STMicroelectronics NUCLEO-F410RB

Overview

NUCLEO-F410RB from STMicroelectronics is a 64-pin STM32 Nucleo-64 development board built around the STM32F410RBT6 ARM Cortex-M4 microcontroller with 128 KB Flash, 32 KB RAM, and operating up to 100 MHz. It integrates ST-LINK/V2-1 debugger/programmer via USB Mini-B, supports Arduino Uno V3 and ST Morpho expansion headers, and targets rapid prototyping of low-power motor control and sensor interface applications.

For engineers reviewing the NUCLEO-F410RB datasheet, NUCLEO-F410RB pinout, NUCLEO-F410RB application, or NUCLEO-F410RB equivalent, this board delivers verified USB-based programming, real-time debugging via Virtual COM port and SWD, and out-of-box compatibility with STM32CubeIDE, IAR EWARM, and Keil MDK-ARM toolchains for Cortex-M4 firmware development.

Technical Context

The NUCLEO-F410RB implements the STM32F410RBT6 MCU - a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M4 core with FPU, supporting DSP instructions and operating at up to 100 MHz. It includes a 32.768 kHz LSE crystal for RTC operation and a high-speed external clock input option (not populated on board).

Power architecture uses ST-LINK/V2-1's USB VBUS or external 5 V/3.3 V sources, with no onboard SMPS or CAN FD transceiver - distinguishing it from Rx-P/Rx-Q variants. All 64 LQFP I/O pins are exposed via ST Morpho headers, while Arduino-compatible signals map to dedicated pins on the Uno V3 connector.

Key Specifications

Availability

NUCLEO-F410RB is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor nodes, entry-level motor control evaluation, and educational embedded systems labs requiring stable component supply, consistent board revisioning, and long-term toolchain support.

Supply support for NUCLEO-F410RB 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

STMicroelectronics is a global semiconductor leader headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, power devices, sensors, and analog ICs for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.

The STM32 Nucleo-64 platform - including NUCLEO-F410RB - was developed to provide low-cost, open-hardware evaluation tools for STM32 microcontrollers, emphasizing IDE interoperability, shield expandability, and zero-cost software ecosystem access via STM32Cube.

FAQ

Does NUCLEO-F410RB support USB device functionality?

No. The NUCLEO-F410RB board does not include a user-accessible USB Device interface. Its onboard ST-LINK/V2-1 uses USB Mini-B solely for debugging and programming; the target STM32F410RBT6's USB peripheral is not routed to an external connector or enabled by default in board firmware.

What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F410RBT6 on this board?

The STM32F410RBT6 MCU on NUCLEO-F410RB runs at up to 100 MHz using its internal PLL driven by the MSI oscillator or an external clock source. No external HSE crystal is mounted, so full 100 MHz operation relies on factory-trimmed MSI calibration or external clock injection.

Can I use Arduino shields directly with NUCLEO-F410RB?

Yes - the board provides native Arduino Uno V3 pinout compatibility on its left-side header, including 5V-tolerant digital I/O, analog inputs (A0–A5), PWM-capable pins (D3, D5, D6, D9, D10, D11), and hardware serial (D0/D1). Shield power is supplied via 5 V from ST-LINK VBUS or external source.

Is there an onboard SMPS or DC-DC converter on NUCLEO-F410RB?

No. Unlike NUCLEO-Rx-P or NUCLEO-Rx-Q variants, the NUCLEO-F410RB lacks both internal and external SMPS circuitry. It uses linear regulators only, making it suitable for low-noise, low-complexity applications where efficiency is secondary to simplicity and EMI control.