STMicroelectronics STM32F217VET6
- Part No.:
- STM32F217VET6
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 100-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
STM32F217VET6.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 512KB FLASH 100LQFP
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Product details
Overview
STM32F217VET6 from STMicroelectronics is a high-performance ARM® Cortex®-M3 microcontroller with 120 MHz CPU, 512 KB Flash, 128+4 KB SRAM, hardware crypto acceleration (AES-256, SHA-1), and dual USB OTG (FS/HS) + 10/100 Ethernet MAC - deployed in industrial gateways requiring secure, real-time connectivity and camera interface support.
For engineers reviewing the STM32F217VET6 datasheet, STM32F217VET6 pinout, STM32F217VET6 application, or STM32F217VET6 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 144-pin LQFP package, triple 12-bit ADCs (6 MSPS interleaved), DCMI camera interface (48 MB/s), IEEE 1588v2 Ethernet timing, and cryptographic RNG for secure boot and firmware signing.
Technical Context
The STM32F217VET6 integrates an Adaptive Real-time Accelerator (ART™) enabling zero-wait-state execution from Flash at 120 MHz, coupled with a multi-AHB bus matrix for concurrent access to Flash, SRAM, and peripherals including Ethernet DMA and USB HS dedicated DMA.
Its clock system combines four oscillators (HSE 4–26 MHz, HSI 16 MHz, LSE 32.768 kHz, LSI 37 kHz), dual PLLs (main PLL + audio PLLI2S), and programmable prescalers to drive independent APB1/APB2 domains - supporting simultaneous high-speed communication (USB HS, Ethernet, CAN) and precision analog acquisition (triple ADC, DAC).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-M3 @ 120 MHz; delivers 150 DMIPS with ART Accelerator for deterministic real-time code execution from Flash. |
| Memory | 512 KB Flash + 128 KB SRAM + 4 KB backup SRAM; supports secure firmware storage and low-power RTC context retention. |
| Analog Peripherals | 3 × 12-bit ADCs (24 channels, 6 MSPS interleaved) + 2 × 12-bit DACs; enables simultaneous motor current sensing and analog output control. |
| Connectivity | Dual USB OTG (FS + HS with ULPI), 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588v2 hardware timestamping, 2× CAN 2.0B, SDIO, DCMI (48 MB/s parallel camera). |
| Crypto Engine | Hardware AES-128/192/256, Triple DES, MD5/SHA-1 hash, and analog true RNG; accelerates TLS handshake and secure firmware update without CPU overhead. |
| Package & I/O | LQFP100 (14 × 14 mm); 82 fast I/Os (60 MHz), 84 5 V-tolerant pins, and flexible remappable alternate functions per pin. |
Pinout & Package
LQFP100 package (14 × 14 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) with exposed thermal pad; 100-pin square-outline leaded package optimized for industrial PCB assembly and thermal dissipation in embedded gateways.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VSS | Power supply / Ground | Core and I/O power rails (1.8–3.6 V); separate VCAP1/VCAP2 pins require external 2.2 µF ceramic capacitors for internal regulator stability. |
| PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15, etc. | General-purpose I/O | Up to 82 GPIOs support multiple alternate functions (USART, SPI, I2C, CAN, TIM, ADC); all 5 V-tolerant except analog inputs. |
| PH0/PH1 | HSE oscillator input/output | Connects to 4–26 MHz crystal; essential for Ethernet MAC and USB HS clock synchronization and IEEE 1588 timing accuracy. |
| PC10/PC11/PC12/PD2 | SDIO interface | Direct SD/SDIO/MMC host interface with 4-bit data bus; enables local firmware update via removable media without external controller. |
| PD3–PD10 | DCMI parallel camera | 8-bit data + VSYNC/HSYNC/PCLK interface; supports 48 MB/s capture for VGA@30 fps or QVGA@60 fps in machine vision edge nodes. |
| PA11/PA12 | USB FS D+/D− | Integrated full-speed PHY; enables USB device/host/OTG operation without external transceiver for HID, CDC, or mass storage applications. |
| PA13/PA14/PA15 | SWD debug | Serial Wire Debug interface (2-pin); provides non-intrusive real-time debugging and flash programming in space-constrained designs. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| ART Accelerator™ | Eliminates Flash wait states at 120 MHz, enabling deterministic interrupt latency (<12 cycles) for real-time PLC and motion control loops. |
| Flexible Static Memory Controller (FSMC) | Direct interface to NOR/NAND/PSRAM/CompactFlash; supports external display buffers or FPGA co-processor memory mapping. |
| IEEE 1588v2 Hardware Timestamping | Sub-microsecond precision on Ethernet MAC RX/TX frames; enables precise time-synchronized I/O across distributed industrial controllers. |
| Triple Interleaved ADC Mode | 6 MSPS aggregate sampling rate across three 12-bit ADCs; captures synchronized voltage/current/temperature in motor drives without external multiplexing. |
| Backup Domain Resources | 20 × 32-bit registers + 4 KB SRAM powered by VBAT; retains critical calibration data and security keys during main power loss. |
Applications
| Industrial Gateway | Secure Edge Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Protocol translation between Modbus RTU field devices and cloud MQTT over Ethernet/WiFi. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central MCU managing dual CAN buses, Ethernet MAC, crypto engine, and real-time task scheduling. Use Value: Integrated IEEE 1588v2 and hardware AES enable time-coordinated data logging and encrypted OTA firmware updates without external ICs. | Use Scenario: Tamper-resistant sensor aggregator with camera-based anomaly detection in remote infrastructure. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure boot root-of-trust, DCMI image capture, SHA-1 signature verification, and VBAT-backed event logging. Use Value: On-chip RNG and crypto accelerators reduce BOM cost and attack surface versus discrete security IC + MCU solutions. |
