STM32F401RET6 | ST Microcontroller 32bit 512KB LQFP

STMicroelectronics STM32F401RET6  +BOM

STMicroelectronics STM32F401RET6's Features

1. Core & Performance

• CPU: 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU (floating-point unit) and DSP instructions, enabling 105 DMIPS performance (1.25 DMIPS/MHz).
• ART Accelerator: Adaptive Real-Time Memory Accelerator for 0-wait-state execution from flash memory, up to 84 MHz frequency.
• Memory Protection Unit (MPU): Enhances security by managing memory access for RTOS and critical tasks.

2. Memory

• Flash Memory: 512 KB for program and data storage.
• SRAM: 96 KB system SRAM with 0-wait-state access at CPU speed.
• OTP Memory: 512 bytes of one-time programmable memory for secure configuration.

3. Power Management

• Voltage Range: 1.7 V to 3.6 V for core and I/Os, with VBAT support (1.65 V to 3.6 V) for RTC and backup registers.
• Low-Power Modes:
  • Stop Mode: 42 µA typical (25°C, Flash in Stop mode), 10 µA minimum (Deep power down).
  • Standby Mode: 2.4 µA (25°C, without RTC), 12 µA (85°C, with RTC).
  • Sleep Mode: Reduced power with CPU stopped, peripherals active.
• Power Supervisors: POR, PDR, PVD, and BOR for reliable reset and voltage monitoring.

4. Peripherals

• ADC: 12-bit, 2.4 MSPS, 16 external channels with analog watchdog and DMA support.
• Timers: 11 timers including:
  • 1 advanced-control timer (TIM1, 16-bit, PWM for motor control).
  • 7 general-purpose timers (16/32-bit, up to 84 MHz).
  • 2 watchdog timers (independent and window) and SysTick.
• Communication Interfaces:
  • 3x I2C: Support for SMBus/PMBus, up to 1 MHz.
  • 3x USART: Up to 10.5 Mbit/s (USART1/6), ISO 7816, LIN, IrDA.
  • 4x SPI: Up to 42 Mbit/s, with I2S support for audio (SPI2/3 with full-duplex I2S).
  • USB OTG FS: Full-speed (12 Mbit/s), device/host/OTG with on-chip PHY.
  • SDIO: Support for SD/MMC cards, up to 48 MHz.
• GPIO: Up to 81 I/O pins (LQFP64 package: 50 GPIOs), 5V-tolerant, with interrupt capability and fast switching (up to 42 MHz).

5. Connectivity & Features

• Clock Sources: External 4-26 MHz crystal, 16 MHz internal RC, 32 kHz RTC oscillator (with calibration).
• DMA Controllers: 16-stream DMA with FIFO and burst support for high-speed data transfer.
• Debug Interface: SWD/JTAG for debugging, Embedded Trace Macrocell (ETM) for trace functionality.
• RTC: Subsecond accuracy, hardware calendar, and wake-up from low-power modes.

6. Packaging & Thermal

• Package: LQFP64 (10x10 mm, 64 pins), ECOPACK2 compliant (lead-free, RoHS).
• Temperature Range: Industrial grade: –40 °C to +85 °C (junction temperature up to 125 °C).

7. Compatibility

• Software/Feature Compatibility: Drop-in replacement for other STM32F4 series (e.g., F405/F407) with minor PCB adjustments.

Applications

• Motor control and industrial automation (PLCs, inverters).
• Medical devices, home audio, and sensor hubs.
• Communication systems and embedded control.

Ordering Information

• Part Number: STM32F401RET6 (64-pin LQFP, 512KB Flash, industrial temperature range).

STMicroelectronics STM32F401RET6's Applications

1. Industrial Control and Automation

• Motor Drive and Motion Control:
  • Equipped with advanced timers (e.g., TIM1 for PWM with dead-time control) and high-speed ADC, it supports precise motor control for servo drives, inverters, and industrial machinery.
  • Suitable for applications requiring real-time feedback and control, such as conveyor systems, robotics, and CNC machines.
• Industrial Electronics:
  • PLC (Programmable Logic Controllers), circuit breakers, and industrial sensors benefit from its robust communication interfaces (USART, CAN, I²C, SPI) and high-temperature tolerance (–40 to +105 °C junction temperature).
  • Reliable operation in harsh environments with ECOPACK2 compliance and 5V-tolerant I/Os.

