MSP430FR5887IRGCT

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices
• Characteristics: Low power consumption, high performance, integrated peripherals
• Package: 64-pin VQFN package
• Essence: A microcontroller designed for low-power applications with integrated FRAM memory and various peripherals
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 2500 units

Specifications

• Architecture: 16-bit RISC
• CPU Speed: Up to 24 MHz
• Memory: 256 KB FRAM, 8 KB SRAM
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 3.6V
• Digital I/O Pins: 48
• Analog Input Channels: 16
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C, USB
• Timers: 4x 16-bit timers, 1x 32-bit timer
• ADC Resolution: 12-bit
• Temperature Sensor: Yes
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The MSP430FR5887IRGCT 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 channels
• AVSS: Analog ground
• AVCC: Analog power supply
• VCC: Digital power supply
• GND: Ground

Functional Features

• Low-power operation: The MSP430FR5887IRGCT 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 read/write access and high endurance.
• Rich set of peripherals: The device includes various peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, USB, timers, and an ADC, enabling easy integration with external components and communication interfaces.
• Temperature sensor: The built-in temperature sensor allows the microcontroller to monitor its operating temperature, enabling thermal management and protection.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption enables longer battery life in portable devices. - Integrated FRAM memory provides fast and reliable non-volatile storage. - Rich set of peripherals simplifies system design and connectivity. - Temperature sensor enhances system monitoring and protection.

Disadvantages: - Limited processing power compared to higher-end microcontrollers. - Smaller package size may limit the number of available I/O pins for complex applications.

Working Principles

The MSP430FR5887IRGCT operates based on a 16-bit Reduced Instruction Set Computer (RISC) architecture. It executes instructions from its internal memory and interacts with external components through its various peripherals. The microcontroller can be programmed using the MSP430 software development tools and supports low-power modes to optimize energy consumption.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MSP430FR5887IRGCT is suitable for a wide range of applications, including but not limited to: - Internet of Things (IoT) devices - Wearable electronics - Home automation systems - Industrial control systems - Sensor networks - Medical devices

Alternative Models

• MSP430FR5887: Similar to MSP430FR5887IRGCT but without the temperature sensor.
• MSP430FR5888: Higher-end version with more memory and additional features.
• MSP430FR5889: Enhanced version with extended memory and advanced peripherals.

These alternative models offer varying capabilities and can be chosen based on specific project requirements.

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