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Texas Instruments MSP430F47163IPZ
- Part No.:
- MSP430F47163IPZ
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 100-LQFP
- Datasheet:
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MSP430F47163IPZ.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 16BIT 92KB FLASH 100LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MSP430F47163IPZ from Texas Instruments is an ultralow-power mixed-signal microcontroller designed for single-phase electricity metering. It integrates three 16-bit sigma-delta ADCs with differential PGA inputs, 92KB Flash/4KB RAM, a 16-bit RISC CPU, integrated LCD driver (160 segments), and four USCI modules supporting UART, IrDA, SPI, and I²C. Its active current of 350 µA at 1 MHz/2.2 V enables battery-backed meter designs.
For engineers reviewing the MSP430F47163IPZ datasheet, MSP430F47163IPZ pinout, MSP430F47163IPZ application, or MSP430F47163IPZ equivalent, key selection criteria include sigma-delta ADC channel count, LCD segment drive capability, low-power real-time clock support, and QFP-100 package compatibility with metering reference designs such as SLAA409.
Technical Context
The MSP430F47163IPZ implements a 16-bit RISC CPU with constant generators and 16 general-purpose registers, enabling single-cycle register operations and high code efficiency. Its FLL+ digitally controlled oscillator achieves sub-6 µs wake-up from standby mode while maintaining timing accuracy across temperature and voltage.
Three independent sigma-delta ADCs (SD16_A) each support programmable gain, differential input pairs, and internal reference-optimized for simultaneous voltage/current measurement in polyphase metering. The integrated LCD_A module drives up to 160 segments with hardware contrast control and multiple mux configurations (1–4 backplanes).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | 16-bit RISC CPU with 16 registers and constant generators; enables efficient meter firmware execution and low interrupt latency. |
| Flash / RAM | 92KB Flash memory and 4KB RAM; sufficient for full metrology algorithm, communication stack, and data logging in Class 0.5S meters. |
| Sigma-Delta ADCs | Three independent 16-bit SD16_A converters, each with differential PGA inputs and programmable gain; supports simultaneous voltage, current, and neutral measurement channels. |
| Low-Power Performance | Active mode: 350 µA @ 1 MHz/2.2 V; Standby: 1.1 µA; Off mode (RAM retention): 0.2 µA-enables >10-year battery life in tamper-detection circuits. |
| LCD Driver | Integrated LCD_A module driving up to 160 segments with 1–4 COM lines and hardware contrast control; eliminates external bias generator in meter displays. |
| Communication Interfaces | Four USCI modules: USCI_A0/A1 (UART/IrDA/SPI), USCI_B0/B1 (I²C/SPI); supports HAN, PLC, and optical port connectivity without external transceivers. |
| Package | 100-pin plastic QFP (PZ); compatible with industrial meter PCB layouts and thermal management requirements per IEC 62053-21. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 100-pin plastic quad flatpack (QFP), PZ package, surface-mount, 14 mm × 14 mm body, 0.5 mm pitch.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| A0.0+/A0.0− | Analog input pair for SD16_A channel 0 | Differential sigma-delta ADC input with programmable gain; used for primary voltage sensing in meter front-end. |
| A1.0+/A1.0− | Analog input pair for SD16_A channel 1 | Differential sigma-delta ADC input with programmable gain; used for phase current measurement with shunt resistor. |
| A2.0+/A2.0− | Analog input pair for SD16_A channel 2 | Differential sigma-delta ADC input with programmable gain; used for neutral current or auxiliary sensor input. |
| P1.0–P1.7, P2.0–P2.7, etc. | General-purpose I/O with multiplexed peripherals | Support timer capture/compare, USCI signals, LCD segment outputs (S0–S39), and comparator inputs-enabling consolidated meter peripheral control. |
| AVCC/AVSS | Analog power supply rails | Isolated analog domain supply; must power up after DVCC1/DVCC2 to prevent latch-up during meter startup sequencing. |
| RST/NMI | Reset and non-maskable interrupt input | Hardware reset initiation and tamper-detection interrupt source; supports secure meter boot and event logging. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Three 16-bit sigma-delta ADCs | Enables simultaneous high-accuracy voltage, current, and neutral measurements with >99.9% linearity and <10 ppm THD-meeting IEC 62053-22 Class 0.5S requirements. |
| Integrated LCD driver (160 segments) | Reduces BOM count by eliminating external LCD bias IC and contrast potentiometer; supports segmented display for tariff, consumption, and status indicators. |
| Five low-power operating modes | Allows dynamic power scaling: LPM3 maintains RTC and LCD refresh at 0.8 µA; LPM4 halts all clocks for deep sleep during off-peak hours. |
| Four USCI modules | Provides dual UART (with auto-baud detection), dual I²C, and dual SPI-supporting concurrent optical port, PLC modem, and secure element communication. |
| On-chip hardware multiplier (32×32) | Accelerates RMS, harmonic, and tariff calculation in firmware; reduces metrology processing time by >40% versus software-only implementation. |
| Real-time clock with basic timer | Enables accurate time-of-use (TOU) billing, load profiling, and firmware-triggered events without external RTC crystal or backup battery. |
Applications
| Single-Phase Electricity Meter | Energy Data Logger |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Residential or commercial kWh meter measuring active/reactive energy, demand, and power quality parameters. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary metrology controller executing IEC 62053-compliant algorithms, managing ADC sampling, LCD display, and communication protocols. Use Value: Three dedicated sigma-delta ADCs enable synchronized sampling of voltage, current, and neutral-reducing external signal conditioning and improving measurement repeatability. |
Use Scenario: Industrial site monitoring device capturing voltage sags, harmonics, and energy consumption over extended periods. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Standalone data acquisition node with RTC-driven sampling intervals and flash-based event logging. Use Value: Integrated 92KB Flash stores >30 days of 15-minute interval data; low-power standby mode extends battery life beyond 5 years. |
