Overview
The TMS320C28344ZFEQ is a high-performance 32-bit microcontroller from Texas Instruments, part of the C2000™ Delfino™ MCU family. This device is designed for demanding real-time control applications, offering up to 300 MHz of floating-point performance. It is based on the C28x core, ensuring code compatibility with all C28x microcontrollers. The TMS320C28344ZFEQ features advanced peripherals and a low-latency core, making it an excellent solution for applications requiring high computational power and precise control.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Speed | Up to 300 MHz (3.33-ns Cycle Time) |
| Core Voltage | 1.1-V/1.2-V Core |
| I/O Voltage | 3.3-V I/O |
| PLL/Oscillator Voltage | 1.8-V PLL/Oscillator |
| CPU Type | 32-Bit CPU (TMS320C28x) with IEEE 754 Single-Precision Floating-Point Unit (FPU) |
| MAC Operations | 16 × 16 and 32 × 32 MAC Operations, 16 × 16 Dual MAC |
| Bus Architecture | Harvard Bus Architecture |
| On-Chip Memory | Up to 258K × 16 SARAM, 8K × 16 Boot ROM |
| External Interface | 16-Bit or 32-Bit External Interface (XINTF), More Than 2M × 16 Address Reach |
| DMA Controller | Six-Channel DMA Controller |
| Enhanced Control Peripherals | Eighteen Enhanced Pulse Width Modulator (ePWM) Outputs, Six 32-Bit Enhanced Capture (eCAP) Modules |
| Timers | Six 32-Bit Timers and Nine 16-Bit Timers, Three 32-Bit CPU Timers |
| Serial Port Peripherals | Up to 2 CAN Modules, Up to 3 SCI (UART) Modules, Up to 2 McBSP Modules (Configurable as SPI), Up to 2 SPI Modules, One Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) Bus |
| GPIO Pins | Up to 88 Individually Programmable, Multiplexed GPIO Pins With Input Filtering |
| Package Options | 256-Ball Plastic Ball Grid Array (BGA) |
| Temperature Options | T: –40°C to 105°C, S: –40°C to 125°C, Q: –40°C to 125°C (AEC Q100 qualification) |
Key Features
- High-performance static CMOS technology with up to 300 MHz clock speed.
- IEEE 754 single-precision floating-point unit (FPU) and MAC operations for high computational efficiency.
- Harvard bus architecture and fast interrupt response and processing.
- Six-channel DMA controller for efficient data transfer.
- Enhanced control peripherals including eighteen ePWM outputs and six eCAP modules.
- Multiple timers: six 32-bit timers, nine 16-bit timers, and three 32-bit CPU timers.
- Advanced serial port peripherals including CAN, SCI (UART), McBSP, SPI, and I2C.
- Up to 88 individually programmable, multiplexed GPIO pins with input filtering.
- Advanced emulation features for real-time debug using hardware.
Applications
- Industrial AC Inverter Drives
- Industrial Servo Amplifiers and Controllers
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining
- Uninterruptible and Server Power Supplies
- Telecom Equipment Power
- Solar Inverters
Q & A
- What is the maximum clock speed of the TMS320C28344ZFEQ?
The maximum clock speed is up to 300 MHz with a cycle time of 3.33 ns.
- What type of CPU does the TMS320C28344ZFEQ use?
The TMS320C28344ZFEQ uses a 32-bit CPU (TMS320C28x) with an IEEE 754 single-precision floating-point unit (FPU).
- How much on-chip memory does the TMS320C28344ZFEQ have?
The device has up to 258K × 16 SARAM and 8K × 16 Boot ROM.
- What are the key enhanced control peripherals of the TMS320C28344ZFEQ?
The key enhanced control peripherals include eighteen ePWM outputs and six eCAP modules.
- What serial port peripherals are available on the TMS320C28344ZFEQ?
The device includes up to 2 CAN modules, up to 3 SCI (UART) modules, up to 2 McBSP modules (configurable as SPI), up to 2 SPI modules, and one I2C bus.
- How many GPIO pins does the TMS320C28344ZFEQ have?
The device has up to 88 individually programmable, multiplexed GPIO pins with input filtering.
- What are the temperature options for the TMS320C28344ZFEQ?
The temperature options include T: –40°C to 105°C, S: –40°C to 125°C, and Q: –40°C to 125°C (AEC Q100 qualification).
- What package options are available for the TMS320C28344ZFEQ?
The device is available in a 256-ball Plastic Ball Grid Array (BGA) package.
- What are some typical applications of the TMS320C28344ZFEQ?
Typical applications include industrial AC inverter drives, industrial servo amplifiers and controllers, CNC machining, uninterruptible and server power supplies, telecom equipment power, and solar inverters.
- Does the TMS320C28344ZFEQ support real-time debugging?
