TTL-232R-5V
Overview
The TTL-232R-5V is a USB-to-TTL serial UART converter cable that incorporates FTDI FT232RQ IC to handle all USB signaling and protocols. It provides a fast, simple way to connect devices with a 5V TTL level UART interface to USB, appearing as a standard COM port on the host PC.
Why Choose This Part
The cable provides 5V CMOS drive outputs and 5V safe TTL inputs with a high-current VCC output of up to 75mA to power small downstream circuits. It supports fully assisted hardware handshaking (RTS#/CTS#) and features an internal user-writable EEPROM for storing custom USB VID/PID or serial numbers.
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Key Specifications
Getting Started
Installation is plug-and-play using FTDI VCP drivers, which make the cable appear as a virtual COM port in software like PuTTY or Teraterm. The 6-pin 0.1 inch pitch header allows for easy connection to standard breadboards or male pin headers on a PCB.
TTL-232R-5V Family
Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.
| Part Number | Convert To (Adapter End) | Convert From (Adapter End) | Stock |
|---|---|---|---|
| TTL-232R-5V (this part) | PCB | USB - A 2.0 Female | — |
| TTL-232R-5V-WE | Cable, 6 Wire Leads | USB-A (USB TYPE-A).. | 142 |
| TTL-232R-5V-PCB | PCB | USB - A 2.0 Female | 145 |



