STMicroelectronics STM32F030K6T6

Overview

STM32F030K6T6 from STMicroelectronics is a value-line Arm® Cortex®-M0 32-bit microcontroller in TSSOP20 package, featuring 32 KB Flash, 4 KB SRAM with hardware parity, 48 MHz max CPU frequency, 12-bit 1.0 µs ADC (16-channel), and 5V-tolerant I/Os. It targets cost-sensitive industrial control, smart sensors, and basic HMI applications requiring low-voltage operation (2.4–3.6 V) and integrated peripherals including two USARTs, one SPI, one I²C, and RTC with alarm.

For engineers reviewing the STM32F030K6T6 datasheet, STM32F030K6T6 pinout, STM32F030K6T6 application, or STM32F030K6T6 equivalent, key selection criteria include Flash/SRAM size, 5V-tolerant GPIO count, ADC resolution and speed, low-power mode support (Stop/Standby), and TSSOP20 footprint compatibility with space-constrained PCB layouts.

Technical Context

The STM32F030K6T6 implements an Arm Cortex-M0 core with Harvard bus architecture, tightly coupled NVIC and SysTick timer, and supports boot from system memory, main Flash, or SRAM. Its clock tree integrates dual oscillators - 4–32 MHz HSE and 32.768 kHz LSE - plus internal 8 MHz HSI (with x6 PLL) and 40 kHz LSI for RTC and watchdogs.

Peripheral interconnect uses AHB/APB buses with DMA channel arbitration for concurrent ADC, USART, and SPI transfers. The 12-bit ADC operates across 0–3.6 V input range with dedicated VDDA supply and includes temperature sensor and VREFINT channels calibrated at factory for ±2 °C and ±1.5 % accuracy respectively.

Key Specifications

Pinout & Package

TSSOP20 package: 20-pin thin shrink small-outline package, 0.65 mm pitch, body size 6.4 × 4.4 mm, exposed pad optional, RoHS-compliant ECOPACK®2.

Key Features

Applications

Equivalent & Alternatives

The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar microcontroller applications.

Compared with STM32F030F4P6, the STM32F030K6T6 offers +16 KB Flash and full RTC calendar support at identical footprint; versus STM32F042F4P6, it trades USB capability for lower system cost and simpler layout, making it optimal for non-USB sensor and control nodes.

Availability

STM32F030K6T6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial sensor nodes, smart home actuators, basic HMI keypads, and USB-C power monitors requiring stable component supply, long-term manufacturability, and ECOPACK®2 environmental compliance.

Supply support for STM32F030K6T6 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 ICs, MEMS, and automotive semiconductors since 1987.

The STM32F0 series targets cost-sensitive, resource-constrained embedded applications with Cortex-M0 cores, emphasizing low power, small footprint, and rapid time-to-market for industrial, consumer, and appliance markets.

FAQ

Does STM32F030K6T6 support external crystal oscillators?

Yes, it supports 4–32 MHz high-speed external (HSE) crystals for precise system clock generation and a 32.768 kHz low-speed external (LSE) crystal for RTC operation. Both require external load capacitors per datasheet recommendations - typically 12–22 pF for HSE and 12.5 pF for LSE - and proper PCB layout with short traces and ground guard rings.

What is the maximum operating temperature range for STM32F030K6T6?

The STM32F030K6T6 is rated for industrial temperature range: –40 °C to +85 °C ambient. This is validated across all electrical characteristics including Flash programming, ADC linearity, and I/O drive strength. Operation beyond this range may cause parameter drift or functional failure, and is not guaranteed by STMicroelectronics.

Can the internal 8 MHz RC oscillator be used as system clock without calibration?

Yes, the internal 8 MHz HSI oscillator can serve as system clock source without external components, but its factory-trimmed accuracy is ±1 % over temperature and voltage. For applications requiring tighter timing - such as UART baud rate matching or precise PWM - ST recommends enabling HSI calibration via RCC_CR register or using the PLL with HSE for improved stability.

How many I/O pins on STM32F030K6T6 support external interrupt capability?

All 10 general-purpose I/O pins (PA0–PA9) are individually mappable to external interrupt vectors via EXTI lines. Each pin can trigger rising/falling/both-edge interrupts independently, and priority is managed through NVIC configuration registers - enabling responsive event-driven designs like button presses or sensor alerts without polling overhead.