STM32F746NEH6 - 216MHz Cortex-M7 MCU | STMicroelectronics
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STM32F746NEH6 Overview
A Cortex-M7 microcontroller is an embedded processor based on the Arm Cortex-M architecture. It executes real-time control, signal-processing, communications, and human-interface tasks while integrating peripherals and memory onto one device. The STM32F746NE belongs to the STM32F7 high-performance MCU family, positioned for applications requiring more processing performance and system integration than basic microcontrollers.
The verified device data identifies a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M7 core, operation up to 216 MHz, and 512 KB of Flash. The Cortex-M7 core supports single-precision floating-point data processing and DSP instructions, making the device suitable for audio, industrial control, communications, and embedded graphics workloads. Its large 216-TFBGA package also supports dense PCB layouts and high-pin-count peripheral integration.
The STM32F746NEH6 is intended for designs requiring a high-performance 32-bit control platform rather than a low-cost basic MCU. Its operating frequency supports responsive control loops and computationally intensive signal processing, while the integrated Flash provides room for firmware, libraries, and application code. Exact peripheral counts, RAM size, voltage limits, and electrical timing values were not supplied in the retrieved data and should be confirmed in the manufacturer datasheet before design release.
Typical uses include industrial automation, motor and motion control, audio and DSP-enabled products, networked embedded equipment, and high-resolution human-interface systems. The 216-TFBGA footprint requires careful PCB layout, power distribution, thermal analysis, and manufacturing capability. BGA assembly, inspection, and repair should be planned early in the product development cycle.
For a new design, use the STM32F746NEH6 when the system benefits from its 216 MHz Cortex-M7 performance, DSP and floating-point instructions, 512 KB Flash, and dense 216-pin package. Do not substitute it solely by core frequency; verify board-level pin compatibility, memory requirements, peripherals, voltage levels, and firmware support from the official documentation.
Drop-in alternatives for STM32F746NEH6 — same package, pin-to-pin compatible. Different-package parts requiring PCB rework are excluded.
Variants in this series
Same-series models that are drop-in compatible with STM32F746NEH6 (same form factor and footprint) — differing in Core, Package.
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STM32F746NEH6 Maximum Ratings & Electrical Characteristics
| Product Type | 32-bit RISC microcontroller |
| Core | Arm Cortex-M7 |
| Instruction Set | 32-bit RISC |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 216 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB |
| Flash Organization | 512K x 8 |
| Floating-Point Unit | Single-precision FPU |
| DSP Support | DSP instructions supported |
| Package | 216-TFBGA (13x13) |
| Package Family | TFBGA |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Manufacturer | STMicroelectronics |
| Product Series | STM32F7 |
| Device Designation | STM32F746NEH6 |
| Core Architecture | Arm Cortex-M7 high-performance MCU |
STM32F746NEH6 tfbga Pin Configuration Guide
Pin configuration for STM32F746NEH6 (tfbga package). This digital IC includes GPIO, communication interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C), and power pins. Refer to the manufacturer datasheet for alternate pin functions and configuration options. Essential for embedded system design and PCB layout.
No detailed pinout data available for STM32F746NEH6.
Refer to the datasheet for full pin configuration.
Typical Applications
STM32F746NEH6 is suitable for 6 applications: Industrial Automation and Control, Audio and DSP Processing, Motor and Motion Control, Communications and Networked Embedded Equipment, High-Resolution Human-Interface Systems, Test, Measurement, and Instrumentation.
Industrial Automation and Control
The STM32F746NEH6 fits industrial automation roles that combine deterministic control with signal processing because its Arm Cortex-M7 core operates up to 216 MHz and supports DSP instructions plus single-precision floating-point calculations. The 512 KB Flash provides substantial application-code capacity, while the 216-TFBGA package exposes a high-pin-count device for dense peripheral integration. Use it for machine controllers, sensor-processing nodes, or actuator systems where real-time computation is valuable. Before deployment, verify the device's stated supply-voltage and temperature limits, confirm peripheral requirements, and validate the BGA layout, thermal performance, and production test strategy against the official datasheet.
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Audio and DSP Processing
The STM32F746NEH6 is appropriate for audio and DSP-enabled products because the Cortex-M7 core operates up to 216 MHz and implements DSP instructions and a single-precision floating-point unit. Those capabilities can accelerate filtering, mixing, decoding, and control tasks without requiring a separate DSP for moderate embedded workloads. The 512 KB Flash can hold control firmware and selected DSP routines, although the complete RAM and accelerator configuration must be checked in the official documentation. Design the clock, memory, audio interface, analog front end, and grounding as a complete signal-chain design rather than treating the MCU as an isolated audio converter.
