Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F2618TPM is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers. 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, contributing to maximum code efficiency. The MSP430F2618TPM includes a calibrated digitally controlled oscillator (DCO) that allows wake-up from low-power modes to active mode in less than 1 µs.
The device is packaged in a 64-pin LQFP (PM) package, making it suitable for various applications, including sensor systems, industrial control, hand-held meters, and medical imaging.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | MSP430 CPU16, 16-bit RISC |
| Speed | 16 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 116 KB + 256 bytes |
| RAM | 8 KB |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Power Consumption | Active mode: 365 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V; Standby mode (VLO): 0.5 µA; Off mode (RAM retention): 0.1 µA |
| ADC | 12-bit, internal reference, sample-and-hold, autoscan feature |
| DAC | Dual 12-bit, synchronization |
| Timers | 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers; 16-bit Timer_B with seven capture/compare registers with shadow registers |
| Communication Interfaces | Four USCIs: USCI_A0 and USCI_A1 (UART, LIN, IrDA, SPI); USCI_B0 and USCI_B1 (SPI, I2C) |
| Package | 64-pin LQFP (PM) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 105°C |
Key Features
- Low supply voltage range: 1.8 V to 3.6 V
- Ultra-low power consumption with multiple low-power modes
- Wake up from standby mode in less than 1 µs
- 16-bit RISC architecture with 62.5-ns instruction cycle time
- Three-channel internal DMA (MSP430F261x only)
- 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature
- Dual 12-bit digital-to-analog converters (DACs) with synchronization
- On-chip comparator
- Four universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs): UART, LIN, IrDA, SPI, I2C
- Supply voltage supervisor and monitor with programmable level detection
- Brownout detector
- Bootloader (BSL) and serial onboard programming without external programming voltage
- Programmable code protection by security fuse
Applications
- Sensor systems
- Industrial control applications
- Hand-held meters
- Medical imaging applications
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MSP430F2618TPM?
The core processor is the MSP430 CPU16, which is a 16-bit RISC architecture.
- What is the maximum speed of the MSP430F2618TPM?
The maximum speed is 16 MHz.
- How much flash memory and RAM does the MSP430F2618TPM have?
The device has 116 KB + 256 bytes of flash memory and 8 KB of RAM.
- What is the supply voltage range of the MSP430F2618TPM?
The supply voltage range is from 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- What are the power consumption characteristics of the MSP430F2618TPM?
The device consumes 365 µA in active mode at 1 MHz, 2.2 V; 0.5 µA in standby mode (VLO); and 0.1 µA in off mode (RAM retention).
- What types of communication interfaces does the MSP430F2618TPM support?
The device supports four USCIs: USCI_A0 and USCI_A1 (UART, LIN, IrDA, SPI); USCI_B0 and USCI_B1 (SPI, I2C).
- What is the package type and pin count of the MSP430F2618TPM?
The device is packaged in a 64-pin LQFP (PM) package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F2618TPM?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 105°C.
- Does the MSP430F2618TPM support DMA and what are its features?
Yes, it supports three-channel internal DMA, which is exclusive to the MSP430F261x series.
- What are some of the key applications for the MSP430F2618TPM?
The device is suitable for sensor systems, industrial control applications, hand-held meters, and medical imaging applications.
