STM32F437ZIT6 - 2MB Flash, 180MHz ARM Cortex-M4 MCU | STMicroelectronics
MPN: STM32F437ZIT6 β Active| Qty | Unit Price | Extended |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $12.5 | $12.50 |
| 10 | $11.2 | $112.00 |
| 100 | $9.8 | $980.00 |
| 500 | $8.9 | $4,450.00 |
| 1,000 | $8.1 | $8,100.00 |
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STM32F437ZIT6 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Core | ARM Cortex-M4 with FPU |
| Max Clock Speed | 180 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 256 KB |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8V to 3.6V |
| Operating Temperature | -40Β°C to +85Β°C |
| Package | LQFP144 (20x20 mm) |
| GPIO Pins | 114 |
| ADC | 3x 12-bit, up to 24 channels |
| DAC | 2x 12-bit |
| Timers | 12x 16-bit, 2x 32-bit |
| Communication Interfaces | 4x USART, 2x UART, 6x SPI, 3x I2C, 2x CAN, 1x SDIO, 1x USB OTG FS/HS, 1x Ethernet MAC |
| DMA | 16-stream DMA controller |
| Graphics | TFT-LCD controller, Chrom-ART Accelerator |
| RoHS | Compliant |
STM32F437ZIT6 Pin Configuration
| Pin 1 | PE2 β GPIO / FSMC_A23 |
| Pin 2 | PE3 β GPIO / FSMC_A19 |
| Pin 3 | PE4 β GPIO / FSMC_A20 |
| Pin 4 | PE5 β GPIO / FSMC_A21 |
| Pin 5 | PE6 β GPIO / FSMC_A22 |
| Pin 6 | VBAT β Battery backup supply |
| Pin 7 | PC13 β GPIO / RTC_TAMP1 |
| Pin 8 | PC14 β GPIO / OSC32_IN |
| Pin 9 | PC15 β GPIO / OSC32_OUT |
| Pin 10 | PF0 β GPIO / FSMC_A0 |
| Pin 11 | PF1 β GPIO / FSMC_A1 |
| Pin 12 | PF2 β GPIO / FSMC_A2 |
| Pin 13 | PF3 β GPIO / FSMC_A3 |
| Pin 14 | PF4 β GPIO / FSMC_A4 |
| Pin 15 | PF5 β GPIO / FSMC_A5 |
| Pin 16 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 17 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 18 | PF6 β GPIO / FSMC_NWAIT |
| Pin 19 | PF7 β GPIO / FSMC_NE1 |
| Pin 20 | PF8 β GPIO / FSMC_NCE2 |
| Pin 21 | PF9 β GPIO / FSMC_NCE3 |
| Pin 22 | PF10 β GPIO / FSMC_NE4 |
| Pin 23 | PH0 β GPIO / OSC_IN |
| Pin 24 | PH1 β GPIO / OSC_OUT |
| Pin 25 | PH2 β GPIO / FSMC_SDCKE0 |
| Pin 26 | PH3 β GPIO / FSMC_SDNE0 |
| Pin 27 | PH4 β GPIO / FSMC_SDNE1 |
| Pin 28 | PH5 β GPIO / FSMC_SDNWE |
| Pin 29 | PH6 β GPIO / FSMC_SDNE2 |
| Pin 30 | PH7 β GPIO / FSMC_SDCKE1 |
| Pin 31 | PH8 β GPIO / FSMC_D16 |
| Pin 32 | PH9 β GPIO / FSMC_D17 |
| Pin 33 | PH10 β GPIO / FSMC_D18 |
| Pin 34 | PH11 β GPIO / FSMC_D19 |
| Pin 35 | PH12 β GPIO / FSMC_D20 |
| Pin 36 | PH13 β GPIO / FSMC_D21 |
