Overview
The STM32L496VGY6TR is an ultra-low-power microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM32L4 series. It is based on the high-performance Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit RISC core, operating at a frequency of up to 80 MHz. The Cortex-M4 core includes a Floating Point Unit (FPU) that supports 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.
This microcontroller is designed for low-power applications, featuring various power-saving modes and a comprehensive set of peripherals. It is suitable for a wide range of applications requiring high performance and low energy consumption.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with FPU, up to 80 MHz |
| Memory | Up to 1 MB flash, 320 KB SRAM |
| Power Supply | 1.71 V to 3.6 V |
| Temperature Range | -40 °C to 85/125 °C |
| Power Consumption | 320 nA in VBAT mode, 25 nA in Shutdown mode |
| ADCs | Up to three fast 12-bit ADCs (5 Msps) |
| DACs | Two 12-bit DAC output channels |
| Timers | 16 timers: 2x 16-bit advanced motor-control, 2x 32-bit, 5x 16-bit general purpose, 2x 16-bit basic, 2x low-power 16-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Four I2Cs, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, one Low-Power UART, two SAIs, one SDMMC, two CANs, one USB OTG full-speed |
| Package | WLCSP 100 4.2x4.7x0.6 P 0.4 mm |
Key Features
- Ultra-low-power with FlexPowerControl and multiple power-saving modes.
- High-speed memories: up to 1 MB flash, 320 KB SRAM.
- Flexible external memory controller and Quad SPI flash memories interface.
- Extensive range of enhanced I/Os and peripherals connected to two APB buses, two AHB buses, and a 32-bit multi-AHB bus matrix.
- Protection mechanisms for embedded flash memory and SRAM: readout protection, write protection, proprietary code readout protection, and Firewall.
- Rich analog peripherals including ADCs, DACs, operational amplifiers, and comparators.
- Integrated LCD driver 8x40 or 4x44 with internal step-up converter.
- Standard and advanced communication interfaces.
- HASH hardware accelerators for encryption.
- Dedicated Chrom-ART Accelerator for enhanced graphic content creation (DMA2D).
- Up to 24 capacitive sensing channels and support for touchkey, linear, and rotary touch sensors.
Applications
- Industrial automation and control systems.
- Medical devices requiring low power consumption.
- Consumer electronics such as smart home devices and wearables.
- Automotive systems, including infotainment and driver assistance.
- IoT devices and smart sensors.
- Energy metering and monitoring systems.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32L496VGY6TR?
The STM32L496VGY6TR is based on the Arm® 32-bit Cortex®-M4 CPU with a Floating Point Unit (FPU), operating at up to 80 MHz.
- What is the power supply range for this microcontroller?
The power supply range is from 1.71 V to 3.6 V.
- What are the key power-saving modes of the STM32L496VGY6TR?
The key power-saving modes include VBAT mode (320 nA), Shutdown mode (25 nA), Standby mode (108 nA), and Stop 2 mode (2.57 µA).
- What types of memory does the STM32L496VGY6TR have?
The microcontroller has up to 1 MB of flash memory and 320 KB of SRAM.
- What are the main communication interfaces available on this microcontroller?
The main communication interfaces include four I2Cs, three SPIs, three USARTs, two UARTs, one Low-Power UART, two SAIs, one SDMMC, two CANs, and one USB OTG full-speed.
- Does the STM32L496VGY6TR support encryption?
- What is the temperature range for the STM32L496VGY6TR?
The temperature range is from -40 °C to 85/125 °C.
- What types of analog peripherals are available on this microcontroller?
The microcontroller includes up to three fast 12-bit ADCs, two 12-bit DAC output channels, two operational amplifiers, and two ultra-low-power comparators.
- Does the STM32L496VGY6TR support capacitive sensing?
- What is the package type for the STM32L496VGY6TR?
The package type is WLCSP 100 4.2x4.7x0.6 P 0.4 mm.