2. Consumer Electronics

• Home Audio and Appliances:
  • Audio processing via I²S interfaces and dedicated audio PLL (PLLI2S) enables high-fidelity audio systems, smart speakers, and home theater equipment.
  • Low-power modes (Stop/Standby) suit battery-powered devices like portable speakers or smart home gadgets.
• Printers and Scanners:
  • High-speed communication (USB OTG FS, SDIO) and DMA controllers facilitate data transfer for peripheral connectivity in imaging devices.
  • Efficient memory management (512KB Flash, 96KB SRAM) supports firmware for complex print/scan algorithms.

3. Medical Devices

• Portable Medical Equipment:
  • Low-power consumption and compact packages (e.g., WLCSP49, UFQFPN48) are ideal for battery-driven devices like glucose monitors, wearable health sensors, or portable diagnostic tools.
  • Precision ADC and temperature sensor enable accurate analog signal acquisition for medical sensing applications.

4. Communication and Networking

• Industrial Communication Systems:
  • Multiple USART, CAN, and Ethernet (via external PHY) support for modems, gateways, and IoT edge devices.
  • Secure digital input/output (SDIO) for memory card interfaces in data loggers or communication hubs.
• Alarm and Security Systems:
  • High-speed GPIO and interrupt capabilities enable real-time response in security cameras, access control systems, and intrusion detectors.
  • RTC with subsecond accuracy for time-stamping events in alarm systems.

5. Embedded and Mobile Solutions

• Mobile Phone Sensor Hubs:
  • Low-power modes and compact form factor (e.g., 7x7mm UFQFPN48) make it suitable for auxiliary processing in smartphones, managing sensors (accelerometers, gyroscopes) with low power draw.
• HVAC and Home Automation:
  • Control of heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems via multiple communication interfaces (I²C for sensors, SPI for displays) and real-time clock for scheduling.

6. IoT and Edge Computing

• Edge Nodes and Sensors:
  • Balances performance (105 DMIPS, FPU/DSP instructions) and low power for edge devices requiring data processing (e.g., environmental sensors, smart meters).
  • Secure boot and memory protection unit (MPU) enhance security for IoT applications.

Applications Summary

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STMicroelectronics STM32F401RET6's Category-Microcontroller 

STM32F401RET6's Manufacturer-STMicroelectronics

STMicroelectronics has made remarkable achievements in the field of microcontrollers (MCUs), and its STM32 series is particularly outstanding, becoming one of the benchmarks for global embedded development.

1. Architectural Innovation and Performance Breakthrough
   The STM32 series was among the first to adopt the ARM Cortex-M series cores. For example, the STM32F401RET6 is equipped with a Cortex-M4 core, which integrates a Floating-Point Unit (FPU) and Digital Signal Processing (DSP) instructions. Combined with the Adaptive Real-Time Accelerator (ART Accelerator), it enables zero-wait state flash execution, achieving a performance of 105 DMIPS. It strikes a balance between high-speed computing and low power consumption (only 146 µA/MHz in the running mode), meeting the dual requirements for performance and energy efficiency in applications such as industrial control and Internet of Things (IoT) terminals. Its Memory Protection Unit (MPU) enhances system security, making it suitable for task isolation in Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
2. Breadth of Product Line and Application Coverage
   The STM32 series has established a complete matrix ranging from entry-level (such as STM32F0) to high-performance (such as STM32F7/F4), covering the 8/16/32-bit markets. Taking the STM32F401RET6 as an example, it integrates 512KB of Flash memory, 96KB of SRAM, 11 timers, and 12 communication interfaces (including USB, CAN, SDIO, etc.), making it suitable for scenarios such as industrial automation, medical devices, and consumer electronics. The low-power modes (as low as 10 µA in the Stop mode) extend the battery life of devices, and the wide operating temperature range (-40°C to +105°C) enables it to adapt to harsh environments.
3. Ecosystem and Development Convenience
   ST provides the CubeMX toolchain, which supports graphical configuration. Paired with the Hardware Abstraction Layer (HAL) library and the Low-Layer (LL) library, it significantly lowers the development threshold. Abundant software resources (such as RTOS adaptations and AI algorithm examples) and a hardware ecosystem (evaluation boards, third-party modules) accelerate product implementation. Its compatibility design (such as pin compatibility within the STM32F4 series) facilitates product upgrades and iterations, reducing the cost of hardware redesign.
4. Market Leadership and Industry Influence
   Thanks to its high cost-performance ratio, excellent performance, and ecosystem advantages, the STM32 series holds a significant share of the global 32-bit MCU market, and is widely used especially in the fields of industrial control, smart home, and automotive electronics. Its products support functional safety (such as ISO 26262 compliance) and information security (including hardware encryption and Secure Boot), conforming to trends such as the electrification of automobiles and the security requirements of the Internet of Things.

