Document No.: FT_000329
FT232BL/BQ USB UART IC Datasheet Version 2.2
Clearance No.: FTDI# 171
5 Devices Characteristics and Ratings
5.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
The absolute maximum ratings for the FT232B devices are as follows. These are in accordance with the
Absolute Maximum Rating System (IEC 60134). Exceeding these may cause permanent damage to the
device.
Parameter
Value
Unit
Storage Temperature
-65 to +150
˚C
192
Floor Life (Out of Bag) At Factory Ambient
(30°C / 60% Relative Humidity)
Hours
(MSL 3 Compliant)
**Note 2
Ambient Temperature (Power Applied)
M.T.B.F. (at 35°C)
0 to +70
˚C
247484
Hours
Years
≈ 28
VCC Supply Voltage
DC Input Voltage – USBDP and USBDM
DC Input Voltage – High Impedance Bidirectional
DC Input Voltage – All Other Inputs
DC Output Current – Outputs
-0.5 to +6.00
-0.5 to +3.8
V
V
-0.5 to + (VCC +0.5)
-0.5 to + (VCC +0.5)
24
V
V
mA
DC Output Current – Low Impedance
24
mA
Bidirectional
Power Dissipation
(VCC = 5.25V)
500
mW
Electrostatic Discharge Voltage
(Human Body Model) (I<1uA)
±3000
±200
V
Latch Up Current
mA
(Vi = +/- 10V maximum, for 10ms)
Table 5.1 Absolute Maximum Ratings
**Note 2 – If devices are stored out of the packaging beyond this time limit the devices should be baked
before use. Refer to JEDEC 033b for baking details.
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