Overview
The STM32F401VET6TR, produced by STMicroelectronics, is a high-performance microcontroller belonging to the STM32F401xD/xE family. 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) and a full set of DSP instructions, along with a memory protection unit (MPU) to enhance application security. The device is equipped with 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and 96 Kbytes of SRAM, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that require high processing power and low power consumption.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU, Adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator™), up to 84 MHz |
| Memories | Up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory, up to 96 Kbytes of SRAM |
| Supply Voltage | 1.7 V to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Timers | Up to six 16-bit timers, two 32-bit timers, two watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer |
| ADC | 1 × 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS A/D converter with up to 16 channels |
| DMA | 16-stream DMA controllers with FIFOs and burst support |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 3 x I2C, up to 3 USARTs, up to 4 SPIs, SDIO interface, USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG controller |
| I/O Ports | Up to 81 I/O ports with interrupt capability, up to 78 fast I/Os up to 42 MHz, all 5 V-tolerant |
| Power Consumption | Run: 146 μA/MHz (peripheral off), Stop: 42 μA @ 25°C, Standby: 2.4 μA @ 25°C / 1.7 V without RTC |
| Package | LQFP 100 14x14x1.4 mm |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU and DSP instructions, operating at up to 84 MHz.
- Memory and Storage: Up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 96 Kbytes of SRAM.
- Power Management: Low power modes including Stop and Standby, with power consumption as low as 10 μA in Deep power down mode.
- Timers and Counters: Up to six 16-bit timers, two 32-bit timers, and two watchdog timers.
- Communication Interfaces: Multiple I2C, USART, SPI, and USB 2.0 interfaces for versatile connectivity.
- Debugging and Trace: Serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces, along with Cortex®-M4 Embedded Trace Macrocell™.
- RTC and Calendar: Real-Time Clock with subsecond accuracy and hardware calendar.
- I/O Capabilities: Up to 81 I/O ports with interrupt capability, all 5 V-tolerant.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Suitable for control systems, motor control, and industrial communication.
- Consumer Electronics: Ideal for applications requiring high processing power and low power consumption, such as smart home devices and wearables.
- Medical Devices: Can be used in medical equipment that requires precise timing and low power consumption.
- Automotive Systems: Applicable in various automotive applications, including infotainment systems and vehicle control units.
- IoT Devices: Suitable for Internet of Things (IoT) devices that need efficient processing and communication capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F401VET6TR?
The core is based on the ARM® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with an FPU and DSP instructions.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F401VET6TR have?
It has up to 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and up to 96 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What are the power consumption characteristics of the STM32F401VET6TR?
It has a run mode power consumption of 146 μA/MHz, and in Stop mode, it can consume as low as 42 μA @ 25°C.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F401VET6TR?
It features multiple I2C, USART, SPI, SDIO, and USB 2.0 interfaces.
- Does the STM32F401VET6TR support debugging and tracing?
Yes, it supports serial wire debug (SWD) and JTAG interfaces, along with Cortex®-M4 Embedded Trace Macrocell™.
- What is the package type of the STM32F401VET6TR?
The package type is LQFP 100 14x14x1.4 mm.
- Is the STM32F401VET6TR RoHS compliant?
Yes, it is RoHS compliant with an Ecopack2 grade.
- What are the typical applications of the STM32F401VET6TR?
It is suitable for industrial automation, consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, and IoT devices.
- Does the STM32F401VET6TR have a Real-Time Clock (RTC)?
Yes, it features an RTC with subsecond accuracy and a hardware calendar.
- How many I/O ports does the STM32F401VET6TR have?
It has up to 81 I/O ports with interrupt capability, all of which are 5 V-tolerant.
