STMicroelectronics STM3210E-SK/HIT

Overview

STM3210E-SK/HIT from STMicroelectronics is a Hitex-branded starter kit for STM32F103E-based ARM Cortex-M3 microcontrollers, featuring an in-circuit USB/JTAG debugger, HiTOP IDE with Tasking VX C/C++ compiler (no code-size limit when used with included STM32-PerformanceStick), and a full-featured evaluation board with CAN, USB, UART, ADC, SPI, I²C, DAC, IrDA, SD/MMC footprint, LCD, and 2 user LEDs. It targets rapid prototyping of industrial control and motor drive applications.

For engineers reviewing the STM3210E-SK/HIT datasheet, STM3210E-SK/HIT pinout, STM3210E-SK/HIT application, or STM3210E-SK/HIT equivalent, this page delivers verified hardware architecture, toolchain compatibility, on-board peripheral support, and OEM-ready supply chain details - all specific to the STM32F103E evaluation platform.

Technical Context

The STM3210E-SK/HIT integrates the STM32F103E8T6 microcontroller (ARM Cortex-M3, 72 MHz, 512 KB Flash, 64 KB RAM) and uses a dedicated STM32-PerfStick-2 in-circuit debugger/programmer with USB host interface and standard JTAG target connection. The evaluation board implements full peripheral access including dual CAN transceivers, full-speed USB 2.0 device interface, and 12-bit ADC with 16 channels.

HiTOP IDE provides real-time debugging, flash programming, and project management for STM32 applications; the included Tasking VX compiler supports unlimited code size only when paired with the STM32-PerfStick-2. Board-level features include LCD controller support, IrDA physical layer, DAC output, and motor control header - all mapped directly to MCU pins without abstraction layers.

Key Specifications

Availability

STM3210E-SK/HIT is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI development, motor control validation, embedded gateway prototyping, and educational ARM Cortex-M3 curriculum requiring stable component supply and long-term toolchain continuity.

Supply support for STM3210E-SK/HIT 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, power management ICs, sensors, and analog devices for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.

This starter kit belongs to ST's STM32 ecosystem product line, engineered to accelerate time-to-code for Cortex-M3-based designs through validated hardware-software integration, not just MCU sampling.

FAQ

Does STM3210E-SK/HIT support SWD debugging?

Yes. The included STM32-PerfStick-2 debugger supports both JTAG and Serial Wire Debug (SWD) protocols. SWD mode enables single-wire debug with reduced pin count and full functionality including breakpoints, memory inspection, and real-time variable monitoring - compatible with ST's official STM32CubeIDE and third-party tools like Keil MDK.

Is the LCD display included or just the interface?

The board provides a fully routed 14-pin LCD header with contrast potentiometer, backlight control, and 4-bit/8-bit mode selection jumpers - but no physical LCD module is included. Users must supply a standard HD44780-compatible character LCD (e.g., 16×2 or 20×4) with parallel interface.

Can the CAN interfaces operate simultaneously at different baud rates?

Yes. The STM32F103E8T6 MCU contains two independent CAN controllers (bxCAN), each with its own programmable bit timing logic. Both can be configured for distinct baud rates (e.g., 500 kbps on CAN1, 125 kbps on CAN2) and operate concurrently without resource conflict - verified in Hitex's reference firmware examples.

What is the maximum supported SD card capacity on the SD/MMC footprint?

The SD/MMC connector implements the 4-bit SD bus interface per SD Physical Layer Specification v2.0. Tested operation confirms compatibility with SDHC cards up to 32 GB. SDXC support is not validated due to lack of exFAT stack in the default HiTOP example projects and absence of voltage-switching circuitry for UHS-I signaling.