Overview
The STM8L151C6U6 is a member of the STM8L ultra-low-power 8-bit microcontroller family from STMicroelectronics. This device is part of the medium-density STM8L15x series, which is designed to provide high processing power while maintaining ultra-low power consumption. The STM8L151C6U6 operates within a voltage range of 1.8 V to 3.6 V and is available in temperature ranges of -40 °C to 85 °C, 105 °C, or 125 °C. It features an enhanced STM8 CPU core with a Harvard architecture and a 3-stage pipeline, offering up to 16 MIPS at 16 MHz. The device includes an integrated debug module with a SWIM interface for non-intrusive in-application debugging and ultra-fast Flash programming.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | STM8, 8-bit |
| Maximum Frequency | 16 MHz |
| Flash Program Memory | Up to 32 Kbytes |
| Data EEPROM | 1 Kbyte with ECC, RWW |
| RAM | Up to 2 Kbytes |
| Operating Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V (down to 1.65 V at power down) |
| Temperature Range | -40 °C to 85 °C, 105 °C, or 125 °C |
| Low Power Modes | Wait, Low power run (5.1 µA), Low power wait (3 µA), Active-halt with full RTC (1.3 µA), Halt (350 nA) |
| Power Consumption | 195 µA/MHz + 440 µA |
| I/O Leakage | 50 nA |
| Wakeup Time from Halt | 4.7 µs |
| Package | UFQFPN 48 7x7x0.55 mm |
Key Features
- Advanced STM8 Core: Harvard architecture and 3-stage pipeline, up to 16 MIPS at 16 MHz.
- Low Power Features: 5 low power modes, ultra-low leakage per I/O, fast wakeup from Halt.
- Memories: Up to 32 Kbytes of Flash program memory, 1 Kbyte of data EEPROM with ECC, RWW, and up to 2 Kbytes of RAM.
- DMA: 4 channels supporting peripherals like ADC, DAC, SPI, I2C, USART, and timers.
- ADC and DAC: 12-bit ADC up to 1 Msps/25 channels, 12-bit DAC with output buffer.
- Timers: Two 16-bit timers, one 16-bit advanced control timer, and one 8-bit timer.
- Communication Interfaces: SPI, Fast I2C 400 kHz SMBus and PMBus™, USART (ISO 7816 interface and IrDA).
- Capacitive Sensing: Up to 16 capacitive sensing channels supporting touchkey, proximity, linear touch, and rotary touch sensors.
- Development Support: Fast on-chip programming and non-intrusive debugging with SWIM, bootloader using USART.
Applications
- Industrial Automation: Suitable for low-power industrial control systems and automation.
- Consumer Electronics: Ideal for battery-powered devices requiring low power consumption.
- Medical Devices: Can be used in medical devices that need ultra-low power and reliable performance.
- Automotive Systems: Applicable in automotive systems where low power and robust performance are essential.
- IoT Devices: Suitable for Internet of Things (IoT) devices that require low power and efficient processing.
Q & A
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM8L151C6U6?
The maximum operating frequency is 16 MHz, providing up to 16 CISC MIPS peak performance.
- What are the low power modes available in the STM8L151C6U6?
The device features five low power modes: Wait, Low power run (5.1 µA), Low power wait (3 µA), Active-halt with full RTC (1.3 µA), and Halt (350 nA).
- What is the power consumption of the STM8L151C6U6?
The power consumption is 195 µA/MHz + 440 µA.
- What types of timers are available in the STM8L151C6U6?
The device includes two 16-bit timers with 2 channels, one 16-bit advanced control timer with 3 channels, and one 8-bit timer with a 7-bit prescaler.
- Does the STM8L151C6U6 support capacitive sensing?
Yes, it supports up to 16 capacitive sensing channels for touchkey, proximity, linear touch, and rotary touch sensors.
- What communication interfaces are available on the STM8L151C6U6?
The device includes SPI, Fast I2C 400 kHz SMBus and PMBus™, and USART (ISO 7816 interface and IrDA).
- How does the STM8L151C6U6 support development and debugging?
The device supports fast on-chip programming and non-intrusive debugging with SWIM, and a bootloader using USART.
- What is the package type and size of the STM8L151C6U6?
The device is available in a UFQFPN 48 7x7x0.55 mm package.
- Does the STM8L151C6U6 have a temperature sensor?
Yes, the device includes an internal temperature sensor.
- What is the purpose of the SWIM interface in the STM8L151C6U6?
The SWIM interface allows for non-intrusive in-application debugging and ultra-fast Flash programming.
