Overview
The MSP430F5503IRGZT is a microcontroller from Texas Instruments, part of the MSP430 family. This device is designed for ultra-low power consumption and is optimized for extended battery life in portable measurement applications. It features a 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and constant generators for maximum code efficiency. The microcontroller includes integrated USB and PHY supporting USB 2.0, multiple timers, a hardware multiplier, DMA, and an RTC module with alarm capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Brand | Texas Instruments |
| MPN | MSP430F5503IRGZT |
| Model | MSP430F5503 |
| Frequency (MHz) | 25 |
| Nonvolatile memory (kByte) | 32 |
| RAM (kByte) | 4 |
| ADC type | Slope (Note: This model does not include a 10-bit ADC but has a comparator instead) |
| Number of GPIOs | 31 |
| UART | 1 |
| USB | Yes |
| Number of I2Cs | 1 |
| SPI | 2 |
| Number of comparator channels | 4 |
| Timers – 16-bit | 4 |
| Bootloader (BSL) | USB |
| Operating temperature range (°C) | -40 to 85 |
| Package | 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with various low-power modes (LPM3, LPM4, LPM4.5) and low supply-voltage range (3.6 V down to 1.8 V).
- 16-bit RISC architecture with up to 25-MHz system clock and extended memory capabilities.
- Integrated USB and PHY supporting USB 2.0 with full-speed universal serial bus and integrated 3.3-V and 1.8-V USB power system.
- Four 16-bit timers (Timer_A and Timer_B) and two universal serial communication interfaces (USCIs) supporting UART, SPI, and I2C.
- Hardware multiplier supporting 32-bit operations and three-channel internal DMA.
- Real-time clock (RTC) module with alarm capabilities and supply voltage supervision, monitoring, and brownout detection.
- Fast wakeup from standby in less than 5 µs.
Applications
The MSP430F5503IRGZT is suitable for various applications requiring low power consumption and advanced peripherals. Typical applications include:
- Analog and digital sensor systems.
- Data loggers that require connectivity to various USB hosts.
- Portable measurement devices where extended battery life is crucial.
Q & A
- What is the maximum frequency of the MSP430F5503IRGZT microcontroller?
The maximum frequency is 25 MHz. - How much nonvolatile memory does the MSP430F5503IRGZT have?
The device has 32 kBytes of nonvolatile memory. - What is the RAM size of the MSP430F5503IRGZT?
The device has 4 kBytes of RAM. - Does the MSP430F5503IRGZT have a 10-bit ADC?
No, this model does not include a 10-bit ADC but has a comparator instead. - How many GPIO pins does the MSP430F5503IRGZT have?
The device has 31 GPIO pins. - What are the low-power modes available on the MSP430F5503IRGZT?
The device supports various low-power modes including LPM3, LPM4, and LPM4.5. - What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F5503IRGZT?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C. - Does the MSP430F5503IRGZT support USB?
Yes, it supports full-speed USB 2.0 with integrated USB-PHY and power system. - How many timers does the MSP430F5503IRGZT have?
The device has four 16-bit timers. - What is the package type of the MSP430F5503IRGZT?
The package type is 48-VFQFN Exposed Pad.
