Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F5438AIPZR is a 16-bit ultra-low-power microcontroller from the MSP430 family. This device is designed for a wide range of applications requiring low power consumption and high performance. It features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU, extensive low-power modes, and a variety of peripherals, making it ideal for battery-powered devices and other power-sensitive applications.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Processor Type | 16-bit RISC |
| Flash Program Memory | 256 KB |
| RAM | 16 KB |
| System Clock Speed | Up to 25 MHz |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40 °C to 85 °C |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit |
| Number of Timers | 3 (16-bit) |
| Number of USCIs | Up to 4 |
| I/O Pins | Up to 87 |
| Package Type | LQFP-100 |
| Package Dimensions | 14x14 mm |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with various low-power modes (Active, Standby, Off, Shutdown)
- Flexible power-management system with fully integrated LDO and supply voltage supervision
- Unified clock system with FLL control loop, VLO, and REFO
- Up to four universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs) supporting UART, IrDA, SPI, and I2C
- High-performance 12-bit ADC with autoscan feature and 14 external channels, 2 internal channels
- Hardware multiplier supporting 32-bit operations
- 3-channel internal DMA and basic timer with RTC feature
- Serial onboard programming without external programming voltage
Applications
The MSP430F5438AIPZR is suitable for a variety of applications, including:
- Battery-powered devices and portable measurement systems
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Medical devices and healthcare equipment
- Consumer electronics requiring low power consumption
- Automotive systems (though not PPAP compliant)
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock speed of the MSP430F5438AIPZR?
The maximum clock speed is up to 25 MHz. - What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F5438AIPZR?
The operating temperature range is -40 °C to 85 °C. - How much flash program memory does the MSP430F5438AIPZR have?
The device has 256 KB of flash program memory. - What types of communication interfaces are supported by the MSP430F5438AIPZR?
The device supports UART, IrDA, SPI, and I2C through its USCIs. - What is the resolution of the ADC in the MSP430F5438AIPZR?
The ADC resolution is 12 bits. - How many I/O pins does the MSP430F5438AIPZR have?
The device has up to 87 I/O pins. - What is the package type of the MSP430F5438AIPZR?
The package type is LQFP-100. - What are the power consumption characteristics of the MSP430F5438AIPZR in different modes?
The device has ultra-low power consumption in various modes: Active (230 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V), Standby (1.7 µA at 2.2 V), Off (1.2 µA at 3.0 V), and Shutdown (0.1 µA at 3.0 V). - Does the MSP430F5438AIPZR support serial onboard programming?
Yes, it supports serial onboard programming without an external programming voltage. - What is the purpose of the hardware multiplier in the MSP430F5438AIPZR?
The hardware multiplier supports 32-bit operations.
