Overview
The TM4C123GH6PMI7 microcontroller, produced by Texas Instruments, is a high-performance 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 a robust set of peripherals and advanced analog integration, making it suitable for complex and demanding environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M4F |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 80 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB |
| SRAM | 32 KB |
| EEPROM | 2 KB |
| ADC Channels | 12 (12-bit SAR) |
| UARTs | 8 |
| I2C Modules | 4 |
| CAN Modules | 2 (CAN 2.0 part A/B) |
| USB | USB 2.0 OTG/Host/Device |
| GPIOs | Up to 43 |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C |
| Package Type | 64-pin LQFP |
Key Features
- Processor Core: 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M4F with 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.
- Communication Peripherals: Two Controller Area Network (CAN) modules, eight UARTs, four Synchronous Serial Interface (SSI) modules, and four Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) modules.
- USB Connectivity: USB 2.0 full-speed and low-speed operation with OTG/Host/Device mode.
- Analog Integration: Two 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC), two analog comparators, and 16 digital comparators.
- Motion Control: Eight Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) generator blocks and two Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) modules.
- Power Management: Lower-power battery-backed Hibernation module with Real-Time Clock and multiple clock sources.
- Debugging: Full-featured debug solution with debug access via JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces.
Applications
The TM4C123GH6PMI7 microcontroller is targeted for a variety of 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
- Motion control
- Transportation
- Fire and security systems
Q & A
- What is the processor core of the TM4C123GH6PMI7 microcontroller?
The processor core is a 32-bit ARM® Cortex®-M4F.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the TM4C123GH6PMI7?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 80 MHz.
- How much Flash memory does the TM4C123GH6PMI7 have?
The TM4C123GH6PMI7 has 256 KB of Flash memory.
- What types of communication peripherals are available on the TM4C123GH6PMI7?
The microcontroller features CAN, UART, SSI/SPI, I2C, and USB 2.0 OTG/Host/Device peripherals.
- Does the TM4C123GH6PMI7 support analog-to-digital conversion?
Yes, it has two 12-bit Analog-to-Digital Converters (ADC) with 12 analog input channels.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TM4C123GH6PMI7?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C.
- What package type is the TM4C123GH6PMI7 available in?
The microcontroller is available in a 64-pin LQFP package.
- Does the TM4C123GH6PMI7 support motion control features?
Yes, it includes eight Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) generator blocks and two Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI) modules.
- What debug interfaces are available on the TM4C123GH6PMI7?
The microcontroller supports debug access via JTAG and Serial Wire interfaces.
- What are some typical applications for the TM4C123GH6PMI7?
Typical applications include remote monitoring, electronic point-of-sale machines, test and measurement equipment, and more.
