EEPROM and oscillator for minimal external component requirements. It comes in a 28-pin SSOP package that can be hand-soldered, making it a versatile choice for adding USB serial communication to custom projects.

Key Features

• Full USB 2.0 Protocol – Complete USB implementation on a single chip
• Built-In Oscillator – No external crystal required
• Internal EEPROM – Stores device ID and product description strings
• Minimal External Components – Only decoupling capacitors needed
• 28-Pin SSOP Package – Hand-solderable surface-mount package
• Cross-Platform Drivers – Royalty-free driver support for Windows, Linux, and macOS

Resources

• FT232R Datasheet (v1.04)
• FTDI Website
• FTDI Drivers
• FTClean Utility – Remove extraneous/old COM ports