Overview
The TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller, produced by Texas Instruments, is a robust and feature-rich device targeted for various industrial applications. It is part of the Tiva C Series and is built around the 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M4F processor core, operating at a speed of 80 MHz. This microcontroller is designed to meet the demands of industrial environments, offering a wide range of peripherals and interfaces that make it suitable for remote monitoring, electronic point-of-sale machines, test and measurement equipment, and more.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-M4F |
| Core Size | 32-Bit Single-Core |
| Speed | 80 MHz |
| Program Memory Size | 32 KB (32K x 8) FLASH |
| RAM Size | 12 KB (12K x 8) SRAM |
| EEPROM Size | 2 KB (2K x 8) |
| Connectivity | CANbus, I²C, IrDA, Microwire, SPI, SSI, UART/USART |
| Data Converters | Two 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) |
| Number of I/O | Up to 49 GPIOs |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | 64-LQFP (10x10) |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 1.08V ~ 3.63V |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
Key Features
- Processor Core: 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M4F with a System Timer (SysTick), Nested Vectored Interrupt Controller (NVIC), Wake-Up Interrupt Controller (WIC), Memory Protection Unit (MPU), and IEEE754-compliant single-precision Floating-Point Unit (FPU).
- Memory: 32 KB single-cycle Flash, 12 KB single-cycle SRAM, and 2 KB EEPROM.
- Communication Interfaces: One CAN module (CAN 2.0 part A/B), eight UARTs with IrDA, 9-bit, and ISO 7816 support, four Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) modules, and six Inter-Integrated Circuit (I²C) modules.
- Analog Support: Two 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) with 12 analog input channels, two analog comparators, and 16 digital comparators.
- Timers and Watchdogs: Two ARM FiRM-compliant watchdog timers, six 32-bit general-purpose timers, six wide 64-bit general-purpose timers, and 12 Capture Compare PWM (CCP) pins.
- GPIO and Pin Muxing: Up to 49 GPIOs with programmable control for GPIO interrupts and pad configuration, and highly flexible pin muxing.
- Debugging: Full-featured debug solution with debug access via JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces, and IEEE 1149.1-1990 compliant Test Access Port (TAP) controller.
Applications
The TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller is versatile and can be used in a variety of industrial and commercial applications, including:
- Remote monitoring and control systems
- Electronic point-of-sale machines
- Test and measurement equipment
- Network appliances and switches
- Factory automation
- HVAC and building control systems
- Gaming equipment
- Transportation systems
- Fire and security systems
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller?
The core processor is the ARM® Cortex®-M4F.
- What is the operating speed of the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller?
The operating speed is 80 MHz.
- How much program memory does the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller have?
The microcontroller has 32 KB of FLASH program memory.
- What types of communication interfaces does the TM4C1230C3PMI support?
The microcontroller supports CANbus, I²C, IrDA, Microwire, SPI, SSI, and UART/USART interfaces.
- How many GPIOs does the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller have?
The microcontroller has up to 49 GPIOs.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What package type is the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller available in?
The microcontroller is available in a 64-LQFP (10x10) package.
- Does the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller support analog-to-digital conversion?
Yes, it supports two 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) with 12 analog input channels.
- What are some of the key applications for the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller?
Key applications include remote monitoring, electronic point-of-sale machines, test and measurement equipment, and factory automation.
- Is the TM4C1230C3PMI microcontroller RoHS compliant?
Yes, the microcontroller is ROHS3 compliant.
