MSP430F6726IPNR

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and other applications requiring low power consumption and high performance.
• Characteristics:
  • Low power consumption
  • High performance
  • Integrated peripherals
  • Flexible clocking options
  • Wide operating voltage range
• Package: 80-pin LQFP (Low Profile Quad Flat Package)
• Essence: The MSP430F6726IPNR is a microcontroller designed for low power applications with high performance requirements.
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in tape and reel packaging, with a minimum order quantity of 250 units.

Specifications

• CPU: 16-bit RISC architecture
• Clock Speed: Up to 25 MHz
• Flash Memory: 256 KB
• RAM: 16 KB
• Operating Voltage Range: 1.8V to 3.6V
• Digital I/O Pins: 64
• Analog Inputs: 16
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C, USB
• Timers: Multiple 16-bit timers
• ADC: 12-bit SAR ADC with up to 16 channels
• DMA: Direct Memory Access controller
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MSP430F6726IPNR has a total of 80 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-4: VCC (Power supply)
• Pins 5-8: GND (Ground)
• Pins 9-16: Digital I/O pins
• Pins 17-32: Analog input pins
• Pins 33-48: Communication interface pins
• Pins 49-56: Timer pins
• Pins 57-72: Other peripheral pins
• Pins 73-80: Unused/Reserved pins

Functional Features

• Low power consumption: The MSP430F6726IPNR is designed to operate at low power levels, making it suitable for battery-powered applications.
• High performance: With its 16-bit RISC architecture and clock speed of up to 25 MHz, the microcontroller offers high processing capabilities.
• Integrated peripherals: The device includes various integrated peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, USB, timers, and an ADC, reducing the need for external components.
• Flexible clocking options: The microcontroller supports multiple clock sources and can be configured to operate at different frequencies, allowing for power optimization.
• Wide operating voltage range: The MSP430F6726IPNR can operate within a wide voltage range, providing flexibility in different application scenarios.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption enables longer battery life. - High-performance architecture allows for efficient execution of complex tasks. - Integrated peripherals reduce the need for additional components, saving cost and board space. - Flexible clocking options enable power optimization based on application requirements. - Wide operating voltage range provides compatibility with various power sources.

Disadvantages: - Limited flash memory and RAM compared to some other microcontrollers in the same category. - Availability of alternative models with more advanced features may limit the competitiveness of this specific model in certain applications.

Working Principles

The MSP430F6726IPNR operates based on the Von Neumann architecture, where program instructions and data are stored in the same memory space. It executes instructions fetched from the flash memory using its 16-bit RISC CPU. The microcontroller interacts with external devices through its integrated peripherals, such as UART, SPI, I2C, and USB. It can also communicate with analog sensors and actuators using its built-in ADC and digital-to-analog converter (DAC).

The microcontroller's low power consumption is achieved through various techniques, including clock gating, power modes, and intelligent peripherals that can operate independently while the CPU is in sleep mode.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MSP430F6726IPNR 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 monitoring systems, and wearable devices.
2. Industrial automation: With its high performance and flexible clocking options, the microcontroller can be used in industrial control systems, motor control applications, and data acquisition systems.
3. Consumer electronics: The device's low power consumption and integrated peripherals make it suitable for battery-powered consumer electronics like remote controls, portable devices, and gaming accessories.
4. Medical devices: The microcontroller's low power consumption, integrated peripherals, and wide operating voltage range make it suitable for medical devices such as patient monitors, infusion pumps, and portable diagnostic equipment.

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