Overview
The Texas Instruments MSP430G2101IPW14R is a member of the MSP430 family of ultralow-power microcontrollers. This device is designed to optimize power consumption, making it ideal for extended battery life in portable measurement applications. It features a powerful 16-bit RISC CPU, 16-bit registers, and constant generators that contribute to maximum code efficiency. The MSP430G2101IPW14R is available in a 14-pin Plastic Small-Outline Thin Package (TSSOP) and is part of the MSP430G2x01 and MSP430G2x11 series, which are known for their low-power mixed signal capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Part Number | MSP430G2101IPW14R |
| Package Type | TSSOP (PW) |
| Pins | 14 |
| Operating Temperature Range (°C) | -40 to 85 |
| Supply Voltage Range (V) | 1.8 to 3.6 |
| Frequency | Up to 16 MHz |
| Non-volatile Memory | 1 KB Flash |
| SRAM | 128 B |
| GPIO Pins | 10 |
| 16-bit Timers | 1 (Timer_A with two capture/compare registers) |
| Wake-Up Time from Standby | < 1 µs |
| Active Power Consumption | 220 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V |
| Standby Power Consumption | 0.5 µA |
| Off Mode (RAM Retention) Power Consumption | 0.1 µA |
Key Features
- Low Supply-Voltage Range: 1.8 V to 3.6 V
- Ultralow Power Consumption with five power-saving modes
- Ultrafast wake-up from standby mode in less than 1 µs
- 16-Bit RISC Architecture with 62.5-ns instruction cycle time
- Internal frequencies up to 16 MHz with one calibrated frequency
- Internal very low power low-frequency (LF) oscillator and 32-kHz crystal
- External digital clock source
- 16-Bit Timer_A with two capture/compare registers
- Brownout detector
- On-chip comparator for analog signal compare function or slope A/D
- Serial onboard programming, no external programming voltage needed, programmable code protection by security fuse
- On-chip emulation logic with Spy-Bi-Wire interface
Applications
The MSP430G2101IPW14R is typically used in low-cost sensor systems that capture analog signals, convert them to digital values, and then process the data for display or transmission to a host system. Other applications include portable measurement devices, energy harvesting systems, and other battery-powered devices where low power consumption is critical.
Q & A
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP430G2101IPW14R?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What is the supply voltage range for the MSP430G2101IPW14R?
The supply voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V.
- How many GPIO pins does the MSP430G2101IPW14R have?
The device has 10 GPIO pins.
- What is the maximum frequency of the MSP430G2101IPW14R?
The maximum frequency is up to 16 MHz.
- What are the power consumption levels in different modes?
Active mode: 220 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V; Standby mode: 0.5 µA; Off mode (RAM retention): 0.1 µA.
- Does the MSP430G2101IPW14R support serial onboard programming?
Yes, it supports serial onboard programming without the need for an external programming voltage, and it includes programmable code protection by security fuse.
- What kind of timers does the MSP430G2101IPW14R have?
The device has a 16-bit Timer_A with two capture/compare registers.
- Is the MSP430G2101IPW14R RoHS compliant?
Yes, the MSP430G2101IPW14R is RoHS compliant.
- What development tools are available for the MSP430G2101IPW14R?
Development tools include the MSP-FET430U14, MSP-TS430PW14, and MSP-TS430PW28A development boards, as well as the MSP-FET430U28A programmer bundle and ENERGYTRACE technology.
- What is the wake-up time from standby mode?
The wake-up time from standby mode is less than 1 µs.
