FT245RL-TUBE

Product Overview

• Category: Integrated Circuit (IC)
• Use: USB to parallel FIFO interface
• Characteristics: High-speed, low-power USB 2.0 interface, 8-bit parallel bus, FIFO buffer, flexible data rates
• Package: Tube packaging
• Essence: Efficient and reliable USB to parallel interface solution
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tubes with a specific quantity per tube

Specifications

• Interface: USB 2.0
• Parallel Bus Width: 8-bit
• Buffer: FIFO (First-In-First-Out)
• Data Rates: Flexible, up to 40 Mbps
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V or 5V
• Operating Temperature: -40°C to +85°C
• Package Type: Tube
• Package Quantity: Varies per tube

Detailed Pin Configuration

The FT245RL-TUBE has the following pin configuration:

1. ADBUS0: Data bus bit 0
2. ADBUS1: Data bus bit 1
3. ADBUS2: Data bus bit 2
4. ADBUS3: Data bus bit 3
5. ADBUS4: Data bus bit 4
6. ADBUS5: Data bus bit 5
7. ADBUS6: Data bus bit 6
8. ADBUS7: Data bus bit 7
9. ACBUS0: Control signal bit 0
10. ACBUS1: Control signal bit 1
11. ACBUS2: Control signal bit 2
12. ACBUS3: Control signal bit 3
13. ACBUS4: Control signal bit 4
14. ACBUS5: Control signal bit 5
15. ACBUS6: Control signal bit 6
16. ACBUS7: Control signal bit 7
17. GND: Ground
18. VCCIO: I/O supply voltage
19. VCC: Power supply voltage

Functional Features

• High-speed USB 2.0 interface for fast data transfer
• Supports 8-bit parallel bus for efficient communication
• FIFO buffer ensures smooth data flow and reduces latency
• Flexible data rates up to 40 Mbps for versatile applications
• Compatible with both 3.3V and 5V operating voltages
• Wide operating temperature range for various environments

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Fast and reliable USB to parallel interface solution
• High-speed data transfer capability
• Flexible data rates for different application requirements
• FIFO buffer improves data flow and reduces delays
• Compatible with multiple operating voltages

Disadvantages

• Limited to 8-bit parallel bus width
• Requires additional external components for complete functionality

Working Principles

The FT245RL-TUBE is designed to provide a USB to parallel FIFO interface. It utilizes the USB 2.0 protocol to establish communication between a host device (e.g., computer) and a peripheral device using a parallel bus. The integrated FIFO buffer ensures smooth data transfer by temporarily storing data during transmission.

When connected to a host device via USB, the FT245RL-TUBE appears as a virtual COM port. The parallel bus allows bidirectional data transfer between the host and the peripheral device. The FIFO buffer helps in managing data flow and reducing latency.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The FT245RL-TUBE finds applications in various fields, including:

1. Industrial automation: Used for connecting industrial equipment to computers for data exchange.
2. Test and measurement: Enables communication between test instruments and computers for data analysis.
3. Robotics: Facilitates control and data transfer between robotic systems and computers.
4. Data acquisition: Allows data collection from sensors and other devices for analysis and processing.
5. Embedded systems: Provides a USB interface for embedded systems to communicate with external devices.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. FT232RL-TUBE: USB to UART interface IC in tube packaging.
2. FT2232HL-TUBE: Dual USB to serial/parallel interface IC in tube packaging.
3. FT232H-TUBE: Single-channel USB to serial/parallel interface IC in tube packaging.
4. FT2232D-TUBE: Dual USB to serial/parallel interface IC with enhanced features, in tube packaging.
5. FT245R-TUBE: USB to parallel FIFO interface IC without the RL variant, in tube packaging.

(Note: The above list is not exhaustive and there may be other alternative models available.)

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