| Pin 37 | PH14 β GPIO / FSMC_D22 |
| Pin 38 | PH15 β GPIO / FSMC_D23 |
| Pin 39 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 40 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 41 | PI0 β GPIO / FSMC_D24 |
| Pin 42 | PI1 β GPIO / FSMC_D25 |
| Pin 43 | PI2 β GPIO / FSMC_D26 |
| Pin 44 | PI3 β GPIO / FSMC_D27 |
| Pin 45 | PI4 β GPIO / FSMC_D28 |
| Pin 46 | PI5 β GPIO / FSMC_D29 |
| Pin 47 | PI6 β GPIO / FSMC_D30 |
| Pin 48 | PI7 β GPIO / FSMC_D31 |
| Pin 49 | PD0 β GPIO / FSMC_D2 |
| Pin 50 | PD1 β GPIO / FSMC_D3 |
| Pin 51 | PD2 β GPIO / FSMC_D4 |
| Pin 52 | PD3 β GPIO / FSMC_D5 |
| Pin 53 | PD4 β GPIO / FSMC_D6 |
| Pin 54 | PD5 β GPIO / FSMC_D7 |
| Pin 55 | PD6 β GPIO / FSMC_D8 |
| Pin 56 | PD7 β GPIO / FSMC_D9 |
| Pin 57 | PD8 β GPIO / FSMC_D10 |
| Pin 58 | PD9 β GPIO / FSMC_D11 |
| Pin 59 | PD10 β GPIO / FSMC_D12 |
| Pin 60 | PD11 β GPIO / FSMC_D13 |
| Pin 61 | PD12 β GPIO / FSMC_D14 |
| Pin 62 | PD13 β GPIO / FSMC_D15 |
| Pin 63 | PD14 β GPIO / FSMC_D0 |
| Pin 64 | PD15 β GPIO / FSMC_D1 |
| Pin 65 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 66 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 67 | PC0 β GPIO / ADC123_IN10 |
| Pin 68 | PC1 β GPIO / ADC123_IN11 |
| Pin 69 | PC2 β GPIO / ADC123_IN12 |
| Pin 70 | PC3 β GPIO / ADC123_IN13 |
| Pin 71 | PC4 β GPIO / ADC12_IN14 |
| Pin 72 | PC5 β GPIO / ADC12_IN15 |
| Pin 73 | PB2 β GPIO / BOOT1 |
| Pin 74 | PE7 β GPIO / FSMC_D4 |
| Pin 75 | PE8 β GPIO / FSMC_D5 |
| Pin 76 | PE9 β GPIO / FSMC_D6 |
| Pin 77 | PE10 β GPIO / FSMC_D7 |
| Pin 78 | PE11 β GPIO / FSMC_D8 |
| Pin 79 | PE12 β GPIO / FSMC_D9 |
| Pin 80 | PE13 β GPIO / FSMC_D10 |
| Pin 81 | PE14 β GPIO / FSMC_D11 |
| Pin 82 | PE15 β GPIO / FSMC_D12 |
| Pin 83 | PB10 β GPIO / I2C2_SCL / USART3_TX |
| Pin 84 | PB11 β GPIO / I2C2_SDA / USART3_RX |
| Pin 85 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 86 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 87 | PB12 β GPIO / SPI2_NSS / I2C2_SMBA |
| Pin 88 | PB13 β GPIO / SPI2_SCK / I2C2_SCL |
| Pin 89 | PB14 β GPIO / SPI2_MISO / I2C2_SDA |
| Pin 90 | PB15 β GPIO / SPI2_MOSI |
| Pin 91 | PD8 β GPIO / USART3_TX / FSMC_D13 |
| Pin 92 | PD9 β GPIO / USART3_RX / FSMC_D14 |
| Pin 93 | PD10 β GPIO / USART3_CK / FSMC_D15 |
| Pin 94 | PD11 β GPIO / USART3_CTS / FSMC_D16 |
| Pin 95 | PD12 β GPIO / USART3_RTS / FSMC_D17 |
| Pin 96 | PD13 β GPIO / USART3_DE / FSMC_D18 |
