Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F149IPAGR is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers (MCUs). This device is designed to optimize power consumption and extend battery life in portable measurement applications. It features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU with 16-bit registers and constant generators, ensuring maximum code efficiency. The MSP430F149IPAGR is part of a broader family that includes various devices with different peripheral sets, making it versatile for multiple applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Series | MSP430F149 |
| Package Type | TQFP (PAG) with 64 pins |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Active Power Consumption | 280 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V |
| Standby Power Consumption | 1.6 µA |
| Off Mode (RAM Retention) Power Consumption | 0.1 µA |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Non-volatile Memory | 60 KB Flash + 256 Bytes |
| RAM | 2 KB |
| ADC | 12-bit ADC with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature |
| Timers | 16-bit Timer_B with seven capture/compare-with-shadow registers, 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers |
| Comparators | On-chip comparator |
| Serial Communication Interface | Two USARTs (USART0, USART1), functions as asynchronous UART or synchronous SPI interface |
| GPIO Pins | 48 |
| Wakeup Time from Standby Mode |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with five power-saving modes
- 16-bit RISC architecture with 125-ns instruction cycle time
- 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature
- On-chip comparator and hardware multiplier
- Serial onboard programming, no external programming voltage needed, programmable code protection by security fuse
- Two USARTs (USART0, USART1) that function as asynchronous UART or synchronous SPI interface
- 16-bit Timer_B with seven capture/compare-with-shadow registers and 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers
- Wakeup from standby mode in less than 6 µs
- 48 I/O pins with various peripheral functions such as timers, comparators, SPI, UART, and A/D conversion
Applications
The MSP430F149IPAGR is suitable for a wide range of applications that require ultra-low power consumption and high performance. These include:
- Portable measurement devices
- Battery-powered devices
- Wireless sensors and sensor networks
- Medical devices
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Consumer electronics requiring low power consumption
Q & A
- What is the supply voltage range of the MSP430F149IPAGR?
The supply voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- How much power does the MSP430F149IPAGR consume in active mode?
In active mode, it consumes 280 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V.
- What is the standby power consumption of the MSP430F149IPAGR?
The standby power consumption is 1.6 µA.
- What type of ADC does the MSP430F149IPAGR feature?
The device features a 12-bit ADC with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature.
- How many USARTs does the MSP430F149IPAGR have?
The device has two USARTs (USART0, USART1).
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F149IPAGR?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- How much non-volatile memory does the MSP430F149IPAGR have?
The device has 60 KB Flash + 256 Bytes of non-volatile memory.
- What is the wake-up time from standby mode for the MSP430F149IPAGR?
The wake-up time from standby mode is less than 6 µs.
- Does the MSP430F149IPAGR support serial onboard programming?
Yes, it supports serial onboard programming without the need for an external programming voltage.
- What types of timers are available on the MSP430F149IPAGR?
The device features a 16-bit Timer_B with seven capture/compare-with-shadow registers and a 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers.
