Product description
SparkFun Serial Basic Breakout with CH340C and USB-C is a USB-to-serial adapter module intended for communication and serial debugging between a host computer and microcontroller-based or embedded systems. It uses the CH340C interface to convert between USB and UART serial data and features a USB-C connector. It can supply up to 1.5 A from the USB host for powering external circuitry. The USB interface typically installs drivers automatically on common operating systems without requiring manual driver installation. The pinout follows a standard DTR/RXI/TXO/VCC/CTS/GND configuration, making it compatible with many existing FTDI adapters. The module can be used both as a dedicated serial adapter and as a general-purpose serial interface, for example when debugging modules or sensors. Selectable VCC output and logic level between 3.3 V and 5 V.
Specifications:
- Interface: USB-C to UART serial level
- IC: CH340C USB-to-serial converter
- USB connector: USB-C, supports up to 1.5 A from the USB host
- Logic levels: 3.3 V and 5 V, selectable via solder jumper
- Pinout: DTR, RXI, TXO, VCC, CTS, GND
- Operating systems: Automatic installation on most Windows, macOS, and Linux systems; drivers available if required
- Application: Serial communication and debugging between computer and microcontroller systems
- Function: USB-to-serial signal conversion with standard FTDI-compatible pinout
- USB current from port: up to 1.5 A depending on cable and port
- Compatibility: 5 V and 3.3 V logic levels