| Pin 97 | PD14 β GPIO / USART3_DE / FSMC_D19 |
| Pin 98 | PD15 β GPIO / USART3_DE / FSMC_D20 |
| Pin 99 | PC6 β GPIO / I2S2_MCK / USART6_TX |
| Pin 100 | PC7 β GPIO / I2S2_MCK / USART6_RX |
| Pin 101 | PC8 β GPIO / I2S2_SCK / USART6_CK |
| Pin 102 | PC9 β GPIO / I2S2_WS / USART6_CTS |
| Pin 103 | PA0 β GPIO / ADC123_IN0 / WKUP |
| Pin 104 | PA1 β GPIO / ADC123_IN1 |
| Pin 105 | PA2 β GPIO / ADC123_IN2 / USART2_TX |
| Pin 106 | PA3 β GPIO / ADC123_IN3 / USART2_RX |
| Pin 107 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 108 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 109 | PA4 β GPIO / ADC12_IN4 / DAC_OUT1 |
| Pin 110 | PA5 β GPIO / ADC12_IN5 / DAC_OUT2 |
| Pin 111 | PA6 β GPIO / ADC12_IN6 / SPI1_MISO |
| Pin 112 | PA7 β GPIO / ADC12_IN7 / SPI1_MOSI |
| Pin 113 | PC4 β GPIO / ADC12_IN14 |
| Pin 114 | PC5 β GPIO / ADC12_IN15 |
| Pin 115 | PB0 β GPIO / ADC12_IN8 |
| Pin 116 | PB1 β GPIO / ADC12_IN9 |
| Pin 117 | PB2 β GPIO / BOOT1 |
| Pin 118 | PE7 β GPIO / FSMC_D4 |
| Pin 119 | PE8 β GPIO / FSMC_D5 |
| Pin 120 | PE9 β GPIO / FSMC_D6 |
| Pin 121 | PE10 β GPIO / FSMC_D7 |
| Pin 122 | PE11 β GPIO / FSMC_D8 |
| Pin 123 | PE12 β GPIO / FSMC_D9 |
| Pin 124 | PE13 β GPIO / FSMC_D10 |
| Pin 125 | PE14 β GPIO / FSMC_D11 |
| Pin 126 | PE15 β GPIO / FSMC_D12 |
| Pin 127 | PB10 β GPIO / I2C2_SCL / USART3_TX |
| Pin 128 | PB11 β GPIO / I2C2_SDA / USART3_RX |
| Pin 129 | VSS β Ground |
| Pin 130 | VDD β Power supply |
| Pin 131 | PB12 β GPIO / SPI2_NSS / I2C2_SMBA |
| Pin 132 | PB13 β GPIO / SPI2_SCK / I2C2_SCL |
| Pin 133 | PB14 β GPIO / SPI2_MISO / I2C2_SDA |
| Pin 134 | PB15 β GPIO / SPI2_MOSI |
| Pin 135 | PD8 β GPIO / USART3_TX / FSMC_D13 |
| Pin 136 | PD9 β GPIO / USART3_RX / FSMC_D14 |
| Pin 137 | PD10 β GPIO / USART3_CK / FSMC_D15 |
| Pin 138 | PD11 β GPIO / USART3_CTS / FSMC_D16 |
| Pin 139 | PD12 β GPIO / USART3_RTS / FSMC_D17 |
| Pin 140 | PD13 β GPIO / USART3_DE / FSMC_D18 |
| Pin 141 | PD14 β GPIO / USART3_DE / FSMC_D19 |
| Pin 142 | PD15 β GPIO / USART3_DE / FSMC_D20 |
| Pin 143 | PC6 β GPIO / I2S2_MCK / USART6_TX |
| Pin 144 | PC7 β GPIO / I2S2_MCK / USART6_RX |
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
STM32F437ZIT6 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Control Systems, Human-Machine Interface (HMI), IoT Gateway, Medical Devices, Consumer Electronics, Test and Measurement.
