Texas Instruments

MSP430F2131CY  

Microcontrollers

The Texas Instruments MSP430F2131CY is a low-power, 16-bit microcontroller (MCU) that belongs to the MSP430 family of devices. It is designed for a wide range of applications, including industrial, consumer, and medical devices. Here's a description of the MSP430F2131CY, its features, and potential applications:

Description:

The MSP430F2131CY is an MCU built on a 16-bit RISC architecture, featuring a high clock rate and low power consumption. It is manufactured using a 0.18µm CMOS technology process and is available in a 64-pin LQFP package.

Features:

1. CPU: 16-bit RISC CPU with high code density and low power consumption.
2. Clock Speed: The device operates at a maximum clock speed of 8 MHz.
3. Memory: 16 kB of on-chip flash memory for program storage, 512 bytes of RAM, and 512 bytes of information memory.
4. I/O: 28 I/O lines with various functions, such as digital I/O, analog inputs, and communication interfaces.
5. Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 8-bit, 8-channel ADC with sample-and-hold circuitry.
6. Communication Interfaces: 2 UARTs (Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitters), 1 I2C, and 1 SPI (Serial Peripheral Interface) for communication with external devices.
7. Timers: 2 timer modules with various modes, including watchdog, timer, and capture/compare functionality.
8. Power Management: Low-power modes, including standby, sleep, and deep sleep, to optimize power consumption.
9. Security: Peripheral protection and password protection features to enhance device security.
10. Oscillator: Internal low-frequency oscillator (LFXT) and high-frequency oscillator (HFXT) with clock system dividers.

Applications:

1. Industrial Automation: Control and monitoring of industrial processes, motor control, and sensing applications.
2. Consumer Electronics: Smart appliances, portable devices, and battery-powered gadgets.
3. Medical Devices: Glucose meters, blood pressure monitors, and other portable medical equipment.
4. Energy Management: Power measurement and control in smart grid applications.
5. Automotive: In-vehicle control modules, such as window control, lighting, and HVAC systems.
6. Sensor Networks: Data acquisition and processing in wireless sensor networks for environmental monitoring or industrial applications.
7. Human Interface Devices (HID): Keyboards, mice, and other input devices for computers and gaming systems.

The MSP430F2131CY's combination of low power consumption, high performance, and a range of communication interfaces make it suitable for a wide variety of applications where energy efficiency and processing power are crucial.

MSP430F2131CY Documents

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