STM32F207VCT6 - 32-bit ARM Cortex-M3 MCU, 256KB Flash | STMicroelectronics
MPN: STM32F207VCT6 β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12.5 | $12.50 |
| 10 | $11.25 | $112.50 |
| 100 | $9.8 | $980.00 |
| 500 | $8.9 | $4,450.00 |
| 1,000 | $8.1 | $8,100.00 |
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STM32F207VCT6 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | ARM Cortex-M3 |
| Max Clock Speed | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB |
| SRAM | 128 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V |
| Package | LQFP-100 (14x14 mm) |
| Operating Temperature | -40C to +85C |
| GPIO Pins | 82 |
| ADC | 3x 12-bit, up to 24 channels |
| DAC | 2x 12-bit |
| Timers | 12 (including advanced-control) |
| Communication Interfaces | 3x SPI, 3x I2C, 4x USART, 2x UART, 2x CAN, USB OTG FS/HS, Ethernet MAC, SDIO |
| Cryptographic Acceleration | AES, DES, SHA-1, MD5 |
| Random Number Generator | Yes (RNG) |
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
STM32F207VCT6 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | VBAT β Backup battery supply |
| Pin 2 | PC13 β GPIO / RTC output |
| Pin 3 | PC14 β GPIO / OSC32_IN |
| Pin 4 | PC15 β GPIO / OSC32_OUT |
| Pin 5 | PF0 β GPIO / OSC_IN |
| Pin 6 | PF1 β GPIO / OSC_OUT |
| Pin 7 | NRST β Reset (active low) |
| Pin 8 | PC0 β GPIO / ADC_IN10 |
| Pin 9 | PC1 β GPIO / ADC_IN11 |
| Pin 10 | PC2 β GPIO / ADC_IN12 |
| Pin 11 | PC3 β GPIO / ADC_IN13 |
| Pin 12 | VSSA β Analog ground |
| Pin 13 | VDDA β Analog power supply |
| Pin 14 | PA0 β GPIO / ADC_IN0 / WKUP |
| Pin 15 | PA1 β GPIO / ADC_IN1 |
| Pin 16 | PA2 β GPIO / ADC_IN2 / USART2_TX |
| Pin 17 | PA3 β GPIO / ADC_IN3 / USART2_RX |
| Pin 18 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 19 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 20 | PA4 β GPIO / DAC_OUT1 |
| Pin 21 | PA5 β GPIO / DAC_OUT2 |
| Pin 22 | PA6 β GPIO / ADC_IN6 |
| Pin 23 | PA7 β GPIO / ADC_IN7 |
| Pin 24 | PC4 β GPIO / ADC_IN14 |
| Pin 25 | PC5 β GPIO / ADC_IN15 |
| Pin 26 | PB0 β GPIO / ADC_IN8 |
| Pin 27 | PB1 β GPIO / ADC_IN9 |
| Pin 28 | PB2 β GPIO / BOOT1 |
| Pin 29 | PB10 β GPIO / I2C2_SCL |
| Pin 30 | PB11 β GPIO / I2C2_SDA |
| Pin 31 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 32 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 33 | PB12 β GPIO / SPI2_NSS |
| Pin 34 | PB13 β GPIO / SPI2_SCK |
| Pin 35 | PB14 β GPIO / SPI2_MISO |
| Pin 36 | PB15 β GPIO / SPI2_MOSI |
| Pin 37 | PD8 β GPIO / FSMC_D13 |
| Pin 38 | PD9 β GPIO / FSMC_D14 |
| Pin 39 | PD10 β GPIO / FSMC_D15 |
| Pin 40 | PD11 β GPIO / FSMC_A16 |
| Pin 41 | PD12 β GPIO / FSMC_A17 |
| Pin 42 | PD13 β GPIO / FSMC_A18 |
| Pin 43 | PD14 β GPIO / FSMC_D0 |
| Pin 44 | PD15 β GPIO / FSMC_D1 |
| Pin 45 | PE0 β GPIO / FSMC_NBL0 |
| Pin 46 | PE1 β GPIO / FSMC_NBL1 |
| Pin 47 | PE2 β GPIO / FSMC_A23 |
| Pin 48 | PE3 β GPIO / FSMC_A19 |
