STMicroelectronics STM32F217ZET7
- Part No.:
- STM32F217ZET7
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 144-LQFP
- Datasheet:
-
STM32F217ZET7.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 512KB FLASH 144LQFP
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Product details
Overview
STM32F217ZET7 from STMicroelectronics is a high-performance ARM® Cortex®-M3 microcontroller featuring 120 MHz CPU operation, 512 KB Flash, 128+4 KB SRAM, hardware AES/SHA cryptographic acceleration, and integrated 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588v2 support - deployed in industrial gateways requiring secure, real-time networked control.
For engineers reviewing the STM32F217ZET7 datasheet, STM32F217ZET7 pinout, STM32F217ZET7 application, or STM32F217ZET7 equivalent, key selection criteria include dual USB OTG (FS + HS), triple 12-bit ADCs (6 MSPS interleaved), 2× CAN 2.0B, parallel camera interface (DCMI), and 140 I/Os with 5 V tolerance - all within LQFP144 package constraints.
Technical Context
The STM32F217ZET7 implements an ARM Cortex-M3 core with Adaptive Real-time Accelerator (ART™) enabling zero-wait-state execution from Flash at 120 MHz, delivering 150 DMIPS. Its multi-AHB bus matrix concurrently serves CPU, DMA, and peripherals including Ethernet MAC and USB OTG HS/FS controllers.
It integrates dual USB PHYs (on-chip FS + ULPI-capable HS), dedicated Ethernet DMA with MII/RMII, flexible static memory controller (FSMC) for NOR/NAND/PSRAM, and a 8–14-bit parallel DCMI supporting up to 48 MB/s image capture - all managed under a unified NVIC with 84 interrupt channels.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | ARM Cortex-M3 @ 120 MHz, 150 DMIPS, ART Accelerator for 0-wait-state Flash execution |
| Memory | 512 KB Flash + 512 B OTP + 128 KB SRAM + 4 KB backup SRAM, with FSMC supporting NAND/NOR/PSRAM |
| Analog Peripherals | 3 × 12-bit ADCs (24-channel, 6 MSPS triple interleaved), 2 × 12-bit DACs, temperature sensor, RNG |
| Connectivity | 2× CAN 2.0B, 4× USART/2× UART, 3× SPI/I²S, 3× I²C, SDIO, USB OTG FS + HS, 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588v2 |
| Timers & I/O | 17 timers (12× 16-bit, 2× 32-bit, 2× basic, 2× advanced), 140 GPIOs (138× 5 V-tolerant, 136× 60 MHz) |
| Security & Crypto | Hardware AES-128/192/256, Triple DES, MD5/SHA-1 hash, 96-bit unique ID, CRC calculation unit |
| Package | LQFP144 (20 × 20 mm), 144-pin, 0.5 mm pitch, RoHS-compliant, rated for –40°C to +105°C |
Pinout & Package
LQFP144 package with 20 × 20 mm body, 0.5 mm lead pitch, and exposed thermal pad. Pin count: 144 leads. Operating ambient temperature range: –40°C to +105°C. Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL): 3.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD/VSS | Power supply / Ground | Dual 1.8–3.6 V core/I/O rails; VCAP1/VCAP2 decoupling required for internal regulator stability |
| PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15, etc. | General-purpose I/O | 140 total GPIOs; 138 support 5 V tolerance; configurable as AF, EXTI, or analog inputs |
| PH0/PH1 | HSE oscillator input/output | 4–26 MHz external crystal connection; essential for precise clocking of USB/Ethernet/RTC |
| PC11–PC12, PD0–PD7 | Ethernet MAC interface | MII/RMII signals (TXD0–TXD3, RXD0–RXD3, TX_EN, CRS_DV, REF_CLK); requires impedance-controlled PCB routing |
| PA11/PA12, PB14/PB15 | USB OTG FS/HS physical layer | PA11/PA12 = FS D+/D−; PB14/PB15 = HS ULPI data bus; separate PHY domains require independent layout rules |
| PD3–PD12 | DCMI parallel camera interface | 8–14-bit data bus (D0–D13), VSYNC/HSYNC/PCLK - supports 48 MB/s throughput for real-time imaging |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| ART Accelerator™ | Eliminates Flash wait states at 120 MHz, enabling deterministic real-time code execution without RAM shadowing |
| Dedicated Ethernet DMA | Offloads CPU from packet buffering and descriptor management; enables <10 µs interrupt latency for time-critical frames |
| Triple ADC interleaving | 6 MSPS aggregate sampling across three 12-bit ADCs - sufficient for synchronized multi-sensor acquisition (e.g., motor phase currents) |
| Hardware crypto engine | AES-256 encryption/decryption in <100 cycles per block; SHA-1 hashing at 12 MB/s - accelerates TLS stack and firmware signing |
| Flexible static memory controller | Supports NAND flash with ECC, PSRAM for extended buffer space, and NOR for XIP execution - simplifies HMI and gateway storage architecture |
Applications
| Industrial Ethernet Gateway | Secure Remote HMI Terminal |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Protocol translation between Modbus TCP, EtherNet/IP, and fieldbus devices in factory automation. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central application processor managing dual Ethernet ports, crypto-secured OTA updates, and real-time task scheduling via NVIC. Use Value: IEEE 1588v2 hardware timestamping enables sub-microsecond synchronization across distributed PLCs without external timing hardware. |
