Overview
The STM32F100ZCT6B is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F100xx value line family. It features the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU, operating at a maximum frequency of 24 MHz and delivering 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) performance. This microcontroller is equipped with 256 to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and 24 to 32 Kbytes of SRAM. It also includes a flexible static memory controller and an LCD parallel interface. The device operates within a temperature range of –40 to +85 °C and –40 to +105 °C, and it supports a 2.0 to 3.6 V power supply. The STM32F100ZCT6B is designed for low-power applications with sleep, stop, and standby modes, and it includes various peripherals and communication interfaces, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
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) |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
| 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 and basic timers) |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to two I2C, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, and CEC I/F |
| I/O Ports | Up to 112 fast I/O ports |
| Package | LQFP 144 20x20x1.4 mm |
Key Features
- Single-cycle multiplication and hardware division
- LCD parallel interface, 8080/6800 modes
- Clock, reset, and supply management with POR, PDR, and programmable voltage detector (PVD)
- Internal 8 MHz factory-trimmed RC and 40 kHz RC oscillators
- PLL for CPU clock and 32 kHz oscillator for RTC with calibration
- Low power modes: sleep, stop, and standby
- VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers
- Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interface
- 12-channel DMA controller supporting timers, ADC, SPIs, I2Cs, USARTs, and DACs
- Temperature sensor and CRC calculation unit with 96-bit unique ID
Applications
The STM32F100ZCT6B is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Motor drives
- Application control
- Medical and handheld equipment
- PC and gaming peripherals
- GPS platforms
- Industrial applications
- PLCs, inverters, printers, scanners
- Alarm systems, video intercoms, and HVACs
Q & A
- What is the core of the STM32F100ZCT6B microcontroller?
The core is the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum frequency of the STM32F100ZCT6B?
The maximum frequency is 24 MHz.
- How much Flash memory does the STM32F100ZCT6B have?
The STM32F100ZCT6B has 256 to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory.
- What are the power supply and temperature ranges of the STM32F100ZCT6B?
The power supply range is 2.0 to 3.6 V, and the temperature range is –40 to +85 °C and –40 to +105 °C.
- What types of communication interfaces does the STM32F100ZCT6B support?
The STM32F100ZCT6B supports up to two I2C, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, and a CEC I/F.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F100ZCT6B have?
The STM32F100ZCT6B has up to 112 fast I/O ports.
- What are the low power modes available on the STM32F100ZCT6B?
The low power modes include sleep, stop, and standby.
- Does the STM32F100ZCT6B support debug interfaces?
Yes, it supports serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- What is the purpose of the DMA controller in the STM32F100ZCT6B?
The 12-channel DMA controller supports peripherals such as timers, ADC, SPIs, I2Cs, USARTs, and DACs.
- What are some common applications of the STM32F100ZCT6B?
Common applications include motor drives, medical and handheld equipment, PC and gaming peripherals, GPS platforms, and industrial applications.
