Overview
The MSP430FR2111IPW16R is a highly integrated, ultra-low-power microcontroller from Texas Instruments, part of the MSP430™ microcontroller value line sensing portfolio. This device features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU, extensive low-power modes, and a wide range of integrated peripherals. It is designed for energy-efficient operation, making it ideal for battery-powered and IoT applications. The MSP430FR2111IPW16R offers a migration path for 8-bit designs to gain additional features and functionality from peripheral integration and the benefits of ferroelectric RAM (FRAM).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller Type | 16-bit RISC |
| Maximum Clock Frequency | 16 MHz |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Nonvolatile Memory | Up to 3.75 KB FRAM |
| RAM | 1 KB SRAM |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 8-channel 10-bit ADC |
| Comparators | Enhanced comparator (eCOMP) |
| Timers | One 16-bit timer with three capture/compare registers (Timer_B3) |
| Serial Communications | Enhanced USCI A (eUSCI_A) supports UART, IrDA, and SPI |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | 16-pin TSSOP (PW16) |
| GPIO Pins | 12 I/Os |
| Low-Power Modes | Active mode: 120 µA/MHz, LPM3.5 with VLO: 1 µA, Shutdown (LPM4.5): 34 nA without SVS |
Key Features
- Ultra-Low Power Consumption: Optimized low-power modes to extend battery life in portable and IoT devices.
- High-Performance CPU: 16-bit RISC CPU for efficient data processing and control.
- Integrated Peripherals: Includes 10-bit ADC, enhanced comparator, 16-bit timers, and enhanced serial communications.
- Low-Power Ferroelectric RAM (FRAM): Up to 3.75 KB of nonvolatile memory with built-in error correction code (ECC) and configurable write protection.
- High-Performance Analog: Integrated temperature sensor, internal 1.5-V reference, and sample-and-hold 200 ksps.
- Compact Package: Housed in a small 16-pin TSSOP package for space-constrained applications.
- Enhanced Security: Provides hardware security features for protecting code and data integrity in connected systems.
- Capacitive Touch I/Os: All I/Os are capacitive touch I/Os, enabling versatile input functionalities.
Applications
- IoT Devices: Ideal for low-power Internet of Things (IoT) applications requiring efficient processing and connectivity.
- Wireless Sensor Networks: Suitable for building wireless sensor networks with long battery life and reliable performance.
- Embedded Control Systems: Used in various embedded control systems for industrial and consumer applications.
- Battery-Powered Systems: Suitable for applications such as appliance battery packs, battery monitoring, smoke detectors, and fitness accessories.
Q & A
- What is the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
The MSP430FR2111IPW16R is a low-power microcontroller from Texas Instruments, part of the MSP430FRx microcontroller family, designed for ultra-low-power and cost-sensitive applications.
- What is the maximum clock frequency of the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
The maximum clock frequency is 16 MHz.
- What type of memory does the MSP430FR2111IPW16R have?
It has up to 3.75 KB of nonvolatile FRAM and 1 KB of SRAM.
- What are the low-power modes available on the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
The device features active mode (120 µA/MHz), LPM3.5 with VLO (1 µA), and shutdown (LPM4.5) with 34 nA without SVS.
- What peripherals are integrated into the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
It includes an 8-channel 10-bit ADC, enhanced comparator, 16-bit timers, and enhanced serial communications (UART, IrDA, SPI).
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What package type is the MSP430FR2111IPW16R available in?
It is available in a 16-pin TSSOP (PW16) package.
- How many GPIO pins does the MSP430FR2111IPW16R have?
The device has 12 I/O pins.
- What are some common applications for the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
Common applications include IoT devices, wireless sensor networks, embedded control systems, and battery-powered systems.
- How does the MSP430FR2111IPW16R support energy-efficient operation?
The device supports ultra-low power consumption through various low-power modes and efficient power management features.
- What development tools and software are available for the MSP430FR2111IPW16R?
Free professional development environments, development kits, and family members with similar features are available for development and migration purposes.
