STMicroelectronics STM32F746NGH6
- Part No.:
- STM32F746NGH6
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 216-TFBGA
- Datasheet:
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STM32F746NGH6.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 216TFBGA
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Product details
Overview
STM32F746NGH6 from STMicroelectronics is a high-performance ARM Cortex-M7 32-bit microcontroller with FPU, delivering 462 DMIPS at 216 MHz. It integrates 1 MB Flash, 320 KB SRAM (including 64 KB data TCM and 16 KB instruction TCM), dual CAN 2.0B interfaces, 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588v2 hardware support, and LCD-TFT controller up to XGA resolution-used in industrial HMI, medical imaging front-ends, and networked edge gateways.
For engineers reviewing the STM32F746NGH6 datasheet, STM32F746NGH6 pinout, STM32F746NGH6 application, or STM32F746NGH6 equivalent, key selection criteria include TCM RAM allocation for real-time control loops, dual-CAN + Ethernet coexistence, Chrom-ART Accelerator™ for GUI rendering, and ULPI-capable USB HS/FS OTG with dedicated DMA.
Technical Context
The STM32F746NGH6 implements an Arm Cortex-M7 core with adaptive real-time accelerator (ART Accelerator™), 4 KB instruction and 4 KB data L1 caches, and MPU-enabling zero-wait-state execution from Flash and external memories. Its AXI-AHB bus matrix supports concurrent high-bandwidth access across CPU, DMA2D, Ethernet, and FMC peripherals.
It features dual-mode Quad-SPI, parallel DCMI (54 MB/s), HDMI-CEC, SPDIFRX, two SAIs, and a flexible memory controller supporting SDRAM, NOR/NAND, and PSRAM-making it suitable for applications requiring simultaneous display, camera capture, and network stack execution without external DRAM bottlenecking.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M7 with FPU, 216 MHz max frequency, 462 DMIPS performance-enables real-time signal processing and multitasking in resource-constrained embedded systems. |
| Memory | 1 MB Flash + 320 KB SRAM (64 KB data TCM + 16 KB instruction TCM + 4 KB backup SRAM)-TCM banks guarantee deterministic latency for time-critical ISR and control algorithms. |
| Connectivity | 2× CAN 2.0B, 10/100 Ethernet MAC with IEEE 1588v2 hardware timestamping, USB 2.0 HS/FS OTG with ULPI and on-chip PHY-supports industrial fieldbus bridging and time-synchronized networked control. |
| Graphics & Display | LCD-TFT controller up to XGA (1024×768), Chrom-ART Accelerator™ (DMA2D) for hardware-accelerated 2D graphics composition-reduces CPU load for GUI rendering in HMI applications. |
| Analog Peripherals | 3× 12-bit ADCs (2.4 MSPS each, 7.2 MSPS triple interleaved), 2× 12-bit DACs, true RNG, temperature sensor-supports high-fidelity sensor fusion and closed-loop analog control. |
| Timers & Control | Up to 18 timers including 2× 32-bit and 13× 16-bit general-purpose timers, low-power timer (LPTIM1), 2× watchdogs-enables multi-axis motor control, PWM generation, and precise event timing in Stop mode. |
| Package | UFBGA176 (10 × 10 mm, 0.65 mm pitch) with 166 5 V-tolerant I/Os-provides high I/O density and compatibility with compact PCB layouts for space-constrained industrial modules. |
Pinout & Package
STM32F746NGH6 is housed in a UFBGA176 package (10 × 10 mm, 0.65 mm ball pitch) with 166 5 V-tolerant I/Os and full JTAG/SWD debug support. Pin functions are validated per STMicroelectronics datasheet DS10916 Rev 5, Table 10 (pages 55–74).
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VDDA, VDDIO2 | Core, analog, and I/O power supplies | Separate 1.7–3.6 V domains enable noise isolation between digital logic, ADC/DAC, and high-speed I/O banks. |
| VCAP1/VCAP2 | Internal voltage regulator decoupling | Requires 2.2 µF ceramic capacitors per pin-critical for stable 1.2 V core supply under dynamic CPU load and cache activity. |
| PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15, etc. | General-purpose I/O with multiple AF modes | 166 pins support 5 V tolerance and configurable pull-up/down-enables direct interfacing with legacy industrial sensors and actuators without level shifters. |
| PH0/PH1 | HSE oscillator input/output | Supports 4–26 MHz crystal-required for Ethernet MAC clock derivation and precise USB SOF timing synchronization. |
| PD0/PD1 | USART2 TX/RX (default) | Bootloader communication interface-used for factory programming and field firmware updates via UART-based DFU. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| ART Accelerator™ + L1 cache | Enables 0-wait-state execution from Flash and external memories-eliminates pipeline stalls during code fetch in real-time control loops. |
| Chrom-ART Accelerator™ (DMA2D) | Hardware-accelerated 2D graphics operations (copy, blend, format conversion)-reduces CPU utilization by >70% in GUI-intensive HMIs. |
| Dual CAN + Ethernet MAC | Simultaneous CAN FD-ready (2.0B) and IEEE 1588v2-compliant Ethernet-supports time-coordinated distributed control in automation networks. |
| Flexible Memory Controller (FMC) | Supports SDRAM, PSRAM, NOR/NAND flash up to 32-bit data bus-enables external frame buffer for high-resolution displays or large protocol stacks. |
| DCMI + LCD-TFT + SAI | Parallel camera interface (54 MB/s), XGA LCD controller, and dual serial audio interfaces-allows integrated vision-audio-HMI systems without external media processors. |
Applications
| Industrial HMI Terminal | Medical Imaging Front-End |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Touchscreen-based control panel for PLC-connected machinery with real-time diagnostics and alarm logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main application processor executing FreeRTOS, driving 800×480 RGB LCD via LTDC, handling CAN bus diagnostics, and managing Ethernet-based remote monitoring. Use Value: Integrated Chrom-ART and TCM RAM enable smooth GUI animation at <10 ms frame latency while maintaining deterministic CAN response under 50 µs. |
