LM3S301-IGZ20-C2T

Product Overview

Category

The LM3S301-IGZ20-C2T belongs to the category of microcontrollers.

Use

This microcontroller is commonly used in various electronic devices and embedded systems for controlling and processing data.

Characteristics

• High-performance 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 core
• Clock speed up to 50 MHz
• Flash memory capacity of 128 KB
• RAM capacity of 8 KB
• Low power consumption
• Wide operating voltage range
• Multiple communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C)
• Analog-to-digital converter (ADC) with multiple channels
• Timers and PWM outputs for precise timing control
• Built-in debugging and programming capabilities

Package and Quantity

The LM3S301-IGZ20-C2T is available in a surface-mount package with 20 pins. It is typically sold in reels or trays containing a specified quantity, usually in multiples of 100 or 1000 units.

Specifications

• Microcontroller: LM3S301
• Core: ARM Cortex-M3
• Clock Speed: Up to 50 MHz
• Flash Memory: 128 KB
• RAM: 8 KB
• Operating Voltage: 2.7V - 3.6V
• Communication Interfaces: UART, SPI, I2C
• ADC Channels: Multiple
• Timers: Yes
• PWM Outputs: Yes
• Debugging/Programming: Built-in

Detailed Pin Configuration

The LM3S301-IGZ20-C2T has a total of 20 pins, each serving a specific purpose. The pin configuration is as follows:

1. Pin 1: VDD - Power supply voltage
2. Pin 2: GND - Ground
3. Pin 3: GPIO0 - General-purpose input/output
4. Pin 4: GPIO1 - General-purpose input/output
5. Pin 5: GPIO2 - General-purpose input/output
6. Pin 6: GPIO3 - General-purpose input/output
7. Pin 7: UART_TX - UART transmit data
8. Pin 8: UART_RX - UART receive data
9. Pin 9: SPI_CLK - SPI clock signal
10. Pin 10: SPI_MISO - SPI master input, slave output
11. Pin 11: SPI_MOSI - SPI master output, slave input
12. Pin 12: I2C_SCL - I2C serial clock
13. Pin 13: I2C_SDA - I2C serial data
14. Pin 14: ADC0 - Analog-to-digital converter input channel 0
15. Pin 15: ADC1 - Analog-to-digital converter input channel 1
16. Pin 16: Timer0 - Timer control signal 0
17. Pin 17: Timer1 - Timer control signal 1
18. Pin 18: PWM0 - Pulse-width modulation output 0
19. Pin 19: PWM1 - Pulse-width modulation output 1
20. Pin 20: RESET - Reset signal

Functional Features

The LM3S301-IGZ20-C2T offers several functional features that make it suitable for a wide range of applications:

1. High-performance Processing: The ARM Cortex-M3 core provides efficient and powerful processing capabilities, enabling the microcontroller to handle complex tasks.
2. Low Power Consumption: The microcontroller is designed to minimize power consumption, making it suitable for battery-powered devices or energy-efficient applications.
3. Communication Interfaces: The UART, SPI, and I2C interfaces allow seamless communication with other devices, enabling data exchange and control.
4. Analog-to-Digital Conversion: The built-in ADC channels enable the microcontroller to convert analog signals into digital data, facilitating sensor integration and measurement.
5. Timers and PWM Outputs: The presence of timers and PWM outputs allows precise timing control and generation of analog-like signals for various applications.

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages

• High-performance ARM Cortex-M3 core ensures efficient processing capabilities.
• Low power consumption extends battery life in portable devices.
• Multiple communication interfaces enable seamless connectivity with other devices.
• Built-in debugging and programming capabilities simplify development and testing processes.
• Wide operating voltage range enhances compatibility with different power sources.

Disadvantages

• Limited flash memory capacity (128 KB) may restrict the size of programs that can be stored.
• Limited RAM capacity (8 KB) may impose constraints on data storage and manipulation.
• Surface-mount package may require specialized equipment for soldering and assembly.

Working Principles

The LM3S301-IGZ20-C2T operates based on the principles of a microcontroller. It executes instructions stored in its flash memory, processes data using the ARM Cortex-M3 core, communicates