Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F5358IPZ is a 16-bit microcontroller from the MSP430 family, renowned for its ultra-low power consumption and high performance. This device is part of the MSP430F535x series, which is optimized for extended 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 MSP430F5358IPZ is designed to cater to a wide range of applications, including consumer electronics, industrial automation, smart meters, home automation, portable medical devices, and low-power sensor systems.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller Type | 16-bit MSP430 RISC |
| Flash Memory | 384 KB |
| SRAM | 34 KB |
| Package Type | LQFP (PZ) with 100 pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.6 V down to 1.8 V |
| System Clock | Up to 20 MHz |
| ADC | 12-bit with internal shared reference, sample-and-hold, and autoscan feature |
| DAC | Two 12-bit with synchronization |
| Timers | Four 16-bit timers with 3, 5, or 7 capture/compare registers |
| USCIs | Three universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs) supporting UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C, and USB |
| Power Consumption | Active mode: 295 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V; Standby mode (LPM3): 2.0 µA at 2.2 V; Shutdown mode (LPM4.5): 0.45 µA at 3.0 V |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with five low-power modes
- Low supply voltage range: 3.6 V down to 1.8 V
- 16-bit RISC architecture with extended memory and up to 20-MHz system clock
- Fully integrated LDO with programmable regulated core supply voltage
- Supply voltage supervision, monitoring, and brownout
- Unified clock system with FLL control loop for frequency stabilization
- Low-power low-frequency internal clock source (VLO) and low-frequency trimmed internal reference source (REFO)
- Support for 32-kHz crystals (XT1) and high-frequency crystals up to 32 MHz (XT2)
- Three universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs) supporting UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C, and USB
- 12-bit analog-to-digital converter (ADC) and two 12-bit digital-to-analog converters (DACs)
- Voltage comparator and integrated LCD driver with contrast control for up to 160 segments
- Hardware multiplier supporting 32-bit operations
- Serial onboard programming without external programming voltage
- Six-channel internal DMA and RTC module with supply voltage backup switch
Applications
- Smart meters
- Home automation
- Portable medical devices
- Low-power sensor systems
- Consumer electronics
- Industrial automation systems
Q & A
- What is the MSP430F5358IPZ microcontroller's primary advantage?
The primary advantage is its ultra-low power consumption, making it ideal for battery-powered and low-power applications.
- What is the range of the supply voltage for the MSP430F5358IPZ?
The supply voltage range is from 3.6 V down to 1.8 V.
- What types of timers are available on the MSP430F5358IPZ?
Four 16-bit timers with 3, 5, or 7 capture/compare registers.
- Does the MSP430F5358IPZ support USB?
- What is the maximum system clock frequency of the MSP430F5358IPZ?
Up to 20 MHz.
- How many USCIs does the MSP430F5358IPZ have, and what do they support?
Three USCIs, each supporting UART, IrDA, SPI, I2C, and USB.
- What is the power consumption in active mode for the MSP430F5358IPZ?
295 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V.
- Does the MSP430F5358IPZ have an integrated LCD driver?
- What is the purpose of the hardware multiplier in the MSP430F5358IPZ?
The hardware multiplier supports 32-bit operations.
- How does the MSP430F5358IPZ support programming?
It supports serial onboard programming without the need for an external programming voltage.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F5358IPZ?
-40°C to 85°C.
