FT4232HQ-REEL - FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd

Manufacturer Part Number

FT4232HQ-REEL

Manufacturer

Future Technology Devices International

Introduction

High-integration USB 2.0 to UART converter facilitating four UART interfaces.

Product Features and Performance

USB 2.0 compliant

Provides four independent UART channels

Interface speeds of up to 12Mbps

On-chip USB transceiver

Integrated clock circuit – no external crystal required

EEPROM for device ID and configuration storage

FIFO interface mode for sub-channel data transfer

UART signal inversion option

Support for I/O standards 3V to 3.6V

Customizable baud rates

Product Advantages

Reduces required host GPIO count for UART applications

Compact 64-QFN packaging for space-saving

Built-in FIFOs reduce CPU overhead

Key Technical Parameters

Voltage Supply: 3V ~ 3.6V

Current Supply: 70mA

Operating Temperature Range: -40°C ~ 85°C

Quality and Safety Features

Thermal protection

Over-current protection

Compliance with USB-IF standards

Compatibility

Supports various operating systems including Windows, Linux, Mac, Android

Application Areas

USB interface for serial peripherals

Industrial control

Instrumentation equipment

Vehicle diagnostics interfaces

Upgradation of RS-232 legacy devices to USB

Product Lifecycle

Active product status with no current indication of discontinuation

Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product

Multi-port capabilities with four UARTs

High-speed data transfer compatible with various protocols

Ease of development thanks to integrated EEPROM

Low operating power requirements

Extended temperature operation for industrial environments

Availability of extensive documentation and developer resources

Support for advanced UART features including baud rate customization and signal inversion