Overview
The STM8L152K6T6 is an ultra-low-power 8-bit microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, part of the STM8L15x family. This device is designed to offer high performance while minimizing power consumption, making it ideal for a wide range of applications that require low energy usage.
The microcontroller features the enhanced STM8 CPU core, which provides increased processing power of up to 16 MIPS at 16 MHz. It is equipped with 32 KB of Flash program memory, 2 KB of RAM, and 1 KB of data EEPROM, ensuring ample storage for code and data.
The STM8L152K6T6 is well-suited for industrial, automotive, and consumer electronics applications where power efficiency is crucial.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | STM8, 8-bit |
| Core Speed | Up to 16 MHz |
| Program Memory | 32 KB Flash |
| RAM | 2 KB |
| Data EEPROM | 1 KB |
| Operating Power Supply Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V (down to 1.65 V at power down) |
| Temperature Range | -40 °C to 85 °C |
| Communication Interfaces | SPI, I²C, USART, IrDA |
| Peripherals | ADC, DAC, Timers, Comparators, LCD (up to 4x28 segments) |
| Low Power Modes | Wait, Low power run, Low power wait, Active-halt with full RTC, Halt |
| Supply Current Characteristics | 195 µA/MHz + 440 µA (typical) |
Key Features
- Advanced STM8 Core: Harvard architecture and 3-stage pipeline, providing up to 16 MIPS at 16 MHz.
- Low Power Modes: Five low power modes including Wait, Low power run, Low power wait, Active-halt with full RTC, and Halt, ensuring ultra-low power consumption.
- Communication Interfaces: SPI, I²C, USART, and IrDA for versatile communication options.
- Peripherals: 12-bit ADC, 12-bit DAC, timers, comparators, and LCD support for comprehensive functionality.
- Touch 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, and a bootloader using USART.
Applications
The STM8L152K6T6 is suitable for a variety of applications where low power consumption and high performance are critical:
- Industrial Automation: For control and monitoring systems that require low energy usage.
- Automotive Systems: Ideal for applications such as dashboard controls, sensors, and other automotive electronics.
- Consumer Electronics: Suitable for devices like remote controls, home appliances, and other consumer products that need to be energy-efficient.
- Medical Devices: For medical equipment that requires low power consumption and reliable performance.
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the STM8L152K6T6?
The core processor is the STM8, an 8-bit microcontroller.
- What is the maximum speed of the STM8L152K6T6?
The maximum speed is up to 16 MHz.
- How much program memory does the STM8L152K6T6 have?
The device has 32 KB of Flash program memory.
- What are the low power modes available on the STM8L152K6T6?
The device features five low power modes: Wait, Low power run, Low power wait, Active-halt with full RTC, and Halt.
- What communication interfaces are supported by the STM8L152K6T6?
The device supports SPI, I²C, USART, and IrDA communication interfaces.
- Does the STM8L152K6T6 support touch sensing?
Yes, it supports up to 16 capacitive sensing channels for touchkey, proximity, linear touch, and rotary touch sensors.
- What is the operating power supply range of the STM8L152K6T6?
The operating power supply range is from 1.8 V to 3.6 V (down to 1.65 V at power down).
- What is the temperature range for the STM8L152K6T6?
The temperature range is from -40 °C to 85 °C.
- Does the STM8L152K6T6 have any built-in peripherals?
Yes, it includes peripherals such as ADC, DAC, timers, comparators, and LCD support.
- How does the STM8L152K6T6 support development?
The device supports fast on-chip programming and non-intrusive debugging with SWIM, and a bootloader using USART.
