Overview
The STM32F446VCT6 is a high-performance microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32F446xC/E series. It is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at a frequency of up to 180 MHz. This microcontroller features a floating point unit (FPU) supporting all Arm® single-precision data-processing instructions and includes 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, up to 180 MHz, MPU, 225 DMIPS/1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Dhrystone 2.1) |
| Memories | 512 Kbytes of Flash memory, 128 Kbytes of SRAM, 4 Kbytes of backup SRAM |
| External Memory | Flexible external memory controller with up to 16-bit data bus: SRAM, PSRAM, SDRAM/LPSDR SDRAM, NOR/NAND Flash memories |
| ADCs | 3 × 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS ADC: up to 24 channels and 7.2 MSPS in triple interleaved mode |
| DACs | 2 × 12-bit D/A converters |
| Timers | Up to 17 timers: 2x watchdog, 1x SysTick timer and up to twelve 16-bit and two 32-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Up to 20 communication interfaces including USART, SPI, I2C, CAN, USB OTG HS/FS, SDIO |
| Power Supply | 1.7 V to 3.6 V application supply and I/Os |
| Package | LQFP-100 (14x14 mm) |
Key Features
- Adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator) allowing 0-wait state execution from Flash memory
- General-purpose DMA: 16-stream DMA controller with FIFOs and burst support
- Low power modes: Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes
- VBAT supply for RTC, 20×32 bit backup registers plus optional 4 KB backup SRAM
- Up to 114 I/O ports with interrupt capability, up to 111 fast I/Os up to 90 MHz, and up to 112 5 V-tolerant I/Os
- Debug mode with SWD and JTAG interfaces, Cortex®-M4 Trace Macrocell™
- Advanced connectivity including USB 2.0 full-speed device/host/OTG controller and high-speed/full-speed device/host/OTG controller
Applications
The STM32F446VCT6 is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its high performance, advanced peripherals, and low power consumption. Typical applications include:
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Consumer electronics such as audio and video devices
- Medical devices requiring precise control and data processing
- Automotive systems, including advanced motor control and communication interfaces
- IoT devices that require robust connectivity and data processing capabilities
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32F446VCT6?
The STM32F446VCT6 is based on the Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core. - What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F446VCT6?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 180 MHz. - How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32F446VCT6 have?
The device has 512 Kbytes of Flash memory and 128 Kbytes of SRAM. - What types of ADCs and DACs are available on the STM32F446VCT6?
The device features 3 × 12-bit ADCs and 2 × 12-bit DACs. - What are the low power modes available on the STM32F446VCT6?
The device supports Sleep, Stop, and Standby modes. - What communication interfaces are available on the STM32F446VCT6?
The device includes up to 20 communication interfaces such as USART, SPI, I2C, CAN, and USB OTG HS/FS. - What is the power supply range for the STM32F446VCT6?
The device operates with an application supply and I/Os ranging from 1.7 V to 3.6 V. - What is the package type of the STM32F446VCT6?
The device is packaged in LQFP-100 (14x14 mm). - Does the STM32F446VCT6 support debug modes?
Yes, it supports debug modes with SWD and JTAG interfaces, and includes a Cortex®-M4 Trace Macrocell™. - What are some typical applications for the STM32F446VCT6?
Typical applications include industrial automation, consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, and IoT devices.
