STMicroelectronics STM32F103RET6
| Parameters | |
|---|---|
| Series | STM32F1 |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| RoHS Status | ROHS3 Compliant |
| Package / Case | 64-LQFP |
| Mfr | STMicroelectronics |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Speed | 72MHz |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-M3 |
| RAM Size | 64K x 8 |
| Number of I/O | 51 |
| Peripherals | DMA, Motor Control PWM, PDR, POR, PVD, PWM, Temp Sensor, WDT |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 2V ~ 3.6V |
| EEPROM Size | - |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| Connectivity | CANbus, I²C, IrDA, LINbus, SPI, UART/USART, USB |
| Core Size | 32-Bit Single-Core |
| Program Memory Size | 512KB (512K x 8) |
| Data Converters | A/D 16x12b; D/A 2x12b |
| Package | Tray |
| Product Status | Active |
| Base Product Number | STM32F103 |
| REACH Status | REACH Unaffected |
| Other Names | 497-6444 |
| Standard Package | 160 |
| ECCN | 3A991A2 |
| HTSUS | 8542.31.0001 |
STM32F103RET6 Cortex-M3 microcontroller 72 MHz STM32 MCU
The STM32F103RET6 is a high-performance ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller from STMicroelectronics, designed for embedded applications requiring robust processing power and versatile peripherals. Operating at 72 MHz with 512 KB Flash memory and 64 KB SRAM, this MCU delivers efficient real-time control for industrial automation, consumer electronics, and IoT devices. It features a wide operating voltage range (2.0V to 3.6V) and multiple low-power modes, making it suitable for battery-operated systems. The STM32F103RET6 integrates 3x USART, 2x I2C, 3x SPI, 1x CAN 2.0B, and USB 2.0 full-speed interface, enabling seamless communication in complex embedded designs. Additionally, it includes 12-bit ADCs (up to 16 channels), 2x 12-bit DACs, and 7x general-purpose timers, providing precise analog signal processing and timing control.
This microcontroller is housed in a 64-pin LQFP package, offering a compact yet feature-rich solution for space-constrained applications. Its -40°C to +85°C industrial temperature range ensures reliable operation in harsh environments. The STM32F103RET6 supports real-time debugging via SWD and JTAG interfaces, simplifying firmware development and troubleshooting. With its DMA controller for efficient data transfer and hardware CRC calculation for error checking, this MCU is ideal for applications requiring high-speed data processing and system integrity. The chip is also compatible with STM32CubeMX, STMicroelectronics' graphical configuration tool, which accelerates project setup and peripheral initialization.
For applications requiring different performance or cost optimizations, alternative STM32 microcontrollers include the STM32F103C8T6 (lower memory, 64 KB Flash, 20 KB SRAM), STM32F407VET6 (higher performance, Cortex-M4, 168 MHz), and STM32L452RE (ultra-low-power Cortex-M4, optimized for energy efficiency). These alternatives provide varying combinations of speed, power consumption, and peripheral integration to suit diverse embedded system requirements.
