Looking for Ft232 Board? Waveshare FT232 USB UART Board (USB-Mini) is available at Zbotic with fast shipping across India.
Product Description
The FT232 USB UART converter Board is a useful device for embedded systems that need a serial communication with a computer. The board can easily connect to a USB bus and show up as a regular COM port
Pin connections of FT232 USB UART Board:
- VCCIO ↔ 3.3V or 5V output (the module is powered from USB, the onboard jumper should be shorted to 3.3V or 5V)
- GND ↔ GND
- TXD ↔ MCU.RX (signal direction: MCU.RX << FT232 << PC.TX)
- RXD ↔ MCU.TX (signal direction: MCU.TX >> FT232 >> PC.RX)
- RTS ↔ MCU.CTS (signal direction: MCU.CTS << FT232 << PC.RTS)
- CTS ↔ MCU.RTS (signal direction: MCU.RTS >> FT232 >> PC.CTS)
This breakout also allows you to connect the TX/RX pins of your favorite microcontroller or serial application to the RX/TX pins of the breakout, creating a simple serial cable replacement.
Features:
- Original FT232RL onboard
- Supports Mac, Linux, Android, WinCE, Windows 7/8/8.1/10…
- 3 power mode: 5V output, 3.3V output, or powered by target board (3.3V-5V)
- 3 LEDs: TXD LED, RXD LED, POWER LED
- TXD, RXD, RTS#, CTS#: connected to the onboard soldered pin headers
- The other Pins: accessible on the drill holes (separate pin headers are also provided for easily connecting to the user system, the pitch is compatible with breadboards)
Specification:
| Operating Voltage (VDC) | 3.3 ~ 5 |
|---|---|
| No. of Pins | 6 |
| Length (mm): | 46 |
| Width (mm) | 19 |
| Height (mm) | 2.5 |
| Weight (g): | 12 |
| Shipping Weight | 0.02 kg |
| Shipping Dimensions | 5 × 2 × 2 cm |
Package Includes:
1 x FT232 USB UART Board (mini)
2 x 5-pin male pin header & 5-pin female pin header x 2
1 x 6-pin custom connector jumper wire
Waveshare FT232 USB UART Board Overview
The Waveshare FT232 USB UART Board (USB-Mini) is a compact USB-to-serial converter based on the original FT232RL chip. It provides a reliable virtual COM port interface for embedded development, firmware programming, and serial communication over a mini-USB connection.
Key Features of Waveshare FT232 USB UART Board
- Original FT232RL USB-UART converter chip for stable data transfer
- Selectable 3.3V or 5V I/O power mode via onboard jumper
- Three status LEDs: TXD, RXD and POWER for instant activity monitoring
- Mini-USB interface for easy connection to PCs, laptops or USB hubs
- Broad OS support: Mac, Linux, Android, WinCE, Windows 7/8/8.1/10
- Genuine product with fast shipping from Zbotic across India
Applications and Use Cases
- Firmware flashing and debugging of microcontrollers like AVR, PIC or ARM
- TTL-level serial communication with Arduino, ESP and STM32 modules
- Accessing the serial console on Raspberry Pi and other SBCs
- Interfacing GPS, GSM or Bluetooth modules via UART
- Serial data logging, protocol analysis and PC-based monitoring
How to Use Waveshare FT232 USB UART Board
Simply connect the board to your computer using a USB-A to Mini-B cable—USB bus power is automatic. Fit the onboard jumper to 3.3V or 5V depending on your target device’s voltage, then hook up GND, TXD to MCU RX, RXD to MCU TX and optional RTS/CTS lines if flow control is needed. Install the FTDI driver on your host OS so the board appears as a COM port (Windows) or /dev/ttyUSBx (Linux/Mac), then open your serial terminal at the desired baud rate.
Why Buy from Zbotic?
- Genuine Products: All items sourced from authorized distributors
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I switch between 3.3V and 5V I/O levels?
Use the onboard jumper: place it on the 3.3V pins for lower-voltage targets or on the 5V pins for devices requiring higher I/O voltage.
Which cable fits the board’s USB interface?
The board uses a standard USB-Mini (Mini-B) port—connect it to your PC’s USB-A port with any USB-A to Mini-B cable.
Do I need to install drivers before use?
Most modern OSes auto-install FTDI drivers when the board is plugged in. If not, download and install the official FTDI driver from the FTDI website to enable COM port recognition.
Technical Specifications
| Brand | WAVESHARE |
|---|---|
| Model | FT232 |
| Interface / Protocol | UART, USB |
| SKU | AI1486 |
| Weight | 0.0169 kg |
| Availability | In Stock |
Applications & Use Cases
The Waveshare FT232 USB UART Board (USB-Mini) is a versatile usb interface module used across a wide range of applications including serial communication, industrial automation, data logging, PLC interfacing, and IoT gateway.
Common use cases:
- Converting USB to RS485 for industrial equipment
- Building a data logger for factory sensors
- Debugging embedded systems via UART
This product is ideal for embedded system developers and industrial automation engineers.
Technical Tip: Industrial-grade modules with isolation protect against ground loops and voltage spikes in noisy environments.
Shipping & Delivery
- Free shipping on orders above ₹999 across India
- Dispatched within 1-3 business days
- Expected delivery: 3-7 business days depending on location
- Secure packaging to ensure safe transit of electronic components
- Genuine WAVESHARE product sourced from authorized channels
