Manufacturer Part Number
MSP430F156IPM
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments
Introduction
16-Bit Ultra-Low-Power Microcontroller, 24KB Flash, 1KB RAM, 48 I/O
Product Features and Performance
Ultra-low-power architecture for extended battery life
16-Bit RISC architecture for efficient processing
8MHz maximum clock speed for fast operation
I2C, SPI, UART/USART for versatile connectivity options
Enhanced peripherals including DMA, PWM, Brown-out Detect/Reset
Large number of I/O pins (48) for complex applications
Ample program memory (24KB Flash) and RAM (1K x 8)
Integrated analog-to-digital (A/D 8x12b) and digital-to-analog (D/A 2x12b) converters
Flexible power management with a supply voltage range from 1.8V to 3.6V
Internal oscillator for clock generation
Optimized for low-power and portable applications
Product Advantages
High integration reduces external components and system costs
Advanced power management features minimize energy consumption
Extensive library of development tools and support from Texas Instruments
Robust design enables operation in extreme temperature from -40°C to 85°C
Key Technical Parameters
Core: MSP430 CPU16
Speed: 8MHz
Connectivity: I2C, SPI, UART/USART
Peripherals: DMA, PWM, BOR, POR, WDT
Number of I/O: 48
Program Memory: 24KB FLASH
RAM: 1KB
Voltage Supply: 1.8V to 3.6V
Data Converters: A/D 8x12b, D/A 2x12b
Operating Temperature: -40°C to 85°C
Quality and Safety Features
Brown-out Detect/Reset ensures proper operation under variable power conditions
Watchdog Timer for system reliability and recovery
Compatibility
LQFP-64 package compatible with standard surface-mount assembly processes
Application Areas
Industrial automation
Sensing and measurement systems
Consumer electronics
Battery-operated devices
Portable medical instruments
Product Lifecycle
Currently active product not projected to be discontinued
Support and replacement parts expected to be available
Several Key Reasons to Choose This Product
Texas Instruments' reputation for quality and support
MSP430 industry-leading low-power performance for energy-sensitive applications
Flexible and extensive I/O capabilities enable design scalability
The comprehensive set of integrated peripherals reduces BOM cost
Strong community and ecosystem for development and troubleshooting
Long-term availability and support for sustained product lifecycle
