Overview
The STM32G431R8T6 is a mainstream microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32G4 series. It is based on the high-performance Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, which operates at a frequency of up to 170 MHz and achieves 213 DMIPS. This MCU is designed to offer a balance between performance, power efficiency, and rich peripheral sets, making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU |
| Frequency | Up to 170 MHz |
| Performance | 213 DMIPS |
| Flash Memory | Up to 128 Kbytes with ECC support, PCROP, and securable memory area |
| SRAM | 32 Kbytes with hardware parity check on the first 16 Kbytes, plus 10 Kbytes of CCM SRAM |
| Operating Voltage | 1.71 V to 3.6 V |
| Low-Power Modes | Sleep, Stop, Standby, and Shutdown |
| Timers | 14 timers including 32-bit and 16-bit timers, watchdog timers, and a SysTick timer |
| Communication Interfaces | FDCAN, I2C, USART/UART, LPUART, SPI, SAI, USB 2.0 full-speed, and more |
| Analog Features | 2 x ADCs, 4 x DAC channels, analog comparators, operational amplifiers, and internal voltage reference |
| Package Options | LQFP48, LQFP64, LQFP80, LQFP32, UFBGA64, UFQFPN32, UFQFPN48, WLCSP49 |
Key Features
- Core and Performance: Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU, adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator) for 0-wait-state execution from Flash memory.
- Memory and Security: Up to 128 Kbytes of Flash memory with ECC support, PCROP, and securable memory area; 32 Kbytes of SRAM with hardware parity check.
- Analog Capabilities: 2 x ADCs with up to 23 channels, 4 x DAC channels, ultra-fast rail-to-rail analog comparators, and operational amplifiers.
- Communication and Interfaces: FDCAN, I2C, USART/UART, LPUART, SPI, SAI, USB 2.0 full-speed, and USB Type-C™ / USB Power Delivery controller.
- Low-Power Modes: Sleep, Stop, Standby, and Shutdown modes for power efficiency.
- Development Support: Serial wire debug (SWD), JTAG, Embedded Trace Macrocell™.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Motor control, power management, and industrial communication.
- Consumer Electronics: Audio and video processing, USB peripherals, and battery-powered devices.
- Medical Devices: Portable medical devices, diagnostic equipment, and medical imaging.
- Automotive Systems: Infotainment systems, driver assistance systems, and vehicle control units.
- IoT and Smart Home Devices: Connected devices, home automation, and IoT gateways.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32G431R8T6?
The STM32G431R8T6 is based on the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32G431R8T6?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 170 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the STM32G431R8T6 have?
It has up to 128 Kbytes of Flash memory and 32 Kbytes of SRAM.
- What are the low-power modes available on the STM32G431R8T6?
The available low-power modes are Sleep, Stop, Standby, and Shutdown.
- Does the STM32G431R8T6 support USB?
Yes, it supports USB 2.0 full-speed and USB Type-C™ / USB Power Delivery controller.
- What are the analog features of the STM32G431R8T6?
It includes 2 x ADCs, 4 x DAC channels, ultra-fast rail-to-rail analog comparators, and operational amplifiers.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM32G431R8T6?
It includes FDCAN, I2C, USART/UART, LPUART, SPI, SAI, and more.
- What are the package options for the STM32G431R8T6?
Available packages include LQFP48, LQFP64, LQFP80, LQFP32, UFBGA64, UFQFPN32, UFQFPN48, and WLCSP49.
- Does the STM32G431R8T6 support real-time debugging?
Yes, it supports serial wire debug (SWD), JTAG, and Embedded Trace Macrocell™.
- What are some typical applications for the STM32G431R8T6?
Typical applications include industrial automation, consumer electronics, medical devices, automotive systems, and IoT devices.
