Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430FR5994IPNR is a highly advanced 16-bit microcontroller (MCU) designed to optimize low power consumption and high performance. This MCU features a 16-bit RISC architecture with a clock speed of up to 16 MHz. It is equipped with 256KB of ferroelectric random access memory (FRAM) and 8KB of SRAM, providing ample memory for complex applications. The MSP430FR5994IPNR also includes a low-energy accelerator (LEA) for efficient digital signal processing, making it ideal for applications requiring fast data processing without the need for DSP expertise.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Microcontroller Type | 16-bit RISC MCU |
| Clock Speed | Up to 16 MHz |
| Memory | 256KB FRAM, 8KB SRAM |
| Package | LQFP (80 pins) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Active Mode Current | 118 µA/MHz |
| Standby Mode Current (LPM3) | 500 nA |
| Standby Mode Current with RTC (LPM3.5) | 350 nA |
| Shutdown Mode Current (LPM4.5) | 45 nA |
| Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) | 12-bit, up to 20 external input channels |
| Analog Comparator | 16-channel |
| Serial Communication Ports | Up to four eUSCI_A (UART, IrDA, SPI), up to four eUSCI_B (I2C) |
| Timers | Six 16-bit timers with up to seven capture/compare registers each |
Key Features
- Low-Energy Accelerator (LEA): For efficient digital signal processing, offering up to 40x faster performance than Arm Cortex-M0+ cores for tasks like FFT, FIR, and matrix multiplication.
- Ultra-Low-Power Modes: Active mode: 118 µA/MHz, Standby with VLO (LPM3): 500 nA, Standby with RTC (LPM3.5): 350 nA, Shutdown (LPM4.5): 45 nA.
- Memory and Storage: 256KB of FRAM and 8KB of SRAM, with 4KB of RAM shared with the LEA subsystem.
- Analog and Digital Peripherals: 12-bit ADC, 16-channel analog comparator, 32-bit hardware multiplier, six 16-bit timers, and 32- and 16-bit CRC.
- Security and Encryption: 128- or 256-bit AES security encryption and decryption coprocessor, random number seed for random number generation algorithms.
- Flexible Clock System: Fixed-frequency DCO with 10 selectable factory-trimmed frequencies, low-power low-frequency internal clock source (VLO), and support for 32-kHz and high-frequency crystals.
- Development Tools and Software: Supported by MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad development kit, MSP-TS430PN80B target socket board, and MSP430Ware software.
Applications
- Grid Infrastructure: For smart grid and energy management systems.
- Factory Automation & Control: In industrial automation and control systems.
- Building Automation: For building management and automation.
- Wearable Fitness & Activity Monitors: In wearable electronics and fitness tracking devices.
- Wearable Electronics: General use in various wearable electronic devices.
Q & A
- What is the clock speed of the MSP430FR5994IPNR MCU?
The clock speed of the MSP430FR5994IPNR MCU is up to 16 MHz.
- How much memory does the MSP430FR5994IPNR have?
The MSP430FR5994IPNR has 256KB of FRAM and 8KB of SRAM.
- What is the low-energy accelerator (LEA) in the MSP430FR5994IPNR?
The LEA is a subsystem for efficient digital signal processing, offering up to 40x faster performance than Arm Cortex-M0+ cores for tasks like FFT, FIR, and matrix multiplication.
- What are the ultra-low-power modes of the MSP430FR5994IPNR?
The ultra-low-power modes include Active mode: 118 µA/MHz, Standby with VLO (LPM3): 500 nA, Standby with RTC (LPM3.5): 350 nA, and Shutdown (LPM4.5): 45 nA.
- What types of serial communication ports are available on the MSP430FR5994IPNR?
The MCU has up to four eUSCI_A (UART, IrDA, SPI) and up to four eUSCI_B (I2C) serial communication ports.
- Does the MSP430FR5994IPNR support capacitive-touch capability?
- What development tools and software are available for the MSP430FR5994IPNR?
The MCU is supported by the MSP-EXP430FR5994 LaunchPad development kit, MSP-TS430PN80B target socket board, and MSP430Ware software.
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430FR5994IPNR?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- Does the MSP430FR5994IPNR have built-in security features?
- What types of timers are available on the MSP430FR5994IPNR?
The MCU has six 16-bit timers with up to seven capture/compare registers each.
