Overview
The STM32WLE5CCU6 is a multi-protocol Low Power Wide Area Network (LPWAN) device manufactured by STMicroelectronics. It is part of the STM32WL series, which integrates a powerful and ultra-low-power radio solution. This device is based on the 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 core, operating at a frequency of up to 48 MHz, and includes a full set of DSP instructions and an independent memory protection unit (MPU) for enhanced application security.
Key Specifications
| Type | Transceiver IC |
|---|---|
| Data Rate-Max | 300 kbps |
| Output Power | 22 dBm |
| Interface Type | GPIO/I2C/SPI/UART/USB |
| Frequency | 150 MHz to 960 MHz |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Sensitivity | -148 dBm (LoRa) |
| Modulation | BPSK/FSK/GFSK/GMSK/MSK |
| Wireless Protocol | LoRaWAN |
| Operating System Supported | Embedded |
| Operating Temp Range | -40°C to +85°C |
| Package Style | UFQFPN-48 |
| Mounting Method | Surface Mount |
| Flash Memory | Up to 256 KB |
| RAM | Up to 64 KB |
Key Features
- 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 core with up to 48 MHz frequency and full set of DSP instructions.
- Ultra-low-power LPWAN-compliant radio solution supporting LoRa, (G)FSK, (G)MSK, and BPSK modulations.
- High-speed memories: up to 256 KB flash memory and up to 64 KB SRAM.
- Extensive range of enhanced I/Os and peripherals, including multiple timers, DMA controllers, and communication interfaces (SPI, I2C, UART, GPIOs).
- Rich analog peripherals: 12-bit ADC, 12-bit DAC, ultra-low-power comparators, and a high-accuracy reference voltage generator.
- Low-power RTC with a 32-bit sub-second wakeup counter and various timer configurations.
- Support for OTA (over-the-air) firmware updates and sector protection against read/write operations.
Applications
- Monitoring and tracking applications requiring long-distance low-power communication.
- Automation systems that need reliable and efficient wireless communication.
- IoT devices, especially those in smart cities, industrial automation, and remote sensing applications.
- Low-power wireless sensor networks and smart home devices.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the STM32WLE5CCU6?
The STM32WLE5CCU6 is based on the 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 core.
- What wireless protocols does the STM32WLE5CCU6 support?
The device supports LoRaWAN, (G)FSK, (G)MSK, and BPSK protocols.
- What is the maximum data rate of the STM32WLE5CCU6?
The maximum data rate is 300 kbps.
- What is the operating temperature range of the STM32WLE5CCU6?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- What types of interfaces does the STM32WLE5CCU6 support?
The device supports GPIO, I2C, SPI, UART, and USB interfaces.
- How much flash memory and RAM does the STM32WLE5CCU6 have?
The device has up to 256 KB of flash memory and up to 64 KB of RAM.
- Does the STM32WLE5CCU6 support over-the-air firmware updates?
Yes, it supports OTA (over-the-air) firmware updates.
- What is the maximum output power of the STM32WLE5CCU6?
The maximum output power is 22 dBm.
- What is the sensitivity of the STM32WLE5CCU6 for LoRa modulation?
The sensitivity for LoRa modulation is -148 dBm.
- What package style and mounting method does the STM32WLE5CCU6 use?
The package style is UFQFPN-48, and the mounting method is surface mount.
