Texas Instruments MSP430FR5889IPM
- Part No.:
- MSP430FR5889IPM
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 64-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
MSP430FR5889IPM.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 16BIT 128KB FRAM 64LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MSP430FR5889IPM from Texas Instruments is a 16-bit ultra-low-power FRAM microcontroller with 128KB nonvolatile memory, 2KB RAM, and integrated extended scan interface (ESI) for precision analog sensing. It operates from 1.8 V to 3.6 V, delivers 100 µA/MHz active current, and supports real-time clock (RTC) operation at 0.35 µA in LPM3.5-enabling battery-powered water/heat metering systems with >10-year runtime.
For engineers reviewing the MSP430FR5889IPM datasheet, MSP430FR5889IPM pinout, MSP430FR5889IPM application, or MSP430FR5889IPM equivalent, key selection criteria include ESI peripheral support for capacitive fluid/gas measurement, FRAM endurance (1015 write cycles), 12-bit ADC with 16 external channels, and LQFP-64 package compatibility with industrial metering PCB layouts.
Technical Context
The MSP430FR5889IPM implements the ULP CPUXV2 core with seven low-power modes, including LPM3.5 (RTC active) and LPM4.5 (shutdown at 0.02 µA). Its clock system integrates DCO, LFXT (32 kHz crystal), and HFXT (up to 24 MHz) with automatic calibration.
Peripherals include dual eUSCI_A (UART/IrDA/SPI) and eUSCI_B (I²C/SPI) modules, three-channel DMA, 32-bit hardware multiplier, CRC16/CRC32 engines, and five 16-bit timers (TA0–TA3, TB0) with up to 7 capture/compare registers per timer-optimized for time-critical metrology tasks.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | 16-bit RISC CPUXV2, up to 16-MHz operation-enables deterministic real-time control without cache or pipeline stalls. |
| Nonvolatile Memory | 128KB FRAM with 125 ns/word write speed and 1015 endurance-eliminates flash wear-out in frequent data-logging applications. |
| Power Consumption | 0.35 µA in RTC-active LPM3.5 mode-supports decade-long battery life in sealed utility meters. |
| Analog Peripherals | 12-bit ADC with 16 external inputs + internal reference; ESI for background capacitance scanning-enables high-precision, low-noise fluid volume measurement. |
| Digital Interfaces | eUSCI_A0/A1 (UART/IrDA/SPI); eUSCI_B0/B1 (I²C/SPI); hardware UART/I²C bootloader-simplifies firmware updates and sensor communication. |
| Package | LQFP-64 (10 mm × 10 mm)-provides robust thermal performance and standard reflow compatibility for industrial PCB assembly. |
| Supply Voltage | 1.8 V to 3.6 V-supports direct connection to common lithium-thionyl chloride or alkaline battery stacks. |
Pinout & Package
LQFP-64 package with 0.5 mm pitch, 10 mm × 10 mm body size, and exposed thermal pad (not electrically connected). Pin 1 marked by dot; pins numbered counterclockwise.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| P1.0–P1.7 | General-purpose I/O with capacitive touch | Supports self-capacitive touch sensing without external components-reduces BOM cost in human-interface meter displays. |
| P2.0–P2.7 | USCI_A0 TX/RX/CLK/STE + TB0 COMx | Configurable for UART bootloading (BSLTX/BSLRX) or LCD segment drive-enables field firmware updates and multi-segment display control. |
| P3.0–P3.7 | eUSCI_B1 + eUSCI_A1 SPI/I²C | Connects to external sensors (e.g., temperature, pressure) via I²C or SPI-facilitates modular metrology subsystem design. |
| P6.0–P6.7 | LCD voltage rails (V2–V5) + COM0–COM3 | Drives up to 240 LCD segments directly-eliminates need for external LCD bias IC in compact meter displays. |
| P9.0–P9.7 | ESI channel inputs (ESICH0–ESICH3) + test | Accepts differential capacitance signals from electrode arrays-core interface for water/heat flow transducers. |
| RST/NMI/SBWTDIO | JTAG/Spy-Bi-Wire debug & reset | Enables in-circuit debugging and programming through 2-pin interface-reduces test point count on space-constrained meter PCBs. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ferroelectric RAM (FRAM) | 128KB unified memory enables simultaneous code execution and data logging without erase delays-critical for uninterrupted metering during power loss. |
| Extended Scan Interface (ESI) | Dedicated hardware accelerator for background capacitance measurement-achieves sub-femtofarad resolution without CPU intervention. |
| Ultra-Low-Power RTC | 0.35 µA typical current in LPM3.5 with calendar/alarm functions-maintains accurate timekeeping while preserving battery energy. |
| Capacitive Touch I/O | All P1–P10 and PJ pins support touch sensing-allows full front-panel button integration without dedicated controller IC. |
| Hardware CRC Engines | CRC16 and CRC32 accelerators offload checksum computation-ensures data integrity in wireless metering transmissions with minimal CPU overhead. |
Applications
| Water Meters | Heat Meters |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Ultrasonic or mechanical flow measurement in residential/commercial water distribution systems with tamper detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Primary metrology controller executing ESI-based capacitance-to-digital conversion and pulse accumulation logic. Use Value: FRAM enables secure, wear-free storage of consumption logs and tamper events; RTC maintains billing-period timestamps across 10+ years of operation. | Use Scenario: Thermal energy calculation using inlet/outlet temperature and flow rate in district heating installations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual-sensor interface hub synchronizing 12-bit ADC readings and ESI-based flow transducer outputs with precise time-stamping. Use Value: Integrated LCD driver displays real-time kWh values; low-power modes extend battery life beyond 15 years in unattended deployments. |
