Overview
The STM32F101C8U6 is a member of the STM32F101xx medium-density access line family of microcontrollers produced by STMicroelectronics. This device is built around the high-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU, operating at a maximum frequency of 36 MHz and achieving 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) performance at 0 wait state memory access. It features high-speed embedded memories, including up to 128 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 16 Kbytes of SRAM. The microcontroller is designed to operate in a wide temperature range of –40 to +85 °C and supports a power supply range of 2.0 to 3.6 V.
The STM32F101C8U6 is available in various packages, including the UFQFPN 48 7x7x0.55 mm package, and is RoHS compliant with an Ecopack2 grade. It is suitable for a broad range of applications due to its extensive set of peripherals and low-power modes.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 36 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Flash Memory | 64 to 128 Kbytes |
| SRAM | 10 to 16 Kbytes |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | –40 to +85 °C |
| Package | UFQFPN 48 7x7x0.55 mm |
| I/O Ports | Up to 80 fast I/O ports, 37 high current I/Os |
| Timers | Three 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, SysTick timer |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 I2C, up to 3 USARTs, up to 2 SPIs |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit, 1 μs A/D converter (up to 16 channels) |
| Low Power Modes | Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU with single-cycle multiplication and hardware division.
- Memory: 64 to 128 Kbytes of Flash memory and 10 to 16 Kbytes of SRAM.
- Clock and Supply Management: 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply, POR, PDR, programmable voltage detector (PVD), and various oscillators.
- Low Power Modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- Debug Mode: Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- DMA Controller: 7-channel DMA controller supporting timers, ADC, SPIs, I2Cs, and USARTs.
- Peripherals: Up to 80 fast I/O ports, six timers, up to 7 communication interfaces, and a 12-bit ADC.
- Temperature Sensor: Integrated temperature sensor.
- ECOPACK® Packages: RoHS compliant with Ecopack2 grade.
Applications
The STM32F101C8U6 is versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Application control and user interface
- Medical and handheld equipment
- PC peripherals
- Gaming and GPS platforms
- Industrial applications such as PLCs, inverters, and printers
- Scanners, alarm systems, video intercoms, and HVAC systems
Q & A
- What is the core of the STM32F101C8U6 microcontroller?
The core is the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F101C8U6?
The maximum operating frequency is 36 MHz.
- How much Flash memory does the STM32F101C8U6 have?
The STM32F101C8U6 has 64 to 128 Kbytes of Flash memory.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32F101C8U6?
The operating temperature range is –40 to +85 °C.
- What types of communication interfaces are available on the STM32F101C8U6?
The microcontroller features up to 2 I2C interfaces, up to 3 USARTs, and up to 2 SPIs.
- Does the STM32F101C8U6 support low-power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes.
- What is the package type of the STM32F101C8U6?
The package type is UFQFPN 48 7x7x0.55 mm.
- Is the STM32F101C8U6 RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is RoHS compliant with an Ecopack2 grade.
- What are some of the applications suitable for the STM32F101C8U6?
It is suitable for application control, medical and handheld equipment, PC peripherals, gaming and GPS platforms, industrial applications, and more.
- Does the STM32F101C8U6 have a built-in temperature sensor?
Yes, it has an integrated temperature sensor.
