Overview
The STM32F429ZET6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F427xx and STM32F429xx series. It is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at a frequency of up to 180 MHz. This core 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.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU |
| Frequency | Up to 180 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 2 MB, organized into two banks allowing read-while-write |
| SRAM | Up to 256+4 KB, including 64 KB of CCM (core coupled memory) data RAM |
| Backup SRAM | Up to 4 KB |
| OTP Memory | 512 bytes |
| External Memory Controller | Flexible, up to 32-bit data bus: SRAM, PSRAM, SDRAM/LPSDR SDRAM, Compact Flash/NOR/NAND memories |
| ADCs | 3 × 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS, up to 24 channels and 7.2 MSPS in triple interleaved mode |
| DACs | 2 × 12-bit |
| Timers | Up to 17 timers: up to twelve 16-bit and two 32-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 21 interfaces, including USB 2.0 full-speed/device/host/OTG, Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, USARTs, SPIs, I2Cs, CAN 2.0B |
| I/Os | Up to 168 I/O ports with interrupt capability, up to 164 fast I/Os up to 90 MHz, up to 166 5 V-tolerant I/Os |
| Power Supply | 1.7 V to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 105°C |
Key Features
- High-Performance Core: Arm® Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU, operating at up to 180 MHz.
- Advanced Memory: Up to 2 MB of Flash memory, up to 256+4 KB of SRAM, and flexible external memory controller.
- Graphic Capabilities: LCD-TFT controller with fully programmable resolution, Chrom-ART Accelerator™ for enhanced graphic content creation.
- Analog and Digital Converters: Three 12-bit ADCs, two 12-bit DACs.
- Timers and DMA: Up to 17 timers, 16-stream DMA controller with FIFOs and burst support.
- Communication Interfaces: USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, USARTs, SPIs, I2Cs, CAN 2.0B.
- Low Power Modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes, VBAT supply for RTC.
- Debug and Trace: SWD & JTAG interfaces, Cortex-M4 Trace Macrocell™.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Motor control, industrial communication, and control systems.
- Medical Devices: High-performance medical equipment requiring advanced graphics and communication.
- Consumer Electronics: Smart home devices, audio and video equipment, and other consumer electronics requiring high processing power and advanced interfaces.
- Automotive Systems: Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), infotainment systems, and vehicle control units.
- Internet of Things (IoT): IoT devices requiring high processing power, advanced communication interfaces, and low power consumption.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F429ZET6?
The STM32F429ZET6 is based on the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU. - What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F429ZET6?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 180 MHz. - How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F429ZET6 have?
It has up to 2 MB of Flash memory and up to 256+4 KB of SRAM. - What types of ADCs and DACs are available on the STM32F429ZET6?
It features three 12-bit ADCs and two 12-bit DACs. - What communication interfaces are supported by the STM32F429ZET6?
It supports USB 2.0, Ethernet 10/100 Mbps, USARTs, SPIs, I2Cs, and CAN 2.0B. - What are the power supply and operating temperature ranges of the STM32F429ZET6?
The power supply range is 1.7 V to 3.6 V, and the operating temperature range is -40°C to 105°C. - Does the STM32F429ZET6 support low power modes?
Yes, it supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes, along with VBAT supply for RTC. - What debug and trace interfaces are available on the STM32F429ZET6?
It includes SWD & JTAG interfaces and the Cortex-M4 Trace Macrocell™. - What is the purpose of the Chrom-ART Accelerator™ in the STM32F429ZET6?
The Chrom-ART Accelerator™ is used for enhanced graphic content creation (DMA2D). - Can the STM32F429ZET6 be used in industrial automation applications?
Yes, it is suitable for industrial automation due to its high-performance core, advanced communication interfaces, and motor control capabilities.
