Texas Instruments MSP430F5132IDAR
- Part No.:
- MSP430F5132IDAR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 38-TSSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)
- Datasheet:
-
MSP430F5132IDAR.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 16BIT 8KB FLASH 38TSSOP
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Product details
Overview
MSP430F5132IDAR from Texas Instruments is an ultra-low-power 16-bit RISC microcontroller featuring 8 KB Flash, 1 KB RAM, dual 16-bit Timer_D modules (TD0/TD1), USCI_A0 (UART/IrDA/SPI) and USCI_B0 (I²C/SPI), a 10-bit 200-ksps ADC with 8 external + 2 internal channels (including temperature sensor), and 16-channel comparator. It operates from 1.8 V to 3.6 V and targets battery-powered sensor systems and digital power supplies.
For engineers reviewing the MSP430F5132IDAR datasheet, MSP430F5132IDAR pinout, MSP430F5132IDAR application, or MSP430F5132IDAR equivalent, key selection criteria include its 40-pin TSSOP (DA) package, 5-V-tolerant I/Os with 20-mA drive strength, sub-5-µs wake-up from LPM3, and integrated LDO with programmable core voltage - all critical for low-power embedded control in constrained industrial and metering designs.
Technical Context
The MSP430F5132IDAR implements the MSP430F51x2 family architecture with CPUXV2 core, 3-channel DMA, and unified clock system including FLL, VLO, REFO, XT1 (32 kHz to 25 MHz), and DCO. Its Timer_D modules support high-resolution mode up to 256 MHz and event-controlled buffering, enabling precise PWM generation and time-critical capture/compare operations.
Peripherals are managed via a port mapping controller allowing dynamic reassignment of secondary functions (e.g., USCI, ADC, Timer) across I/O pins. The device supports serial onboard programming without external voltage and includes supply supervision (SVM/SVS), brownout reset, and CRC16 hardware acceleration - all optimized for robust operation in analog-digital mixed-signal environments.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | 16-bit RISC CPUXV2 with constant generators; enables highly efficient C code execution and minimal instruction count per task. |
| Flash / RAM | 8 KB Flash / 1 KB RAM; sufficient for compact firmware with real-time sensor processing and communication stacks. |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V; supports direct Li-ion/Li-Po battery operation and eliminates need for external regulators in many portable designs. |
| Active Mode Current | 180 µA/MHz at 3 V; enables extended runtime in active sensing or control cycles without thermal throttling. |
| LPM3 (Standby) Current | 1.1 µA at 3 V with WDT active; maintains real-time clock and interrupt readiness while minimizing quiescent drain. |
| ADC Resolution & Speed | 10-bit, 200 kSPS with autoscan and internal reference; captures fast transients (e.g., current/voltage in digital PSUs) with <1 µs conversion time. |
| I/O Drive Strength | Up to 20 mA per pin on 12 pins; directly drives LEDs, small relays, or logic-level MOSFET gates without external buffers. |
Pinout & Package
Package: 38-pin TSSOP (DA), body size 12.5 mm × 6.2 mm, lead pitch 0.65 mm, RoHS-compliant, surface-mount.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| P1.0–P1.5 | Multi-function I/O (USCI_A0/B0, ADC10_A, COMP_B) | Configurable as UART TX/RX, SPI I/O, I²C SDA/SCL, or analog inputs A0–A5 - enables flexible peripheral routing for space-constrained PCBs. |
| PJ.0–PJ.3 | Multi-function I/O (SMCLK, MCLK, ADC10CLK, ACLK) | Provides dedicated clock outputs for external synchronization or timing verification; PJ.2 also serves as ADC clock source. |
| P2.0–P2.7 | Timer_D and TEC fault I/O (TD0/TD1, TEC0/TEC1) | Supports high-resolution PWM generation (TD0/TD1), fault detection (TEC0FLT0–2, TEC1FLT0–2), and external clear signals for motor control safety. |
| P3.0–P3.7 | Timer_A, Comparator_B, and auxiliary I/O (TA0, CBOUT, VREF±) | Enables timer-based event triggering (TA0CLK), comparator output routing (CBOUT), and precision reference voltage sourcing (VEREF+/−). |
| RST/NMI/SBWTDIO | Reset, NMI, Spy-Bi-Wire data I/O | Single-pin JTAG/Spy-Bi-Wire interface enables in-system debugging and programming without dedicated debug headers. |
| DVIO | 5-V-tolerant I/O power rail | Allows interfacing with legacy 5-V logic or sensors without level shifters - simplifies mixed-voltage system integration. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ultra-low-power standby (LPM3) | 1.1 µA at 3 V with watchdog active - extends battery life to years in intermittent-sensing applications like thermostats or remote monitors. |
| Hardware multiplier (MPY32) | 32-bit integer multiply in single cycle - accelerates math-intensive tasks such as PID control, FFT preprocessing, or cryptographic primitives. |
| Reconfigurable port mapping | Dynamic assignment of USCI, ADC, Timer, and comparator functions to multiple pins - reduces PCB redesign risk when layout constraints change. |
| Integrated LDO with programmable core voltage | Adjustable DVCC core supply (1.8–3.6 V) enables fine-grained trade-off between performance and power consumption per application phase. |
| 16-channel comparator with ultra-low-power mode | Sub-µA comparator operation with hysteresis and window detection - ideal for battery voltage monitoring or zero-crossing detection in energy harvesting systems. |
Applications
| Analog Sensor Data Acquisition | Digital Power Supply Control |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Continuous monitoring of temperature, humidity, and pressure using resistive or capacitive sensors with signal conditioning. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary MCU executing sensor polling, ADC sampling, digital filtering, and UART-based telemetry transmission. Use Value: 10-bit ADC with internal reference and autoscan handles 8+ analog inputs; LPM3 current of 1.1 µA enables multi-year battery life in wireless sensor nodes. |
