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J-Link BASE Compact

SEGJ-Link BASE Compact

MPN: 8.19.00
Segger Microcontroller
Hardware Debuggers J-Link BASE Compact
469 in stock

Overview

The J-Link BASE Compact is a professional-grade, reduced form factor debug probe designed for ARM and RISC-V microcontrollers. It provides a smaller footprint than the standard J-Link BASE while maintaining the same high performance and feature set for development and production debugging.

Why Choose This Part

This probe offers class-leading download speeds and the ability to set an unlimited number of breakpoints in flash memory via Segger's specialized technology. Its compact size makes it ideal for portable test rigs and space-constrained development environments without sacrificing the robust driver support of the J-Link ecosystem.

Applications

Embedded Firmware Development
Providing real-time debugging and high-speed flash programming for ARM7/9/11, Cortex, and RISC-V cores.
Production Line Programming
Utilizing the high-speed flash loaders to program MCUs during the manufacturing process.
GDB-based Debugging
Integrating with open-source toolchains using the included J-Link GDB Server for cross-platform development.

Getting Started

To begin, download the J-Link Software and Documentation Pack from Segger's website and connect the probe via USB to your host PC. It integrates natively with most professional IDEs including SEGGER Embedded Studio, IAR EWARM, Keil MDK, and GCC-based environments via the GDB server.

Also Consider

J-Link EDU Mini SEGSEGGER - A tiny, low-cost version for non-commercial educational use with basic J-Link functionality.
J-Link PLUS SEGSEGGER - Includes additional software licenses like J-Flash and Ozone for advanced production and debugging needs.
J-Link ULTRA+ Compact SEGSEGGER - A high-speed variant with much higher sampling rates and support for target power measurement.
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