Industrial Control Systems
The STM32F437ZIT6 is ideal for industrial control systems such as PLCs, motor drives, and robotics. Its 180 MHz Cortex-M4 core with FPU handles complex control algorithms like FOC and PID loops in real time. The advanced-control timers generate precise PWM signals with dead-time insertion for motor control. The device's multiple communication interfaces (CAN, Ethernet, UART, SPI) enable seamless integration into industrial networks. The wide operating temperature range (-40Β°C to +85Β°C) ensures reliability in harsh environments. The 2 MB Flash allows storing large firmware and data logs, while the 256 KB SRAM supports real-time data processing. The FSMC interface can connect to external memory for expanded storage. The TFT-LCD controller and Chrom-ART accelerator enable graphical HMIs for operator interfaces. The device's robust design, including brown-out reset and watchdog timers, ensures fail-safe operation in critical applications. Overall, the STM32F437ZIT6 provides the performance, connectivity, and reliability required for modern industrial automation.
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Human-Machine Interface (HMI)
The STM32F437ZIT6 excels in HMI applications due to its integrated TFT-LCD controller and Chrom-ART Accelerator. The TFT-LCD controller supports up to XGA resolution, enabling vibrant graphical displays. The Chrom-ART Accelerator offloads 2D graphics operations from the CPU, ensuring smooth animations and fast screen updates. The 2 MB Flash provides ample storage for graphical assets and fonts. The device's high-speed interfaces (USB, Ethernet, UART) allow connectivity to external systems for data exchange. The 114 GPIO pins support touchscreens, buttons, and LEDs. The FPU accelerates mathematical operations for graphics transformations. The device's low power consumption and wide supply voltage range make it suitable for portable HMIs. In a typical HMI, the STM32F437ZIT6 drives a TFT-LCD panel via the parallel interface, reads touch input via SPI or I2C, and communicates with a host system via Ethernet or USB. The Chrom-ART Accelerator handles image rendering, freeing the CPU for application logic. The result is a responsive, feature-rich user interface with minimal CPU load.
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IoT Gateway
The STM32F437ZIT6 is a powerful choice for IoT gateways, combining high performance with rich connectivity. The integrated Ethernet MAC enables wired network access, while USB OTG supports cellular modems or Wi-Fi modules. The device's multiple UARTs, SPIs, and I2Cs allow connection to various sensors and actuators. The 2 MB Flash and 256 KB SRAM provide ample resources for protocol stacks (e.g., MQTT, CoAP) and data buffering. The crypto/hash processor (on F439 variant) enhances security for encrypted communications. The device's low power modes (Sleep, Stop, Standby) help optimize energy consumption in battery-powered gateways. The TFT-LCD controller can drive a local display for status monitoring. In a typical IoT gateway, the STM32F437ZIT6 collects data from sensors via UART/SPI, processes it locally, and transmits it to the cloud via Ethernet or Wi-Fi. The device's high clock speed ensures real-time data processing, while the DMA controller offloads data transfers, reducing CPU load. The result is a reliable, secure, and efficient gateway for smart home, industrial, and agricultural applications.
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Medical Devices
The STM32F437ZIT6 is well-suited for medical devices such as patient monitors, infusion pumps, and diagnostic equipment. Its high-performance core and FPU enable complex signal processing for ECG, EEG, and imaging. The multiple ADCs (up to 24 channels) allow simultaneous sampling of multiple physiological signals. The device's low power consumption and wide supply voltage range support battery-operated portable devices. The TFT-LCD controller can drive high-resolution displays for waveforms and patient data. The communication interfaces (USB, UART, CAN) enable data transfer to hospital networks or PCs. The device's reliability features, including watchdog timers and brown-out reset, ensure safe operation in critical medical applications. The 2 MB Flash allows storing patient data and firmware updates. In a typical patient monitor, the STM32F437ZIT6 acquires ECG signals via ADCs, processes them using DSP instructions, and displays the waveform on an LCD. The device's real-time capabilities ensure accurate monitoring, while the Ethernet interface allows remote monitoring by healthcare professionals.