Use Scenario: Closed-loop regulation of DC-DC converters with real-time current/voltage feedback and adaptive duty-cycle adjustment. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time controller managing PWM generation (via TD0/TD1), overcurrent protection (TEC fault inputs), and telemetry reporting. Use Value: 256-MHz Timer_D resolution enables <100-ps timing precision; 20-mA I/O drives gate drivers directly; 5-V-tolerant DVIO interfaces with legacy PMICs. |
| LED Lighting Dimming System | Thermostat Control Unit |
Use Scenario: Multi-channel LED driver with smooth dimming, color mixing, and thermal derating based on ambient and junction temperature. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central controller generating synchronized PWM outputs, reading thermistors via ADC, and communicating via I²C to display module. Use Value: Dual Timer_D modules provide independent, phase-shifted PWM channels; integrated temperature sensor eliminates external IC; 1.8-V operation supports coin-cell backup. |
Use Scenario: Residential HVAC control with local sensing, user interface, and wireless connectivity (via external transceiver). IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main system MCU handling button debouncing, LCD refresh, sensor fusion (temp/humidity), and low-power sleep scheduling. Use Value: Wake-up from LPM3 in <5 µs ensures responsive UI; 16-channel comparator detects window-open events; 8 KB Flash accommodates OTA update stack. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-low-power microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP430F5152IDAR | 16 KB Flash, 2 KB RAM, same peripherals and package; higher memory for larger firmware or data logging. | Better suited for applications requiring extended buffer storage (e.g., waveform capture, firmware updates) or complex protocol stacks. | Select when firmware size exceeds 8 KB or additional RAM is needed for real-time analytics without external memory. |
| MSP430F5131IDAR | No ADC10_A module; lacks 10-bit ADC, temperature sensor, and internal reference; otherwise identical pinout and core. | Targeted at purely digital control applications (e.g., simple motor sequencing, relay logic) where analog sensing is handled externally. | Choose only if ADC functionality is unnecessary - avoids paying for unused silicon and reduces BOM cost. |
Compared with MSP430F5132IDAR, MSP430F5152IDAR offers double Flash/RAM for feature-rich firmware, while MSP430F5131IDAR removes ADC capability to reduce cost in digital-only control - enabling precise memory/peripheral scaling without changing PCB layout.
Availability
MSP430F5132IDAR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for analog sensor systems, digital power supplies, and thermostat control units requiring stable component supply and long-term industrial availability.
Supply support for MSP430F5132IDAR 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 connectivity technologies with decades of microcontroller innovation.
The MSP430F51x2 product line delivers ultra-low-power mixed-signal MCUs optimized for battery-operated measurement, sensing, and control - emphasizing sub-µA standby, fast wake-up, and integrated analog front-ends for industrial and consumer edge devices.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MSP430F5132IDAR?
The MSP430F5132IDAR supports a maximum system clock (MCLK) frequency of 25 MHz using the high-frequency crystal oscillator (XT1). Its DCO can be tuned to match this frequency, and the FLL stabilizes it with low jitter - enabling deterministic real-time response for time-critical control loops in the MSP430F5132IDAR.
Does the MSP430F5132IDAR support in-system programming without external voltage?
Yes, the MSP430F5132IDAR supports serial onboard programming (SBP) via Spy-Bi-Wire using only the RST/NMI/SBWTDIO and TEST/SBWTCK pins. No external programming voltage is required - the MSP430F5132IDAR draws power from the target system's DVCC rail during programming, simplifying production and field updates.
How many I/O pins on the MSP430F5132IDAR are 5-V tolerant?
Twelve I/O pins on the MSP430F5132IDAR are 5-V tolerant: P1.0–P1.5, P3.2–P3.7, and PJ.0–PJ.6. These pins operate safely with 5-V signals while powered from 1.8–3.6 V, eliminating external level shifters when interfacing with legacy 5-V peripherals - a key design advantage of the MSP430F5132IDAR.
What ADC channels are available on the MSP430F5132IDAR?
The MSP430F5132IDAR includes a 10-bit ADC10_A module with eight external input channels (A0–A5, A7, A8) and two internal channels (temperature sensor and VREF generator). This configuration supports simultaneous multi-sensor acquisition in compact systems - a defining capability of the MSP430F5132IDAR for analog-digital hybrid applications.
Is the MSP430F5132IDAR pin-compatible with other devices in the MSP430F51x2 family?
Yes, the MSP430F5132IDAR in the 38-pin TSSOP (DA) package shares identical pinout and signal mapping with MSP430F5152IDAR and MSP430F5172IDAR. This allows drop-in replacement for memory upgrades or feature scaling - provided software accounts for differences in Flash/RAM size and ADC presence - making the MSP430F5132IDAR part of a scalable migration path.
MSP430F5132IDAR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 38-TSSOP (0.240", 6.10mm Width)
- Series:
- MSP430F5xx
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- MSP430 CPUXV2
- Core Size:
- 16-Bit
- Speed:
- 25MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, IrDA, SCI, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 29
- Program Memory Size:
- 8KB (8K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 1K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.8V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 10x10b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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