FT245RL-REEL – USB to Parallel FIFO Interface IC (SMD-28)

Description

The FT245RL-REEL is a high-performance USB to Parallel FIFO (First-In, First-Out) interface IC manufactured by FTDI. It is specifically designed to provide a seamless bridge between a USB host and a parallel bus interface. By handling the complex USB protocol on-chip, this IC allows developers to easily add high-speed USB connectivity to their projects without requiring extensive USB driver or firmware development.

This device features an integrated 1024-byte transmit buffer and a 256-byte receive buffer, ensuring efficient data throughput. The FT245RL incorporates an internal EEPROM for storing device configuration details and includes an internal clock generator, eliminating the need for an external crystal. Operating at 3.3V, it supports 5V tolerant I/O, making it compatible with a wide range of logic levels.

Housed in a compact SSOP-28 SMD package, the FT245RL is ideal for modern designs where space is limited but high-speed, reliable USB-to-parallel data transfer is required. It is an industry-standard component for upgrading legacy parallel port devices to USB and for adding high-speed data transfer capabilities to microcontrollers and FPGA-based systems.

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Features

• Single chip USB to parallel FIFO bidirectional data transfer
• Integrated 1024-byte transmit and 256-byte receive buffers
• Integrated internal EEPROM for device configuration
• Internal clock generator (no external crystal required)
• Supports USB 2.0 Full Speed (12 Mbps)
• Low USB bandwidth consumption
• 3.3V operating voltage with 5V tolerant I/O
• Integrated Power-On-Reset circuit
• Supports bus-powered or self-powered configurations

Benefits

• Simplifies USB-to-Parallel connectivity significantly
• Reduces BOM cost by eliminating external components like crystals and EEPROMs
• High-speed data transfer enhances system performance
• Easy integration into existing parallel port-based designs
• High compatibility with industry-standard FTDI VCP and D2XX drivers
• Robust performance for professional data acquisition and control systems

Applications

• Upgrading Legacy Peripherals to USB
• USB to Parallel Port Adapters
• Industrial Data Acquisition Systems
• FPGA and MCU-based USB Connectivity
• Test and Measurement Equipment
• Barcode Readers and Scanners
• Complex Multi-Channel Data Loggers
• Interfacing with Legacy Parallel Interface Hardware

Package Includes

• 1 x FT245RL-REEL USB to Parallel FIFO Interface IC (SMD-28)

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