Texas Instruments MSP430FR6887IPNR
- Part No.:
- MSP430FR6887IPNR
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 80-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
MSP430FR6887IPNR.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 16BIT 64KB FRAM 80LQFP
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Product details
Overview
MSP430FR6887IPNR from Texas Instruments is a 16-bit ultra-low-power FRAM microcontroller with 128KB nonvolatile memory, 2KB RAM, integrated 12-bit ADC, LCD driver (up to 320 segments), and real-time clock. It operates from 1.8 V to 3.6 V and supports seven low-power modes-including LPM3.5 (0.35 µA RTC active) and LPM4.5 (0.02 µA shutdown)-targeting battery-powered utility metering and data logging systems.
For engineers reviewing the MSP430FR6887IPNR datasheet, MSP430FR6887IPNR pinout, MSP430FR6887IPNR application, or MSP430FR6887IPNR equivalent, key selection criteria include FRAM endurance (10¹⁵ write cycles), capacitive touch I/O without external components, dual eUSCI modules (UART/I²C/SPI), and integrated LCD bias generation for segment displays in metering front-ends.
Technical Context
The MSP430FR6887IPNR implements the MSP430 CPUXV2 core with 16 registers and executes instructions at up to 16 MHz. Its power architecture integrates SVS (supply voltage supervisor), LDO, and multiple clock sources-DCO (10 factory-trimmed frequencies), LFXT (32 kHz crystal), and HFXT-enabling precise timing control across operating modes.
Peripherals include three 16-bit Timer_A modules (TA0/TA1/TA3), two Timer_B modules (TB0/TB1), a 32-bit hardware multiplier, three-channel DMA, CRC16/CRC32 engines, and dual eUSCI_A (UART/IrDA/SPI) and eUSCI_B (I²C/SPI) interfaces-all accessible via multiplexed I/O pins supporting capacitive touch sensing on all ports P1–P10 and PJ.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| Core Architecture | 16-bit MSP430 CPUXV2 with 16 registers; enables deterministic real-time execution in ultra-low-power environments. |
| FRAM Capacity | 128 KB unified nonvolatile memory; eliminates erase cycles, supports byte-level writes, and enables instant data logging without wear leveling. |
| ADC Resolution | 12-bit SAR ADC with internal reference and sample-and-hold; supports up to 16 external analog inputs for sensor interfacing in metering applications. |
| Low-Power Mode LPM3.5 | 0.35 µA typical current with RTC active; allows calendar-based wake-up and time-stamped event capture during extended sleep periods. |
| LCD Driver | Integrated LCD_C module driving up to 320 segments with programmable contrast and internal bias generation; reduces BOM count in display-equipped meters. |
| Capacitive Touch I/O | All P1–P10 and PJ pins support CTSIO without external components; enables direct button/slider implementation in sealed industrial enclosures. |
| Operating Voltage Range | 1.8 V to 3.6 V; accommodates declining battery voltages in primary-cell-powered utility meters while maintaining full peripheral functionality. |
Pinout & Package
LQFP-80 package (12 mm × 12 mm), thermally enhanced with exposed thermal pad; pin-compatible with other MSP430FR687x family members in PN footprint.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| P1.0–P1.7 | General-purpose I/O / TA0/TA1 timer I/O / UCB0/UCB1 signals | Supports capacitive touch, SPI slave/master, I²C, and timer capture/compare functions; enables flexible peripheral routing in compact layouts. |
| P2.0–P2.7 | General-purpose I/O / UCA0 signals / TB0 outputs / COM4–COM7 | Drives LCD backplane commons (COM4–COM7) and provides UART/SPI interface; critical for segment display control in metering UIs. |
| P3.0–P3.7 | General-purpose I/O / UCA1/UCB1 signals / TA1/TB0 I/O | Dual USCI support enables simultaneous UART telemetry and I²C sensor bus; avoids external level shifters or protocol bridges. |
| P5.0–P5.7 | General-purpose I/O / TA1/MCLK/ACLK outputs / UCB1STE | Provides clock distribution (MCLK, ACLK, SMCLK) and timer outputs; simplifies synchronization of external peripherals and sensors. |
| P6.0–P6.7 | General-purpose I/O / LCD_V2/V3/V5 / COM0–COM3 / COUT | Generates LCD bias voltages (V2–V5) and drives COM0–COM3; eliminates need for external LCD charge pumps or resistor networks. |
| PJ.0–PJ.7 | JTAG/Spy-Bi-Wire debug / HFXIN/HFXOUT / LFXIN/LFXOUT | Enables in-system programming and debugging via 2-wire Spy-Bi-Wire; supports high- and low-frequency crystal oscillators for precision timing. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| Ferroelectric RAM (FRAM) | 128 KB nonvolatile memory with 10¹⁵ write endurance and 125 ns word write speed-enables reliable, high-frequency data logging without flash wear-out concerns. |
| Ultra-Low-Power Operation | 0.02 µA shutdown (LPM4.5) and 0.35 µA RTC-active mode (LPM3.5) extend battery life to >10 years in single-AA-powered water/heat meters. |
| Integrated LCD Driver | Drives up to 320 segments with internal voltage generation and contrast control-reduces component count and PCB area in display-integrated meter designs. |
| Capacitive Touch Sensing | Hardware-accelerated CTSIO on all GPIO ports eliminates external RC networks and firmware overhead for touch-button implementations. |
| Dual eUSCI Modules | eUSCI_A0/A1 (UART/IrDA/SPI) + eUSCI_B0/B1 (I²C/SPI) enable concurrent communication with AMR modules, sensors, and host controllers without software arbitration. |
Applications
| Water Metering | Heat Cost Allocation |
|---|---|
|
Use Scenario: Ultrasonic or mechanical flow measurement with pulse counting, temperature compensation, and wireless data upload. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main system controller executing metrology algorithms, managing LCD display, and handling NB-IoT/LoRaWAN telemetry via UART/I²C. Use Value: FRAM enables tamper-proof hourly consumption logging; RTC with calendar ensures accurate billing period alignment; LPM3.5 extends AA battery life beyond 12 years. |
