Manufacturer Part Number
MSP430FG438IPNR
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Introduction
16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power Microcontroller, MSP430FG438 Series, for sensing and measurement applications
Product Features and Performance
16-Bit MSP430 CPU16 core
Speed up to 8MHz
SPI, UART/USART connectivity options
Integrated peripherals including Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, LCD driver, POR, PWM, WDT
48 Input/Output pins
48KB Flash Program Memory with an additional 256 bytes
2KB RAM
Internal Oscillator
12-channel, 12-bit Analog-to-Digital converter
Dual 12-bit Digital-to-Analog converters
Product Advantages
Ultra-low power consumption for battery-sensitive applications
High peripheral integration for minimized external component count
Extensive I/O support for complex functionality
Robust analog and digital peripheral set for versatile use
Large program memory to accommodate complex software
Key Technical Parameters
Core Size: 16-Bit
Speed: 8MHz
Program Memory Size: 48KB + 256B
RAM Size: 2K x 8
Supply Voltage Range: 1.8V – 3.6V
A/D Converters: 12x12b
D/A Converters: 2x12b
Temperature Range: -40°C to 85°C
Quality and Safety Features
Brown-out Detect/Reset for reliable operation
Watchdog Timer (WDT) for system integrity
Power-on Reset (POR) for safe startup
Compatibility
Supports SPI, UART/USART interfaces for versatile peripheral connections
LQFP-80 Standard Packaging for compatibility with surface mount technology
Application Areas
Battery-powered sensing devices
Measurement equipment
Automation and control systems
Intelligent sensing applications
Product Lifecycle
Active status, not nearing discontinuation
Continued support and availability assured
Reasons to Choose This Product
Incredible power efficiency for extended battery life
Large and flexible I/O pin count suitable for various designs
Robust set of analog and digital features for versatile applications
Supported by Texas Instruments' comprehensive development and software tools
Optimal supply voltage range for different power sources
High-quality and reliable product from a reputable manufacturer