LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T

Product Overview

Category: Microcontroller

Use: The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T is a microcontroller designed for embedded systems applications. It provides a wide range of features and capabilities to support various electronic devices and systems.

Characteristics: - High-performance ARM Cortex-M3 core - 256KB flash memory - 64KB RAM - 50MHz clock speed - Integrated peripherals (UART, SPI, I2C, etc.) - Low power consumption - Small form factor

Package: The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T comes in a compact package that allows for easy integration into electronic circuits and systems. It is available in a surface-mount package, making it suitable for automated assembly processes.

Essence: This microcontroller is the heart of many electronic devices and systems, providing the necessary processing power and control capabilities. It enables the execution of complex tasks and the interaction with external components.

Packaging/Quantity: The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T is typically sold in reels or trays, containing multiple units per package. The exact quantity may vary depending on the supplier and customer requirements.

Specifications

• Microcontroller Core: ARM Cortex-M3
• Flash Memory: 256KB
• RAM: 64KB
• Clock Speed: 50MHz
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C
• Integrated Peripherals: UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, ADC, PWM, etc.
• Package Type: LQFP
• Package Dimensions: 10mm x 10mm
• Pin Count: 100

Detailed Pin Configuration

The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T microcontroller has a total of 100 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-10: Ground (GND)
• Pins 11-20: General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) pins
• Pins 21-30: UART pins (TX, RX)
• Pins 31-40: Serial Peripheral Interface (SPI) pins (MISO, MOSI, SCK)
• Pins 41-50: Inter-Integrated Circuit (I2C) pins (SDA, SCL)
• Pins 51-60: Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC) pins
• Pins 61-70: Pulse Width Modulation (PWM) pins
• Pins 71-80: Power supply and voltage reference pins
• Pins 81-90: External interrupt pins
• Pins 91-100: Miscellaneous control and communication pins

Functional Features

The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T offers several functional features that make it suitable for a wide range of applications:

1. High-performance Processing: The ARM Cortex-M3 core provides efficient processing capabilities, enabling the execution of complex algorithms and tasks.

2. Ample Memory: With 256KB of flash memory and 64KB of RAM, the microcontroller can store program code and data efficiently.

3. Integrated Peripherals: The microcontroller includes various integrated peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, GPIO, ADC, and PWM, allowing for easy interfacing with external components.

4. Low Power Consumption: The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T is designed to operate with low power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices and energy-efficient systems.

5. Small Form Factor: The compact package size and surface-mount design enable easy integration into space-constrained electronic circuits and systems.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - High-performance ARM Cortex-M3 core for efficient processing - Ample memory capacity for storing program code and data - Integrated peripherals simplify interfacing with external components - Low power consumption for energy-efficient operation - Compact form factor allows for easy integration into electronic systems

Disadvantages: - Limited number of pins may restrict the number of external components that can be connected directly - Higher cost compared to simpler microcontrollers with fewer features

Working Principles

The LM3S6916-IQC50-A2T operates based on the principles of a microcontroller. It executes instructions stored in its flash memory, processes data, and controls the operation of various peripherals and external components.

The ARM Cortex-M3 core provides the processing power, executing instructions and performing calculations. The integrated peripherals enable communication with other devices, such as sensors or actuators, through protocols like UART, SPI, or I2C. The GPIO pins allow for general-purpose input and output operations, enabling interaction with external digital signals.

The microcontroller's working principle involves receiving inputs, processing them, and generating appropriate