Overview
The TM4C123GH6PM microcontroller, produced by Texas Instruments, is a robust and feature-rich device targeted for a wide range of industrial applications. It is based on the 32-bit ARM® Cortex™-M4 processor core, operating at a frequency of up to 80 MHz. This microcontroller is designed to meet the demands of various industrial sectors, including remote monitoring, electronic point-of-sale machines, test and measurement equipment, and more.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | 32-bit ARM® Cortex™-M4, 80 MHz |
| Memory | 256 KB single-cycle Flash, 32 KB single-cycle SRAM, 2 KB EEPROM |
| Communication Interfaces | Two CAN modules (CAN 2.0 part A/B), USB 2.0 full-speed and low-speed, USB OTG/Host/Device mode |
| Timers and Counters | Six 32-bit general-purpose timers, six wide 64-bit general-purpose timers, 12 16/32-bit and 12 32/64-bit Capture Compare PWM (CCP) pins |
| PWM and Motion Control | Eight PWM generator blocks, two Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) modules |
| GPIO | Up to 43 GPIOs with programmable control and flexible pin muxing |
| Clock Sources | Precision Oscillator (PIOSC), Main Oscillator (MOSC), 32.768-kHz external oscillator, Internal 30-kHz Oscillator |
| Debugging | Debug access via JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces, IEEE 1149.1-1990 compliant Test Access Port (TAP) controller |
| Operating Temperature | Industrial-range (-40°C to 85°C) |
| Package | RoHS-compliant 64-pin LQFP |
Key Features
- Integrated Nested Vectored Interrupt Controller (NVIC), Wake-Up Interrupt Controller (WIC) with clock gating, and Memory Protection Unit (MPU)
- IEEE754-compliant single-precision Floating-Point Unit (FPU) and Embedded Trace Macro and Trace Port
- Advanced motion control with eight PWM generator blocks and two Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) modules
- Two ARM FiRM-compliant watchdog timers and multiple general-purpose timers
- Lower-power battery-backed Hibernation module with Real-Time Clock
- Full-featured debug solution with JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces
- Highly flexible pin muxing and programmable GPIO interrupts
Applications
- Remote monitoring
- Electronic point-of-sale machines
- Test and measurement equipment
- Network appliances and switches
- Factory automation
- HVAC and building control
- Gaming equipment
- Motion control
- Transportation
- Fire and security systems
Q & A
- What is the processor core of the TM4C123GH6PM microcontroller?
The TM4C123GH6PM microcontroller is based on the 32-bit ARM® Cortex™-M4 processor core.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the TM4C123GH6PM?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 80 MHz.
- What types of memory are available on the TM4C123GH6PM?
The microcontroller features 256 KB single-cycle Flash, 32 KB single-cycle SRAM, and 2 KB EEPROM.
- Does the TM4C123GH6PM support USB and CAN interfaces?
- What are the key features of the motion control capabilities of the TM4C123GH6PM?
The microcontroller includes eight PWM generator blocks and two Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) modules.
- How many GPIOs are available on the TM4C123GH6PM?
Up to 43 GPIOs are available, depending on the configuration.
- What are the clock sources available for the TM4C123GH6PM?
The microcontroller has multiple clock sources including Precision Oscillator (PIOSC), Main Oscillator (MOSC), 32.768-kHz external oscillator, and Internal 30-kHz Oscillator.
- What debugging interfaces are supported by the TM4C123GH6PM?
The microcontroller supports debug access via JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces, and it is IEEE 1149.1-1990 compliant.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TM4C123GH6PM?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What is the package type of the TM4C123GH6PM?
The microcontroller is packaged in a RoHS-compliant 64-pin LQFP.
