STMicroelectronics STEVAL-IPT007V1

Overview

STEVAL-IPT007V1 from STMicroelectronics is a smartcard interface evaluation board built around the ST8034HC 24-pin smartcard interface IC. It provides full supply, protection, detection, and clock control functions for ISO 7816-compliant smartcards, supports standalone operation via on-board 10 MHz crystal oscillator, and enables MCU-controlled configuration through dedicated interface connector for applications including POS terminals and pay-TV set-top boxes.

For engineers reviewing the STEVAL-IPT007V1 datasheet, STEVAL-IPT007V1 pinout, STEVAL-IPT007V1 application, or STEVAL-IPT007V1 equivalent, this board delivers verified signal routing, configurable card voltage (1.8 V / 3.0 V / 5.0 V), selectable clock source (on-board crystal or MCU-provided), labeled test points on all signals, and dual-side standard connectors for rapid integration into smartcard system validation workflows.

Technical Context

The board implements the ST8034HC's complete smartcard interface stack: integrated VCC regulator with programmable output voltage, ESD-protected I/Os compliant with ISO/IEC 7816-3, automatic card insertion/ejection detection, and precise card clock generation with ±0.5% accuracy at 10 MHz. It supports T=0 and T=1 protocols via MCU-controlled timing and voltage selection.

Configuration is achieved through DIP switches for card supply voltage and clock source selection, while MCU interface signals (RST, CLK, I/O, VCC_CTRL) are routed to a 10-pin header compatible with common microcontroller development platforms. All critical signals are accessible via silk-screened, labeled test points for oscilloscope probing and logic analysis.

Key Specifications

Availability

STEVAL-IPT007V1 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for POS terminal development, pay-TV set-top box validation, banking smartcard reader prototyping, and identification system integration requiring stable component supply and documented reference design support.

Supply support for STEVAL-IPT007V1 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, designing and manufacturing microcontrollers, analog ICs, power management devices, and smartcard solutions for industrial, consumer, and automotive markets.

The STEVAL-IPT007V1 belongs to ST's Smartcard & Secure MCU Evaluation Platform product line, engineered specifically to accelerate development of ISO 7816-compliant smartcard readers and secure authentication subsystems in regulated financial and identity applications.

FAQ

Does STEVAL-IPT007V1 support both contact-based and contactless smartcards?

No. The board is designed exclusively for ISO/IEC 7816-2 contact smartcards using the standard 8-pin physical interface. It does not include NFC/RFID circuitry, antenna, or protocol stacks for contactless cards such as ISO 14443 or ISO 15693. Only the ST8034HC's contact interface functions are implemented.

Can the on-board 10 MHz oscillator be used as the main system clock for an external microcontroller?

No. The 10 MHz oscillator is dedicated solely to generating the smartcard clock signal (CLK) and is electrically isolated from general-purpose system clock distribution. Its output drives only the ST8034HC's clock input and is not buffered or routed to external headers for MCU use.

What is the maximum allowable current draw from the board's VCC output when powering a smartcard?

The ST8034HC on the board regulates VCC up to 50 mA continuous output, compliant with ISO 7816-3 requirements for Class A/B/C cards. This limit is enforced by internal current limiting and thermal shutdown; exceeding it risks regulator shutdown or damage to the IC.

Is firmware or driver software included with the STEVAL-IPT007V1 evaluation board?

No. The board is hardware-only and requires external MCU firmware to drive the smartcard interface. ST provides application notes (e.g., AN4217) and reference code examples for STM32 MCUs, but no preloaded firmware, bootloader, or USB-to-serial bridge is integrated on the board itself.