Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F2618TPMR 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, 16-bit registers, and constant generators that contribute to maximum code efficiency. The MSP430F2618TPMR is part of the MSP430F261x series, which includes various peripherals such as two 16-bit timers, a fast 12-bit ADC, a comparator, two 12-bit DACs, four USCI modules, and a DMA controller.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Package | LQFP (PM) with 64 pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 105°C |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Flash Memory | 116 KB + 256 bytes |
| SRAM | 8 KB |
| Clock Speed | 16 MHz |
| ADC | 12-bit, 8 channels, with internal reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature |
| DAC | Dual 12-bit, with synchronization |
| Timers | 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers, 16-bit Timer_B with seven capture/compare registers with shadow registers |
| USCI Modules | Four universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs): USCI_A0, USCI_A1, USCI_B0, USCI_B1 |
| 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 |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with multiple low-power modes
- 16-bit RISC architecture with 62.5-ns instruction cycle time
- Three-channel internal DMA
- 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): USCI_A0, USCI_A1, USCI_B0, USCI_B1
- Enhanced UART supporting automatic baud-rate detection, IrDA encoder and decoder, and synchronous SPI
- Supply voltage supervisor and monitor with programmable level detection and 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
- Factory control and automation
- Building and home automation
- Grid infrastructure and metering
- Portable test and measurement equipment
- Health, medical, and fitness applications
- Consumer electronics
Q & A
- What is the operating voltage range of the MSP430F2618TPMR?
The operating voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- How much power does the MSP430F2618TPMR consume in active mode?
In active mode, it consumes 365 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V.
- What types of timers are available on the MSP430F2618TPMR?
The device features a 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers and a 16-bit Timer_B with seven capture/compare registers with shadow registers.
- Does the MSP430F2618TPMR support serial communication interfaces?
Yes, it supports four universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs): USCI_A0, USCI_A1, USCI_B0, and USCI_B1, including UART, SPI, and I2C.
- What is the memory configuration of the MSP430F2618TPMR?
The device has 116 KB of flash memory and 8 KB of SRAM.
- What are the low-power modes available on the MSP430F2618TPMR?
The device has one active mode and five software-selectable low-power modes: LPM0, LPM1, LPM2, LPM3, and LPM4.
- How quickly can the MSP430F2618TPMR wake up from standby mode?
The device can wake up from standby mode in less than 1 µs.
- Does the MSP430F2618TPMR have onboard programming capabilities?
Yes, it supports serial onboard programming without the need for an external programming voltage.
- What types of converters are available on the MSP430F2618TPMR?
The device features a 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) and dual 12-bit digital-to-analog converters (DACs) with synchronization.
- What is the package type and pin count of the MSP430F2618TPMR?
The device is available in a 64-pin LQFP (PM) package.
