Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430FG439IPNR is a member of the MSP430 family of ultra-low power 16-bit microcontrollers. This device is designed to provide a robust and efficient solution for a wide range of low-power and portable applications. The MSP430FG439IPNR features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and constant generators that enhance code efficiency. It also includes a digitally controlled oscillator that allows for quick wakeup from low-power modes to active mode in less than 6µS.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Active Mode Power Consumption | 300 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V |
| Standby Mode Power Consumption | 1.1 µA |
| Flash Memory | 60 KB |
| SRAM | 2 KB |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit |
| DAC | Dual DAC |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 8 MHz |
| Package Options | Variety of packages available |
Key Features
- Ultra-low Power Consumption: Active mode: 300 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V; Standby mode: 1.1 µA
- High-Performance Analog: Integrated 12-bit ADC and dual DAC
- Instant Wakeup: Quick transition from low-power modes to active mode in less than 6µS
- Autonomous Peripherals: Operate independently to minimize CPU intervention
- Advanced Peripherals: Includes LCD drivers, Sigma-delta ADCs, and optimized serial communications
- Low-Power Modes: Seven low-power modes to optimize power consumption
- Development Support: Comprehensive software portfolio, MSP430 LaunchPad evaluation kit, and application-specific ecosystem
Applications
- Low Power and Portable Applications: Ideal for devices requiring long battery life and low power consumption
- Metering and Medical Applications: Integrated LCD controllers and other peripherals suitable for metering and medical devices
- Ultrasonic Sensing Applications: Suitable for gas and water flow metering applications with integrated ultrasonic sensing analog front end
- Capacitive Touch Sensing Applications: Features CapTIvate™ technology for reliable touch sensing in various conditions
- Energy Measurement and Smart Grid Applications: Used in the Energy Measurement Design Center for rapid development in power monitoring and energy measurement
Q & A
- What is the supply voltage range of the MSP430FG439IPNR?
The supply voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V
- What is the power consumption in active mode?
300 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V
- How much flash and SRAM does the MSP430FG439IPNR have?
60 KB of flash memory and 2 KB of SRAM
- What is the resolution of the ADC in the MSP430FG439IPNR?
12-bit ADC
- Does the MSP430FG439IPNR support capacitive touch sensing?
No, but other MSP430 models support capacitive touch sensing with CapTIvate™ technology
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the MSP430FG439IPNR?
Up to 8 MHz
- What kind of development support is available for the MSP430FG439IPNR?
Comprehensive software portfolio, MSP430 LaunchPad evaluation kit, and application-specific ecosystem
- Can the MSP430FG439IPNR be used in ultrasonic sensing applications?
While it is not specifically designed for ultrasonic sensing, other MSP430 models like the MSP430FR604x and MSP430FR504x are optimized for such applications
- How many low-power modes does the MSP430FG439IPNR have?
Seven low-power modes
- What kind of peripherals does the MSP430FG439IPNR support?
Includes LCD drivers, Sigma-delta ADCs, and optimized serial communications
