Overview
The CP2102NP1174GM is a Silicon Labs USB-to-UART bridge IC that provides a simple way to add USB connectivity and a virtual COM port to devices with a UART interface. It is intended to let a host PC communicate with embedded systems over USB without requiring the target MCU to implement a USB stack.
Why Choose This Part
A CP2102N-family device offers a compact, single-chip way to add USB host connectivity without developing or running a USB device stack on your MCU. Silicon Labs provides virtual COM port drivers and documentation that simplify host integration, and the chip is commonly available and widely supported in toolchains and reference designs.
Applications
Getting Started
Download CP210x drivers, documentation, and reference schematics from siliconlabs.com and follow the application notes for proper USB and UART signal connections. For evaluation, use a development board or breakout that exposes TX/RX, RTS/DTR if needed, and power from USB; check the vendor examples and driver installation instructions for your host OS.
