LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2

Product Overview

Category

The LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2 belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and systems for controlling and processing data.

Characteristics

• High-performance 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core
• Clock speed of 50 MHz
• Flash memory capacity of 128 KB
• RAM capacity of 16 KB
• Integrated peripherals for enhanced functionality
• Low power consumption
• Small form factor

Package

The LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2 is available in a compact package, suitable for surface mount technology (SMT) assembly.

Essence

The essence of this microcontroller lies in its ability to provide efficient and reliable control and processing capabilities for embedded systems.

Packaging/Quantity

The LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2 is typically packaged in reels or trays, with a quantity of 250 units per reel/tray.

Specifications

• Microcontroller: LM3S8738
• Core: ARM Cortex-M3
• Clock Speed: 50 MHz
• Flash Memory: 128 KB
• RAM: 16 KB
• Operating Voltage: 3.3V
• Digital I/O Pins: 38
• Analog Input Pins: 8
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers/Counters: 4
• ADC Resolution: 12-bit
• PWM Channels: 6
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

1. VDD
2. GND
3. GPIO0
4. GPIO1
5. GPIO2
6. GPIO3
7. GPIO4
8. GPIO5
9. GPIO6
10. GPIO7
11. GPIO8
12. GPIO9
13. GPIO10
14. GPIO11
15. GPIO12
16. GPIO13
17. GPIO14
18. GPIO15
19. GPIO16
20. GPIO17
21. GPIO18
22. GPIO19
23. GPIO20
24. GPIO21
25. GPIO22
26. GPIO23
27. GPIO24
28. GPIO25
29. GPIO26
30. GPIO27
31. GPIO28
32. GPIO29
33. GPIO30
34. GPIO31
35. ADC0
36. ADC1
37. ADC2
38. ADC3
39. ADC4
40. ADC5
41. ADC6
42. ADC7
43. UART0_TX
44. UART0_RX
45. SPI0_CLK
46. SPI0_MISO
47. SPI0_MOSI
48. SPI0_CS
49. I2C0_SCL
50. I2C0_SDA

Functional Features

• High-performance processing capabilities
• Integrated peripherals for enhanced functionality
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient operation
• Flexible digital and analog I/O capabilities
• Communication interfaces for data exchange with external devices
• Timers/counters for precise timing and event management
• Analog-to-digital conversion for sensor interfacing
• Pulse-width modulation (PWM) for controlling motors and actuators

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• Powerful ARM Cortex-M3 core for efficient processing
• Ample flash memory and RAM capacity for storing and manipulating data
• Wide operating temperature range for versatile applications
• Compact form factor for space-constrained designs
• Integrated peripherals reduce the need for external components

Disadvantages

• Limited number of digital I/O pins compared to some other microcontrollers
• Relatively higher cost compared to lower-end microcontrollers

Working Principles

The LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2 operates based on the principles of a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core. It executes instructions stored in its flash memory, processes data using its integrated peripherals, and communicates with external devices through various interfaces. The microcontroller's working principles involve executing code, managing interrupts, and interacting with input/output devices.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2 finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to: - Industrial automation - Consumer electronics - Automotive systems - Medical devices - Internet of Things (IoT) devices - Robotics

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

Some alternative models to the LM3S8738-IBZ50-A2 microcontroller include: - STM32F103C8T6 - PIC18F4550 - ATmega328P - LPC1768 - MSP430G2553

These alternative models offer similar functionalities and can be used as replacements depending on specific requirements