STMicroelectronics

STM32L496ZGT6

The STM32L496ZGT6 is a low-power microcontroller unit (MCU) from STMicroelectronics, which is part of the STM32L4 series. It is designed for a wide range of applications that require low power consumption, high performance, and a rich set of integrated peripherals.

Description:

The STM32L496ZGT6 is a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 MCU with an integrated floating-point unit (FPU) and 1 MB of flash memory. It operates at a maximum frequency of 80 MHz and is manufactured using a 90-nm process technology. The MCU features a high-performance memory architecture, including a 320 KB SRAM and a DMA controller for efficient data transfer.

Features:

1. ARM Cortex-M4 CPU with FPU, running at up to 80 MHz
2. 1 MB of flash memory
3. 320 KB of SRAM
4. DMA controller for efficient data transfer
5. Low-power features, including a low-power sleep mode and power scaling modes
6. Rich set of integrated peripherals, such as:
   • 2x 12-bit ADC with up to 24 channels
   • 3x 12-bit DAC
   • UART, USART, and LPUART for serial communication
   • SPI and I2C interfaces for peripheral communication
   • USB OTG FS with LPM and BCD
   • SDIO interface
   • CAN interface
   • Ethernet MAC with dedicated DMA
   • 16-channel timer and 2x PWM timers
   • RTC with alarm and calibration
   • CRC calculation unit
   • True random number generator (RNG)
7. Security features, such as a hardware cryptographic processor (AES, DES, 3DES, HASH)
8. Package options: the STM32L496ZGT6 is available in a 169-ball BGA package.

Applications:

The STM32L496ZGT6 is suitable for a wide range of applications due to its low power consumption, high performance, and extensive set of integrated peripherals. Some of the potential applications include:

1. Industrial automation and control systems
2. Smart grid and energy management
3. Medical devices and equipment
4. Home automation and smart home appliances
5. IoT devices and gateways
6. Wearable devices and fitness trackers
7. Automotive infotainment systems and body control modules
8. Gateways and hubs for wireless sensor networks
9. Portable and battery-powered devices that require extended battery life

The STM32L496ZGT6's low-power capabilities, combined with its high-performance CPU and extensive set of peripherals, make it an ideal choice for applications that require efficient power management and a broad range of connectivity options.