FT4232H-56Q-REEL
| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Base Product Number | FT4232 |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| Standard Package | 3,000 |
| ECCN | EAR99 |
| HTSUS | 8542.39.0001 |
| Series | - |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Package / Case | 56-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Interface | FIFO |
| Mfr | FTDI, Future Technology Devices International Ltd |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C |
| Current - Supply | - |
| Supplier Device Package | 56-VQFN (8x8) |
| Function | Bridge, USB to UART,FIFO |
| Voltage - Supply | 3.3V |
| Protocol | USB |
| Standards | USB 2.0 |
| Package | Tape & Reel (TR) |
| Product Status | Active |
FT4232H-56Q-REEL interface IC USB Bridge
The FT4232H-56Q-REEL from Future Technology Devices International (FTDI) is a high-performance, single-chip Quad Hi-Speed USB to Multipurpose UART/MPSSE (Multi-Protocol Synchronous Serial Engine) interface IC. Housed in a compact 56-pin VQFN (Very-thin Quad Flat No-lead) package with an exposed pad, this device supports USB 2.0 High-Speed (480 Mbps) operation. It features four independent configurable channels, each capable of operating as a standard UART (supporting RS232, RS422, or RS485) or as an MPSSE channel for emulating protocols like JTAG, SPI, I²C, or Bit-Bang mode. The chip includes an integrated 1.8V LDO regulator, PLL for clock generation, and supports flexible I/O voltage levels (1.8V, 2.5V, 3.3V), making it highly adaptable for interfacing with various logic families. With a wide operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C, it is suitable for industrial applications. The "REEL" suffix indicates the component is supplied in tape and reel packaging for automated SMT assembly.
Alternative USB Bridge IC Models
● FT2232H-56Q-REEL (FTDI): A dual-channel version of the same family, offering two independent configurable channels, ideal for applications that do not require the full four-channel capacity of the FT4232H.
● CP2108-B02-GM (Silicon Labs): A quad USB to UART bridge with four independent UART channels, providing a direct multi-port alternative for applications focused primarily on UART communication.
● CH343G (WCH): A high-speed quad UART bridge chip that supports USB 2.0 High-Speed and features four independent UARTs, often used as a cost-competitive alternative in multi-serial port applications.
● PL2303HXD (Prolific): A single-channel USB to UART bridge; multiple units can be used in parallel to achieve multi-port functionality, though this approach is less integrated than a single quad-channel IC.
