Introduction to STM32F401CBU6
The STM32F401CBU6 is a high-performance microcontroller from
STMicroelectronics, designed for embedded applications that require
a balance between processing power and low power consumption. It is
based on the ARM Cortex-M4 core operating at up to 84 MHz, making
it ideal for applications that require moderate processing power
and low power consumption. The device features a wide range of
peripherals, including high-speed communication interfaces,
advanced analog peripherals, and low-power modes, making it
suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Features
- ARM Cortex-M4 core operating at up to 84 MHz
- 128 KB of Flash memory
- 32 KB of SRAM
- Low-power modes for energy efficiency
- High-speed communication interfaces including USB and CAN
- Advanced analog peripherals including high-resolution ADCs and DACs
Applications
The STM32F401CBU6 is suitable for a wide range of embedded
applications that require a balance between processing power and
low power consumption, including:
- Smart home devices
- Wearable devices
- Industrial control systems
- Consumer electronics
- Internet of Things (IoT) devices
Performance
The STM32F401CBU6 is designed for a balance between processing
power and low power consumption, with an ARM Cortex-M4 core
operating at up to 84 MHz. The device features 128 KB of Flash
memory and 32 KB of SRAM, providing sufficient storage for code and
data. The device also features low-power modes that allow it to
optimize energy consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered
applications.
The device includes a range of peripherals that enable developers
to design more complex and feature-rich systems. For example, the
device includes high-speed communication interfaces including USB
and CAN, as well as advanced analog peripherals including
high-resolution ADCs and DACs.
Power Efficiency
The STM32F401CBU6 is designed for low power consumption, with a
range of power management features that allow it to optimize energy
consumption. The device includes low-power modes that allow it to
consume less energy when it is not in use, and it is designed to
operate at low voltages. The device also includes a range of power
management features, including a low-dropout (LDO) voltage
regulator and a real-time clock (RTC) with low-power modes.
Development Tools
STMicroelectronics provides a range of development tools and
software for the STM32F401CBU6, including:
- STM32CubeMX software to configure the device and generate code
- STM32CubeIDE, an integrated development environment (IDE) for code
development and debugging
- STM32 Nucleo and Discovery development boards for prototyping and
development
- Evaluation boards for testing and evaluation
Conclusion
The STM32F401CBU6 is a high-performance microcontroller that is
ideal for embedded applications that require a balance between
processing power and low power consumption. Its moderate processing
power, low power consumption, and range of peripherals make it
suitable for a wide range of applications in smart home devices,
wearable devices, industrial control systems, consumer electronics,
and Internet of Things (IoT) devices. STMicroelectronics provides a
range of development tools and software to support developers in
their design and development activities.
Table of Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|
| Core | ARM Cortex-M4 core operating at up to 84 MHz |
| Flash memory | 128 KB |
| SRAM | 32 KB |
| Low-power modes | Yes |
| Communication | USB, CAN |
| Advanced analog peripherals | High-resolution ADCs and DACs |
| Development tools | STM32CubeMX, STM32CubeIDE, STM32 Nucleo and Discovery development
boards, evaluation boards |
