Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430F6736IPZR is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers. This device is specifically designed for single-phase metering applications and features a robust set of peripherals that make it ideal for various measurement tasks. The MSP430F6736IPZR boasts a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and constant generators, which contribute to maximum code efficiency. The architecture, combined with extensive low-power modes, is optimized to achieve extended battery life in portable measurement applications.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Package | LQFP (PZ) - 100 pins |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Flash Memory | 128 KB |
| RAM | 8 KB |
| Supply Voltage Range | 3.6 V down to 1.8 V |
| System Clock | Up to 25 MHz |
| ADCs | Three 24-bit Sigma-Delta ADCs, one 10-bit ADC |
| Timers | Four 16-bit timers |
| Communication Interfaces | Four enhanced universal serial communication interfaces (eUSCI_A0, eUSCI_A1, eUSCI_A2, eUSCI_B0) |
| RTC | Password-protected RTC with crystal offset calibration and temperature compensation |
| LCD Driver | Integrated LCD driver with contrast control for up to 320 segments in 8-Mux mode |
| Power Consumption (Active Mode) | 265 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V (typical) |
| Power Consumption (Standby Mode LPM3) | 1.7 µA at 2.2 V, 2.5 µA at 3.0 V (typical) |
Key Features
- Ultra-low power consumption with various low-power modes (LPM3, LPM4, LPM3.5, LPM4.5)
- Low supply voltage range: 3.6 V down to 1.8 V
- 16-bit RISC architecture with extended memory and up to 25-MHz system clock
- Fully integrated LDO with programmable regulated core supply voltage
- Supply voltage supervision, monitoring, and brownout detection
- System operation from up to two auxiliary power supplies
- 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)
- Three 24-bit sigma-delta ADCs with differential PGA inputs and one 10-bit ADC
- Integrated LCD driver with contrast control for up to 320 segments in 8-Mux mode
- Hardware multiplier supporting 32-bit operations
- Three-channel internal DMA and serial onboard programming without external programming voltage
- Password-protected RTC with crystal offset calibration and temperature compensation
- Separate voltage supply for backup subsystem and real-time clock with backup memory
Applications
The MSP430F6736IPZR is primarily designed for single-phase metering applications, including electronic watt-hour meters. Its features also make it suitable for other measurement and monitoring tasks in various industries such as:
- Smart Energy Meters
- Industrial Automation
- Medical Devices
- Portable Measurement Devices
- IoT Applications
Q & A
- What is the package type and pin count of the MSP430F6736IPZR?
The MSP430F6736IPZR comes in a 100-pin LQFP (PZ) package.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430F6736IPZR?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What are the key ADC features of the MSP430F6736IPZR?
The device features three 24-bit sigma-delta ADCs with differential PGA inputs and one 10-bit ADC.
- What are the power consumption characteristics of the MSP430F6736IPZR in different modes?
In active mode, it consumes 265 µA/MHz at 8 MHz, 3.0 V. In standby mode (LPM3), it consumes 1.7 µA at 2.2 V, 2.5 µA at 3.0 V.
- Does the MSP430F6736IPZR support serial onboard programming?
- What is the system clock frequency of the MSP430F6736IPZR?
The system clock frequency can go up to 25 MHz.
- What communication interfaces are available on the MSP430F6736IPZR?
The device features four enhanced universal serial communication interfaces (eUSCI_A0, eUSCI_A1, eUSCI_A2, eUSCI_B0).
- Does the MSP430F6736IPZR have an integrated LCD driver?
- What is the wake-up time from standby mode to active mode?
The device can wake up from standby mode to active mode in 3 µs (typical).
- Are there any specific development tools available for the MSP430F6736IPZR?
- What are the primary applications of the MSP430F6736IPZR?
The primary applications include single-phase metering, smart energy meters, industrial automation, medical devices, and IoT applications.
