Overview
The STM32F401RCT7TR is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F401xB/STM32F401xC family. It is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at frequencies up to 84 MHz. The core includes a Floating Point Unit (FPU) for single-precision data processing and a set of DSP instructions, along with a memory protection unit (MPU) for enhanced application security.
This microcontroller features high-speed embedded memories, including up to 256 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM. It also includes an extensive range of enhanced I/Os and peripherals connected to multiple buses, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core with FPU and DSP instructions |
| Frequency | Up to 84 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 256 Kbytes |
| SRAM | Up to 64 Kbytes |
| OTP Memory | 512 bytes |
| Power Supply | 1.7 V to 3.6 V |
| Temperature Range | -40 °C to 105 °C |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS A/D converter, up to 16 channels |
| Timers | Up to 11 timers: 6 × 16-bit, 2 × 32-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 3 × I²C, 3 × USART, 4 × SPI, USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG |
| I/O Ports | Up to 81 I/O ports with interrupt capability, all 5 V tolerant |
| Package | 64-LQFP (10x10 mm) |
Key Features
- Dynamic efficiency line with Batch Acquisition Mode (BAM)
- Adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator™) for 0-wait state execution from Flash memory
- Memory protection unit (MPU) for enhanced application security
- General-purpose DMA: 16-stream DMA controllers with FIFOs and burst support
- Low-power modes: Run, Stop, and Standby modes for power-efficient applications
- Advanced communication interfaces: I²C, USART, SPI, USB OTG, and more
- RTC with subsecond accuracy and hardware calendar
- CRC calculation unit and 96-bit unique ID
- All packages are ECOPACK2 compliant
Applications
The STM32F401RCT7TR microcontroller is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its high performance, low power consumption, and extensive peripheral set. Some typical applications include:
- Industrial control systems
- Medical devices
- Automotive systems
- Consumer electronics
- IoT devices
- Motor control and power management systems
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F401RCT7TR?
The core is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core with a Floating Point Unit (FPU) and DSP instructions.
- What is the maximum frequency of the STM32F401RCT7TR?
The maximum frequency is up to 84 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F401RCT7TR have?
It has up to 256 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 64 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What is the power supply range for the STM32F401RCT7TR?
The power supply range is from 1.7 V to 3.6 V.
- What are the key communication interfaces available on the STM32F401RCT7TR?
The key interfaces include I²C, USART, SPI, and USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F401RCT7TR have?
It has up to 81 I/O ports with interrupt capability, all of which are 5 V tolerant.
- What are the low-power modes available on the STM32F401RCT7TR?
The available low-power modes include Run, Stop, and Standby modes.
- Is the STM32F401RCT7TR RoHS compliant?
- What is the temperature range for the STM32F401RCT7TR?
The operating temperature range is from -40 °C to 105 °C.
- Does the STM32F401RCT7TR have a real-time clock (RTC)?