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Motor and Motion Control
The STM32F746NEH6's 216 MHz Cortex-M7 performance is useful for motor-control supervisory loops, motion algorithms, and real-time signal analysis. Its DSP instruction support and single-precision FPU can process sampled current, position, speed, or vibration data more efficiently than a basic 8- or 16-bit controller. The 216-TFBGA package provides many external connections for memory, communication, and control peripherals, but BGA routing and thermal design require careful planning. Verify power regulation, analog sensing interfaces, timer resources, protection requirements, and motor-driver timing against the complete STM32F746NE documentation before using it in a safety-critical or high-power system.
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Communications and Networked Embedded Equipment
The STM32F746NEH6 can serve as the control processor in networked embedded equipment when a design needs more computation than a basic communication MCU. Its 216 MHz Cortex-M7 core can handle protocol processing, application logic, and DSP-assisted data handling, while the 512 KB Flash supports embedded firmware and feature code. The device itself is not described in the retrieved data as having a particular Ethernet or wireless interface, so external connectivity components may be required. Confirm the exact STM32F746NE peripheral list and pin assignment before selecting KSZ8001LI, W5100, or another network companion. Validate timing, isolation, ESD protection, and network compliance separately.
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High-Resolution Human-Interface Systems
The STM32F746NEH6 is a strong candidate for display-oriented and human-interface embedded products because its high-performance Cortex-M7 core can manage user input, graphics-related control, and real-time application logic at up to 216 MHz. The 216-TFBGA package supports dense connections to external memory and interface devices, while the 512 KB Flash stores application firmware. The retrieved product information references TFT capability for the STM32F746 family, but the exact controller configuration and memory requirements must be confirmed in the manufacturer documentation. Use the official pinout and package drawing to plan high-speed routing and verify display timing, power sequencing, and connector protection.
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Test, Measurement, and Instrumentation
The STM32F746NEH6 can support embedded test and measurement functions where a high-performance core is needed for acquisition control, signal analysis, calibration, and communications. Its DSP support and single-precision FPU are relevant to filtering and numerical processing, while the 512 KB Flash provides room for embedded control software. The high-pin-count 216-TFBGA package can simplify integration of multiple precision peripherals and external converters on a compact board. However, the supplied data does not state the ADC performance, timer accuracy, analog supply range, or operating temperature, so instrumentation designs must validate those specifications directly from the official STM32F745xx/STM32F746xx datasheet.
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Engineering reference data for STM32F746NEH6 — comparison, design guidance, and compliance information.
Selection Guide
Comparison with Alternatives
| Parameter | This Product | STM32F767NIH6 | STM32F439NIH6 | STM32F429NIH6U |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Package | 216-TFBGA (13x13) | 216-TFBGA | 216-TFBGA | 216-TFBGA |
| Brand | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics | STMicroelectronics |
| Core | Arm Cortex-M7 | Arm Cortex-M7 | Arm Cortex-M4 | Arm Cortex-M4 |
| Memory Architecture | STM32F7 high-performance MCU family | STM32F7 high-performance MCU family | STM32F4 family | STM32F4 family |
| Drop-In Verification | Target device | Comparison candidate; not formally verified as drop-in | Comparison candidate; not formally verified as drop-in | Comparison candidate; not formally verified as drop-in |
Key Differentiators
- 512 KB Flash configuration (vs STM32F767NIH6)
- Cortex-M7 performance class (vs STM32F439NIH6)
- Single-precision DSP and FPU capability (vs STM32F429NIH6U)
Design Notes
The 216-TFBGA (13x13) package requires a manufacturer-qualified land pattern, escape-routing strategy, and assembly process. Do not derive ball assignments from the package name alone; obtain the complete official pinout, power map, and recommended PCB footprint. Confirm the PCB manufacturer can support the ball pitch, solder-mask definition, via-in-pad strategy, and assembly inspection requirements before releasing the design.
Plan the power architecture around the MCU's verified supply-voltage and current requirements, which are not included in the retrieved web snippets. Use the manufacturer datasheet to separate analog and digital supplies where required, place bulk and high-frequency decoupling at the appropriate supply balls, and verify startup and power-sequencing behavior. Estimated power dissipation cannot be produced until the actual VIN, I/O loading, clock configuration, and package thermal data are known.
The dense BGA package can concentrate heat in the central device area and may require careful copper distribution and thermal-via placement. Validate the design with the manufacturer thermal model and board-specific ambient conditions. Because the retrieved data does not provide junction-temperature limits, theta-JA, or power consumption, label any thermal calculation as an estimate and confirm the result against the official documentation and measured prototype data.
Do not treat a 216-TFBGA package match as proof of interchangeability. The comparison candidates differ in core family, Flash capacity, peripherals, and potentially voltage or timing requirements. For every proposed replacement, compare the complete ball map, alternate-function support, memory map, clock limits, power pins, firmware startup assumptions, and package drawing before releasing a drop-in claim.
Compliance Information
The supplied manufacturer and distributor snippets do not state compliance status for STM32F746NEH6. Confirm RoHS, REACH, lead-free, halogen-free, conflict-minerals, and automotive qualification information from the current STMicroelectronics product documentation or declaration files.
