Overview
The STM32F101RCT6 is a microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F101xx high-density access line family. It incorporates the high-performance ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU, operating at a maximum frequency of 36 MHz and delivering 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) performance. This microcontroller features high-speed embedded memories, including up to 256 Kbytes of Flash memory and 32 Kbytes of SRAM. It also includes an extensive range of enhanced I/Os and peripherals connected to two APB buses, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 36 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Flash Memory | 256 Kbytes |
| SRAM | 32 Kbytes |
| I/O Pins | 51 |
| ADC | 1 x 12-bit, 1 μs A/D converters (up to 16 channels) |
| DAC | 2 x 12-bit D/A converters |
| Timers | Up to four 16-bit timers, each with up to 4 IC/OC/PWM or pulse counters |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 x I²C, 3 x SPI (18 Mbit/s), 5 x USART with LIN, IrDA, and modem control |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Operating Temperature | –40 to +85 °C |
| Package | LQFP 64 10x10x1.4 mm |
Key Features
- Single-cycle multiplication and hardware division
- Flexible static memory controller with 4 Chip Select, supporting Compact Flash, SRAM, PSRAM, NOR, and NAND memories
- LCD parallel interface, 8080/6800 modes
- Clock, reset, and supply management with POR, PDR, and programmable voltage detector (PVD)
- Internal oscillators: 8 MHz factory-trimmed RC, 40 kHz RC with calibration capability, and 32 kHz oscillator for RTC with calibration
- Low power modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers
- 12-channel DMA controller supporting timers, ADC, DAC, SPIs, I²Cs, and USARTs
- Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant
- Serial wire debug (SWD) & JTAG interfaces and Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell™
- CRC calculation unit and 96-bit unique ID
Applications
The STM32F101RCT6 is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Medical and handheld equipment
- PC peripherals and gaming
- GPS platforms
- Industrial applications, PLC, printers, scanners
- Alarm systems and video intercom
Q & A
- What is the core of the STM32F101RCT6 microcontroller?
The core is the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F101RCT6?
The maximum operating frequency is 36 MHz.
- How much Flash memory does the STM32F101RCT6 have?
The STM32F101RCT6 has 256 Kbytes of Flash memory.
- What types of communication interfaces are available on the STM32F101RCT6?
The microcontroller features up to 2 x I²C, 3 x SPI (18 Mbit/s), and 5 x USART with LIN, IrDA, and modem control.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32F101RCT6?
The operating temperature range is –40 to +85 °C.
- What power supply range does the STM32F101RCT6 support?
The microcontroller supports a power supply range of 2.0 to 3.6 V.
- Does the STM32F101RCT6 have low power modes?
Yes, it has Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- What type of package does the STM32F101RCT6 come in?
The microcontroller comes in an LQFP 64 10x10x1.4 mm package.
- How many I/O pins does the STM32F101RCT6 have?
The microcontroller has 51 I/O pins.
- What is the resolution of the ADC on the STM32F101RCT6?
The ADC is a 12-bit converter with up to 16 channels.
