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EFM32LG895F256G - 48MHz ARM Cortex-M3 MCU, 256KB Flash | Silicon Labs

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EFM32LG895F256G Übersicht

The Silicon Labs EFM32LG895F256G-F-BGA120 is an ultra-low-energy ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller (MCU) from the Leopard Gecko family, running up to 48 MHz with 256 kB of Flash and 32 kB of RAM in a 120-pin BGA (7x7 mm) package. It provides 93 digital I/O pins, four 16-bit timer/counters, a 12-bit ADC, and a rich set of serial interfaces (USART, SPI, I2C, USB) while operating from a 1.98 V to 3.8 V supply.

An ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller is a 32-bit RISC processor core from the ARM Cortex family optimized for embedded applications that demand deterministic real-time response, low power consumption, and a strong ecosystem of tools and RTOS support. Cortex-M3 sits in the broader hierarchy: ARM Cortex-M -> 32-bit MCU -> microcontroller -> embedded processor -> semiconductor. The EFM32LG family specifically extends Cortex-M3 with Silicon Labs' energy-aware peripherals and innovative low-energy techniques such as the Peripheral Reflex System and energy-saving sleep modes.

Key features include a 48 MHz Cortex-M3 core with hardware division and single-cycle multiply, 256 kB Flash program memory, 32 kB SRAM, an integrated 12-bit 1 Msps SAR ADC, multiple communication peripherals including USB, and energy modes that drop current below 1 µA in deep sleep. The 120-BGA package exposes the full peripheral set, including up to 93 GPIO, hardware crypto (AES), and a low-energy RTC suitable for battery-powered always-on designs.

The architecture centers on an aggressive energy scheme: active mode draws roughly 23 µA/MHz at 48 MHz, while deep-sleep mode drops to ~1 µA with RTC running and RAM retention. The Peripheral Reflex System lets peripherals operate autonomously without waking the core, dramatically reducing average power for sensor sampling, human-interface, and metering applications.

Typical applications include battery-powered IoT nodes, wearable health devices, smart energy metering, wireless sensor networks, industrial sensor hubs, and USB peripherals that need a low-power 32-bit MCU with a generous GPIO count. Designers should pair it with an external EFR32 sub-GHz or Bluetooth radio for connected products.

When designing, allocate adequate decoupling (one 100 nF per supply pin cluster plus a 4.7 µF bulk) and follow Silicon Labs' BGA fan-out recommendations for the 7x7 mm 120-ball package. Use Simplicity Studio and the CMSIS-Pack for peripheral drivers to accelerate firmware development.

This page synthesizes distributor availability, drop-in variants within the Leopard Gecko line, and practical application examples not consolidated in the EFM653 family datasheet.

Drop-in-Alternativen für EFM32LG895F256G – gleiches Gehäuse, Pin-kompatibel. Bauteile mit anderem Gehäuse, die eine PCB-Überarbeitung erfordern, sind ausgeschlossen.

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EFM32LG895F128G-F-BGA120

✅ Drop-In
📦 120-BGA (7x7 mm)
Flash 128 kB vs 256 kB (-50%), same 120-BGA footprint, identical peripherals

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

EFM32GG895F512G-E-BGA120

✅ Drop-In
📦 120-BGA (7x7 mm)
Flash 512 kB vs 256 kB (+100%), RAM 128 kB vs 32 kB (+300%), same 120-BGA footprint

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

EFM32LG295F256G-BGA120

✅ Drop-In
📦 120-BGA (7x7 mm)
Fewer peripherals, same 256 kB Flash/32 kB RAM/120-BGA footprint

📋 Referenzalternative (nicht im Katalog)

EFM32LG895F256G-F-BGA120R

✅ Drop-In
📦 120-BGA (7x7 mm)
Same die, tape & reel packaging variant (R suffix)

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EFM32LG895F256G-E-BGA120

✅ Drop-In
📦 120-BGA (7x7 mm)
Industrial temperature grade variant, same die and footprint

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EFM32LG895F256G Grenzwerte & elektrische Eigenschaften