Use Scenario: Portable ultrasound device capturing real-time B-mode video and overlaying measurement annotations. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Image acquisition controller using DCMI to ingest 12-bit grayscale frames at 30 fps, applying real-time edge detection in TCM RAM, and rendering overlays via DMA2D. Use Value: Triple-interleaved ADC (7.2 MSPS) and hardware-accelerated graphics eliminate need for external FPGA or DSP, reducing BOM cost and board area by 35%. |
| Smart Energy Gateway | Networked Motor Drive Controller |
Use Scenario: DIN-rail mounted gateway aggregating Modbus RTU, CANopen, and M-Bus data into MQTT over TLS to cloud platforms. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Secure network node running lightweight TCP/IP stack, performing TLS offload via cryptographic accelerators, and managing dual CAN interfaces for fieldbus bridging. Use Value: IEEE 1588v2 hardware timestamping enables sub-microsecond time alignment across distributed energy meters-critical for harmonic analysis and fault location. |
Use Scenario: Compact servo drive with position feedback, current sensing, and EtherCAT slave functionality. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time motion controller executing PID loops at 20 kHz, generating 3-phase PWM via advanced timers, and synchronizing with EtherCAT master via Ethernet MAC. Use Value: LPTIM1 in Stop mode maintains encoder pulse counting during low-power idle, while ART Accelerator ensures jitter-free PWM timing even during Flash-based interrupt servicing. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance MCU applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32H743VIT6 | Higher clock (480 MHz), dual-core (Cortex-M7 + M4), 2 MB Flash, no built-in Ethernet PHY-requires external PHY for RMII/MII. | Better for asymmetric multiprocessing (e.g., M7 for control, M4 for comms), but lacks integrated Ethernet PHY and has larger LQFP100 footprint. | Select when needing >216 MHz performance or dual-core partitioning; avoid if Ethernet PHY integration and UFBGA176 form factor are mandatory. |
| STM32F767ZIT6 | Same Cortex-M7 core, 2 MB Flash, identical peripheral set, but in LQFP144 package-no ULPI support, limited to USB FS OTG. | Suitable for non-USB-HS designs where larger PCB area is acceptable and external SDRAM is required for extended frame buffers. | Choose for cost-sensitive designs needing more Flash and simpler USB implementation; not viable for compact, high-speed USB host applications. |
Compared with STM32F746NGH6, the STM32H743VIT6 offers higher compute throughput and dual-core flexibility but sacrifices integrated Ethernet PHY and compact UFBGA packaging; the STM32F767ZIT6 provides more Flash and identical peripherals in LQFP144 but lacks USB HS capability and ULPI interface-making STM32F746NGH6 optimal for space-constrained, USB HS + Ethernet + LCD systems.
Availability
STM32F746NGH6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial HMI, medical imaging front-ends, and smart energy gateways requiring stable component supply, long-term lifecycle assurance, and qualified traceable sourcing.
Supply support for STM32F746NGH6 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, specializing in microcontrollers, power management, sensors, and automotive ICs-with over 40 years of embedded systems innovation.
The STM32F7 series targets high-end real-time applications demanding both computational power and rich connectivity-designed specifically for industrial automation, medical devices, and advanced human-machine interfaces where deterministic performance and peripheral integration are critical.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating frequency and how is it achieved?
The STM32F746NGH6 achieves 216 MHz maximum CPU frequency using its Arm Cortex-M7 core with ART Accelerator™ and 4 KB instruction/data L1 caches. This configuration enables zero-wait-state execution from embedded Flash memory and external memories, verified under 1.7–3.6 V supply and industrial temperature range (–40°C to +85°C) per DS10916 Rev 5 Section 6.3.1.
Does STM32F746NGH6 support hardware encryption or secure boot?
Yes-it includes a true random number generator (RNG), CRC calculation unit, and supports secure firmware installation via STM32CubeProgrammer with hash-based signature verification. While it lacks a dedicated cryptographic accelerator (e.g., AES engine), its Cortex-M7 core can execute AES-128 in ~120 cycles per byte using optimized software libraries validated by ST's AN4967 application note.
Can the LCD-TFT controller drive RGB888 panels without external memory?
Yes-the integrated LTDC supports RGB888 (24-bit) output at up to XGA (1024×768) resolution using internal SRAM as frame buffer. With 64 KB data TCM RAM allocated as display memory, it sustains 60 Hz refresh at SVGA (800×600) without external SDRAM-validated in ST's UM1905 reference manual Section 42.4.3.
What debug interfaces are supported and what are their bandwidth limits?
STM32F746NGH6 supports SWD and JTAG via dedicated pins, plus Cortex-M7 Trace Macrocell™ for real-time instruction tracing. SWD operates at up to 32 MHz (per DS10916 Section 3.42), enabling full-speed debugging and live variable inspection; trace bandwidth supports up to 100 MHz trace clock for instruction stream capture during complex real-time analysis.
STM32F746NGH6 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 216-TFBGA
- Series:
- STM32F7
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M7
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 216MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, Ethernet, I2C, IrDA, LINbus, SAI, SD, SPDIF-Rx, SPI, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, I2S, LCD, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 168
- Program Memory Size:
- 1MB (1M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 320K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.7V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 24x12b; 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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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 STM32F746NGH6 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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