Overview
The STM32F103C8T6 is a medium density performance line, ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit microcontroller produced by STMicroelectronics. It is packaged in a 48-pin LQFP and features a high-performance RISC core with a 72MHz operating frequency. The microcontroller includes high-speed embedded memories, an extensive range of enhanced I/Os, and peripherals connected to two APB buses. It also incorporates a 12-bit ADC, timers, PWM timers, and standard and advanced communication interfaces. A comprehensive set of power-saving modes allows for the design of low-power applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC processor |
| Operating Frequency | 72 MHz |
| Flash Memory Size | 64 KB |
| SRAM Size | 20 KB |
| Number of Pins | 48 |
| Package Type | LQFP |
| Operating Voltage | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
| Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit (up to 21 channels) |
| DAC Resolution | 2 × 12-bit |
| Timers | Up to 11 timers (including 4 × 16-bit timers, 2 × 16-bit motor control PWM timers, and more) |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 × I2C, up to 5 USARTs, up to 3 SPIs, CAN 2.0, USB 2.0 full speed, SDIO |
| GPIO Pins | 37 |
| PWM Pins | 12 |
Key Features
- ARM Cortex-M3 Core: Based on the 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 RISC processor core, providing high performance and efficiency.
- Clock and Power Management: Advanced power management system with dynamic clock scaling and multiple power-saving modes (Sleep, Stop, and Standby).
- Memory: 64 KB of Flash memory and 20 KB of SRAM, with support for various memory types including Compact Flash, SRAM, PSRAM, NOR, and NAND).
- Analog and Digital Peripherals: 3 × 12-bit ADCs, 2 × 12-bit DACs, and a temperature sensor).
- Communication Interfaces: Multiple interfaces including I2C, USART, SPI, CAN 2.0, USB 2.0 full speed, and SDIO).
- Timers and PWM: Up to 11 timers, including motor control PWM timers with dead-time generation and emergency stop).
- Debug Mode: Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces, along with Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell).
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Used for process control, monitoring, and data logging due to its integrated ADCs, DACs, and real-time processing capabilities).
- Consumer Electronics: Utilized in smart home devices, wearable technology, and home automation systems due to its low power consumption and compact size).
- Embedded Systems: Commonly used for controlling motors such as servo motors and stepper motors, leveraging its real-time analysis and processing capabilities).
- Instrumentation and Measurement: Applied in data logging, signal processing, and instrument control, benefiting from its high-resolution ADC and analog peripherals).
- Embedded Networking: Integrated into wired and wireless networks, including networked sensors and Ethernet controllers, due to its Ethernet connectivity and TCP/IP stack implementation).
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F103C8T6?
The STM32F103C8T6 is based on the ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC processor core).
- What is the operating frequency of the STM32F103C8T6?
The operating frequency is 72 MHz).
- How much Flash memory does the STM32F103C8T6 have?
The STM32F103C8T6 has 64 KB of Flash memory).
- What is the package type of the STM32F103C8T6?
The package type is LQFP with 48 pins).
- What are the operating voltage and temperature ranges of the STM32F103C8T6?
The operating voltage range is 2.0 to 3.6 V, and the temperature range is -40°C to 85°C).
- How many ADC channels does the STM32F103C8T6 have?
The STM32F103C8T6 has up to 21 channels of 12-bit ADC).
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F103C8T6?
The available interfaces include I2C, USART, SPI, CAN 2.0, USB 2.0 full speed, and SDIO).
- Does the STM32F103C8T6 support power-saving modes?
Yes, it supports multiple power-saving modes such as Sleep, Stop, and Standby).
- How many GPIO pins are available on the STM32F103C8T6?
There are 37 GPIO pins available).
- What debug interfaces are available on the STM32F103C8T6?
The available debug interfaces include Serial Wire Debug (SWD) and JTAG).