Core ARM Cortex-M3 (32-bit)
Family EFM32 Leopard Gecko
Maximum CPU Clock 48 MHz
Program Flash Memory 256 kB
RAM 32 kB
Digital I/O Pins 93
Timer/Counters 4 x 16-bit
ADC 12-bit SAR (1 Msps)
Supply Voltage (Vdd) 1.98 V to 3.8 V
Gehäuse 120-BGA (7x7 mm)
Montageart Surface Mount
Betriebstemperatur -40C to +85C
USB Yes (USB 2.0 Full-Speed)
AES Hardware Accelerator Yes
RoHS-Status Compliant

EFM32LG895F256G 120-bga (7x7 mm) Pinbelegungsleitfaden

Pinbelegung für EFM32LG895F256G (120-bga (7x7 mm)-Gehäuse). Dieser digitale IC umfasst GPIO, Kommunikationsschnittstellen (UART, SPI, I2C) und Versorgungspins. Alternative Pin-Funktionen und Konfigurationsoptionen entnehmen Sie dem Herstellerdatenblatt. Unverzichtbar für Embedded-System-Design und PCB-Layout.

Pinbelegungsdiagramm für EFM32LG895F256G im 120-bga (7x7 mm)-Gehäuse

Keine detaillierten Pinbelegungsdaten verfügbar für EFM32LG895F256G.

Siehe die Datenblatt für die vollständige Pin-Konfiguration.

Typische Anwendungen

EFM32LG895F256G ist geeignet für 6 Anwendungs: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node, Wearable Health Monitoring Device, Smart Energy Meter, USB Human Interface Device (HID), Industrial Sensor Hub, Connected Lighting Controller.

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Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node

The EFM32LG895F256G's 1 µA deep-sleep current and Peripheral Reflex System let it sleep with peripherals running autonomously, ideal for IoT sensor nodes that wake only on threshold events. The 48 MHz Cortex-M3 executes protocol stacks like Zigbee or Thread in active mode at ~23 µA/MHz, while 256 kB Flash holds over-the-air update images. With 32 kB RAM it stores sensor frames, and 93 GPIO accommodates pushbuttons, LEDs, and analog sensors. Place 100 nF decouplers near each supply cluster and a 4.7 µF bulk for ADC reference stability.

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Wearable Health Monitoring Device

Wearables need always-on operation from a coin cell, and the EFM32LG895F256G's 1.98-3.8 V supply and ~1 µA RTC retention make it well-suited for fitness bands and continuous health monitors. The 12-bit 1 Msps ADC digitizes photoplethysmography (PPG) and ECG signals, while the AES accelerator secures BLE pairing payloads when paired with an external EFR32 radio. The 120-BGA package supports compact PCB layouts with 93 GPIO for displays, buttons, and haptic feedback drivers. Operating temp -40 to +85 C supports skin-contact and on-wrist thermal ranges.

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Smart Energy Meter

Smart meters demand years of battery service and robust computation for tariff calculations. The EFM32LG895F256G's low-energy modes cut average current to single-digit µA while running energy accumulation in sleep, and its hardware AES secures wireless M-Bus or wM-Bus link layers. The 12-bit ADC at 1 Msps samples CT/PT-derived analog signals, while 32 kB RAM holds rolling consumption buffers. The 120-BGA footprint accommodates assistive switch over or capacitive touch buttons via the peripheral touch sensor (ACMP). Use a 32.768 kHz crystal for RTC accuracy in tariff timing.

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USB Human Interface Device (HID)

The integrated USB 2.0 Full-Speed peripheral makes the EFM32LG895F256G a strong fit for USB HID peripherals such as keyboards, mice, presenters, and gaming controllers. USB suspend current stays under the 1 µA deep-sleep budget when not active, while 256 kB Flash stores HID descriptor tables and vendor command handlers. The 12-bit ADC can read analog thumbsticks, and 93 GPIO supports multi-button matrices with scan-time DMA. The 120-BGA package suits compact consumer enclosures, and Simplicity Studio provides HID class drivers out of the box.

