Overview
The STM32F038C6T7 microcontroller, produced by STMicroelectronics, is part of the STM32F038x6 series. It features the high-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 core, operating at a frequency of up to 48 MHz. This microcontroller is equipped with 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM, along with a CRC calculation unit. It supports a wide range of peripherals and I/Os, making it suitable for various applications requiring low power consumption and high performance.
The device operates within a temperature range of -40 to +105°C and supports multiple power-saving modes, including Sleep and Stop modes. It also includes a VBAT supply for the RTC and backup registers, enhancing its functionality in low-power scenarios.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 CPU, up to 48 MHz |
| Memories | 32 Kbytes of Flash memory, 4 Kbytes of SRAM with HW parity |
| Power Supply | Digital and I/Os supply: VDD = 1.8 V ±8%, Analog supply: VDDA = from VDD to 3.6 V |
| Low Power Modes | Sleep, Stop |
| 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 |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit, 1.0 μs ADC (up to 10 channels), Conversion range: 0 to 3.6V |
| 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 |
| Temperature Range | -40 to +105°C |
| Package | LQFP 48 7x7x1.4 mm |
Key Features
- High-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 core with up to 48 MHz frequency
- 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM with HW parity
- CRC calculation unit and power management with low power modes (Sleep, Stop)
- VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers
- Clock management with various oscillators (crystal, RC, and PLL options)
- Up to 38 fast I/Os and up to 25 I/Os with 5 V tolerant capability
- 5-channel DMA controller and 1 × 12-bit ADC with up to 10 channels
- Up to 9 timers, including advanced-control timers and watchdog timers
- Calendar RTC with alarm and periodic wakeup from Stop mode
- Communication interfaces: I2C, USART, SPI with I2S interface multiplexed
- Serial wire debug (SWD) and 96-bit unique ID
- Extended temperature range: -40 to +105°C and ECOPACK®2 compliant packages
Applications
The STM32F038C6T7 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 HVAC systems
Q & A
- What is the core type of the STM32F038C6T7 microcontroller?
The core type is the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M0 CPU.
- What is the maximum frequency of the STM32F038C6T7?
The maximum frequency is up to 48 MHz.
- How much Flash memory and SRAM does the STM32F038C6T7 have?
The device has 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 4 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What are the power supply specifications for the STM32F038C6T7?
The digital and I/Os supply is VDD = 1.8 V ±8%, and the analog supply is VDDA = from VDD to 3.6 V.
- What low power modes are available on the STM32F038C6T7?
The available low power modes are Sleep and Stop.
- What types of timers are included in the STM32F038C6T7?
The device includes up to 9 timers, including 1 x 32-bit and multiple 16-bit timers.
- What communication interfaces does the STM32F038C6T7 support?
The device supports I2C, USART, and SPI (18 Mbit/s) with I2S interface multiplexed.
- What is the temperature range of the STM32F038C6T7?
The temperature range is -40 to +105°C.
- What package types are available for the STM32F038C6T7?
The device is available in an LQFP 48 7x7x1.4 mm package.
- Is the STM32F038C6T7 RoHS compliant?
- What is the purpose of the VBAT supply in the STM32F038C6T7?
The VBAT supply is for the RTC and backup registers.
