Overview
The MSP432E401YTPDT from Texas Instruments is a part of the SimpleLink microcontroller (MCU) platform, featuring a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4F processor core. This MCU is designed to provide top performance and advanced integration, making it suitable for cost-effective applications that require significant control processing and connectivity capabilities. The device integrates a variety of rich communication features, including Ethernet, CAN, USB, and multiple serial interfaces, along with high-performance analog and digital functions. It is supported by the SimpleLink MSP432 SDK, which offers a comprehensive software development environment and ensures code compatibility across the SimpleLink family of devices.
Key Specifications
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | 120-MHz Arm Cortex-M4F with Floating-Point Unit (FPU) |
| Flash Memory | 1024KB with 4-bank configuration and independent code protection for each bank |
| SRAM | 256KB with single-cycle access |
| EEPROM | 6KB with 500-kwrite per 2-page block and lock protection |
| Internal ROM | Loaded with SimpleLink SDK software and peripheral driver library |
| External Peripheral Interface | 8-, 16-, or 32-bit dedicated interface for peripherals and memory |
| Security Features | AES, DES, SHA/MD5, CRC, and tamper support |
| Analog Peripherals | Two 12-bit SAR-based ADC modules, three analog comparator controllers, and 16 digital comparators |
| Communication Interfaces | 10/100 Ethernet MAC, Ethernet PHY with IEEE 1588 PTP support, USB 2.0 OTG, eight UARTs, four QSSI modules, ten I2C modules, and two CAN 2.0 A/B controllers |
| Package | 128-pin TQFP (PDT) |
| Operating Temperature Range | –40°C to 105°C |
Key Features
- High-Performance Processor: 120-MHz Arm Cortex-M4F processor core with a floating-point unit (FPU).
- Advanced Connectivity: Integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC and PHY with IEEE 1588 PTP hardware support, USB 2.0 OTG, eight UARTs, four QSSI modules, ten I2C modules, and two CAN 2.0 A/B controllers.
- Security: Hardware accelerated AES, DES, SHA/MD5, CRC, and support for four tamper inputs with configurable tamper event response.
- Analog Capabilities: Two 12-bit SAR-based ADC modules, each supporting up to 2 million samples per second, three independent analog comparator controllers, and 16 digital comparators.
- Development Support: SimpleLink MSP432 SDK, LaunchPad development kit, and a comprehensive set of development tools and software.
- Power Management: Low-power battery-backed hibernation module and various power-saving features).
Applications
- Industrial Ethernet Gateway: Suitable for industrial automation and control systems requiring Ethernet connectivity).
- Industrial Smart Gateway: Ideal for smart industrial applications that need advanced processing and connectivity).
- Zone Controllers for Building Automation: Used in building automation systems for control and monitoring).
- Factory Automation Data Collectors and Gateway: Applicable in factory automation for data collection and transmission).
- Data Concentrators for Grid Infrastructure: Suitable for grid infrastructure applications requiring data concentration and transmission).
- Wireless to Ethernet Gateway: Used to bridge wireless and Ethernet networks in various applications).
Q & A
- What is the processor core of the MSP432E401YTPDT?
The MSP432E401YTPDT features a 120-MHz Arm Cortex-M4F processor core with a floating-point unit (FPU)).
- What are the key communication interfaces of the MSP432E401YTPDT?
The device includes 10/100 Ethernet MAC, Ethernet PHY with IEEE 1588 PTP support, USB 2.0 OTG, eight UARTs, four QSSI modules, ten I2C modules, and two CAN 2.0 A/B controllers).
- What security features does the MSP432E401YTPDT offer?
The device supports hardware accelerated AES, DES, SHA/MD5, CRC, and has support for four tamper inputs with configurable tamper event response).
- What is the memory configuration of the MSP432E401YTPDT?
The device has 1024KB of flash memory, 256KB of SRAM, and 6KB of EEPROM).
- What is the operating temperature range of the MSP432E401YTPDT?
The operating temperature range is –40°C to 105°C).
- What development tools and software are available for the MSP432E401YTPDT?
The device is supported by the SimpleLink MSP432 SDK, LaunchPad development kit, and various other development tools and software).
- What are some typical applications of the MSP432E401YTPDT?
Typical applications include industrial Ethernet gateways, industrial smart gateways, zone controllers for building automation, factory automation data collectors and gateways, data concentrators for grid infrastructure, and wireless to Ethernet gateways).
- What is the package type of the MSP432E401YTPDT?
The device is packaged in a 128-pin TQFP (PDT)).
- Does the MSP432E401YTPDT support low-power modes?
Yes, the device includes a low-power battery-backed hibernation module and various power-saving features).
- Is the MSP432E401YTPDT code compatible with other SimpleLink devices?
Yes, the MSP432E401YTPDT is code compatible with all members of the SimpleLink family using the SimpleLink MSP432 SDK).
