Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F2132 is an ultra-low-power microcontroller from the MSP430 family, designed for applications requiring extended battery life and low power consumption. This device features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU with 16-bit registers and constant generators, optimizing code efficiency. The MSP430F2132 includes two built-in 16-bit timers, a fast 10-bit A/D converter with an integrated reference, a data transfer controller (DTC), a comparator, and built-in communication capabilities via the universal serial communication interface. It is available in 28-pin TSSOP and 32-pin QFN packages, making it versatile for various embedded system designs.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Series | MSP430F21x2 |
| Core Processor | MSP430 |
| Core Size | 16-Bit |
| Speed | 16 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 8 KB (8K x 8 + 256B) |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| RAM Size | 512 x 8 |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 1.8 V ~ 3.6 V |
| Data Converters | 10-bit A/D Converter |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 105°C (TA) |
| Package / Case | 28-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width) |
| Number of I/O | 24 |
| Connectivity | I2C, IrDA, LIN, SCI, SPI, UART/USART |
| Peripherals | Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with active mode at 250 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V, and standby mode at 0.7 µA.
- Ultra-fast wake-up from standby mode in less than 1 µs.
- 16-bit RISC architecture with 62.5-ns instruction cycle time.
- Internal frequencies up to 16 MHz with four calibrated frequencies to ±1%.
- 10-bit 200-ksps A/D converter with internal reference, sample-and-hold, autoscan, and data transfer controller.
- Universal serial communication interface with enhanced UART, IrDA encoder and decoder, synchronous SPI, and I2C.
- Brownout detector and serial onboard programming with no external programming voltage needed).
- Programmable code protection by security fuse and bootstrap loader).
- On-chip emulation module for debugging).
Applications
The MSP430F2132 is optimized for various applications requiring low power consumption and extended battery life, such as:
- Portable measurement applications.
- Embedded systems in industrial automation, medical devices, and consumer electronics).
- Wireless sensor networks and IoT devices).
- Automotive systems, especially those requiring low power and reliable communication interfaces).
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MSP430F2132?
The core processor is the 16-bit MSP430 RISC CPU).
- What is the program memory size of the MSP430F2132?
The program memory size is 8 KB (8K x 8 + 256B)).
- What is the voltage supply range for the MSP430F2132?
The voltage supply range is from 1.8 V to 3.6 V).
- What types of communication interfaces does the MSP430F2132 support?
The device supports I2C, IrDA, LIN, SCI, SPI, and UART/USART).
- What is the operating temperature range for the MSP430F2132?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 105°C (TA)).
- How many I/O pins does the MSP430F2132 have?
The device has up to 24 I/O pins).
- What is the speed of the MSP430F2132 CPU?
The CPU speed is up to 16 MHz).
- Does the MSP430F2132 support onboard programming?
Yes, it supports serial onboard programming with no external programming voltage needed).
- What is the power consumption in active mode?
The power consumption in active mode is 250 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V).
- What is the wake-up time from standby mode?
The wake-up time from standby mode is less than 1 µs).
