Overview
The STM32F100VCT6B is a microcontroller from the STM32F100xx value line family, produced by STMicroelectronics. It features the high-performance Arm® Cortex®-M3 32-bit RISC core, operating at a maximum frequency of 24 MHz. This microcontroller is equipped with high-speed embedded memories, including up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 32 Kbytes of SRAM. The device also includes a flexible static memory controller (FSMC) and an extensive range of enhanced peripherals and I/Os connected to two APB buses.
The STM32F100VCT6B operates within a temperature range of –40 to +85 °C and –40 to +105 °C, with a power supply range of 2.0 to 3.6 V. It offers various power-saving modes, making it suitable for low-power applications. The microcontroller is available in different packages, including the LQFP 100 package, which is 14x14x1.4 mm in size.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 24 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Flash Memory | 256 to 512 Kbytes |
| SRAM | 24 to 32 Kbytes |
| Memory Controller | Flexible static memory controller with 4 Chip Selects (supports SRAM, PSRAM, and NOR memories) |
| LCD Interface | LCD parallel interface, 8080/6800 modes |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Temperature Range | –40 to +85 °C and –40 to +105 °C |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit, 1.2 μs A/D converter (up to 16 channels) |
| DAC | 2 × 12-bit D/A converters |
| Timers | Up to 16 timers, including advanced-control timers and watchdog timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to two I2C, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, and CEC interface |
| I/O Ports | Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant |
| Package | LQFP 100 14x14x1.4 mm |
Key Features
- Core and Performance: Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU with a maximum frequency of 24 MHz and 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) performance.
- Memories: 256 to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and 24 to 32 Kbytes of SRAM.
- Memory Controller: Flexible static memory controller with 4 Chip Selects, supporting SRAM, PSRAM, and NOR memories.
- LCD Interface: LCD parallel interface, 8080/6800 modes.
- Power Management: 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os, with power-saving modes (Sleep, Stop, and Standby).
- ADC and DAC: 1 × 12-bit, 1.2 μs A/D converter (up to 16 channels) and 2 × 12-bit D/A converters.
- Timers: Up to 16 timers, including advanced-control timers and watchdog timers.
- Communication Interfaces: Up to two I2C, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, and CEC interface.
- I/O Ports: Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant.
- Debugging: Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interface.
- DMA: 12-channel DMA controller supporting timers, ADC, SPIs, I2Cs, USARTs, and DACs.
Applications
The STM32F100VCT6B is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its comprehensive set of features and peripherals. Some of the key application areas include:
- Motor Drives: Advanced motor control capabilities make it ideal for motor drive applications.
- Application Control: Suitable for various control applications requiring high performance and low power consumption.
- Medical and Handheld Equipment: Used in medical devices and handheld equipment due to its reliability and low power modes.
- PC and Gaming Peripherals: Can be used in PC peripherals and gaming devices requiring high-speed interfaces and low latency.
- GPS Platforms: Suitable for GPS-based applications due to its robust communication interfaces.
- Industrial Applications: Used in PLCs, inverters, printers, scanners, alarm systems, video intercoms, and HVAC systems.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F100VCT6B?
The STM32F100VCT6B features the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum frequency of the STM32F100VCT6B?
The maximum frequency is 24 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F100VCT6B have?
It has 256 to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and 24 to 32 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What types of memory does the flexible static memory controller support?
The flexible static memory controller supports SRAM, PSRAM, and NOR memories.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32F100VCT6B?
The operating temperature range is –40 to +85 °C and –40 to +105 °C.
- What power-saving modes does the STM32F100VCT6B offer?
The device offers Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes.
- How many communication interfaces does the STM32F100VCT6B support?
It supports up to two I2C, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, and a CEC interface.
- What is the resolution of the ADC and DAC in the STM32F100VCT6B?
The ADC is a 12-bit, 1.2 μs A/D converter, and there are two 12-bit D/A converters.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F100VCT6B have?
It has up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant.
- What debugging interfaces are available on the STM32F100VCT6B?
The device features serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- What is the package type and size of the STM32F100VCT6B?
The package type is LQFP 100, and it measures 14x14x1.4 mm.
