USB to RS-232 Cable

A USB to RS-232 cable bridges the gap between modern USB interfaces and legacy RS-232 serial ports. It allows you to connect devices with RS-232 ports to computers or other systems that only have USB ports.

Features

1. Chipset Inside:

   • Common chipsets include FTDI (FT232R), Prolific (PL2303), or CH340.
   • Ensure compatibility with your operating system (Windows, Mac, Linux).

2. Compatibility:

   • Plug-and-play with most modern operating systems.
   • Drivers are usually auto-installed or can be downloaded from the manufacturer's website.

3. Connectors:

   • USB end: Typically USB Type-A or Type-C.
   • RS-232 end: Usually a DB9 male or female connector.

4. Cable Length:

   • Typically ranges from 0.5 meters to 3 meters.

5. Data Speed:

   • Supports standard RS-232 baud rates (up to 115.2 kbps or more depending on the chipset).

6. Power Supply:

   • Powered directly by the USB port, no external power required.

Applications

• Connecting legacy RS-232 devices (e.g., modems, CNC machines, medical equipment, PLCs, or old printers) to modern PCs.
• Debugging or programming microcontrollers and embedded systems.
• Industrial automation.
• Serial communication testing.