Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F4250IDL is a member of the MSP430 family of ultralow-power microcontrollers. This device is designed for various applications requiring low power consumption and advanced peripheral capabilities. The MSP430F4250IDL features a 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and a range of peripherals that make it suitable for analog and digital sensor systems, digital motor control, remote controls, thermostats, and other portable measurement applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | MSP430 CPU16, 16-bit RISC |
| Speed | Up to 8 MHz |
| Memory | 16 KB Flash, 256 B RAM |
| Analog to Digital Converter (ADC) | 16-bit Sigma-Delta ADC with internal reference and five differential analog inputs |
| Digital to Analog Converter (DAC) | 12-bit DAC |
| LCD Driver | Integrated LCD driver with contrast control for up to 56 segments |
| Timer | 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers |
| Power Supply | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Power Consumption | Active Mode: 250 μA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V; Standby Mode: 1.1 μA; Off Mode (RAM Retention): 0.1 μA |
| Package | 48-pin SSOP (DL) package |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
Key Features
- Ultralow-power consumption with five power-saving modes
- Wake-up from standby mode in less than 6 μs
- 16-bit RISC CPU with 125-ns instruction cycle time
- 16-bit Sigma-Delta ADC and 12-bit DAC
- Integrated LCD driver for up to 56 segments
- Brownout detector and bootstrap loader
- Serial onboard programming without external programming voltage
- Programmable code protection by security fuse
- Digitally controlled oscillator (DCO) and support for 32768 Hz watch crystal oscillator
Applications
- Analog and digital sensor systems
- Digital motor control
- Remote controls
- Thermostats
- Digital timers
- Hand-held meters
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MSP430F4250IDL?
The core processor is the MSP430 CPU16, a 16-bit RISC architecture.
- What is the maximum speed of the MSP430F4250IDL?
The maximum speed is up to 8 MHz.
- How much memory does the MSP430F4250IDL have?
The device has 16 KB of Flash memory and 256 B of RAM.
- What type of ADC does the MSP430F4250IDL feature?
The device features a 16-bit Sigma-Delta ADC with internal reference and five differential analog inputs.
- Does the MSP430F4250IDL have an integrated LCD driver?
Yes, it has an integrated LCD driver with contrast control for up to 56 segments.
- What are the power consumption modes of the MSP430F4250IDL?
The device has five power-saving modes: Active Mode, Low-Power Mode 0 (LPM0), Low-Power Mode 1 (LPM1), Low-Power Mode 2 (LPM2), Low-Power Mode 3 (LPM3), and Low-Power Mode 4 (LPM4).
- How quickly can the MSP430F4250IDL wake up from standby mode?
The device can wake up from standby mode in less than 6 μs.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F4250IDL?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- Does the MSP430F4250IDL support serial onboard programming?
Yes, it supports serial onboard programming without the need for an external programming voltage.
- What type of package is the MSP430F4250IDL available in?
The device is available in a 48-pin SSOP (DL) package.
