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FTDI have launched replacements for the industry standard DB9 (DE9) RS232 connectors with their drop-in DB9-USB-RS232 modules.

Conceptually the idea is brilliant yet simple, removing the need to pull together a self-made connectivity bridge and replacing it with a neat, cost-effective module.

Feedback on their use in real applications would be useful.

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Jul 29, 2010 9:03 PM Gregory M. Brettell Gregory M. Brettell    says:

These units would make a nice RoadTest ... I'd definitely like to try one of these out! 

 

It looks like they cost around $27.75 US Dollars ... not a cheap solution -- but could find a use in migrating older boards to newer connectivity (without having to re-design an existing board).

 

Here is the link to the datasheet:  http://www.ftdichip.com/Documents/DataSheets/Modules/DS_DB9-USB-RS232.pdf

 

Gregory