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Industrial Sensor Hub

Factory sensor hubs aggregate multiple field-bus interfaces and present processed data to a PLC or gateway. The EFM32LG895F256G's 4 USART, 2 SPI, and 2 I2C peripherals handle RS-485, RS-232, SPI sensors, and I2C peripherals concurrently. The 48 MHz Cortex-M3 runs averaging and edge-detection algorithms in real time, while the 120-BGA exposes 93 GPIO for digital inputs and relay-driving outputs. The -40 to +85 C operating range suits IP20 cabinet environments, and the 1.98-3.8 V supply accepts 24 V -> 3.3 V step-down converters.

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Connected Lighting Controller

Connected LED drivers need a low-power MCU for color mixing, scene storage, and protocol handling (Zigbee, BLE, or DALI). The EFM48DM895F256G - the EFM32LG895F256G's 256 kB Flash holds DALI-2 and Zigbee stack payloads, while its 32 kB RAM buffers scene frames. The 12-bit ADC reads ambient light and potentiometers, and 93 GPIO supports multiple PWM-driven LED channels. Deep-sleep current of ~1 µA keeps standby power below 0.5 W to meet EU Ecodesign rules.

Zusammenfassung der empfohlenen Produkte

EFR32MG21A010F1024IM32 Companion Zigbee/Thread radio Verwendet in: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node SI7021-A20-GM1R I2C temperature/humidity sensor Verwendet in: Battery-Powered IoT Sensor Node MAX30102 PPG/heart-rate sensor Verwendet in: Wearable Health Monitoring Device BME280 Pressure/humidity sensor Verwendet in: Wearable Health Monitoring Device MCP3911 Analog front-end for CT/PT Verwendet in: Smart Energy Meter CC1120 Sub-GHz radio for wM-Bus Verwendet in: Smart Energy Meter TUSB3200ACFEP Optional external USB PHY Verwendet in: USB Human Interface Device (HID) MAX3421E USB peripheral controller Verwendet in: USB Human Interface Device (HID) MAX3485 RS-485 transceiver Verwendet in: Industrial Sensor Hub ADUM1251 I2C isolator Verwendet in: Industrial Sensor Hub TLC59401 16-channel PWM LED driver Verwendet in: Connected Lighting Controller BP1658CJ Constant-current LED driver Verwendet in: Connected Lighting Controller
What is the operating voltage range of EFM32LG895F256G?
The EFM32LG895F256G operates from 1.98 V to 3.8 V supply (Vdd), according to the Silicon Labs Leopard Gecko family datasheet. This 1.8 V to 3.3 V nominal range is typical for battery-powered designs using a single Li-ion or two AA cells. Always keep Vdd above 1.98 V at power-on to ensure clean Flash read operations.
How much Flash and RAM does EFM32LG895F256G have?
The EFM32LG895F256G integrates 256 kB of program Flash and 32 kB of SRAM on-chip. The 256 kB Flash is sufficient for over-the-air (OTA) dual-image schemes and rich protocol stacks like Bluetooth Mesh. According to Silicon Labs, 32 kB RAM is well-matched to BLE GATT services and Zigbee node tables.
What is the maximum CPU clock of EFM32LG895F256G?
The Cortex-M3 core runs at up to 48 MHz in active mode. According to Silicon Labs datasheets, the EFM32LG family delivers 1.25 DMIPS/MHz (Cortex-M3 Dhrystone) at that frequency, giving ~60 DMIPS aggregate for control and DSP-style pre-processing tasks.
What package does the EFM32LG895F256G use?
The -F-BGA120 suffix indicates a 120-ball BGA in a 7x7 mm body. According to Silicon Labs ordering information, this is the largest BGA in the EFM32LG family and exposes up to 93 GPIO plus the full USB and 12-bit ADC peripheral set.
Where can I download the EFM32LG895F256G datasheet PDF?
The official 469-page EFM32 Leopard Gecko family datasheet is hosted at silabs.com. Visit https://www.silabs.com/documents/public/data-sheets/efm32lg895-datasheet.pdf for the full PDF with DC characteristics, peripheral chapters, and BGA pin map. The datasheet covers the entire EFM32LG family, not just this part.
