Overview
The STM32F102C6T6A is a microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F1 series. It is based on the high-performance Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU, operating at a maximum frequency of 48 MHz. This MCU features high-speed embedded memories, including 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 6 Kbytes of SRAM. The device is equipped with an extensive range of enhanced peripherals and I/Os, connected to two APB buses, and supports various communication interfaces such as I2C, SPI, USART, and USB 2.0 full speed. The STM32F102C6T6A is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its low power consumption and robust set of features.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 48 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) at 0 WS memory access |
| Flash Memory | 32 Kbytes |
| SRAM | 6 Kbytes |
| Supply Voltage | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +85 °C |
| Package | LQFP 48 7x7x1.4 mm |
| Number of I/Os | 37 |
| ADC Channels | 10 channels, 12-bit, 1.2 µs conversion time |
| Timers | Two 16-bit timers, two watchdog timers, SysTick timer |
| Communication Interfaces | I2C, SPI, two USARTs, USB 2.0 full speed |
Key Features
- Core and Performance: Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU with a maximum frequency of 48 MHz and single-cycle multiplication and hardware division.
- Memories: 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 6 Kbytes of SRAM.
- Power Management: 2.0 to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os, POR, PDR, and programmable voltage detector (PVD).
- Clock Management: 4 to 16 MHz crystal oscillator, internal 8 MHz factory-trimmed RC, internal 40 kHz RC, and PLL for CPU clock.
- Low Power Modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes, VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- Debug Mode: Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- DMA and Peripherals: 7-channel DMA controller supporting timers, ADC, SPIs, I2Cs, and USARTs.
- ADC and Temperature Sensor: 1 × 12-bit, 1.2 µs A/D converter (up to 16 channels) and a temperature sensor.
- I/Os and Communication Interfaces: Up to 51 fast I/O ports, one I2C interface, two USARTs, one SPI (12 Mbit/s), and one USB 2.0 full speed interface.
- Timers and Watchdogs: Two 16-bit timers, each with up to 4 IC/OC/PWM or pulse counter, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer.
Applications
The STM32F102C6T6A is versatile and suitable for a wide range of applications, including:
- Industrial Automation: Control systems, motor control, and sensor interfaces.
- Consumer Electronics: Home appliances, audio equipment, and gaming devices.
- Medical Devices: Portable medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and patient monitoring systems.
- Automotive Systems: Infotainment systems, driver assistance systems, and vehicle control units.
- IoT and Smart Home Devices: Smart sensors, home automation, and IoT gateways.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F102C6T6A?
The STM32F102C6T6A is based on the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F102C6T6A?
The maximum operating frequency is 48 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F102C6T6A have?
The device has 32 Kbytes of Flash memory and 6 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What are the operating temperature ranges for the STM32F102C6T6A?
The operating temperature range is from -40 to +85 °C.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F102C6T6A?
The device supports I2C, SPI, two USARTs, and USB 2.0 full speed interfaces.
- How many ADC channels does the STM32F102C6T6A have?
The device has 10 ADC channels with a 12-bit resolution.
- What are the power-saving modes available on the STM32F102C6T6A?
The device supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes, along with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- What is the package type and size of the STM32F102C6T6A?
The device is packaged in an LQFP 48 7x7x1.4 mm package.
- Does the STM32F102C6T6A support debug interfaces?
Yes, it supports serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- What is the supply voltage range for the STM32F102C6T6A?
The supply voltage range is from 2.0 to 3.6 V.