 

STM32F411RET6 alternative parts: STM32F401RET6

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Part Number	STM32F411RET6 +BOM	STM32F401RET6 +BOM
Manufacturer:	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics
Description:	IC MCU 32BIT 512KB FLASH 64LQFP	STMICROELECTRONICS STM32F401RET6 32 Bit Microcontroller, Dynamic Efficiency Line, ARM Cortex-M4, 84 MHz, 512 KB, 96 KB, 64 Pins
Factory Lead Time:	12 Weeks	12 Weeks
Mount:	Surface Mount	-
Mounting Type:	Surface Mount	Surface Mount
Package / Case:	64-LQFP	64-LQFP
Number of Pins:	64	64
Weight:	342.689036mg	342.689036mg
Data Converters:	A/D 16x12b	A/D 16x12b
Number of I/Os:	50	50
Watchdog Timers:	Yes	Yes
Operating Temperature:	-40°C~85°C TA	-40°C~85°C TA
Packaging:	Tray	Tray
Series:	STM32F4	STM32F4
Part Status:	Active	Active
Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL):	3 (168 Hours)	3 (168 Hours)
Number of Terminations:	64	64
ECCN Code:	3A991.A.2	-
Max Power Dissipation:	313mW	313mW
Terminal Position:	QUAD	QUAD
Terminal Form:	GULL WING	GULL WING
Supply Voltage:	3.3V	3.3V
Terminal Pitch:	0.5mm	0.5mm
Frequency:	100MHz	84MHz
Base Part Number:	STM32F411	STM32F401
Operating Supply Voltage:	3.3V	3.3V
Supply Voltage-Max (Vsup):	3.6V	-
Interface:	I2C, I2S, IrDA, LIN, MMC, SD, SDIO, SPI, UART, USART, USB	I2C, I2S, IrDA, SPI, USART, USB
Memory Size:	512kB	512kB
Oscillator Type:	Internal	Internal
RAM Size:	128K x 8	96K x 8
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):	1.7V~3.6V	1.7V~3.6V
uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type:	MICROCONTROLLER, RISC	MICROCONTROLLER, RISC
Core Processor:	ARM® Cortex®-M4	ARM® Cortex®-M4
Peripherals:	Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, I2S, POR, PWM, WDT	Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, I2S, POR, PWM, WDT
Program Memory Type:	FLASH	FLASH
Core Size:	32-Bit	32-Bit
Program Memory Size:	512KB 512K x 8	512KB 512K x 8
Connectivity:	I2C, IrDA, LINbus, MMC/SD/SDIO, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG	I2C, IrDA, LINbus, SDIO, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
Supply Current-Max:	34.5mA	-
Bit Size:	32	32
Has ADC:	YES	YES
DMA Channels:	YES	YES
Data Bus Width:	32b	32b
PWM Channels:	YES	-
Number of Timers/Counters:	8	8
Core Architecture:	ARM	ARM
CPU Family:	CORTEX-M4	-
Boundary Scan:	YES	-
Low Power Mode:	YES	-
Format:	FLOATING-POINT	-
Integrated Cache:	NO	-
Number of ADC Channels:	16	12
Number of External Interrupts:	16	-
Length:	10mm	-
Height Seated (Max):	1.6mm	-
Width:	10mm	-