Overview
The STM32F103ZCT6 is a high-density performance line microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32 F1 series. It incorporates the high-performance ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC core, operating at a maximum frequency of 72 MHz. This microcontroller is equipped with high-speed embedded memories, including up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM. It features 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
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM 32-bit Cortex-M3 CPU |
| Maximum Frequency | 72 MHz |
| Performance | 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Flash Memory | Up to 512 Kbytes |
| SRAM | Up to 64 Kbytes |
| Timers | Up to 11 timers (including 4 general-purpose 16-bit timers, 2 motor control PWM timers, 2 watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer) |
| ADCs | 3 × 12-bit ADCs (up to 21 channels) |
| DACs | 2 × 12-bit DACs |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 2 I²C, 3 SPI, 2 I²S, 1 SDIO, 5 USART, 1 USB, and 1 CAN (2.0B Active) |
| DMA Controller | 12-channel DMA controller |
| Debug Mode | Serial wire debug (SWD) & JTAG interfaces |
| I/O Ports | Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to +105°C |
| Power Supply | 2.0 to 3.6 V |
Key Features
- High-performance ARM Cortex-M3 32-bit RISC core with single-cycle multiplication and hardware division.
- High-speed embedded memories: up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM.
- 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: POR, PDR, programmable voltage detector (PVD), 4-to-16 MHz crystal oscillator, internal 8 MHz factory-trimmed RC, internal 40 kHz RC with calibration, and 32 kHz oscillator for RTC with calibration.
- Low power modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes; VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- Three 12-bit ADCs with up to 21 channels, triple-sample and hold capability, and temperature sensor.
- Two 12-bit DACs.
- Up to 11 timers, including four general-purpose 16-bit timers, two motor control PWM timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer.
- Up to 13 communication interfaces: I²C, SPI, I²S, SDIO, USART, USB, and CAN (2.0B Active).
- 12-channel DMA controller supporting various peripherals.
- Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces; Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell.
- Up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant.
Applications
- Motor Drive & Control
- Automation & Process Control
- Medical Devices
- Computers & Computer Peripherals
- Communications & Networking
- Industrial Control Systems
- Consumer Electronics
- Security Systems
- Imaging, Video & Vision Systems
- HVAC Systems
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F103ZCT6?
The STM32F103ZCT6 is based on the ARM 32-bit Cortex-M3 RISC core.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F103ZCT6?
The maximum operating frequency is 72 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F103ZCT6 have?
The STM32F103ZCT6 has up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What types of timers are available on the STM32F103ZCT6?
The device includes up to 11 timers, including four general-purpose 16-bit timers, two motor control PWM timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer.
- What communication interfaces are supported by the STM32F103ZCT6?
The device supports up to 2 I²C, 3 SPI, 2 I²S, 1 SDIO, 5 USART, 1 USB, and 1 CAN (2.0B Active) interfaces.
- Does the STM32F103ZCT6 support low power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes, along with a VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32F103ZCT6?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +105°C.
- What is the power supply voltage range for the STM32F103ZCT6?
The power supply voltage range is 2.0 to 3.6 V.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F103ZCT6 have?
The device has up to 112 fast I/O ports, all mappable on 16 external interrupt vectors and almost all 5 V-tolerant.
- What debug interfaces are available on the STM32F103ZCT6?
The device supports serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces, along with a Cortex-M3 Embedded Trace Macrocell.
- In what applications is the STM32F103ZCT6 commonly used?
The STM32F103ZCT6 is commonly used in motor drive and control, automation and process control, medical devices, computers and computer peripherals, communications and networking, industrial control systems, consumer electronics, security systems, imaging and video systems, and HVAC systems.
