Overview
The TM4C129DNCPDTI3 is a 32-bit microcontroller from Texas Instruments, part of the Tiva™ C Series. It is based on the ARM® Cortex™-M4F processor core, offering high performance and a wide range of integrated peripherals. This microcontroller is designed to enable highly connected designs with real-time control capabilities, making it suitable for various applications from human machine interfaces to networked system management controllers. The device benefits from ARM's widely available development tools, a robust System-on-Chip (SoC) infrastructure, and a large user community. Additionally, it uses the Thumb®-compatible Thumb-2 instruction set to optimize memory usage and reduce costs.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | ARM® Cortex™-M4F |
| Operating Frequency | 120 MHz, 150 DMIPS performance |
| Flash Memory | 1024 KB |
| SRAM | 256 KB single-cycle System SRAM |
| EEPROM | 6 KB |
| Package | 128-pin TQFP (PDT) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to 85°C (Industrial), -40°C to 105°C (Extended) |
| Communication Interfaces | UARTs, QSSI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet MAC, USB 2.0 OTG/Host/Device |
| Security Features | AES, DES, SHA/MD5, CRC, Tamper Inputs |
| Analog Peripherals | Two 12-bit ADC modules, Analog Comparators, Digital Comparators |
Key Features
- Performance: 120-MHz operation with 150 DMIPS performance.
- Memory: 1024 KB Flash, 256 KB single-cycle System SRAM, and 6 KB of EEPROM.
- Security: Cyclical Redundancy Check (CRC), Advanced Encryption Standard (AES), Data Encryption Standard (DES), and Hardware Accelerated Hash (SHA/MD5).
- Communication Interfaces: Eight UARTs, four QSSI modules, ten I2C modules, two CAN 2.0 A/B controllers, 10/100 Ethernet MAC, and USB 2.0 OTG/Host/Device.
- Analog Peripherals: Two 12-bit ADC modules, three integrated analog comparators, and 16 digital comparators.
- Timers and Counters: Eight 16/32-bit General-Purpose Timer (GPTM) blocks and two watchdog timers.
- GPIO and PWM: 15 physical General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) blocks and one Pulse Width Modulator (PWM) module with eight PWM outputs.
- Quadrature Encoder Interface (QEI): One QEI module for motor control applications.
- Low-Power Features: Low-power battery-backed Hibernation module.
Applications
- Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs): For interactive control and display systems.
- Networked System Management Controllers: For managing and controlling networked devices.
- Industrial Automation: For control and monitoring in industrial environments.
- IoT Devices: For connected devices requiring high performance and low power consumption.
- Automotive Systems: For various automotive control and monitoring applications.
- Medical Devices: For medical equipment requiring precise control and data processing.
Q & A
- What is the processor core of the TM4C129DNCPDTI3?
The processor core is the ARM® Cortex™-M4F.
- What is the operating frequency of the TM4C129DNCPDTI3?
The operating frequency is 120 MHz with 150 DMIPS performance.
- How much Flash memory does the TM4C129DNCPDTI3 have?
The device has 1024 KB of Flash memory.
- What security features are available on the TM4C129DNCPDTI3?
The device includes AES, DES, SHA/MD5, CRC, and tamper inputs.
- What communication interfaces are supported by the TM4C129DNCPDTI3?
The device supports UARTs, QSSI, I2C, CAN, Ethernet MAC, and USB 2.0 OTG/Host/Device.
- What is the operating temperature range of the TM4C129DNCPDTI3?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to 85°C (Industrial) and -40°C to 105°C (Extended).
- Does the TM4C129DNCPDTI3 support low-power modes?
Yes, it includes a low-power battery-backed Hibernation module.
- How many GPIO blocks does the TM4C129DNCPDTI3 have?
The device has 15 physical General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) blocks.
- What analog peripherals are available on the TM4C129DNCPDTI3?
The device includes two 12-bit ADC modules, three integrated analog comparators, and 16 digital comparators.
- Is the TM4C129DNCPDTI3 code-compatible with other Tiva™ C Series microcontrollers?
Yes, it is code-compatible with all members of the Tiva™ C Series.
