TI MSP432

The TI MSP432 is a family of 32-bit microcontrollers (MCUs) developed by Texas Instruments (TI). These MCUs are based on the ARM Cortex-M4F core, incorporating a floating-point unit (FPU) and DSP instructions. The MSP432 family aims to bridge the gap between low-power MSP430 microcontrollers and higher-performance ARM Cortex-M based solutions.

Key characteristics of the MSP432 microcontrollers include:

• ARM Cortex-M4F Core: Provides a balance of performance and energy efficiency. The "F" designation indicates the presence of a hardware floating-point unit, which accelerates floating-point calculations.
• Low Power Consumption: Designed for applications where energy efficiency is critical, incorporating various low-power modes to minimize current draw when the MCU is idle or performing less demanding tasks.
• Integrated Peripherals: Features a range of integrated peripherals, such as ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter), DAC (Digital-to-Analog Converter), timers, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and comparators, enabling various applications.
• Memory: Includes both Flash memory for program storage and SRAM for data storage. Memory capacity varies depending on the specific MSP432 device.
• Development Tools: Supported by a comprehensive ecosystem of development tools, including TI's Code Composer Studio (CCS) IDE, IAR Embedded Workbench, and open-source options like GCC.
• Applications: Suitable for a wide range of applications, including industrial automation, sensor networks, consumer electronics, and Internet of Things (IoT) devices, where a combination of processing power, low power consumption, and peripheral integration is required.
• Variants: Exists in several variants offering differing memory sizes, peripheral sets, and package options to accommodate diverse application requirements.