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Small USB-A module with FT232RL chip, status LEDs, voltage switch and protective shell

Brainwavz

Brainwavz USB to DisplayPort Adapter FT232RL

SKU CH-B1C7-KXD13

Converts USB to serial with FT232RL chip, 300 bps to 3 Mbps, 3.3 V or 5 V selectable, self-recovery fuse and ESD protection, works with Windows 7, 8.1, 10, 11, Mac, Linux, Android, WinCE

  • Product typeUSB to DisplayPort Adapters
  • Connects USB to TTL serial devices via FT232RL chip
  • Communicates at 300 bps to 3 Mbps for debugging
  • Switches between 3.3 V and 5 V output levels
  • Protected by self-recovery fuse and ESD diodes
  • Works with Win 7, 8, 8.1, 10, 11, Mac, Linux, Android, WinCE

Industrial USB to Serial Adapter

The Brainwavz adapter uses an original FT232RL chip to deliver stable UART communication between a computer and TTL-level equipment. It suits engineers, hobbyists and technicians who need reliable serial debugging or programming across Windows 7 through 11, Mac, Linux, Android and WinCE.

Thermals and Power Draw

The module draws power directly from a USB 5 V port and offers a selectable 3.3 V or 5 V output via an onboard switch. Built-in self-recovery fuse, ESD protection and IO protection diodes guard both the adapter and connected hardware during normal operation.

Build and Connectivity

A compact shell houses the circuit with red PWR, TXD and RXD indicators that show link status at a glance. The USB-A plug connects straight to a host without extra cables, while the exposed pins support baud rates from 300 bps up to 3 Mbps for flexible serial interfacing.

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Specifications

Product
Product typeUSB to DisplayPort Adapters

Questions about this item

How do I connect the USB-A plug and set the 3.3 V or 5 V output switch before powering the FT232RL module?

Insert the USB-A connector into the host port, then slide the onboard voltage selector to the required 3.3 V or 5 V position before applying power; the self-recovery fuse and ESD protection guard the interface during connection.

Which on-board protection components may degrade after repeated surge events on the FT232RL adapter?

The self-recovery fuse and IO protection diodes absorb transients; after many large surges their clamping performance can diminish, so inspect the LEDs for erratic behaviour as an early sign.

At what baud rate does the FT232RL chip hit its maximum specified throughput?

The chip supports communication rates from 300 bps up to 3 Mbps; sustained traffic at the upper limit is the first constraint you will encounter.

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