Overview
The STM32F038C6T6 microcontroller, produced by STMicroelectronics, is part of the STM32F038x6 family. It incorporates the high-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 CPU, operating at a frequency of up to 48 MHz. This microcontroller features high-speed embedded memories, including 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM with hardware parity. It also includes a CRC calculation unit and a comprehensive set of power-saving modes, making it suitable for low-power applications.
The device operates within a temperature range of -40 to +105 °C and is powered by a 1.8 V ± 8% supply. It offers an extensive range of enhanced peripherals and I/Os, including standard communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI/I2S, and USART. The microcontroller is available in various packages, ranging from 20 to 48 pins, and is designed for a wide range of applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 CPU, frequency up to 48 MHz |
| Memories | 32 Kbytes of Flash memory, 4 Kbytes of SRAM with HW parity |
| CRC Calculation Unit | Yes |
| Power Management | Digital and I/Os supply: VDD = 1.8 V ± 8%, Analog supply: VDDA = from VDD to 3.6 V |
| Low Power Modes | Sleep, Stop |
| VBAT Supply | For RTC and backup registers |
| Clock Management | 4 to 32 MHz crystal oscillator, 32 kHz oscillator for RTC, Internal 8 MHz RC with x6 PLL option, Internal 40 kHz RC oscillator |
| I/Os | Up to 38 fast I/Os, up to 25 I/Os with 5 V tolerant capability |
| DMA Controller | 5-channel DMA controller |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit, 1.0 μs ADC (up to 10 channels), conversion range: 0 to 3.6 V |
| Timers | Up to 9 timers, including 1 x 32-bit and multiple 16-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | 1 x I2C, 1 x USART, 1 x SPI (18 Mbit/s) with I2S interface multiplexed |
| Serial Wire Debug | Yes |
| Unique ID | 96-bit unique ID |
| Temperature Range | -40 to +105 °C |
Key Features
- High-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 CPU with up to 48 MHz frequency
- 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM with hardware parity
- CRC calculation unit for data integrity
- Comprehensive power management with low power modes (Sleep, Stop) and VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers
- Advanced clock management including crystal oscillators and internal RC oscillators
- Up to 38 fast I/Os and up to 25 I/Os with 5 V tolerant capability
- 5-channel DMA controller for efficient data transfer
- 1 × 12-bit ADC with up to 10 channels and separate analog supply
- Up to 9 timers, including advanced-control timers and watchdog timers
- Calendar RTC with alarm and periodic wakeup from Stop mode
- Standard communication interfaces: I2C, USART, SPI/I2S
- Serial wire debug (SWD) for debugging purposes
- 96-bit unique ID for device identification
- Extended temperature range: -40 to +105 °C
- All packages are ECOPACK®2 compliant
Applications
The STM32F038C6T6 microcontroller is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Application control and user interfaces
- Hand-held equipment
- A/V receivers and digital TV
- PC peripherals, gaming, and GPS platforms
- Industrial applications, PLCs, inverters, printers, scanners
- Alarm systems, video intercoms, and HVACs
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the STM32F038C6T6 microcontroller?
The core processor is the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 CPU, operating at up to 48 MHz frequency.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F038C6T6 have?
The STM32F038C6T6 has 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM with hardware parity.
- What are the power supply requirements for the STM32F038C6T6?
The device operates with a digital and I/Os supply of VDD = 1.8 V ± 8% and an analog supply of VDDA = from VDD to 3.6 V.
- What low power modes are available on the STM32F038C6T6?
The device supports Sleep and Stop low power modes.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F038C6T6?
The device includes I2C, USART, and SPI/I2S communication interfaces.
- Does the STM32F038C6T6 support serial wire debug?
Yes, the device supports serial wire debug (SWD).
- What is the temperature range of the STM32F038C6T6?
The device operates in the temperature range of -40 to +105 °C.
- How many timers does the STM32F038C6T6 have?
The device has up to 9 timers, including 1 x 32-bit and multiple 16-bit timers.
- Does the STM32F038C6T6 have a DMA controller?
Yes, the device includes a 5-channel DMA controller.
- What is the resolution and conversion time of the ADC on the STM32F038C6T6?
The ADC is a 12-bit converter with a conversion time of 1.0 μs and supports up to 10 channels.
