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USB - RS232/RS485/UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817

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Converter enabling communication between the USB interface and RS232, RS485 or UART (TTL) . It is based on the FT232RL system, ensuring reliable and fast operation. Equipped with protection circuits and a durable aluminum housing, making it ideal for use in industrial equipment requiring durability and high-quality communications.

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Product description: USB - RS232 / RS485 / UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817

This industrial converter provides easy communication between the USB interface and the RS232, RS485 or UART (TTL) standards. It is equipped with the FT232RL chip, ensuring fast, stable and reliable communication as well as better compatibility. It has built-in protection circuits such as power supply isolation, ADI magnetic isolation and TVS (transient voltage suppressor). The aluminum housing ensures sturdiness and durability, ideal for demanding industrial environments.

The manufacturer has prepared a detailed user guide that will make working with the converter easier.

USB - RS232 / RS485 / UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817

USB - RS232 / RS485 / UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817.

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USB - RS232 / RS485 / UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817

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Special features of the converter

  • Supported interfaces: USB to RS232, USB to RS485, USB to TTL (UART).
  • Fast and stable communication: the converter is based on the FT232RL system.
  • Power and Signal Isolation: Built-in power isolation ensures stable voltage, and ADI magnetic isolation offers high reliability and low power consumption.
  • Built-in TVS: effectively suppresses voltage surges and surges, protecting against lightning and electrostatic discharges.
  • Self-recovery fuse and protection diodes: ensure stable current/voltage outputs, protecting against overloads and overvoltages.
  • Automatic transmit and receive circuit: ensures fast and stable communication without interference between the USB port and other interfaces.
  • TTL Voltage Converter: The switch allows you to set the voltage level to 3.3V / 5V.
  • Durable housing: made of aluminum, resistant to mechanical damage.
  • LED Indicators: Three LEDs indicate power status and data transmission and reception status.

Technical specifications of the converter

  • Device type: optically isolated industrial converter
  • Transmission rate: from 300 bps to 921600 bps
  • Host port: USB
  • Device port: RS485, RS232, TTL
  • USB:
    • Voltage: 5V
    • Connector: USB type B
    • Protection: 200 mA fuse, isolated output
    • Transmission distance: up to 5 m
  • RS485/RS422:
    • Connector: screw (A+, B-, GDN)
    • Direction control: automatic hardware control
    • Protection: 600 W against lightning and surges, 15 kV ESD protection
    • Transmission distance: up to 1200 m
    • Transmission mode: point-to-multipoint, up to 32 nodes, it is recommended to use repeaters for 16 or more nodes
  • RS232:
    • Connector: DR9 male
    • Protection: TVS diode, surge protection, ESD protection
    • Transmission distance: up to 15 m
    • Transmission mode: point-to-point
  • TTL (UART):
    • Voltage: 3.3V/5V
    • Connector: screw (TXD, RXD, GND)
    • Protection: protection diode, surge resistant, shock resistant
    • Transmission mode: point-to-point
  • LED indicators:
    • PWR: red power indicator
    • TXD: green TX indicator
    • RXD: Blue RX indicator
  • Operating temperature: from -15ºC to 70ºC
  • Operating humidity: from 5% RH to 95% RH
  • Operating System: Windows 10/8.1/8/7/XP
  • Dimensions: 86.5 x 71.6 x 27.4 mm

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  • USB - RS232 / RS485 / UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817
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USB - RS232 / RS485 / UART(TTL) converter - FT232RL - Waveshare 15817

The converter ensures communication between the USB interface and the RS232, RS485 or UART (TTL) standards.

Name Value
Converter - chip FT232RL
Converter - Socket USB B
Converter - Interface RS232/RS485
Width 16 cm
Height 11 cm
Depth 3.3 cm
Weight 0.222 kg

Delivery method Delivery time Cost
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If the product turns out to be faulty, you can make a claim under the guarantee or the statutory warranty. We handle claims without delay, at the latest within 14 working days of receiving the report together with the goods.

Adam 02.02.2026

Question: Does this product work with Windows 11?

Answer: Yes, it is compatible.

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Country of origin China
Manufacturer contact details Seeed Technology Co.,Ltd. Tower B 1/F, Shanshui Building, NanshanYungu Innovation Industry Park, Liuxian Ave. No. 1183 CN 518055 Shenzhen [email protected]
EU market introducer contact details BOTLAND B. DERKACZ SP. K. Gola 25A - 63-640 Bralin
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