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Consumer Electronics
The STM32F437ZIT6 is used in high-end consumer electronics such as smart home hubs, audio systems, and wearable devices. Its powerful core and graphics capabilities enable rich user interfaces and multimedia processing. The TFT-LCD controller and Chrom-ART Accelerator support smooth animations and video playback. The device's audio interfaces (I2S, SAI) allow high-quality audio processing. The USB OTG supports connectivity to smartphones and PCs. The device's low power modes extend battery life in portable devices. The 2 MB Flash provides ample storage for firmware and media assets. In a smart home hub, the STM32F437ZIT6 manages multiple wireless protocols (Zigbee, Z-Wave) via external modules, controls smart devices, and provides a touchscreen interface. The device's high performance ensures responsive control, while the Ethernet interface enables internet connectivity. The result is a versatile, feature-rich consumer product.
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Test and Measurement
The STM32F437ZIT6 is ideal for test and measurement equipment such as oscilloscopes, data loggers, and signal generators. Its high-speed ADCs (up to 2.4 MSPS) enable accurate signal acquisition. The DMA controller allows continuous data streaming without CPU intervention. The device's multiple timers generate precise timing signals for triggering and synchronization. The TFT-LCD controller displays waveforms and measurement results. The USB and Ethernet interfaces enable remote control and data transfer. The 2 MB Flash stores firmware and calibration data. In a portable oscilloscope, the STM32F437ZIT6 samples analog signals via ADCs, processes them using DSP instructions, and displays the waveform on an LCD. The device's high clock speed ensures real-time processing, while the FPU accelerates mathematical operations for measurements. The result is a compact, cost-effective test instrument.
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Engineering reference data for STM32F437ZIT6 β comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | STM32F429ZIT6 | STM32F439ZIT6 | STM32F407ZIT6 | STM32F437ZIT7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | LQFP144 | LQFP144 | LQFP144 | LQFP144 | LQFP144 |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Max Clock Speed | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 180 MHz | 168 MHz | 180 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 2 MB | 2 MB | 2 MB | 1 MB | 2 MB |
| SRAM | 256 KB | 256 KB | 256 KB | 192 KB | 256 KB |
| TFT-LCD Controller | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | Yes |
| Camera Interface | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Crypto/Hash Processor | Yes | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Operating Temperature | -40Β°C to +85Β°C | -40Β°C to +85Β°C | -40Β°C to +85Β°C | -40Β°C to +85Β°C | -40Β°C to +105Β°C |
Key Differentiators
- Integrated TFT-LCD controller and Chrom-ART Accelerator (vs STM32F407ZIT6)
- 2 MB Flash and 256 KB SRAM (vs STM32F407ZIT6)
- Camera interface (vs STM32F429ZIT6)
Design Notes
The STM32F437ZIT6 operates from 1.8V to 3.6V. Use a stable power supply with adequate decoupling: place a 100 nF ceramic capacitor close to each VDD pin and a 4.7 uF bulk capacitor at the power entry. The internal voltage regulator requires a 1 uF capacitor on VCAP1 and VCAP2 pins. Ensure the power supply can handle peak currents during flash programming and high-speed operation.
For the LQFP144 package, use a 4-layer PCB with a solid ground plane and power plane. Route high-speed signals (Ethernet, USB, FSMC) with controlled impedance and minimize trace lengths. Place the crystal oscillator (HSE) close to the PH0/PH1 pins with load capacitors as specified in the datasheet. For the TFT-LCD interface, ensure proper termination and shielding to avoid EMI.
The STM32F437ZIT6 in LQFP144 package has a thermal resistance (theta_JA) of approximately 45Β°C/W. At 180 MHz with all peripherals active, power dissipation can reach 500 mW, resulting in a temperature rise of 22.5Β°C above ambient. Ensure adequate airflow or a heatsink if operating in high-temperature environments. The extended temperature variant (STM32F437ZIT7) is recommended for applications exceeding 85Β°C ambient.
Compliance Information
RoHS compliant per STMicroelectronics product page. Not AEC-Q100 qualified (standard grade).
