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MSP430FR2311IPW20R

TIMSP430FR2311IPW20R

Texas Instruments
MSP430 CPU16 MSP430™ FRAM Microcontroller IC 16-Bit 16MHz 3.75KB (3.75K x 8) FRAM 20-TSSOP
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Overview

The MSP430FR2311IPW20R is a 16-bit RISC microcontroller featuring 3.75KB of unified Ferroelectric Random Access Memory (FRAM). Operating at up to 16MHz, this ultra-low-power MCU is designed for applications requiring high-endurance non-volatile memory and efficient performance in a small 20-TSSOP package. Its integration of low-leakage analog peripherals makes it particularly suited for battery-powered sensing applications.

Why Choose This Part

The primary advantage is the unified FRAM memory, which offers significantly higher write endurance and lower power consumption compared to traditional Flash or EEPROM. It also features an extremely low shutdown current of 0.032uA and flexible low-power modes to extend battery life. The inclusion of an integrated transimpedance amplifier and various serial interfaces simplifies the design of compact sensor interfaces.

Applications

Battery-Powered Smoke and Heat Detectors
Utilizes ultra-low-power standby modes and unified FRAM for high-reliability event logging and long battery life.
Industrial Loop-Powered Sensors
The integrated low-power comparator and 10-bit ADC enable efficient signal processing in 4-to-20mA current loop systems.
Electronic Access Control
Takes advantage of fast FRAM write speeds and high endurance for storing access logs and security credentials.
Energy Harvesting Systems
Features a cold-start capability and low active power consumption of 126uA/MHz to operate from harvested energy sources.

Key Specifications

Speed 16MHz
RAM Size 1K x 8
Core Size 16-Bit
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity I2C, IrDA, SCI, SPI, UART/USART
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 16
Core Processor MSP430 CPU16
Package / Case 20-TSSOP (0.173", 4.40mm Width)
Data Converters A/D 8x10b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 3.75KB (3.75K x 8)
Program Memory Type FRAM
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 20-TSSOP
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.8V ~ 3.6V

Getting Started

To begin development, engineers can use the MSP-EXP430FR2311 LaunchPad development kit. Programming and debugging are supported via Code Composer Studio (CCS) or IAR Embedded Workbench using the onboard eZ-FET emulator. Documentation including the MSP430FR2311 User Guide and peripheral driver libraries are available through TI Resource Explorer.

Part of MSP430 family » MSP430FR2311

MSP430FR2311 Family

Comparing specs that differ across variants. The current part is highlighted.

Part Number I/O Pins Package Stock
MSP430FR2311IPW20R (this part) 16 TSSOP-20 13,690
MSP430FR2311IPW16R 11 TSSOP-16 24,355

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