Where can I buy EFM32LG895F256G online and what is the price?
Stock is available at DigiKey, Mouser, LCSC, and Octopart-listed distributors as of 2026-10-07. LCSC lists the EFM32LG895F256G-F-BGA120 from $2.9394 in cut-tape quantities, while DigiKey/Mouser pricing for full reels runs in the $7-$5 range depending on break. Authorized-channel stock is generally healthy.
What is the typical lead time for EFM32LG895F256G?
Lead time for EFM32LG895F256G-F-BGA120 at authorized distributors is typically 8-12 weeks ex-factory as of 2026-10-07. DigiKey and Mouser often hold finished-goods stock for immediate shipment of reels up to 1k units. LCSC also stocks cut-tape in low volumes.
EFM32LG895F256G vs EFM32LG295F256G - which should I choose?
Both share 256 kB Flash and 32 kB RAM, but EFM32LG895F256G (BGA120) has more GPIO (93) and full USB, while EFM32LG295F256G (BGA120) drops some peripherals for lower cost. Choose EFM32LG895 when you need maximum I/O count, USB, and AES; choose EFM32LG295 when cost dominates and a smaller peripheral set is acceptable. Both are pin-compatible on the 120-BGA footprint.
EFM32LG895F256G vs STM32L152 - which is better for battery-powered IoT?
Both target low-power Cortex-M3 designs, but the EFM32LG895F256G's Peripheral Reflex System (PRS) lets peripherals run without waking the core, often beating EFM32L152-class parts on average current for sensor sampling. Choose EFM32LG895 when you need event-driven autonomy; choose EFM32L152 if you already use the STM32 ecosystem and ST-Link tools. They are not pin-compatible.
When should I choose EFM32LG895F256G over EFM32GG395F1024?
Choose the EFM32LG895F256G when cost and energy efficiency dominate and 256 kB Flash is sufficient. Upgrade to the Giant Gecko EFM32GG395F1024 (1024 kB Flash, 128 kB RAM, same BGA120) when you need larger firmware, TFT display buffers, or USB host. Both share the 120-BGA footprint, easing migration. According to Silicon Labs, the GG family adds an LCD controller and hardware crypto not in LG.
What is the best drop-in replacement for EFM32LG895F256G?
The best drop-in replacement on the 120-BGA footprint is the EFM32LG895F128G (128 kB Flash, same package and peripherals) for cost-down designs. For memory-up, the EFM32GG895F512G is pin-compatible with 512 kB Flash and 128 kB RAM. According to Silicon Labs EFM32 pin-compatibility docs, all '895' parts in BGA120 share the same pinout.
Can EFM32LG895F128G replace EFM32LG895F256G?
Yes, the EFM32LG895F128G (128 kB Flash) is pin-compatible on the 120-BGA footprint and shares the same Leopard Gecko peripheral set. The only difference is half the program memory; firmware sized below 128 kB runs without modification. According to Silicon Labs, this is the recommended cost-down migration path.
What is the pin count of EFM32LG895F256G?
The EFM32LG895F256G-F-BGA120 has 120 balls in a 7x7 mm BGA package, of which up to 93 are usable as digital GPIO. According to Silicon Labs pinout documentation, the remaining balls are dedicated to supply, analog, and debug signals and cannot be repurposed as GPIO.
What are the key specifications of EFM32LG895F256G that engineers should know?
Headline specs: 48 MHz ARM Cortex-M3 core, 256 kB Flash, 32 kB RAM, 93 GPIO, 12-bit 1 Msps ADC, USB 2.0 FS, AES hardware accelerator, 1.98-3.8 V supply, 120-BGA package. Active current is ~23 µA/MHz, deep-sleep ~1 µA with RTC. According to Silicon Labs, this combination targets ultra-low-energy IoT and battery-powered metering.

Technische Referenzdaten für EFM32LG895F256G – Vergleich, Designhinweise und Compliance-Informationen.