| Pin 49 | PE4 β GPIO / FSMC_A20 |
| Pin 50 | PE5 β GPIO / FSMC_A21 |
| Pin 51 | PE6 β GPIO / FSMC_A22 |
| Pin 52 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 53 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 54 | PE7 β GPIO / FSMC_D4 |
| Pin 55 | PE8 β GPIO / FSMC_D5 |
| Pin 56 | PE9 β GPIO / FSMC_D6 |
| Pin 57 | PE10 β GPIO / FSMC_D7 |
| Pin 58 | PE11 β GPIO / FSMC_D8 |
| Pin 59 | PE12 β GPIO / FSMC_D9 |
| Pin 60 | PE13 β GPIO / FSMC_D10 |
| Pin 61 | PE14 β GPIO / FSMC_D11 |
| Pin 62 | PE15 β GPIO / FSMC_D12 |
| Pin 63 | PB3 β GPIO / JTDO |
| Pin 64 | PB4 β GPIO / NJTRST |
| Pin 65 | PB5 β GPIO / I2C1_SMBA |
| Pin 66 | PB6 β GPIO / I2C1_SCL |
| Pin 67 | PB7 β GPIO / I2C1_SDA |
| Pin 68 | BOOT0 β Boot mode selection |
| Pin 69 | PB8 β GPIO / CAN1_RX |
| Pin 70 | PB9 β GPIO / CAN1_TX |
| Pin 71 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 72 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 73 | PE0 β GPIO / TIM4_ETR |
| Pin 74 | PE1 β GPIO / TIM4_CH1 |
| Pin 75 | PE2 β GPIO / TIM4_CH2 |
| Pin 76 | PE3 β GPIO / TIM4_CH3 |
| Pin 77 | PE4 β GPIO / TIM4_CH4 |
| Pin 78 | PE5 β GPIO / TIM9_CH1 |
| Pin 79 | PE6 β GPIO / TIM9_CH2 |
| Pin 80 | PC6 β GPIO / TIM3_CH1 |
| Pin 81 | PC7 β GPIO / TIM3_CH2 |
| Pin 82 | PC8 β GPIO / TIM3_CH3 |
| Pin 83 | PC9 β GPIO / TIM3_CH4 |
| Pin 84 | PA8 β GPIO / MCO1 |
| Pin 85 | PA9 β GPIO / USART1_TX |
| Pin 86 | PA10 β GPIO / USART1_RX |
| Pin 87 | PA11 β GPIO / USB_DM |
| Pin 88 | PA12 β GPIO / USB_DP |
| Pin 89 | PA13 β GPIO / SWDIO |
| Pin 90 | PA14 β GPIO / SWCLK |
| Pin 91 | PA15 β GPIO / JTDI |
| Pin 92 | PC10 β GPIO / USART3_TX |
| Pin 93 | PC11 β GPIO / USART3_RX |
| Pin 94 | PC12 β GPIO / USART3_CK |
| Pin 95 | PD0 β GPIO / FSMC_D2 |
| Pin 96 | PD1 β GPIO / FSMC_D3 |
| Pin 97 | PD2 β GPIO / SDIO_CMD |
| Pin 98 | PD3 β GPIO / FSMC_CLK |
| Pin 99 | PD4 β GPIO / FSMC_NOE |
| Pin 100 | PD5 β GPIO / FSMC_NWE |
Safe Operating Area (SOA) & Thermal Characteristics
No official SOA curve available for this digital IC. Always operate within absolute maximum ratings specified in the datasheet. Ensure adequate cooling and derate as needed.
Typical Applications
STM32F207VCT6 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation, IoT Gateway, Motor Control, Medical Devices, Smart Metering, Audio Processing.
Industrial Automation
The STM32F207VCT6 is ideal for industrial automation due to its robust communication interfaces (Ethernet, CAN, USART) and advanced timers for precise motor control. It can handle complex control algorithms and real-time data processing, making it suitable for PLCs, robotic controllers, and factory automation systems. The device's wide operating temperature range (-40Β°C to +85Β°C) ensures reliability in harsh industrial environments. Its cryptographic acceleration and RNG enhance security for industrial IoT applications.
