Overview
The STM32F427VIT6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F427xx and STM32F429xx family. It is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at a frequency of up to 180 MHz. The core includes a floating-point unit (FPU) and supports all Arm® single-precision data-processing instructions and data types, along with a full set of DSP instructions and a memory protection unit (MPU) for enhanced application security.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU |
| Frequency | Up to 180 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 2 MB, dual-bank, read-while-write |
| SRAM | Up to 256 KB + 4 KB backup SRAM, including 64 KB of CCM (core coupled memory) data RAM |
| External Memory Controller | Up to 32-bit data bus: SRAM, PSRAM, SDRAM/LPSDR SDRAM, Compact Flash/NOR/NAND memories |
| Operating Voltage | 1.7 V to 3.6 V |
| Timers | Up to 17 timers: 12 x 16-bit and 2 x 32-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 20 interfaces including 4x USARTs/UARTs, 6x SPIs, 3x I²C, 2x CAN, SDIO, USB 2.0 OTG, 100Mbps Ethernet |
| ADC/DAC | 3x 12-bit ADCs, 2x 12-bit DACs |
| Package | LQFP100 (14 x 14 mm) |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: Arm® Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU, Adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator™) allowing 0-wait state execution from Flash memory.
- Memory and Storage: Up to 2 MB of Flash memory, up to 256 KB of SRAM, and flexible external memory controller supporting various memory types.
- Graphics Acceleration: Chrom-ART Accelerator™ for enhanced graphic content creation, supporting 2-D raw data copy, image blending, and image format conversion.
- Communication and Connectivity: Multiple communication interfaces including USB OTG, Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I²C, and more.
- Analog Capabilities: Three 12-bit ADCs and two 12-bit DACs, with advanced timer and PWM capabilities.
- Power Management: Low power modes (Sleep, Stop, Standby), VBAT supply for RTC, and dynamic power scaling.
- Security and Debugging: Memory protection unit (MPU), true random number generator, and debug interfaces like SWD & JTAG.
Applications
The STM32F427VIT6 is versatile and can be used in a variety of applications, including:
- Industrial Automation: Motor control, power management, and communication in industrial settings.
- Medical Devices: High-performance requirements in medical equipment, such as diagnostic tools and patient monitoring systems.
- Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, audio and video equipment, and other consumer electronics requiring advanced graphics and communication capabilities.
- Automotive Systems: In-vehicle infotainment, navigation, and control systems.
- IoT Devices: Internet of Things applications requiring low power consumption and high performance.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F427VIT6?
The STM32F427VIT6 is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core with a floating-point unit (FPU).
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F427VIT6?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 180 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F427VIT6 have?
Up to 2 MB of Flash memory and up to 256 KB of SRAM, including 64 KB of CCM (core coupled memory) data RAM.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F427VIT6?
The microcontroller includes multiple interfaces such as USB OTG, Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I²C, and more.
- Does the STM32F427VIT6 support graphics acceleration?
Yes, it features the Chrom-ART Accelerator™ for enhanced graphic content creation.
- What are the power management features of the STM32F427VIT6?
The device supports low power modes (Sleep, Stop, Standby), VBAT supply for RTC, and dynamic power scaling.
- What is the operating voltage range of the STM32F427VIT6?
The operating voltage range is from 1.7 V to 3.6 V.
- What types of timers are available on the STM32F427VIT6?
Up to 17 timers: 12 x 16-bit and 2 x 32-bit timers.
- Does the STM32F427VIT6 support Ethernet connectivity?
Yes, it supports 100Mbps Ethernet with IEEE 1588v2 hardware.
- What is the package type of the STM32F427VIT6?
The package type is LQFP100 (14 x 14 mm).