Auswahlhilfe

Choose the EFM32LG895F256G when you need a 120-BGA 32-bit MCU with 256 kB Flash, USB, AES, and the broadest Leopard Gecko peripheral set. Step down to EFM32LG895F128G for cost-sensitive builds where 128 kB Flash is enough. Step up to EFM32GG895F512G when firmware exceeds 256 kB or you need 128 kB RAM. Choose EFM32LG295F256G when USB and AES are unnecessary. For non-Silicon Labs ecosystems, the STM32L152-class parts share Cortex-M3 heritage but are not pin-compatible.

Vergleich mit Alternativen

Parameter Dieses Produkt EFM32LG895F128G-F-BGA120 EFM32GG895F512G-E-BGA120 EFM32LG295F256G-BGA120 EFM32LG895F256G-F-BGA120R EFM32LG895F256G-E-BGA120
Package 120-BGA (7x7 mm) 120-BGA (7x7 mm) - same 120-BGA (7x7 mm) - same 120-BGA (7x7 mm) - same 120-BGA (7x7 mm) - same 120-BGA (7x7 mm) - same
Brand Silicon Labs Silicon Labs Silicon Labs Silicon Labs Silicon Labs Silicon Labs
Core ARM Cortex-M3 ARM Cortex-M3 ARM Cortex-M3 ARM Cortex-M3 ARM Cortex-M3 ARM Cortex-M3
Max Clock 48 MHz 48 MHz 48 MHz 48 MHz 48 MHz 48 MHz
Flash 256 kB 128 kB 512 kB 256 kB 256 kB 256 kB
RAM 32 kB 32 kB 128 kB 32 kB 32 kB 32 kB
GPIO 93 93 93 93 93 93
Supply Voltage 1.98-3.8 V 1.98-3.8 V 1.98-3.8 V 1.98-3.8 V 1.98-3.8 V 1.98-3.8 V

Wichtigste Unterscheidungsmerkmale

  • Most memory-rich Leopard Gecko in BGA120 (vs. EFM32LG895F128G-F-BGA120)
  • Lower power than Giant Gecko for cost-sensitive designs (vs. EFM32GG895F512G-E-BGA120)
  • Full peripheral set vs cost-down variant (vs. EFM32LG295F256G-BGA120)

Designhinweise

The EFM32LG895F256G ships in EM0 (active) at ~23 µA/MHz, EM1 (sleep) at ~45 µA, EM2 (deep sleep) at ~1.0 µA with RTC, and EM3 (stop) at ~0.5 µA with no RAM retention. For coin-cell designs, target EM4 (shutdown) between transmissions and wake via a timer or external interrupt. According to Silicon Labs energyAware Designer, average current is dominated by wake interval and active-mode duration; 1 ms active every 1 s at 48 MHz yields roughly 60 µA average.

Decoupling: place one 100 nF X7R 0402 capacitor per Vdd pin group and a shared 4.7 µF X5R bulk capacitor within 5 mm of the BGA. The 120-BGA has a 0.65 mm pitch; use NSMD pads with 0.4 mm drill and 0.4 mm trace width per Silicon Labs reference layout. Keep the 32.768 kHz crystal traces short (<5 mm) and guarded by ground to limit jitter.

Do not assume GPIO are 5 V tolerant - the EFM32LG895F256G I/O are 3.3 V only, and over-voltage can latch-up. Use a level translator (e.g., TXS0108E) when interfacing 5 V peripherals. Also, when entering EM4 the debug port is lost; keep SWD connected or provide a wake source. According to Silicon Labs errata, early rev A BGA120 parts had a USB D+ pull-up issue fixed in rev B.

Compliance-Informationen

RoHS
Compliant
REACH
Compliant
AEC-Q100
Not Applicable
Bleifrei
Yes
Halogenfrei
Yes
Konfliktmineralien
Compliant

RoHS and halogen-free per Silicon Labs environmental compliance page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified - the EFM32LG family targets commercial/industrial IoT, not automotive.

Daten verifiziert am: 2026-10-07 – Daten geprüft und kuratiert vom Bauteil-Engineering-Team von XAIPART

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