Overview
The STMicroelectronics NUCLEO-F303RE is a versatile development board designed to provide an affordable and flexible platform for prototyping and developing applications with the STM32F303RE microcontroller. This board is part of the STM32 Nucleo family and features an ARM Cortex-M4 CPU with a Floating Point Unit (FPU), capable of operating at up to 72 MHz. The NUCLEO-F303RE integrates an on-board ST-LINK/V2-1 debugger/programmer, eliminating the need for a separate probe. It also includes Arduino Uno V3 and ST Morpho extension pin headers, allowing for easy expansion with various shields and modules.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller | STM32F303RET6 in LQFP64 package |
| CPU | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 with FPU |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 72 MHz |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0 V to 3.6 V |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 80 KB (64 KB + 16 KB) |
| GPIO | 51 GPIOs with external interrupt capability |
| ADC | 4 x 12-bit ADC (40 channels) |
| DAC | 2 x 12-bit DAC |
| Timers | 10 timers (including advanced-control and general-purpose timers) |
| UART/USART | 5 UART/USART |
| SPI/I2S | 4 SPI/I2S |
| I2C | 3 I2C |
| USB | USB 2.0 full-speed with on-chip PHY |
| CAN | 1 CAN interface |
| RTC | Real-Time Clock |
| Debugger/Programmer | On-board ST-LINK/V2-1 with SWD connector |
Key Features
- Microcontroller: STM32F303RET6 with ARM Cortex-M4 CPU and FPU, operating at up to 72 MHz.
- Memory: 512 KB Flash and 80 KB SRAM.
- Peripherals: Includes multiple timers, ADCs, DACs, UARTs, SPIs, I2Cs, USB, CAN, and RTC.
- Connectivity: Arduino Uno V3 and ST Morpho extension pin headers for easy expansion.
- Debugger/Programmer: Integrated ST-LINK/V2-1 debugger/programmer with SWD connector.
- Power Supply: Flexible power supply options including USB VBUS, 3.3 V, 5 V, and 7 - 12 V external sources.
- User Interface: One user LED and two push-buttons (USER and RESET).
Applications
The NUCLEO-F303RE is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its rich set of peripherals and connectivity options. Some common applications include:
- Industrial Control: Used in industrial automation and control systems.
- Motor Drives: Suitable for motor control and drive systems.
- Medical Equipment: Used in medical device development due to its precision and reliability.
- IoT Applications: Ideal for Internet of Things projects requiring advanced peripherals and connectivity.
Q & A
- What is the microcontroller used in the NUCLEO-F303RE?
The NUCLEO-F303RE uses the STM32F303RET6 microcontroller, which is based on the ARM Cortex-M4 CPU with an FPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the NUCLEO-F303RE?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 72 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the NUCLEO-F303RE have?
The board has 512 KB of Flash memory and 80 KB of SRAM.
- What types of connectors are available on the NUCLEO-F303RE?
The board features Arduino Uno V3 and ST Morpho extension pin headers.
- Does the NUCLEO-F303RE have an on-board debugger/programmer?
Yes, it includes an on-board ST-LINK/V2-1 debugger/programmer with an SWD connector.
- What are the power supply options for the NUCLEO-F303RE?
The board can be powered via USB VBUS, 3.3 V, 5 V, or 7 - 12 V external sources.
- What user interface elements are available on the NUCLEO-F303RE?
The board includes one user LED and two push-buttons (USER and RESET).
- Can the NUCLEO-F303RE be used with Arduino shields?
Yes, it is compatible with Arduino Uno V3 shields.
- What are some common applications of the NUCLEO-F303RE?
Common applications include industrial control, motor drives, medical equipment, and IoT projects.
- How can the NUCLEO-F303RE be programmed?
The board can be programmed using the on-board ST-LINK/V2-1, OpenOCD, or JLink.
