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Texas Instruments MSP430F5659IPZ
- Part No.:
- MSP430F5659IPZ
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 100-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
MSP430F5659IPZ.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 16BIT 512KB FLASH 100LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MSP430F5659IPZ from Texas Instruments is a 16-bit ultra-low-power mixed-signal microcontroller featuring 512 KB flash, 64 KB + 2 KB RAM, integrated USB 2.0 PHY, 12-bit ADC (200 ksps, 16 channels), dual 12-bit DACs, and 74 GPIO pins in a 100-pin LQFP package - deployed in battery-powered sensor systems and portable meters requiring sub-2 µA standby current and 3 µs wake-up.
For engineers reviewing the MSP430F5659IPZ datasheet, MSP430F5659IPZ pinout, MSP430F5659IPZ application, or MSP430F5659IPZ equivalent, key selection criteria include USB integration without external transceiver, LPM3.5 RTC retention at 1.1 µA, 12-bit ADC autoscan with internal reference, and compatibility with TI's MSP430F5xx toolchain and Code Composer Studio.
Technical Context
The MSP430F5659IPZ implements a 16-bit RISC CPUXV2 core with constant generators and hardware multiplier supporting 32-bit operations. Its unified clock system integrates FLL, VLO, REFO, XT1 (32 kHz), and XT2 (up to 32 MHz) with programmable LDO for core voltage regulation.
Power management includes five low-power modes (LPM0–LPM4.5), brownout reset, supply voltage supervisor, and fast wakeup from LPM3 in 3 µs. Peripheral set includes three USCIs (UART/IrDA/SPI/I²C), RTC_B with alarm and battery backup, CRC16 engine, and memory integrity detection (MID).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | 16-bit RISC CPUXV2 with 32-bit hardware multiplier - enables efficient signal processing and real-time control without external math coprocessor. |
| Flash / RAM | 512 KB flash + 64 KB + 2 KB RAM - supports large firmware images, bootloader, and real-time data buffering for sensor fusion applications. |
| USB Interface | Integrated full-speed USB 2.0 PHY with 3.3-V/1.8-V power system and USB-PLL - eliminates external transceiver and reduces BOM cost and PCB area. |
| ADC Performance | 12-bit ADC, 200 ksps, 16-channel autoscan (12 external + 4 internal), internal 1.5/2.0/2.5 V reference - enables simultaneous multi-sensor acquisition with calibrated precision. |
| Low-Power Modes | LPM3: 2.0 µA @ 3.0 V; LPM3.5 (RTC active): 1.1 µA @ 3.0 V; LPM4.5: 0.45 µA @ 3.0 V - extends coin-cell battery life to years in always-on monitoring devices. |
| Wake-up Time | 3 µs from LPM3 to active mode - meets strict real-time response requirements in industrial alarm and event-triggered logging systems. |
| I/O Count | 74 GPIO pins with configurable drive strength, Schmitt-trigger inputs, and port mapping controller - supports complex peripheral interfacing and flexible PCB layout. |
Pinout & Package
LQFP-100 (14 mm × 14 mm) package with exposed thermal pad; RoHS-compliant, lead-free finish; pin pitch 0.5 mm.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| RST/NMI | Reset / Non-maskable interrupt input | Active-low asynchronous reset; also serves as NMI source - enables robust fault recovery and watchdog-triggered emergency shutdown. |
| P1.x–P9.x, PJ.x | General-purpose I/O ports | 74 total GPIO with interrupt capability per pin, configurable pull-up/down, and port mapping - supports multiplexed sensor interfaces, LED drivers, and button scanning. |
| USB_DP / USB_DM | Full-speed USB differential pair | On-chip ESD protection and impedance-matched routing - connects directly to USB connector without external termination or magnetics. |
| XT1IN / XT1OUT | Low-frequency crystal oscillator terminals | Supports 32.768 kHz watch crystal for RTC accuracy ±20 ppm - enables precise timekeeping in thermostats and energy meters. |
| XT2IN / XT2OUT | High-frequency crystal oscillator terminals | Supports crystals up to 32 MHz for system clock - allows high-throughput USB and ADC sampling without PLL jitter penalties. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Integrated USB 2.0 PHY | Eliminates need for external transceiver, reducing bill-of-materials cost by $0.30–$0.50 and saving >12 mm² PCB area. |
| Dual 12-bit DACs with synchronization | Enables simultaneous analog output generation for motor phase control or audio tone synthesis with <1 LSB INL error. |
| Hardware CRC16 engine | Offloads checksum computation from CPU during firmware updates or sensor data packet validation - improves throughput by 4× vs software CRC. |
| Memory Integrity Detection (MID) | Monitors flash and RAM for bit flips using ECC-like algorithm - critical for fail-safe operation in medical and industrial safety-critical firmware. |
| Programmable LDO with core voltage control | Adjusts DVCC from 1.8 V to 3.6 V dynamically - optimizes power/performance trade-off across operating modes without external regulator. |
Applications
| Portable Hand-Held Meters | USB-Enabled Sensor Nodes |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Battery-powered multimeters and environmental monitors acquiring voltage, temperature, and humidity with local display and PC upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central MCU managing ADC sampling, LCD refresh, USB enumeration, and low-power sleep scheduling. Use Value: 1.1 µA RTC-active mode enables calendar-based logging; integrated USB avoids UART-to-USB bridge IC, cutting component count by one. |
Use Scenario: Wireless sensor gateways collecting data from analog sensors and forwarding via USB to host PC or embedded Linux gateway. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: USB device controller with DMA-accelerated data transfer and synchronized ADC/DAC for calibration signal injection. Use Value: On-die USB PHY ensures plug-and-play compatibility with Windows/Linux hosts; 200 ksps ADC supports oversampling for noise reduction. |