| Smart Grid Endpoint Node | Tamper-Resistant Meter Module |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted endpoint communicating via HAN (Home Area Network) using Zigbee or RF-Mesh. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Host processor interfacing with external RF transceiver via USCI_B1 (I²C) and managing secure firmware updates. Use Value: Dual USCI_B modules allow concurrent I²C communication with RF IC and secure element-eliminating bus arbitration delays in OTA update sequences. |
Use Scenario: Revenue-grade meter requiring physical tamper detection (cover removal, magnetic interference, power cycle anomalies). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time supervisor using SVS, comparator, and GPIO interrupts to trigger secure log entries and disable outputs on violation. Use Value: On-chip supply voltage supervisor (SVS) with programmable threshold and comparator_A inputs enable hardware-level tamper response within 1 µs-meeting ANSI C12.10 requirements. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar metering microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP430F47173IPZ | Same core and peripherals, but 8KB RAM instead of 4KB; identical Flash (92KB) and ADC count (3-channel). | Better suited for firmware with larger communication stacks (e.g., DLMS/COSEM over TCP/IP) or extended data buffering. | Select when additional RAM is required for complex protocol handling or future firmware expansion without changing PCB layout. |
| MSP430F47166IPZ | Same package and Flash/RAM (92KB/4KB), but six 16-bit sigma-delta ADCs instead of three. | Targeted for polyphase (3-phase) metering where simultaneous measurement of multiple voltage/current channels is mandatory. | Choose only if design requires >3 ADC channels; pinout differs in analog input section-requires PCB revision. |
Compared with MSP430F47173IPZ, the MSP430F47163IPZ offers identical metrology performance with reduced RAM footprint for cost-sensitive single-phase meters; compared with MSP430F47166IPZ, it provides optimal resource allocation for 3-channel measurement without over-provisioning unused ADC hardware.
Availability
MSP430F47163IPZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for single-phase electricity metering, energy data logging, and smart grid endpoint applications requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial lifecycle support.
Supply support for MSP430F47163IPZ includes scheduled delivery planning, volume procurement assistance, BOM continuity management, traceable sourcing, and lifecycle availability coordination for OEM customers, industrial embedded developers, connected-device designers, and electronics production programs.
Manufacturer
Texas Instruments is a global semiconductor leader specializing in analog, embedded processing, and power management technologies with over 50 years of innovation in precision measurement and low-power systems.
The MSP430F471xx product line is engineered specifically for revenue-grade electricity metering, integrating metrology-grade ADCs, LCD drivers, and ultra-low-power operation to meet IEC 62053 and ANSI C12 standards.
FAQ
What is the maximum number of LCD segments supported by the MSP430F47163IPZ?
The MSP430F47163IPZ integrates the LCD_A module capable of driving up to 160 segments with 1–4 common (COM) lines. This supports standard meter displays including numeric digits, tariff indicators, and status icons without external segment drivers. The module includes hardware contrast control and charge-pump voltage generation, reducing external component count in the display subsystem.
Does the MSP430F47163IPZ support real-time clock functionality with battery backup?
Yes, the MSP430F47163IPZ includes a Basic Timer module with real-time clock (RTC) capability. When configured with an external 32.768 kHz watch crystal on XT1 pins, it maintains accurate timekeeping during LPM3 standby mode at 0.8 µA. Battery backup is implemented externally via DVSS1/DVCC1 supply switching; the device itself does not include an internal battery switchover circuit.
How many sigma-delta ADC channels does the MSP430F47163IPZ have, and what are their key metrology specifications?
The MSP430F47163IPZ features three independent 16-bit sigma-delta ADCs (SD16_A). Each channel supports differential inputs with programmable gain (1×, 2×, 4×, 8×, 16×, 32×, 64×), internal reference (1.2 V or 2.0 V), and offset calibration. Typical effective resolution exceeds 15.5 bits at 125 SPS, meeting IEC 62053-22 Class 0.5S accuracy requirements for active energy measurement.
Can the MSP430F47163IPZ operate from a single 3.3 V supply, and what are the supply sequencing requirements?
Yes, the MSP430F47163IPZ operates across 1.8 V to 3.6 V, making 3.3 V fully compliant. Critical sequencing requires AVCC to power up *after* DVCC1 and DVCC2 to prevent analog domain latch-up. AVSS must be connected before or simultaneously with DVSS1/DVSS2. TI recommends using separate LDOs for digital and analog domains with controlled ramp rates per SLAS626C Section 6.1.
What development tools are officially supported for programming and debugging the MSP430F47163IPZ?
Texas Instruments officially supports the MSP-FET430UIF (USB JTAG emulator), MSP-TS430PZ100 (target socket board for PZ package), and MSP-GANG430 (production programmer). The device includes an Embedded Emulation Module (EEM) enabling full-speed debugging, flash breakpoints, and real-time variable watch-compatible with Code Composer Studio v6+ and IAR Embedded Workbench.
MSP430F47163IPZ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 100-LQFP
- Series:
- MSP430x4xx
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- MSP430 CPU16
- Core Size:
- 16-Bit
- Speed:
- 16MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, IrDA, LINbus, SCI, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, LCD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 72
- Program Memory Size:
- 92KB (92K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 4K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.8V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 3x16b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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