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430BOOST-SENSE1

TI430BOOST-SENSE1

Texas Instruments
MSP430G2xx2 LaunchPad™ Touch, Capacitive Sensor Evaluation Board
534 in stock

Overview

The 430BOOST-SENSE1 is a capacitive touch BoosterPack plug-in module designed for the MSP430 LaunchPad ecosystem. It features a pre-programmed MSP430G2452 microcontroller and provides a complete hardware environment for evaluating capacitive touch buttons, scroll wheels, and proximity sensors.

Why Choose This Part

This module simplifies touch integration by providing 6 capacitive-touch areas and 9 LEDs for immediate visual feedback. It operates within a 2.7V to 3.6V range and utilizes the MSP430's ultra-low-power capabilities to maintain high sensitivity with minimal current draw.

Applications

User Interface Prototyping
Rapidly developing touch-sensitive control panels for consumer electronics or industrial interfaces.
Capacitive Scroll Wheels
Implementing rotational input controls for menu navigation in embedded systems.
Low-Power Human Interface Devices
Creating battery-operated remote controls or handheld devices that require wake-on-touch functionality.

Key Specifications

Contents Board(s)
Embedded Yes, MCU, 16-Bit
Interface USB
Sensor Type Touch, Capacitive
Sensing Range 4 Buttons/Keys, Scroll Wheel
Voltage - Supply 2.7V ~ 3.6V
Utilized IC / Part MSP430G2xx2

Getting Started

Plug the module into a compatible MSP430 LaunchPad and use Code Composer Studio (CCS) or IAR Embedded Workbench for development. Developers can leverage the MSP430 Capacitive Touch Software Library to implement robust touch sensing algorithms without low-level register configuration.

Also Consider

CAP1188 MCHPMicrochip Technology - An 8-channel capacitive touch controller that communicates over I2C or SPI if a standalone IC is preferred over a BoosterPack.
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