Overview
The STM32F429NIH6E is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F4 series. It is based on the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU, which includes a floating-point unit (FPU) and supports all Arm® single-precision data-processing instructions and DSP instructions. This microcontroller operates at a frequency of up to 180 MHz and features an adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator™) for 0-wait state execution from Flash memory. The device is designed for applications requiring high computational performance, advanced peripherals, and low power consumption.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 180 MHz |
| Program Memory | Up to 2 MB Flash |
| SRAM | Up to 256 KB + 4 KB backup SRAM |
| Package | 216-TFBGA |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| ADCs | 3 × 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS, up to 24 channels |
| DACs | 2 × 12-bit |
| Timers | Up to 17 timers (12 × 16-bit, 2 × 32-bit) |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 21 interfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, USB OTG, Ethernet, CAN, etc.) |
| I/O Ports | Up to 168 I/O ports with interrupt capability |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU and DSP instructions, operating at up to 180 MHz.
- Memory and Storage: Up to 2 MB of Flash memory and up to 256 KB of SRAM, including 64 KB of CCM (core coupled memory) data RAM.
- Advanced Peripherals: Includes LCD-TFT controller, Chrom-ART Accelerator™ for graphics, 3 × 12-bit ADCs, 2 × 12-bit DACs, and multiple communication interfaces.
- Low Power Modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- Debug and Trace: SWD & JTAG interfaces and Cortex-M4 Trace Macrocell™.
- Connectivity: USB 2.0 full-speed/device/host/OTG, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, CAN, SPI, I2C, and more.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Control systems, motor control, and industrial communication.
- Medical Devices: Portable medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and medical imaging.
- Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, wearables, and multimedia applications.
- Automotive Systems: Infotainment systems, driver assistance systems, and vehicle control units.
- Internet of Things (IoT): IoT devices requiring high computational power and advanced peripherals.
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the STM32F429NIH6E?
The core processor is the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with a floating-point unit (FPU).
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F429NIH6E?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 180 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F429NIH6E have?
The device has up to 2 MB of Flash memory and up to 256 KB of SRAM.
- What types of communication interfaces are available on the STM32F429NIH6E?
The device includes USB OTG, Ethernet, CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, and more.
- Does the STM32F429NIH6E support low power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes with VBAT supply for RTC and backup registers.
- What is the package type of the STM32F429NIH6E?
The package type is 216-TFBGA.
- What is the supply voltage range for the STM32F429NIH6E?
The supply voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- Does the STM32F429NIH6E have built-in ADCs and DACs?
Yes, it has 3 × 12-bit ADCs and 2 × 12-bit DACs.
- What kind of debug and trace capabilities does the STM32F429NIH6E offer?
The device includes SWD & JTAG interfaces and Cortex-M4 Trace Macrocell™.
- What are some typical applications for the STM32F429NIH6E?
Typical applications include industrial automation, medical devices, consumer electronics, automotive systems, and IoT devices.
