Overview
The STM32F101VCT6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F101xx high-density access line family. It is based on the 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 is designed for a wide range of applications due to its extensive set of peripherals and low-power capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 36 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Flash Memory | 256 to 512 Kbytes |
| SRAM | Up to 48 Kbytes |
| ADC | 1 x 12-bit, 1 μs A/D converter (up to 16 channels) |
| DAC | 2 x 12-bit D/A converters |
| Timers | Up to four 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 x I2C, 3 x SPI, 5 x USART |
| I/O Ports | Up to 112 fast I/O ports, 51/80/112 I/Os |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Low Power Modes | Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes |
Key Features
- Single-cycle multiplication and hardware division
- Flexible static memory controller supporting various memory types (Compact Flash, SRAM, PSRAM, NOR, and NAND)
- 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, and 32 kHz oscillator for RTC)
- 12-channel DMA controller supporting peripherals like timers, ADC, DAC, SPIs, I2Cs, and USARTs
- Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces, along with Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell™
- Up to 9 timers including four 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer
- Up to 10 communication interfaces including I2C, SPI, and USART
Applications
The STM32F101VCT6 is suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Medical and handheld equipment
- PC peripherals and gaming
- GPS platforms
- Industrial applications and PLC
- Printers, scanners, and alarm systems
- Video intercom systems
Q & A
- What is the core of the STM32F101VCT6 microcontroller?
The core is the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F101VCT6?
The maximum operating frequency is 36 MHz.
- How much Flash memory does the STM32F101VCT6 have?
The STM32F101VCT6 has 256 to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory.
- What types of communication interfaces are available on the STM32F101VCT6?
The microcontroller supports up to 2 x I2C, 3 x SPI, and 5 x USART interfaces.
- What are the low-power modes available on the STM32F101VCT6?
The low-power modes include Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32F101VCT6?
The operating temperature range is -40 to +85 °C.
- Does the STM32F101VCT6 support DMA?
Yes, it supports a 12-channel DMA controller.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F101VCT6 have?
The microcontroller has up to 112 fast I/O ports.
- What types of timers are available on the STM32F101VCT6?
The microcontroller includes up to four 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer.
- Does the STM32F101VCT6 have any debug interfaces?
Yes, it supports serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces, along with Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell™.
