Overview
The STM32F103VCH6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F103xC, STM32F103xD, and STM32F103xE performance line family. It features the ARM® Cortex®-M3 32-bit RISC core, operating at a maximum frequency of 72 MHz. This microcontroller is designed for a wide range of applications due to its extensive set of enhanced I/Os and peripherals, high-speed embedded memories, and advanced communication interfaces.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 72 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 256 Kbytes |
| SRAM | Up to 64 Kbytes |
| Operating Temperature | -40 to +105 °C |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
| ADCs | 3 × 12-bit, up to 21 channels |
| Timers | Up to 11 timers (including 4 × 16-bit timers, 2 × 16-bit motor control PWM timers) |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 × I2C, 3 × SPI, 2 × I2S, 1 × SDIO, 5 × USART, 1 × USB, 1 × CAN (2.0B Active) |
| I/Os | Up to 112 fast I/O ports |
| Package | LQFP100 14 × 14 mm, LFBGA100 10 × 10 mm, etc. |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU with a maximum frequency of 72 MHz.
- Memory: Up to 256 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM.
- Communication Interfaces: Includes up to 2 I2C, 3 SPI, 2 I2S, 1 SDIO, 5 USART, 1 USB, and 1 CAN (2.0B Active) interface.
- Timers and Counters: Up to 11 timers, including four 16-bit timers and two 16-bit motor control PWM timers.
- Analog to Digital Converters (ADCs): Three 12-bit ADCs with up to 21 channels.
- Low Power Modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes for low-power applications.
- Debugging: Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- ECOPACK® Packages: Environmentally friendly packaging.
Applications
- Motor Drives: Suitable for motor control applications due to its advanced motor control timers.
- Industrial Applications: Used in PLCs, inverters, printers, scanners, and alarm systems.
- Medical and Handheld Equipment: Ideal for medical devices and handheld equipment due to its low power consumption and high performance.
- PC and Gaming Peripherals: Used in PC peripherals and gaming devices.
- GPS Platforms: Suitable for GPS and navigation systems.
- HVAC and Video Intercom Systems: Used in heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems as well as video intercom systems.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F103VCH6?
The STM32F103VCH6 features an ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M3 CPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F103VCH6?
The maximum operating frequency is 72 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F103VCH6 have?
It has up to 256 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What are the operating temperature and power supply ranges for the STM32F103VCH6?
The operating temperature range is -40 to +105 °C, and the power supply range is 2.0 to 3.6 V.
- What types of communication interfaces are available on the STM32F103VCH6?
It includes up to 2 I2C, 3 SPI, 2 I2S, 1 SDIO, 5 USART, 1 USB, and 1 CAN (2.0B Active) interface.
- How many timers does the STM32F103VCH6 have?
It has up to 11 timers, including four 16-bit timers and two 16-bit motor control PWM timers.
- What is the resolution and number of channels for the ADCs on the STM32F103VCH6?
It features three 12-bit ADCs with up to 21 channels.
- Does the STM32F103VCH6 support low power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes for low-power applications.
- What debugging interfaces are available on the STM32F103VCH6?
It supports serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces.
- What types of applications is the STM32F103VCH6 suitable for?
It is suitable for a wide range of applications including motor drives, industrial applications, medical and handheld equipment, PC and gaming peripherals, GPS platforms, and more.