Use Scenario: Apartment-level thermal energy allocation using radiator-mounted temperature sensors and time-of-use integration. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time data aggregator with local storage, LCD user interface, and IR/RF communication for manual readout or gateway polling. Use Value: Integrated LCD_C drives 240-segment display without external drivers; capacitive touch supports sealed keypad; 12-bit ADC reads NTC/PT100 sensors with ±0.5°C accuracy. |
| Portable Medical Logging | Data Acquisition Node |
|
Use Scenario: Battery-powered glucose monitor or blood pressure cuff with trend storage and Bluetooth LE connectivity. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Sensor interface hub with analog front-end conditioning, secure data storage, and low-energy wireless co-processor interface. Use Value: FRAM's radiation resistance ensures reliability in medical environments; 1.8 V operation supports coin-cell power; hardware CRC32 validates stored clinical data integrity. |
Use Scenario: Industrial environmental monitoring node collecting temperature, humidity, and gas concentration over long intervals. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Autonomous logger with wake-on-event, sensor polling, timestamped FRAM storage, and scheduled RF transmission. Use Value: Three-channel DMA offloads ADC sampling to memory without CPU intervention; LPM4.5 minimizes quiescent current between 15-minute readings; eUSCI_B1 handles I²C sensor buses. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-low-power FRAM microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSP430FR6879IPN | Same FRAM (128 KB), same peripherals, but lacks TA3 timer module and has reduced I/O count (63 vs. 83). | Suitable for simpler metering designs without advanced PWM or complex capture requirements. | Select when TA3 functionality is unnecessary and cost optimization is prioritized over timer flexibility. |
| MSP430FR6877IPN | 64 KB FRAM (half capacity), identical package and pinout, same low-power modes and peripherals except reduced LCD segment support (240 vs. 320). | Targeted at cost-sensitive, lower-feature utility meters where storage depth and display resolution are constrained. | Choose when application requires ≤64 KB persistent storage and ≤240-segment LCD, enabling BOM reduction without layout change. |
Compared with MSP430FR6879IPN and MSP430FR6877IPN, the MSP430FR6887IPNR offers full 128 KB FRAM, TA3 timer for advanced waveform capture, and 320-segment LCD support-making it optimal for next-generation smart meters requiring deep logging, multi-sensor fusion, and rich UIs.
Availability
MSP430FR6887IPNR is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for water metering, heat cost allocation, and portable medical logging requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and traceable sourcing for regulated markets.
Supply support for MSP430FR6887IPNR 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 digital signal technologies, with decades of expertise in ultra-low-power design.
The MSP430 ULP FRAM portfolio delivers energy-efficient mixed-signal MCUs for battery-operated metering, sensing, and IoT edge nodes-designed to maximize runtime while integrating memory, analog, and display functions in a single chip.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the MSP430FR6887IPNR?
The MSP430FR6887IPNR supports a maximum system clock frequency of 16 MHz via its DCO or external HFXT oscillator. This enables real-time execution of metrology algorithms and fast FRAM writes (125 ns per word) while maintaining sub-100 µA/MHz active-mode efficiency-critical for responsive user interfaces and high-speed sensor sampling in the MSP430FR6887IPNR.
Does the MSP430FR6887IPNR support hardware encryption?
No, the MSP430FR6887IPNR does not include AES or other hardware cryptographic accelerators. It relies on software-based security primitives, including a true random number seed generator for cryptographic key derivation. For applications requiring FIPS-compliant encryption, external secure elements or higher-tier MSP430FR59xx devices with AES modules should be evaluated instead of the MSP430FR6887IPNR.
How many I/O pins support capacitive touch sensing on the MSP430FR6887IPNR?
All 83 general-purpose I/O pins across ports P1–P10 and PJ support capacitive touch sensing without external components. This capability is implemented in hardware via the CTSIO module and enables robust, low-power touch interfaces for sealed meter housings-directly leveraging the full I/O count of the MSP430FR6887IPNR in LQFP-80 packaging.
What LCD bias voltages does the MSP430FR6887IPNR generate internally?
The MSP430FR6887IPNR generates up to five internal LCD bias voltages (V1–V5) using its integrated LCD_C module and external capacitor network (e.g., R33/LCDCAP). These voltages drive common and segment lines for static or multiplexed (2–8 mux) displays up to 320 segments-eliminating external charge pumps or resistor ladders required by conventional MCU-based LCD solutions using the MSP430FR6887IPNR.
Is the MSP430FR6887IPNR pin-compatible with other MSP430FR687x devices?
Yes, the MSP430FR6887IPNR shares the same LQFP-80 (PN) package and pinout with MSP430FR6879IPN and MSP430FR6877IPN, enabling drop-in replacement in existing designs. However, functional differences exist-such as TA3 timer presence and FRAM size-so firmware and peripheral initialization must be validated before substitution of the MSP430FR6887IPNR.
MSP430FR6887IPNR Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- Texas Instruments
- Package/Case:
- 80-LQFP
- Series:
- MSP430™ FRAM
- Packaging:
- Tape & Reel (TR)
- Product Status:
- Obsolete
- 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:
- 63
- Program Memory Size:
- 64KB (64K 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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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.
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