The STM32F103C6T7A is a microcontroller unit (MCU) produced by STMicroelectronics, a global semiconductor company. It belongs to the STM32 family of 32-bit microcontrollers based on the ARM Cortex-M3 processor. The STM32F103C6T7A is part of the STM32F103x6/x8 series, which is designed for a wide range of applications, from simple to complex embedded systems.
Description:
The STM32F103C6T7A is a low-cost, high-performance MCU with a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 processor running at a maximum frequency of 72 MHz. It features a 128 KB Flash memory, 20 KB SRAM, and a wide range of communication interfaces and peripherals.
Features:
- ARM Cortex-M3 processor with a maximum frequency of 72 MHz.
- 128 KB Flash memory for program storage.
- 20 KB SRAM for data storage and program execution.
- Flexible clock system with an internal RC oscillator, external oscillator, or clock from the USB socket.
- Multiple communication interfaces:
- Two I2C interfaces
- Two SPI interfaces
- Two USARTs (Universal Synchronous/Asynchronous Receiver-Transmitter)
- One USB 2.0 full-speed device interface
- 37 GPIO (General-Purpose Input/Output) pins with various functions and alternate functions.
- 12-bit ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) with up to 16 channels.
- Advanced control timers, basic timers, and watchdog timers.
- CRC (Cyclic Redundancy Check) calculation unit.
- Nested Vectored Interrupt Controller (NVIC) for efficient interrupt handling.
Applications:
The STM32F103C6T7A is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its versatility and performance. Some common applications include:
- Industrial control systems: Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), motor control, and sensor interfacing.
- Medical equipment: Patient monitoring devices, diagnostic equipment, and portable medical devices.
- Consumer electronics: Home appliances, smart home devices, and portable electronics.
- Automotive: In-vehicle infotainment systems, body control modules, and anti-lock braking systems (ABS).
- Telecommunication systems: Modems, routers, and other network equipment.
- Human-Machine Interface (HMI) devices: Touchscreen displays and control panels.
- Power management: Energy monitoring, battery management systems, and power distribution systems.
- Embedded systems: IoT devices, wearables, and other connected devices.
The STM32F103C6T7A's combination of processing power, memory, and communication interfaces makes it a popular choice for developers looking to create efficient and reliable embedded systems across various industries.