Introduction to STM32F373RCT6
The STM32F373RCT6 is a high-performance microcontroller from
STMicroelectronics, designed for demanding embedded applications.
It is based on the ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit RISC core with
floating-point unit (FPU) operating at a frequency of up to 72 MHz,
making it ideal for applications that require high-speed
processing. The device features a wide range of peripherals,
including ADCs, DACs, timers, communication interfaces, and more,
making it suitable for a wide range of applications.
Key Features
- ARM Cortex-M4 32-bit RISC core with FPU operating at up to 72 MHz
- 256 KB of Flash memory
- 32 KB of SRAM
- Dual-bank Flash memory architecture with read-while-write (RWW)
capability
- High-speed communication interfaces including USB, Ethernet, and
CAN
- Advanced security features including memory protection and backup
registers
- Low-power modes for energy efficiency
Applications
The STM32F373RCT6 is suitable for a wide range of demanding
applications, including:
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Motor control and power conversion
- Audio processing and digital signal processing (DSP)
- Medical devices and equipment
- Aerospace and defense applications
- High-speed data acquisition and processing
Performance
The STM32F373RCT6 is designed for high performance, with an ARM
Cortex-M4 core operating at up to 72 MHz. The device features 256
KB of Flash memory and 32 KB of SRAM, providing ample storage for
code and data. The device also features a dual-bank Flash memory
architecture with read-while-write (RWW) capability, enabling
firmware updates without interrupting system operation.
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,
Ethernet, and CAN, as well as advanced security features including
memory protection and backup registers.
Power Efficiency
In addition to its high performance, the STM32F373RCT6 is designed
for energy efficiency. The device includes low-power modes that
allow it to consume less energy when it is not in use, making it
suitable for battery-powered applications. The device is also
designed to operate at low voltages, and it includes a range of
power management features to optimize energy consumption.
Development Tools
STMicroelectronics provides a range of development tools and
software for the STM32F373RCT6, including:
- STM32CubeMX software to configure the device and generate code
- STM32CubeIDE, an integrated development environment (IDE) for code
development and debugging
- STM32 Nucleo boards for prototyping and development
- Evaluation boards for testing and evaluation
Conclusion
The STM32F373RCT6 is a powerful microcontroller that is ideal for
demanding embedded applications. Its high performance, range of
peripherals, and advanced security features make it suitable for
complex embedded systems in industrial, medical, aerospace, and
defense applications. 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 32-bit RISC core with FPU |
| Frequency | Up to 72 MHz |
| Flash memory | 256 KB |
| SRAM | 32 KB |
| Flash memory architecture | Dual-bank with read-while-write (RWW) capability |
| Communication | USB, Ethernet, CAN |
| Security | Memory protection, backup registers |
| Low-power modes | Yes |
| Development tools | STM32CubeMX, STM32CubeIDE, Nucleo boards, evaluation boards |
