STM32F101R4T6A - STMicroelectronics
The STM32F101R4T6A microcontroller from STMicroelectronics is part of the STM32F1 series, designed to offer a balance of performance, power efficiency, and peripherals for a wide range of applications. This device is built on the high-performance ARM® Cortex®-M3 32-bit RISC core operating at a frequency of up to 36 MHz. Its robust architecture, enhanced peripherals, and low power consumption make it ideal for a variety of applications including industrial control, medical equipment, and consumer electronics.
Key Features
- Core: ARM® Cortex®-M3 32-bit RISC core operating at a 36 MHz maximum frequency.
- Memory: Comes with 16 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM, providing ample storage for instructions and operational data.
- Debugging: Integrated debug mode supports development, with serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- Performance: Single-cycle multiplication and hardware division, enhancing the processing capability.
- Power Efficiency: Features three low-power modes (Sleep, Stop, and Standby) to optimize power consumption according to the application's needs.
- I/Os: Up to 37 I/O pins, each of which is 5V-tolerant and has high sink/source current capabilities.
- Communication Interfaces: Includes I2C, SPI, and USARTs, which can serve a variety of communication protocols.
- Timers: Advanced-control timer, general-purpose timers, basic timer, and a watchdog timer to manage timing tasks.
- Analog: Offers up to 10-channel 12-bit ADC, ensuring accurate analog signal acquisition.
- Supply Voltage: Can be powered by a supply voltage ranging from 2.0 to 3.6V, suitable for battery-powered and portable applications.
- Package: Available in a 64-pin LQFP package, which provides a compact footprint while allowing for sufficient I/O and peripheral connectivity.
Applications
The STM32F101R4T6A's versatility makes it suitable for a diverse array of applications, including:
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Medical devices and healthcare products
- Consumer electronics such as gaming peripherals and wearables
- Smart home devices and Internet of Things (IoT) applications
- Power management systems
- Embedded systems requiring a rich set of peripherals and a high-performance core
With its combination of performance, power efficiency, and rich peripheral set, the STM32F101R4T6A microcontroller is a compelling choice for designers who require a reliable and flexible MCU for their embedded systems.
