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STM32F205VGT6

STM32F205VGT6

STMicroelectronics
ARM® Cortex®-M3 STM32F2 Microcontroller IC 32-Bit 120MHz 1MB (1M x 8) FLASH 100-LQFP (14x14)
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Overview

The STM32F205VGT6 is a high-performance 32-bit microcontroller based on the ARM Cortex-M3 core operating at frequencies up to 120MHz. It features 1MB of Flash memory and 128KB of SRAM, integrated into a 100-pin LQFP package. The device utilizes ST's Adaptive Real-Time (ART) Accelerator to achieve 0-wait state execution performance from Flash.

Why Choose This Part

The inclusion of the ART Accelerator allows the Cortex-M3 core to reach its theoretical maximum performance of 150 DMIPS at 120MHz. Its wide range of connectivity options, including USB OTG High Speed (with external PHY) and dual CAN 2.0B controllers, provides significant flexibility for complex peripheral interfacing.

Applications

Industrial Automation
Used in PLC controllers and industrial networking equipment due to its dual CAN interfaces and high processing throughput.
Connectivity Gateways
Ideal for bridging communication between USB OTG, SDIO, and multiple UART/USART interfaces in protocol translation units.
Embedded Control Systems
Suitable for motor control and power management applications requiring precise timing via its 14 timers and dual 12-bit DACs.

Key Specifications

Speed 120MHz
RAM Size 132K x 8
Core Size 32-Bit
Peripherals Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, I2S, LCD, POR, PWM, WDT
Connectivity CANbus, I2C, IrDA, LINbus, MMC, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
Mounting Type Surface Mount
Number of I/O 82
Core Processor ARM Cortex-M3
Package / Case 100-LQFP
Data Converters A/D 16x12b; D/A 2x12b
Oscillator Type Internal
Program Memory Size 1MB (1M x 8)
Program Memory Type FLASH
Operating Temperature -40degC ~ 85degC (TA)
Supplier Device Package 100-LQFP (14x14)
Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) 1.8V ~ 3.6V

Getting Started

Developers can begin by using the STM32CubeF2 software suite which includes the HAL and low-layer drivers. Hardware prototyping is best performed on the STM3220G-EVAL board or through a Nucleo board using a standard SWD/JTAG debugger like an ST-LINK/V2.

STM32F205 Family

Part NumberDifferenceStock
STM32F205RBT6 64-pin · 128KB Flash 5,708

Also Consider

STM32F207VGT6 STMicroelectronics - Offers an identical feature set but adds a 10/100 Ethernet MAC for applications requiring wired networking.

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