DIYables USB to RS232 Converter - High-Speed Serial Communication RS232 to USB Adapter with FT232 Chip
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Quick Overview
This DIYables USB to RS232 converter (2-pack) features the trusted FTDI FT232 chipset for reliable high-speed serial communication between modern USB ports and legacy RS232 devices. The converter is perfect for connecting barcode scanners, PLCs, modems, CNC machines, GPS modules, and other serial-based equipment to computers without native serial ports.
The adapter provides plug-and-play functionality with automatic driver detection on Windows, macOS, and Linux systems, making it ideal for industrial automation, development, testing, and legacy device integration. The compact design with DB9 male connector ensures easy connection to standard RS232 serial ports.
Ideal for updating legacy equipment, industrial control systems, PLC programming, CNC machine control, barcode scanner integration, GPS data logging, modem connectivity, serial device debugging, automation testing, and any application requiring reliable RS232 to USB conversion with professional-grade FT232 chipset performance.
Key Features
- 2-Pack Included — Two USB to RS232 converters for backup, multitasking, or multiple device use
- FTDI FT232 Chipset — Trusted FT232 chip for reliable and high-speed data transfer
- RS232 Serial Conversion — Connects legacy RS232 devices to modern USB ports seamlessly
- DB9 Male Connector — Standard 9-pin serial port connector for wide device compatibility
- High-Speed Data Transfer — Supports fast and stable serial communication
- Plug and Play — Auto driver detection on most Windows, macOS, and Linux systems
- Cross-Platform Support — Compatible with Windows, macOS, and Linux operating systems
- Industrial Equipment Compatible — Works with PLCs, CNC machines, industrial controllers
- Barcode Scanner Ready — Perfect for connecting serial barcode scanners
- Legacy Device Support — Enables modern computers to communicate with older serial equipment
- Compact Design — Portable and easy to integrate into existing setups
- Reliable Performance — Professional-grade chipset for consistent serial communication
- Wide Application Range — Suitable for automation, testing, development, and industrial use
SPECIFICATION
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Product Type | USB to RS232 Converter |
| Chipset | FTDI FT232 |
| Package Quantity | 2 converters |
| USB Interface | USB Type-A male |
| Serial Interface | RS232 DB9 male (9-pin) |
| Data Transfer Speed | High-speed serial communication |
| Driver Support | Auto-detection on Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Operating Systems | Windows, macOS, Linux |
| Power Supply | USB bus-powered (no external power needed) |
| Connector Type | DB9 male (9-pin D-sub connector) |
| Cable Length | Integrated compact design |
| Compatible Devices | Barcode scanners, PLCs, modems, CNC machines, GPS modules, serial devices |
| Applications | Industrial automation, legacy device integration, development, testing |
| Ideal For | PLC programming, CNC control, barcode scanning, serial debugging, automation |
COMPATIBLE HARDWARE
- Legacy RS232 serial devices — Standard DB9 serial port devices
- Barcode scanners with RS232 — Serial barcode reader integration
- PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) — Industrial control programming and monitoring
- CNC machines with serial port — Computer numerical control machine interfacing
- GPS modules with RS232 — GPS data logging and navigation systems
- Industrial modems — Serial modem connectivity
- Serial printers — Legacy printer connections
- Point of Sale (POS) systems — Serial POS device integration
- Industrial sensors with RS232 — Serial sensor data acquisition
- Test and measurement equipment — Serial instrument control
- Embedded systems development — Serial debugging and programming
- Windows computers — Full driver support for all Windows versions
- MacOS systems — Compatible with Mac computers
- Linux systems — Linux driver support for serial communication
- Any device with USB port — Universal USB host compatibility
- Any device with DB9 RS232 port — Standard 9-pin serial devices
