MSP430F67481AIPZ

Product Overview

Category

The MSP430F67481AIPZ belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is designed for various embedded applications that require low power consumption and high performance.

Characteristics

• Low power consumption: The MSP430F67481AIPZ is known for its ultra-low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices.
• High performance: Despite its low power consumption, this microcontroller offers high processing capabilities, enabling efficient execution of complex tasks.
• Integrated peripherals: It comes with a wide range of integrated peripherals such as timers, UART, SPI, I2C, ADC, and more, providing flexibility in designing diverse applications.
• Real-time clock (RTC): The microcontroller includes an accurate RTC module, allowing precise timekeeping functionality.
• Enhanced security features: It incorporates advanced security features like memory protection, encryption, and tamper detection, ensuring data integrity and system security.

Package and Quantity

The MSP430F67481AIPZ is available in a 100-pin LQFP (Low-Profile Quad Flat Package) package. It is typically sold in reels or trays containing multiple units.

Specifications

• Architecture: 16-bit RISC
• CPU Speed: Up to 25 MHz
• Flash Memory: 256 KB
• RAM: 16 KB
• Operating Voltage: 1.8V - 3.6V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Digital I/O Pins: 80
• Analog Input Channels: 24
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers: 4x 16-bit, 1x 32-bit
• ADC Resolution: 12-bit
• PWM Outputs: 8
• Supply Current: Varies based on usage and clock frequency

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MSP430F67481AIPZ has a total of 100 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-4: VCC (Power Supply)
• Pins 5-8: GND (Ground)
• Pins 9-12: XT2IN/CLKIN (External Oscillator Input)
• Pins 13-16: XT2OUT/CLKOUT (External Oscillator Output)
• Pins 17-20: TEST/SBWTCK (Test Mode Select / Spy-Bi-Wire Test Clock)
• Pins 21-24: RST/NMI (Reset / Non-Maskable Interrupt)
• Pins 25-28: P1.x (General Purpose I/O)
• Pins 29-32: P2.x (General Purpose I/O)
• ... (continue with the remaining pin descriptions)

Functional Features

• Low Power Modes: The microcontroller offers various low power modes, allowing efficient power management and extending battery life.
• DMA (Direct Memory Access): It supports DMA functionality, enabling data transfer between peripherals and memory without CPU intervention.
• Watchdog Timer: The built-in watchdog timer provides system reset in case of software or hardware failures, enhancing system reliability.
• Real-Time Clock: The integrated RTC module enables accurate timekeeping and timestamping functionality.
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): The microcontroller includes a high-resolution ADC for precise analog signal acquisition.
• Communication Interfaces: It supports UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces, facilitating seamless communication with external devices.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Ultra-low power consumption
• High processing capabilities
• Integrated peripherals for versatile applications
• Enhanced security features
• Accurate real-time clock module

Disadvantages

• Limited flash memory capacity compared to some other microcontrollers in the same category
• Higher cost compared to entry-level microcontrollers

Working Principles

The MSP430F67481AIPZ operates based on a 16-bit RISC architecture. It executes instructions fetched from its flash memory using a Harvard architecture, where program and data memories are separate. The microcontroller's CPU performs arithmetic, logical, and control operations to execute the user's program.

The device can be programmed using various development tools and software, allowing developers to write code in C or assembly language. Once programmed, the microcontroller can interact with external devices through its integrated peripherals and communication interfaces.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MSP430F67481AIPZ finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Internet of Things (IoT) Devices: Its low power consumption and integrated peripherals make it suitable for IoT devices such as smart sensors, wearable devices, and home automation systems.
2. Industrial Automation: The microcontroller's high performance and communication interfaces enable its use in industrial automation systems, including motor control, process monitoring, and data acquisition.
3. Medical Devices: With its low power consumption and accurate real-time clock,