| Digital Thermostats | Industrial Timer/Controller Modules |
|
Use Scenario: HVAC control units measuring ambient temperature, driving relays, displaying setpoints, and logging runtime statistics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time controller executing PID loops, managing RTC alarms, and retaining settings in backup RAM during power loss. Use Value: 0.45 µA LPM4.5 shutdown mode preserves configuration across AC outages; integrated comparator enables direct thermistor biasing. |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted timers with pushbutton interface, relay outputs, and USB configuration port for field programming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Deterministic timing engine using Timer_B with 7 capture/compare registers for multi-channel pulse-width modulation and delay generation. Use Value: 3 µs wake-up from LPM3 guarantees sub-millisecond response to external trigger inputs; 74 GPIO support custom I/O expansion without glue logic. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-low-power mixed-signal microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP430F6659IPZ | Includes USB PHY and LCD driver; same 512 KB flash, 64 KB + 2 KB RAM, and 74 GPIO as MSP430F5659IPZ but adds integrated LCD_B (160 seg). | Preferred for designs requiring on-chip LCD drive (e.g., smart meters with segmented displays) and USB connectivity. | Select when display integration and USB are both required - no change to core firmware architecture needed. |
| MSP430F5658IPZ | Same peripheral set and package, but reduced to 384 KB flash and 32 KB + 2 KB RAM - no functional or timing differences otherwise. | Suitable for cost-sensitive applications where firmware size fits within 384 KB and buffer requirements are ≤32 KB. | Choose for lower-cost BOM when flash/RAM headroom is sufficient - binary-compatible with MSP430F5659IPZ for identical peripherals. |
Compared with MSP430F5659IPZ, MSP430F6659IPZ adds LCD_B support enabling direct segment drive without external driver IC, while MSP430F5658IPZ offers identical USB, ADC, and timer capabilities at reduced memory cost - all share pinout, power profile, and toolchain compatibility.
Availability
MSP430F5659IPZ is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for portable hand-held meters, USB-connected sensor nodes, and digital thermostats requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and TI-qualified production traceability.
Supply support for MSP430F5659IPZ 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 over 50 years of innovation in low-power design and industrial-grade reliability.
The MSP430F5xx family targets ultra-low-power sensing and control applications - engineered for extended battery life, robust operation in harsh environments, and seamless integration with TI's ecosystem of development tools and power management ICs.
FAQ
Does MSP430F5659IPZ support USB device mode without external components?
Yes, MSP430F5659IPZ integrates a full-speed USB 2.0 PHY with on-die 3.3-V and 1.8-V regulators, USB-PLL, and eight endpoints - enabling direct connection to a USB host using only standard series resistors and ESD protection diodes. No external transceiver or level shifter is required for basic CDC or HID class operation.
What is the maximum ADC sampling rate achievable with MSP430F5659IPZ?
The MSP430F5659IPZ ADC12_A module achieves 200 ksps maximum conversion rate with 12-bit resolution. This rate is sustained using internal reference and autoscan across up to 16 channels, with tCONVERT = 5 µs typical per sample under recommended operating conditions (AVCC = 3.0 V, ADC12CLK = 5 MHz).
How does the low-power performance of MSP430F5659IPZ compare across LPM modes?
MSP430F5659IPZ delivers 2.0 µA in LPM3 (RTC + crystal active), 1.1 µA in LPM3.5 (RTC-only with crystal), and 0.45 µA in LPM4.5 (full shutdown). All values are measured at 3.0 V and represent typical current into DVCC, excluding external circuitry - enabling multi-year operation on CR2032 cells in periodic wake-up applications.
Can MSP430F5659IPZ generate synchronized analog outputs?
Yes, MSP430F5659IPZ includes two independent 12-bit DAC12_A modules with hardware synchronization capability. When enabled, DAC0 and DAC1 update simultaneously on a common trigger (e.g., Timer_B output), achieving <10 ns skew - essential for dual-channel waveform generation or motor phase control.
Is the MSP430F5659IPZ pin-compatible with other devices in the MSP430F5xx family?
MSP430F5659IPZ is pin-compatible with MSP430F5658IPZ and MSP430F6659IPZ in the 100-pin LQFP (PZ) package. All share identical pin functions, electrical characteristics, and thermal pad layout - allowing drop-in replacement where flash/RAM or LCD requirements align with the target variant.
MSP430F5659IPZ Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 100-LQFP
- Series:
- MSP430F5xx
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- MSP430 CPUXV2
- Core Size:
- 16-Bit
- Speed:
- 20MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, IrDA, SCI, SPI, UART/USART, USB
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 74
- Program Memory Size:
- 512KB (512K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 66K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.8V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x12b; D/A 2x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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1.Quantity discrepancies, incorrect items, or visible external defects (such as breakage or corrosion), acknowledged by Aetrix.
2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
3.The MSP430F5659IPZ part is unused and in its original packaging.
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