Overview
The TM4C1230H6PM microcontroller, produced by Texas Instruments, is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4F based microcontroller. It is part of the Tiva C Series and is designed for a wide range of industrial applications. This microcontroller features an 80-MHz processor core, integrated memory, and various peripherals that make it suitable for complex embedded systems.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4F, 80 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB single-cycle Flash up to 40 MHz |
| SRAM | 32 KB single-cycle SRAM |
| EEPROM | 2 KB |
| Package | 64-pin LQFP (PM) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Serial Interfaces | Eight UARTs, four SSI modules, six I2C modules |
| ADC | Two 12-bit ADCs with 12 analog input channels |
| Timers | Six 32-bit general-purpose timers, six wide 64-bit general-purpose timers |
| GPIOs | Up to 49 GPIOs |
| Debug Interface | JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces |
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: 256 KB single-cycle Flash, 32 KB single-cycle SRAM, and 2 KB EEPROM.
- Serial Interfaces: Eight UARTs with IrDA, 9-bit, and ISO 7816 support; four Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) modules; 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: Six 32-bit general-purpose timers, six wide 64-bit general-purpose timers, and two ARM FiRM-compliant watchdog timers.
- GPIOs and Pin Muxing: Up to 49 GPIOs with programmable control for GPIO interrupts and pad configuration, and highly flexible pin muxing.
- Debug Solution: 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 TM4C1230H6PM microcontroller is targeted for various industrial applications, including:
- Remote monitoring
- Electronic point-of-sale machines
- Test and measurement equipment
- Network appliances and switches
- Factory automation
- HVAC and building control
- Gaming equipment
- Transportation
- Fire and security systems
Q & A
- What is the processor core of the TM4C1230H6PM microcontroller?
The processor core is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4F running at 80 MHz.
- How much Flash and SRAM memory does the TM4C1230H6PM have?
The microcontroller has 256 KB of single-cycle Flash and 32 KB of single-cycle SRAM.
- What types of serial interfaces are available on the TM4C1230H6PM?
The microcontroller features eight UARTs, four SSI modules, and six I2C modules.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TM4C1230H6PM?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- Does the TM4C1230H6PM support any debug interfaces?
Yes, it supports JTAG and Serial Wire debug interfaces.
- How many GPIOs are available on the TM4C1230H6PM?
Up to 49 GPIOs are available, depending on the configuration.
- What types of timers are included in the TM4C1230H6PM?
The microcontroller includes six 32-bit general-purpose timers and six wide 64-bit general-purpose timers.
- Does the TM4C1230H6PM have any watchdog timers?
Yes, it includes two ARM FiRM-compliant watchdog timers.
- What are some of the industrial applications for the TM4C1230H6PM?
It is used in remote monitoring, electronic point-of-sale machines, test and measurement equipment, network appliances, factory automation, HVAC and building control, gaming equipment, transportation, and fire and security systems.
- Is the TM4C1230H6PM RoHS-compliant?
Yes, the TM4C1230H6PM is RoHS-compliant.