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IoT Gateway
With its Ethernet MAC, USB OTG HS, and multiple communication interfaces, the STM32F207VCT6 is well-suited for IoT gateways that aggregate data from various sensors and devices. It can run embedded Linux or a real-time OS to manage network protocols and data routing. The cryptographic acceleration supports secure communication (TLS/SSL) without burdening the CPU. Its low power consumption and wide supply voltage range make it suitable for always-on gateway devices.
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Motor Control
The STM32F207VCT6 excels in motor control applications, particularly field-oriented control (FOC) of brushless DC (BLDC) motors. Its advanced-control timers generate high-resolution PWM signals, while the multiple ADCs sample phase currents and rotor position. The device's 120 MHz core can execute complex control algorithms like sensorless FOC in real time. The DACs can be used for analog reference generation. This makes it ideal for industrial drives, robotics, and electric vehicles.
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Medical Devices
The STM32F207VCT6 is suitable for medical devices such as patient monitors, infusion pumps, and diagnostic equipment. Its high processing power enables real-time signal processing for ECG, EEG, and other biosignals. The device's rich analog peripherals (ADC, DAC) interface with sensors and actuators. The cryptographic acceleration ensures secure data handling, and the wide temperature range supports sterilization processes. Its long-term availability and industrial-grade reliability are critical for medical applications.
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Smart Metering
The STM32F207VCT6 is used in smart meters for energy monitoring and management. Its multiple ADCs accurately measure voltage and current, while the Ethernet or PLC communication interfaces enable remote data transmission. The cryptographic acceleration secures metering data and prevents tampering. The device's low power consumption and wide supply voltage range support battery-backed operation. Its robust design ensures long-term reliability in outdoor environments.
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Audio Processing
The STM32F207VCT6 can handle audio processing tasks such as audio effects, voice recognition, and audio streaming. Its 120 MHz core and DMA controllers enable real-time audio data processing. The I2S interface connects to audio codecs, and the USB OTG HS supports USB audio class. The device's large SRAM (128 KB) buffers audio samples, and the cryptographic acceleration can be used for DRM. This makes it suitable for audio interfaces, smart speakers, and musical instruments.
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Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | STM32F207VGT6 | STM32F205VCT6 | STM32F407VGT6 | STM32F207VET6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | LQFP-100 | LQFP-100 | LQFP-100 | LQFP-100 | LQFP-100 |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Core | ARM Cortex-M3 | ARM Cortex-M3 | ARM Cortex-M3 | ARM Cortex-M4F | ARM Cortex-M3 |
| Max Clock Speed | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 120 MHz | 168 MHz | 120 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 256 KB | 1 MB | 256 KB | 1 MB | 512 KB |
| SRAM | 128 KB | 128 KB | 128 KB | 192 KB | 128 KB |
| Ethernet MAC | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
| Cryptographic Acceleration | Yes | Yes | No | Yes | Yes |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated Ethernet MAC and cryptographic acceleration (vs STM32F205VCT6)
- Higher performance than STM32F1 series (vs STM32F103VCT6)
- Cost-effective alternative to STM32F407 (vs STM32F407VGT6)
Design Notes
Decouple each VDD pin with a 100nF ceramic capacitor placed as close to the pin as possible. Additionally, use a 4.7uF or larger bulk capacitor on the main power rail. For VDDA, use a dedicated 1uF capacitor and a ferrite bead to isolate analog noise. Ensure VDD and VDDA are connected to the same supply but filtered separately.
For the LQFP-100 package, ensure proper solder paste stencil design to avoid bridging. Use a 0.4mm pitch land pattern. Provide a solid ground plane under the device to reduce EMI and improve thermal performance. For Ethernet and USB, follow impedance-controlled routing (90 ohms differential for USB, 100 ohms for Ethernet).
Do not leave the BOOT0 pin floating; connect it to ground through a 10k resistor for normal boot from Flash. Ensure the NRST pin has a 100nF capacitor to ground for reliable reset. When using the internal RC oscillator, be aware of its accuracy (Β±1%) and use an external crystal for timing-critical applications like USB or Ethernet.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per STMicroelectronics product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified; for automotive, consider STM32F207VCT6TR or other automotive-grade variants.