MSP430FR6970IRGCR

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices
• Characteristics:
  • Low power consumption
  • High performance
  • Integrated peripherals
• Package: RGCR (64-pin VQFN)
• Essence: A microcontroller designed for low-power applications with integrated FRAM memory technology.
• Packaging/Quantity: Tape and reel, 250 units per reel

Specifications

• Architecture: 16-bit RISC
• CPU Speed: Up to 8 MHz
• Flash Memory: 128 KB
• RAM: 2 KB
• FRAM: 64 KB
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 3.6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Digital I/O Pins: 48
• Analog Inputs: 16
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers: 4x 16-bit timers
• ADC: 12-bit SAR ADC
• DMA Channels: 16
• Package Dimensions: 9mm x 9mm

Pin Configuration

The MSP430FR6970IRGCR has a total of 64 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• P1.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P2.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P3.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P4.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P5.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P6.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P7.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P8.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P9.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• P10.x: General-purpose I/O pins (x = 0 to 7)
• A0 to A15: Analog input pins
• AVSS: Analog ground
• AVCC: Analog power supply
• DVSS: Digital ground
• DVCC: Digital power supply
• RST/NMI: Reset and non-maskable interrupt pin
• TEST/SBWTCK: Test and single-wire background debug test clock pin
• SBWTDIO: Single-wire background debug test data input/output pin
• XT1IN/XT1OUT: External crystal oscillator input and output pins
• XT2IN/XT2OUT: External crystal oscillator input and output pins

Functional Features

• Low-power operation: The MSP430FR6970IRGCR 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 fast write speeds, high endurance, and non-volatility.
• High-performance CPU: The 16-bit RISC architecture provides efficient processing capabilities for various applications.
• Rich peripheral set: The microcontroller includes UART, SPI, and I2C communication interfaces, timers, ADC, and DMA channels, enabling seamless integration with external devices and sensors.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices. - Integrated FRAM memory eliminates the need for external memory components. - High-performance CPU enables efficient execution of complex algorithms. - Rich peripheral set simplifies system integration.

Disadvantages: - Limited flash memory capacity compared to some other microcontrollers. - Higher cost compared to certain low-end microcontrollers.

Working Principles

The MSP430FR6970IRGCR operates based on the 16-bit RISC architecture. It executes instructions fetched from its internal memory, which includes flash memory for program storage and FRAM for data storage. The microcontroller interacts with external devices through its integrated peripherals, such as UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces. It can perform analog-to-digital conversions using its built-in ADC and control timing operations using its timers. The low-power design ensures efficient operation even in battery-powered applications.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MSP430FR6970IRGCR 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 that require connectivity, sensor integration, and energy efficiency.
2. Home automation systems: With its rich peripheral set, the microcontroller can control various home automation functions, such as lighting, temperature monitoring, and security