Overview
The STM32F401VET6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F4 series. It is based on the ARM® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at a frequency of up to 84 MHz. This microcontroller features a floating-point unit (FPU) single precision, supporting all ARM single-precision data-processing instructions and data types, as well as a full set of DSP instructions and a memory protection unit (MPU) for enhanced application security.
The device includes high-speed embedded memories, comprising 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and 96 Kbytes of SRAM. It also offers an extensive range of enhanced I/Os and peripherals connected to multiple buses, including two APB buses, two AHB buses, and a 32-bit multi-AHB bus matrix.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU |
| Clock Frequency | Up to 84 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.7 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Flash Memory | Up to 512 Kbytes |
| SRAM | Up to 96 Kbytes |
| Package | LQFP 100 (14x14x1.4 mm) |
| Number of I/Os | 81 |
| Communication Interfaces | I2C x3, I2S x2, SPI x4, USART x3, USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG |
| Timers | Up to 6 x 16-bit, 2 x 32-bit timers |
| ADC | 1 x 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS A/D converter |
Key Features
- Core and Performance: ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU, adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator) allowing 0-wait state execution from Flash memory, and DSP instructions.
- Memories: Up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory, up to 96 Kbytes of SRAM, and 512 bytes of OTP memory.
- Clock, Reset, and Supply Management: 1.7 V to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os, POR, PDR, PVD, and BOR, 4-to-26 MHz crystal oscillator, internal 16 MHz factory-trimmed RC, and 32 kHz oscillator for RTC with calibration.
- Communication Interfaces: I2C x3, I2S x2, SPI x4, USART x3, USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG controller.
- Timers and ADC: Up to six 16-bit timers, two 32-bit timers, and one 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS A/D converter.
- Power Consumption: Low power modes including Run, Stop, and Standby with minimal current consumption.
- Debug and Trace: Serial wire debug (SWD) & JTAG interfaces, Cortex-M4 Embedded Trace Macrocell.
- Security and Protection: Memory protection unit (MPU) and unique ID.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Suitable for control systems, motor control, and industrial communication.
- Medical Devices: Can be used in medical equipment requiring high performance and low power consumption.
- Consumer Electronics: Ideal for applications such as audio devices, gaming consoles, and other consumer electronics requiring advanced processing capabilities.
- Automotive Systems: Used in various automotive applications including infotainment systems, driver assistance systems, and vehicle control units.
- IoT and Smart Home Devices: Suitable for IoT devices that require high performance, low power consumption, and multiple communication interfaces.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F401VET6?
The STM32F401VET6 is based on the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with a floating-point unit (FPU) and DSP instructions.
- What is the maximum clock frequency of the STM32F401VET6?
The maximum clock frequency is up to 84 MHz.
- What are the supply voltage and operating temperature ranges of the STM32F401VET6?
The supply voltage range is 1.7 V to 3.6 V, and the operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F401VET6 have?
The STM32F401VET6 has up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 96 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F401VET6?
The device features I2C x3, I2S x2, SPI x4, USART x3, and USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG controller.
- How many timers and ADC channels does the STM32F401VET6 have?
The device includes up to six 16-bit timers, two 32-bit timers, and one 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS A/D converter.
- What are the power consumption modes of the STM32F401VET6?
The device has low power modes including Run, Stop, and Standby with minimal current consumption.
- Does the STM32F401VET6 support debug and trace capabilities?
Yes, it supports serial wire debug (SWD) & JTAG interfaces and Cortex-M4 Embedded Trace Macrocell.
- Is the STM32F401VET6 RoHS compliant?
Yes, the STM32F401VET6 is RoHS compliant and comes in an ECOPACK2 package.
- What are some typical applications of the STM32F401VET6?
Typical applications include industrial automation, medical devices, consumer electronics, automotive systems, and IoT devices.
