The FT2232C from FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd, is a versatile dual-channel USB to serial UART (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter) or FIFO (First-In, First-Out) interface integrated circuit. This product is designed to make serial communication development easy with its ability to connect a wide range of devices to a USB port.

Key Features

• Dual-Channel Interface: Offers two independent serial interface channels for connecting UART or FIFO interfaces to USB.
• High-Speed USB 2.0: Supports USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps) and High Speed (480 Mbps) operation, ensuring fast data transfer rates.
• Flexible Configuration: Each channel can be independently configured to UART or FIFO mode, allowing for a mix-and-match according to the application's requirements.
• Integrated EEPROM: Comes with onboard EEPROM for storing device descriptors and configurations, making the device easily customizable.
• Driver Support: Extensive driver support for Windows, Mac, Linux, and other platforms, enabling easy integration with various systems.
• Multi-Protocol Synchronous Serial Engine (MPSSE): Provides a simple method of interfacing synchronous serial devices to USB, ideal for JTAG or SPI applications.

Applications

The FT2232C is suitable for a broad range of applications, particularly where dual ports are required for communication. It is commonly used in:

• USB to dual-channel UART or FIFO conversion
• USB interface for microcontroller debugging (JTAG, SPI)
• Flash memory programmers
• Industrial control interfaces
• USB instrumentation

Technical Specifications

The device operates with a single 3.3V supply and I/Os are 5V tolerant. The FT2232C provides two multi-protocol synchronous serial engines (MPSSEs) to simplify synchronous serial protocol (USB to JTAG, I2C, SPI, or bit-bang) design.

Quality and Reliability

FTDI is known for its high-quality products, and the FT2232C is no exception. It is designed for reliability and longevity, ensuring that it can withstand the demands of rigorous industrial environments.