Overview
The MSP430F6736AIPNR is a single-phase metering System-on-Chip (SoC) from Texas Instruments, designed for ultra-low power consumption and high performance. This microcontroller features a 16-bit RISC CPU, extended memory, and a variety of peripherals, making it ideal for applications requiring precise measurement and low power usage. The device is part of the MSP430F6xx family, which is optimized for extended battery life in portable measurement applications.
Key Specifications
Parameter | Value | Parameter | Value |
---|---|---|---|
Frequency (MHz) | 25 | Nonvolatile memory (kByte) | 128 |
RAM (kByte) | 8 | ADC type | 24-bit Sigma Delta |
Number of ADC channels | 3 | Number of GPIOs | 52 |
Operating temperature range (°C) | -40 to 85 | Package/Case | 80-LQFP |
Supply Voltage (V) | 1.8 V to 3.6 V | Timers - 16-bit | 4 |
UART | 3 | SPI | 4 |
I2C | 1 | Bootloader (BSL) | UART |
Key Features
- Ultra-Low Power Consumption: The device features various low-power modes, including Active Mode, Standby Mode (LPM3), Off Mode (LPM4), Shutdown RTC Mode (LPM3.5), and Shutdown Mode (LPM4.5), with typical currents as low as 0.78 µA at 3.0 V in Shutdown Mode.
- 16-Bit RISC Architecture: The microcontroller includes a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU with up to a 25-MHz system clock and extended memory capabilities.
- Advanced Sensing Capabilities: Equipped with three 24-bit sigma-delta ADCs and a 10-bit ADC, ensuring accurate analog measurements.
- Integrated Peripherals: Includes an LCD driver with integrated contrast control, real-time clock (RTC) with alarm capabilities, hardware multiplier, DMA module, and multiple communication interfaces such as UART, I2C, SPI, and IrDA.
- Flexible Power Management: Features a fully integrated LDO with programmable regulated core supply voltage, supply voltage supervision, monitoring, and brownout detection.
- Fast Wake-Up Time: The device can wake up from standby mode to active mode in 3 µs (typical).
Applications
The MSP430F6736AIPNR is suitable for a variety of applications due to its high performance and ultra-low power consumption. Some key application areas include:
- Portable Medical Devices: Ideal for devices that require precise measurements and extended battery life.
- Wireless Sensor Networks: Suitable for energy-harvesting systems and wireless sensor networks where low power consumption is critical).
- Smart Metering: Used in single-phase electronic watt-hour meter applications due to its advanced sensing capabilities and low power modes).
- Building Automation and Industrial Control: Applicable in industrial control systems and building automation due to its integrated peripherals and high performance).
Q & A
- What is the typical power consumption of the MSP430F6736AIPNR in Active Mode?
The typical power consumption in Active Mode is 265 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V, for flash program execution, and 140 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V, for RAM program execution).
- What are the different low-power modes available on the MSP430F6736AIPNR?
The device features Standby Mode (LPM3), Off Mode (LPM4), Shutdown RTC Mode (LPM3.5), and Shutdown Mode (LPM4.5)).
- What is the maximum system clock frequency of the MSP430F6736AIPNR?
The maximum system clock frequency is up to 25 MHz).
- How many ADC channels does the MSP430F6736AIPNR have?
The device has three 24-bit sigma-delta ADC channels and a 10-bit ADC).
- What communication interfaces are available on the MSP430F6736AIPNR?
The device includes UART, I2C, SPI, and IrDA communication interfaces).
- What is the package type and pin count of the MSP430F6736AIPNR?
The device comes in an 80-pin LQFP (Low Profile Quad Flat Package)).
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F6736AIPNR?
The operating temperature range is from -40°C to 85°C).
- Does the MSP430F6736AIPNR have an integrated LCD driver?
Yes, the device includes an integrated LCD driver with contrast control for up to 320 segments in 8-mux mode).
- What is the wake-up time from standby mode to active mode?
The wake-up time from standby mode to active mode is 3 µs (typical)).
- Is the MSP430F6736AIPNR suitable for industrial applications?
Yes, it is commonly used in industrial applications due to its high performance and low power consumption).