| Portable Medical Meters | Data Logging Systems |
Use Scenario: Battery-powered glucose or inhaler dose counters requiring FDA-grade data integrity and audit trails. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure data acquisition node with hardware random number generation and encrypted FRAM storage. Use Value: 1015 FRAM write cycles ensure lifetime reliability; CRC32 engine validates log entries against corruption or tampering. | Use Scenario: Environmental monitoring in remote locations (e.g., soil moisture, air quality) with periodic wireless upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Autonomous sensor aggregator managing ADC sampling, ESI-based humidity sensing, and scheduled LoRaWAN transmission windows. Use Value: LPM4.5 shutdown current (0.02 µA) extends primary battery life to >5 years; eUSCI peripherals simplify RF module interfacing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-low-power metrology microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP430FR5969IPM | Same FRAM size (64KB), but adds AES-128 encryption engine and enhanced ESI with higher scan rate. | Better suited for secure wireless metering where cryptographic payload protection is required. | Select when end-to-end data security (e.g., DLMS/COSEM compliance) is mandatory. |
| MSP430FR6889IPN | 128KB FRAM, 80-pin LQFP, adds LCD_C driver supporting 320 segments and 16 external ADC inputs. | Targeted at larger-display meters requiring more segment drive capability and additional analog channels. | Select when >240 LCD segments or dual ADC banks are needed for multi-parameter sensing. |
Compared with MSP430FR5969IPM and MSP430FR6889IPN, the MSP430FR5889IPM offers optimal balance of FRAM capacity, ESI functionality, and compact LQFP-64 packaging-making it ideal for cost-sensitive, space-constrained utility meters where basic metrology and long battery life are primary requirements.
Availability
MSP430FR5889IPM is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for water metering, heat metering, and portable medical device applications requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and TI-authorized traceability.
Supply support for MSP430FR5889IPM 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 90 years of innovation in industrial and energy infrastructure solutions.
The MSP430 ULP FRAM portfolio targets battery-operated sensing and measurement applications-designed to deliver ultra-low-power operation, nonvolatile memory endurance, and integrated metrology peripherals for utility and medical instrumentation.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MSP430FR5889IPM?
The MSP430FR5889IPM supports a maximum system clock frequency of 16 MHz using its factory-trimmed DCO or external HFXT crystal. This allows deterministic real-time execution of metrology algorithms while maintaining ultra-low-power efficiency-verified across the full 1.8 V to 3.6 V supply range specified in the SLASE32C datasheet.
Does the MSP430FR5889IPM support hardware encryption?
No, the MSP430FR5889IPM does not include a hardware AES engine. It relies on software-based cryptographic libraries for security functions. For applications requiring hardware-accelerated encryption, consider the MSP430FR5969IPM, which integrates AES-128. The MSP430FR5889IPM prioritizes ESI and FRAM performance over cryptographic acceleration.
How many external ADC input channels does the MSP430FR5889IPM support?
The MSP430FR5889IPM supports up to 12 external analog input channels via its ADC12_B module, as confirmed in Table 3-1 of the SLASE32C datasheet. Unlike the MSP430FR6889IPN variant, it does not support the full 16-channel configuration-making it optimized for simpler single-sensor or dual-sensor metrology designs.
What is the purpose of the ESI peripheral in the MSP430FR5889IPM?
The Extended Scan Interface (ESI) in the MSP430FR5889IPM is a dedicated hardware peripheral for high-precision, low-power capacitance measurement-used in water/heat meters to detect fluid level, flow, or gas concentration without CPU involvement. It supports up to four differential input channels (ESICH0–ESICH3) and operates autonomously in low-power modes.
Is the MSP430FR5889IPM pin-compatible with other devices in the MSP430FR588x family?
Yes, the MSP430FR5889IPM shares identical pinout and electrical characteristics with the MSP430FR5888IPM and MSP430FR5887IPM within the same LQFP-64 package. This allows direct substitution in existing designs when migrating between FRAM sizes (128KB/96KB/64KB) without PCB changes-subject to verifying software compatibility with memory map differences.
MSP430FR5889IPM Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 64-LQFP
- Series:
- MSP430™ FRAM
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- MSP430 CPUXV2
- Core Size:
- 16-Bit
- Speed:
- 16MHz
- Connectivity:
- I2C, IrDA, SCI, SPI, UART/USART
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 48
- Program Memory Size:
- 128KB (128K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FRAM
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 2K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.8V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 12x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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