| Machine Vision Terminal | Networked Motor Drive |
Use Scenario: Low-latency image preprocessing (edge filtering, ROI extraction) before sending JPEG frames over Ethernet. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: High-speed DCMI interface + DMA + Cortex-M3 DSP instructions executing real-time vision algorithms. Use Value: 48 MB/s parallel camera bandwidth and 120 MHz CPU sustain 640×480@30 fps capture with onboard frame buffering in SRAM. | Use Scenario: Closed-loop servo control with synchronized current sensing, PWM generation, and EtherCAT slave interface. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Triple ADC interleaving for simultaneous phase current sampling, 120 MHz TIM8 for 100 ns PWM resolution, and Ethernet MAC for real-time motion commands. Use Value: Deterministic timing from ART Accelerator and hardware timer quadrature decoding ensures sub-microsecond position feedback loop closure. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance MCU applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32F427VIT6 | Higher CPU (168 MHz), larger Flash (2 MB), no hardware SHA-1 or IEEE 1588v2; adds FPU and Chrom-ART accelerator. | Better for floating-point math (motor FOC, FFT), but lacks native 1588 timestamping required for TSN-compliant industrial networks. | Select when computational throughput > protocol timing precision; verify external 1588 implementation if needed. |
| STM32H743VIT6 | Cortex-M7 core (480 MHz), dual-core option, no DCMI, no USB HS PHY; adds DSI, JPEG codec, and enhanced crypto (AES-GCM). | Targeted at high-res HMI and AI inference; lacks parallel camera interface and integrated USB HS PHY required for legacy camera modules. | Choose for advanced graphics or ML edge inference; avoid if DCMI or USB HS transceiver integration is mandatory. |
Compared with STM32F427VIT6 and STM32H743VIT6, the STM32F217VET6 uniquely balances 120 MHz deterministic performance, IEEE 1588v2 hardware, DCMI, and USB HS PHY in a single LQFP100 package - making it optimal for time-critical industrial gateways where protocol coexistence and camera integration outweigh raw FPU throughput.
Availability
STM32F217VET6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial gateways, secure edge nodes, machine vision terminals, and networked motor drives requiring stable component supply across extended product lifecycles.
Supply support for STM32F217VET6 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, specializing in microcontrollers, power management, sensors, and automotive ICs with strong industrial and embedded market focus.
The STM32F2 series targets high-end industrial applications demanding real-time performance, advanced connectivity (Ethernet, USB HS, CAN), and hardware security - bridging the gap between mainstream and premium Cortex-M MCUs.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency of the STM32F217VET6 CPU?
The STM32F217VET6 features an ARM Cortex-M3 core rated for up to 120 MHz operation. This frequency is achievable with zero wait states using the ART Accelerator™ when executing from Flash memory, delivering 150 DMIPS performance as confirmed in ST's production datasheet (DocID17050 Rev 13, Section 3.1).
Does the STM32F217VET6 support IEEE 1588 Precision Time Protocol?
Yes - the integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC includes hardware timestamping compliant with IEEE 1588v2, enabling sub-microsecond packet timing accuracy for time-sensitive networking in industrial automation systems, as specified in Section 3.26 of the official datasheet.
What camera interfaces does the STM32F217VET6 provide?
The STM32F217VET6 includes a dedicated 8- to 14-bit parallel Digital Camera Interface (DCMI) supporting up to 48 MB/s data rate, compatible with common CMOS image sensors (e.g., OV7670, MT9V034). It features hardware synchronization (VSYNC/HSYNC/PCLK) and DMA-driven frame capture, detailed in Section 3.31.
Is the STM32F217VET6 pin-compatible with other STM32F2xx variants?
No - the STM32F217VET6 uses a 100-pin LQFP package (V suffix), while other members like STM32F217ZGT6 use 144-pin LQFP (Z) or UFBGA176 (I). Pinouts differ significantly across packages; migration requires PCB redesign and signal reassignment per Table 7 and Section 4 of the datasheet.
STM32F217VET6 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 100-LQFP
- Series:
- STM32F2
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M3
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 120MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, Ethernet, I2C, IrDA, LINbus, Memory Card, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, I2S, LCD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 82
- Program Memory Size:
- 512KB (512K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 132K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.8V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 16x12b; D/A 2x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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7.What is the process for return or replacement of STM32F217VET6?
All STM32F217VET6 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with STM32F217VET6, returns or replacements are accepted under the following conditions:
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.
3.The STM32F217VET6 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for STM32F217VET6:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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