STM32F103VCT6 Introduction

STM32F103VCT6 is a microcontroller from STMicroelectronics' STM32F1 series, based on the ARM Cortex-M3 core. This series is known for providing a good balance of performance, power efficiency, and peripheral integration, making it suitable for a wide range of applications in industrial, automotive, consumer electronics, and more.

Typical Applications:

Industrial Control: Used in machinery control, automation, and robotics.

Consumer Electronics: Found in smart home devices, audio systems, and handheld devices.

Automotive: Used for various automotive systems including sensors, actuators, and communication networks (e.g., CAN).

Medical Devices: Used in portable medical equipment for monitoring and data acquisition.

Communication: Acts as a bridge for communication protocols like USB, CAN, and serial interfaces.

STM32F103VCT6 Parameters

STM32F103VCT6 Similar Prodcuts Comparison

STM32F105VCT6 vs STM32F107VCT6 vs ATSAM3A4CA-AU vs STM32F103VCT6 vs STM32F105VCT7 Comparison

Parameter	STM32F105VCT6	STM32F107VCT6	ATSAM3A4CA-AU	STM32F103VCT6	STM32F105VCT7
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Manufacturer	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics	Microchip (Atmel)	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics
Core	ARM Cortex-M3	ARM Cortex-M3	ARM Cortex-M3	ARM Cortex-M3	ARM Cortex-M3
Clock Speed	72 MHz	72 MHz	100 MHz	72 MHz	72 MHz
Flash Memory	128 KB	128 KB	256 KB	128 KB	128 KB
RAM	16 KB	16 KB	64 KB	64 KB	16 KB
Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC)	3 (12-bit, 16 channels)	3 (12-bit, 16 channels)	12-bit ADC (12 channels)	3 (12-bit, 16 channels)	3 (12-bit, 16 channels)
Timers	3 timers (16-bit)	3 timers (16-bit)	6 timers (16-bit)	3 timers (16-bit)	3 timers (16-bit)
UART	3 UARTs	3 UARTs	2 UARTs	3 UARTs	3 UARTs
SPI/I2C	SPI (2), I2C (2)	SPI (2), I2C (2)	SPI (2), I2C (2)	SPI (2), I2C (2)	SPI (2), I2C (2)
USB	USB 2.0 Full-Speed	USB 2.0 Full-Speed	USB 2.0 Full-Speed	USB 2.0 Full-Speed	USB 2.0 Full-Speed
DMA	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
CAN	1	1	1	1	1
Operating Voltage	2.0V to 3.6V	2.0V to 3.6V	1.8V to 3.6V	2.0V to 3.6V	2.0V to 3.6V
Package	LQFP-64	LQFP-64	LQFP-64	LQFP-64	LQFP-64
Temperature Range	-40°C to +85°C	-40°C to +85°C	-40°C to +85°C	-40°C to +85°C	-40°C to +85°C
Special Features	JTAG, RTC, Watchdog Timer	JTAG, RTC, Watchdog Timer	JTAG, RTC, Watchdog Timer	JTAG, RTC, Watchdog Timer	JTAG, RTC, Watchdog Timer

The ATSAM3A4CA-AU offers higher performance with its 100 MHz clock speed, 256 KB flash, 64 KB RAM, and Ethernet support, making it suitable for more complex applications.

The STM32F105VCT6, STM32F107VCT6, and STM32F103VCT6 are similar in terms of clock speed, flash memory, and RAM, with the STM32F103VCT6 providing 64 KB RAM and offering a good balance of peripherals.

The STM32F105VCT7 is quite similar to the STM32F105VCT6, with minor revisions.

ATSAM3A4CA-AU stands out for its superior performance and additional Ethernet connectivity, while the STM32 microcontrollers are more suitable for general-purpose applications.

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STM32F103VCT6 Datasheet

FAQs about STM32F103VCT6

1. What is the main frequency of STM32F103VCT6?

Answer: The main frequency of STM32F103VCT6 is up to 72 MHz. Based on the ARM Cortex-M3 core, it can provide good performance in embedded systems.

2. How many ADC channels does STM32F103VCT6 have?

Answer: STM32F103VCT6 has 3 12-bit ADCs, each ADC supports up to 16 input channels, suitable for multi-channel signal acquisition and analog-to-digital conversion.

3. What communication interfaces does the STM32F103VCT6 support?

Answer: The microcontroller supports multiple communication interfaces, including:

3 USARTs

2 SPIs

2 I2Cs

1 CAN

1 USB 2.0 full-speed interface

1 SDIO interface

4.How to use timers to generate PWM signals in STM32F103VCT6?

Answer: STM32F103VCT6 provides 1 16-bit advanced control timer (TIM1) dedicated to generating high-precision PWM signals. By configuring the output compare mode of the timer, a variety of PWM waveforms can be generated, which are widely used in motor control and signal conditioning.

5. What is the Flash capacity of STM32F103VCT6?

Answer: The Flash capacity of STM32F103VCT6 is 256 KB, which can be used to store programs and user data. It also has other variants with different capacity options, ranging from 128 KB to 512 KB.

6.How does STM32F103VCT6 implement USB communication?

Answer: STM32F103VCT6 supports USB 2.0 full-speed interface, and can easily implement host and device mode communication through the built-in USB driver, which is suitable for USB protocols such as HID (Human Interface Device) and MSC (Mass Storage Device).

7.What development tools does STM32F103VCT6 support?

Answer: STM32F103VCT6 supports a variety of development tools and IDEs, including:

STM32CubeMX: used to generate initialization code and peripheral configuration.

Keil MDK: popular ARM development tool.

IAR Embedded Workbench: professional embedded development environment.

STM32CubeIDE: free integrated development environment officially provided by ST.

8.How does STM32F103VCT6 implement external interrupts?

Answer: STM32F103VCT6 provides an EXTI (external interrupt) controller that allows the use of GPIO pins as interrupt sources. The interrupt trigger mode can be configured (rising edge, falling edge, or both edges), and the interrupt priority is managed by NVIC.

9. What is the operating temperature range of STM32F103VCT6?

Answer: The operating temperature range of STM32F103VCT6 is -40°C to +85°C, which is suitable for industrial environments and harsh climate conditions.

10.What are some similar microcontrollers to STM32F103VCT6?

If you are looking for a microcontroller similar to the STM32F103VCT6, here are some similar models or series based on different requirements such as performance, peripherals or function expansion: