Product Overview
The FT230XQ-R from FTDI Chip is a USB 2.0 Full-Speed to UART serial bridge controller in a 16-pin QFN package. The Q denotes QFN package, R denotes tape and reel. With integrated 256-byte TX/RX buffers, 3.3V/1.8V/5V I/O, and CBUS configurable pins, it provides plug-and-play USB serial ports without external EEPROM.
Key Specifications
| Function | USB 2.0 FS to UART bridge |
| USB Speed | 12Mbps (Full-Speed) |
| UART Data Rate | 3Mbps max |
| TX Buffer | 256 bytes |
| RX Buffer | 256 bytes |
| I/O Voltage | 1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V, 5V |
| CBUS Pins | 4 (configurable) |
| EEPROM | Internal (no external required) |
| Supply Voltage | 3.3V (internal LDO from 5V USB) |
| Operating Temp | -40 to +85 C |
| Package | QFN-16 (4.0 x 4.0 mm, EP) |
Features
- USB 2.0 Full-Speed to UART bridge
- 256-byte TX/RX buffers for smooth data flow
- Multi-voltage I/O (1.8V to 5V)
- 4 configurable CBUS pins (LED, power control)
- Integrated EEPROM for VID/PID/customization
- Plug-and-play with FTDI VCP drivers
Applications
- USB-to-serial adapter cables
- Embedded system debug console
- MCU programming interface
- IoT device USB connectivity