MSP430FR5729IRHAT

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices
• Characteristics: Low power consumption, high performance, integrated peripherals
• Package: 64-pin QFN package
• Essence: A microcontroller designed for low-power applications with integrated FRAM memory and various peripherals
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and reel packaging, quantity varies

Specifications

• Architecture: 16-bit RISC
• CPU Speed: Up to 8 MHz
• Flash Memory: 128 KB
• RAM: 4 KB
• FRAM: 16 KB
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 3.6V
• Digital I/O Pins: 47
• Analog Inputs: 16
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers: 4x 16-bit timers
• ADC Resolution: 12-bit
• Temperature Sensor: Yes
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MSP430FR5729IRHAT has a total of 64 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• P1.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P2.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P3.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P4.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P5.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P6.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P7.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P8.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P9.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P10.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• A0-A15: Analog input pins
• AVCC: Analog power supply voltage
• DVCC: Digital power supply voltage
• VCC: Supply voltage
• GND: Ground

Functional Features

• Low-power operation: The MSP430FR5729IRHAT is designed for low-power applications, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and energy-efficient systems.
• Integrated FRAM memory: The microcontroller features integrated Ferroelectric Random Access Memory (FRAM), which offers non-volatile storage with fast write speeds and high endurance.
• Rich set of peripherals: It includes various peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, timers, and an ADC, providing flexibility for different application requirements.
• Temperature sensor: The built-in temperature sensor allows for accurate temperature measurements without the need for external components.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption enables longer battery life in portable devices. - Integrated FRAM memory provides fast and reliable non-volatile storage. - Wide range of peripherals allows for versatile application development. - Temperature sensor simplifies temperature monitoring in embedded systems.

Disadvantages: - Limited flash memory compared to some other microcontrollers in the same category. - Higher cost compared to some alternative models with similar specifications.

Working Principles

The MSP430FR5729IRHAT operates on a 16-bit RISC architecture. It executes instructions fetched from its flash memory using a reduced instruction set, which helps optimize performance and power consumption. The microcontroller can communicate with external devices through its various communication interfaces, and its integrated peripherals enable the control and monitoring of external components. The low-power design allows for efficient operation in battery-powered applications, while the FRAM memory provides reliable non-volatile storage.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MSP430FR5729IRHAT is suitable for a wide range of applications, including but not limited to:

1. Internet of Things (IoT) devices: The microcontroller's low power consumption and integrated peripherals make it ideal for IoT applications such as smart home devices, environmental sensors, and wearable technology.
2. Industrial automation: Its robust features and temperature sensor make it suitable for industrial automation systems, including process control, monitoring, and data logging.
3. Medical devices: The microcontroller's low power consumption and integrated peripherals can be utilized in medical devices such as patient monitoring systems, portable diagnostic tools, and implantable devices.
4. Energy management: With its low power consumption and FRAM memory, the microcontroller can be used in energy management systems for monitoring and controlling power usage in buildings or renewable energy systems.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• MSP430FR5969IRGZT: Similar microcontroller with higher flash