Overview
The MSP430F2350IRHAR is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers from Texas Instruments. This device is designed for applications requiring extended battery life and low power consumption. It features a 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and a range of peripherals optimized for various measurement and control tasks.
The MSP430F2350IRHAR comes in a 40-pin VQFN (RHA) package and is equipped with 16KB of flash memory, 512 bytes of SRAM, and 2KB of RAM. It includes a universal serial communication interface (USCI), two 16-bit timers, an analog comparator, and a 10-bit ADC, among other features.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller Family | MSP430 |
| Package Type | 40-pin VQFN (RHA) |
| Flash Memory | 16KB |
| SRAM | 512 bytes |
| RAM | 2KB |
| CPU Clock Speed | Up to 16 MHz |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 10-bit |
| Timers | Two 16-bit timers (Timer_A and Timer_B) with three capture/compare registers each |
| Universal Serial Communication Interface (USCI) | UART, SPI, I2C |
| Comparator | Analog comparator for slope analog-to-digital conversions and external signal monitoring |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Modes | Active mode and five low-power modes (LPM0 to LPM4) |
Key Features
- Ultra-Low Power Consumption: Optimized for extended battery life in portable applications with five low-power modes.
- 16-Bit RISC CPU: High code efficiency with 16-bit registers and seven addressing modes for source operands.
- Universal Serial Communication Interface (USCI): Supports UART, SPI, and I2C protocols.
- Timers and Capture/Compare Registers: Two 16-bit timers (Timer_A and Timer_B) with three capture/compare registers each for versatile timing and control functions.
- Analog Comparator: Supports precision slope analog-to-digital conversions, battery-voltage supervision, and external signal monitoring.
- Digital I/O Ports: Four 8-bit I/O ports (P1, P2, P3, P4) with edge-selectable interrupt capability and individually programmable pullup/pulldown resistors.
- Hardware Multiplier: Dedicated module for 16×16, 16×8, 8×16, and 8×8 bit multiplication and multiply-accumulate operations.
- Watchdog Timer (WDT+): Provides system restart after a software problem and can be configured as an interval timer.
- Brownout Protection: Ensures proper internal reset during power-on and power-off conditions.
Applications
- Portable Measurement Devices: Ideal for applications requiring extended battery life such as handheld meters, data loggers, and medical devices.
- Industrial Control Systems: Suitable for control and monitoring in industrial environments due to its robust peripherals and low power consumption.
- Automotive Systems: Can be used in automotive applications requiring low power and reliable operation, such as in-car diagnostics and sensor systems.
- Consumer Electronics: Applicable in consumer devices that need efficient power management, such as smart home devices and wearable technology.
- Wireless Sensing and IoT Devices: Suitable for wireless sensing and IoT applications where low power consumption is critical.
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock speed of the MSP430F2350IRHAR?
The maximum clock speed is up to 16 MHz.
- How much flash memory does the MSP430F2350IRHAR have?
The device has 16KB of flash memory.
- What types of serial communication interfaces are supported by the MSP430F2350IRHAR?
The device supports UART, SPI, and I2C protocols through its USCI module.
- What is the purpose of the analog comparator in the MSP430F2350IRHAR?
The analog comparator supports precision slope analog-to-digital conversions, battery-voltage supervision, and monitoring of external analog signals.
- How many low-power modes does the MSP430F2350IRHAR have?
The device has five low-power modes (LPM0 to LPM4) in addition to the active mode.
- What is the function of the Watchdog Timer (WDT+) in the MSP430F2350IRHAR?
The WDT+ provides a controlled system restart after a software problem and can be configured as an interval timer.
- What is the supply voltage range for the MSP430F2350IRHAR?
The supply voltage range is from 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- How many I/O ports does the MSP430F2350IRHAR have?
The device has four 8-bit I/O ports (P1, P2, P3, P4).
- What is the purpose of the hardware multiplier in the MSP430F2350IRHAR?
The hardware multiplier supports 16×16, 16×8, 8×16, and 8×8 bit multiplication and multiply-accumulate operations.
- Can the MSP430F2350IRHAR be used in automotive applications?
Yes, it can be used in automotive applications due to its low power consumption and reliable operation.