Use Scenario: Touch-based operator interface with encrypted cloud telemetry and local data logging on SDIO-connected eMMC. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Graphics-capable MCU driving 800×480 LCD via FSMC while handling TLS 1.2 handshakes using hardware AES/SHA. Use Value: Integrated 2× CAN + 3× USART allows concurrent connection to drives, sensors, and legacy panels - reducing BOM by eliminating protocol bridge ICs. |
| Networked Video Surveillance Node | Smart Energy Meter with Grid Communication |
Use Scenario: Edge camera node capturing MJPEG streams from CMOS sensor and forwarding over Ethernet/WAN. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: DCMI interface ingests raw Bayer data at 48 MB/s; hardware JPEG encoder (via firmware) compresses frames before Ethernet DMA transmission. Use Value: Parallel DCMI + dedicated Ethernet DMA eliminates external frame buffer SRAM - cutting cost and PCB area vs. SoC-based solutions. |
Use Scenario: Revenue-grade meter communicating via PRIME/IEEE 1901.2 over LV powerline and cellular fallback. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual CAN + SDIO + crypto engine enables secure firmware updates, tamper-proof logging, and PLC modem interfacing. Use Value: Hardware RNG and unique 96-bit ID meet IEC 62056-21 and DLMS/COSEM security requirements for utility-grade authentication. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance ARM Cortex-M3 microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32F407VGT6 | Higher clock (168 MHz), FPU, no hardware crypto, same LQFP100 pinout but different peripheral mapping (no DCMI, no Ethernet MAC) | Lacks integrated Ethernet and camera interface; requires external PHY and FPGA/ASIC for vision processing | Select when floating-point math dominates and network/camera features are offloaded externally |
| STM32H743ZIT6 | Cortex-M7 @ 480 MHz, dual-core option, crypto, Ethernet, DCMI, but larger LQFP144 footprint with different power sequencing and higher VDDA requirements | Supports richer GUIs and AI inference (CMSIS-NN), but increases BOM cost and thermal design complexity | Choose for next-gen gateways needing >2× performance headroom and future-proof peripheral scalability |
Compared with STM32F217ZET7, STM32F407VGT6 trades integrated connectivity for raw compute and FPU, while STM32H743ZIT6 delivers architectural uplift at higher cost and design effort - making the F217 optimal for cost-sensitive, feature-complete industrial edge nodes.
Availability
STM32F217ZET7 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial gateways, secure HMIs, networked video nodes, and smart energy meters requiring stable component supply across long-lifecycle deployments.
Supply support for STM32F217ZET7 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, sensors, and automotive semiconductors since 1987.
The STM32F2 series targets industrial and networking applications demanding robust real-time performance, cryptographic security, and rich connectivity - bridging the gap between general-purpose MCUs and application-specific SoCs.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature for STM32F217ZET7?
The STM32F217ZET7 is qualified for industrial temperature range: –40°C to +105°C ambient. This rating applies to the full LQFP144 package variant and is validated per JEDEC JESD22-A108. Thermal derating begins above 85°C ambient when operating at maximum CPU frequency and peripheral load.
Does STM32F217ZET7 support USB device, host, and OTG simultaneously?
No - the STM32F217ZET7 supports USB OTG FS and USB OTG HS as two independent controllers, each capable of device/host/OTG roles, but only one can be active at a time. The FS and HS PHYs cannot operate concurrently due to shared system resources and clock domain constraints.
How many Ethernet MAC instances does STM32F217ZET7 integrate?
The STM32F217ZET7 integrates exactly one 10/100 Ethernet MAC with dedicated DMA, supporting both MII and RMII physical layer interfaces. It does not include dual MAC or switch functionality - external PHY (e.g., LAN8720A) is required for physical layer connectivity.
Is the DCMI interface on STM32F217ZET7 compatible with MIPI CSI-2 sensors?
No - the DCMI is a parallel 8–14-bit synchronous interface (D0–D13, HSYNC, VSYNC, PCLK) and lacks native MIPI CSI-2 support. Interfacing with MIPI sensors requires an external bridge IC (e.g., TC358743) to convert CSI-2 to parallel format before connection to DCMI pins.
STM32F217ZET7 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 144-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:
- 114
- 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 24x12b; D/A 2x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 105°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 STM32F217ZET7?
All STM32F217ZET7 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with STM32F217ZET7, 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 STM32F217ZET7 part is unused and in its original packaging.
Return procedure for STM32F217ZET7:
1.Submit a request within 90 days.
2.Obtain a Return Material Authorization (RMA) from Aetrix.
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