MSP430FE4252IPM

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, Internet of Things (IoT) devices, and low-power applications
• Characteristics:
  • Low power consumption
  • High performance
  • Integrated peripherals
  • Small form factor
• Package: Plastic encapsulated microchip (PM)
• Essence: A powerful microcontroller designed for low-power applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels or trays, quantity depends on the supplier

Specifications

• Architecture: 16-bit RISC
• CPU Speed: Up to 25 MHz
• Flash Memory: 32 KB
• RAM: 1.5 KB
• Operating Voltage: 1.8V - 3.6V
• Digital I/O Pins: 37
• Analog Inputs: 8
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• Timers: 4x 16-bit
• ADC Resolution: 10-bit
• Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Detailed Pin Configuration

The MSP430FE4252IPM has a total of 48 pins. Here is a detailed pin configuration:

• VCC: Power supply voltage
• GND: Ground
• P1.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P2.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P3.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P4.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P5.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P6.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P7.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P8.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P9.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• P10.x: General-purpose digital I/O pins
• A0-A7: Analog input pins
• RST: Reset pin
• TEST: Test mode pin
• XT1, XT2: External crystal oscillator pins
• TA0-TA3: Timer capture/compare pins
• UCA0-UCA1: UART communication pins
• USCIB0-USCIB1: SPI/I2C communication pins

Functional Features

• Low power consumption: The MSP430FE4252IPM is designed to operate at ultra-low power levels, making it ideal for battery-powered applications.
• Integrated peripherals: It features a wide range of integrated peripherals such as UART, SPI, I2C, timers, and ADC, reducing the need for external components.
• High performance: With a 16-bit RISC architecture and clock speeds up to 25 MHz, it offers efficient processing capabilities.
• Small form factor: The compact size of the microcontroller allows for easy integration into space-constrained designs.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices. - Integrated peripherals reduce the need for additional components, saving cost and board space. - High-performance architecture enables efficient processing. - Small form factor allows for flexible design integration.

Disadvantages: - Limited flash memory and RAM compared to higher-end microcontrollers. - Limited number of digital I/O pins may restrict the complexity of some projects. - Temperature range may not be suitable for extreme environments.

Working Principles

The MSP430FE4252IPM operates on a 16-bit RISC architecture, utilizing low-power techniques to minimize energy consumption. It executes instructions fetched from its flash memory, which can be programmed by the user. The microcontroller communicates with external devices through its integrated peripherals, such as UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces. It also features timers for precise timing control and an ADC for analog signal acquisition.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MSP430FE4252IPM is widely used in various applications, including:

1. Internet of Things (IoT) devices: Its low power consumption and integrated peripherals make it suitable for IoT applications that require long battery life and connectivity.
2. Home automation: It can be utilized to control and monitor various home appliances and systems, providing energy-efficient solutions.
3. Industrial automation: The microcontroller's small form factor and high performance make it ideal for controlling industrial processes and machinery.
4. Medical devices: Its low power consumption and integrated analog inputs enable the development of portable medical devices with accurate measurements.
5. Consumer electronics: The MSP430FE4252IPM can be found in wearable devices, smartwatches, and other low-power consumer electronics.

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

• MSP430FR4133: Similar to the MSP430FE4252IPM, but with additional FRAM memory and enhanced security features.
• MSP430G2553: A lower-cost alternative with reduced flash memory and fewer peripherals.
• MSP430F5529: A higher-end model with more flash memory, RAM, and advanced peripherals.