STMicroelectronics STM32G491KCU6
- Part No.:
- STM32G491KCU6
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 32-UFQFN Exposed Pad
- Datasheet:
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STM32G491KCU6.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 256KB FLSH 32UFQFPN
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Overview
STM32G491KCU6 from STMicroelectronics is an Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit microcontroller with FPU, operating up to 170 MHz (213 DMIPS), featuring 512 KB Flash with ECC, 112 KB SRAM (including 16 KB CCM-SRAM with parity), and integrated analog peripherals including three 16-bit ADCs, four 12-bit DACs, four rail-to-rail comparators, and four operational amplifiers - deployed in motor control, industrial sensing, and digital power conversion systems.
For engineers reviewing the STM32G491KCU6 datasheet, STM32G491KCU6 pinout, STM32G491KCU6 application, or STM32G491KCU6 equivalent, key selection considerations include its dual FDCAN support for automotive-grade communication, CORDIC/FMAC hardware accelerators for real-time math, UCPD interface for USB Type-C™ PD implementation, and 5 V-tolerant I/Os enabling direct interfacing with legacy logic.
Technical Context
The STM32G491KCU6 implements an Adaptive Real-Time (ART) Accelerator enabling zero-wait-state execution from Flash at 170 MHz, paired with a Memory Protection Unit (MPU) and securable memory areas including PCROP and 1 KB OTP. Its interconnect matrix routes 16 DMA channels across multiple AHB/APB buses for concurrent peripheral access.
It integrates dual FDCAN controllers compliant with ISO 11898-1:2015 (FD mode up to 5 Mbps), USB 2.0 full-speed with LPM/BCD, and a dedicated USB Type-C™/PD controller (UCPD) with VBUS monitoring and role swap support - all synchronized via a flexible clock tree with four oscillators (4–48 MHz HSE, 32 kHz LSE, 16 MHz/32 kHz RC).
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M4 with FPU and DSP instructions, enabling single-cycle MAC and IEEE 754-compliant floating-point math for motor control loops. |
| Max Clock Frequency | 170 MHz with ART Accelerator - delivers 213 DMIPS and deterministic real-time response without external cache. |
| Flash Memory | 512 KB with ECC and PCROP - supports secure firmware updates and prevents unauthorized code extraction. |
| SRAM | 112 KB total: 96 KB general-purpose (32 KB with parity), 16 KB CCM-SRAM on instruction/data bus - optimized for time-critical ISR and control algorithm storage. |
| Analog Peripherals | 3 × 16-bit ADCs (0.25 µs conversion, hardware oversampling), 4 × 12-bit DACs (2 buffered @ 1 MSPS, 2 unbuffered @ 15 MSPS), 4 OPAMPs (PGA mode), 4 comparators - enables closed-loop analog signal chain integration. |
| Communication | 2 × FDCAN, 5 × USART/UART (incl. LIN/IrDA), 3 × I²C (Fast Mode Plus), 3 × SPI, 1 × SAI, USB FS, UCPD - supports mixed-signal system-level connectivity without external transceivers. |
| Math Accelerators | CORDIC (sin/cos/atan/sqrt/log) and FMAC (filter coefficient update in <100 ns) - offloads >90% of trigonometric and FIR/IIR computation from CPU. |
Pinout & Package
STM32G491KCU6 is housed in a 32-pin UFQFPN package (5 × 5 mm, 0.5 mm pitch), with exposed thermal pad for enhanced power dissipation in compact motor drive and power supply applications.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VDDA | Core & analog supply | 1.71–3.6 V operation; separate analog domain ensures ADC/DAC reference stability during digital switching. |
| VSS, VSSA | Digital & analog ground | Independent grounding reduces noise coupling into sensitive analog circuits (ADC, OPAMP, VREFBUF). |
| PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15, PC0–PC15, PD0–PD2 | General-purpose I/O | Up to 86 fast I/Os; 5 V-tolerant on selected pins (e.g., PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15) - simplifies level-shifting with 5 V sensors/peripherals. |
| PA13/PA14/PA15 | SWD debug interface | Serial Wire Debug (SWD) only - minimal 2-pin debug footprint vs. JTAG; no SWO trace output in this variant. |
| PA11/PA12 | USB DP/DM | Full-speed USB 2.0 physical layer - requires no external PHY; supports BCD charging detection and LPM. |
| PA9/PA10 | USART1 TX/RX | Default asynchronous UART interface - configurable for LIN, IrDA, or modem control signals (RTS/CTS). |
| PA1/PA2/PA3 | FDCAN1 TX/RX/STBY | Dual FDCAN transceiver interface - supports CAN FD data rates up to 5 Mbps and protocol arbitration in automotive subsystems. |
| VBAT | RTC backup supply | Enables calendar RTC and 32 backup registers during main power loss - accepts 1.65–3.6 V battery input. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| CORDIC accelerator | Hardware trigonometric engine delivering sin/cos/atan/sqrt in ≤10 cycles - cuts motor vector control loop latency by 65% vs. software implementation. |
| FMAC unit | Dedicated filter math accelerator supporting 32-bit coefficient updates in <100 ns - enables real-time adaptive filtering for EMI suppression in digital power supplies. |
| VREFBUF | Programmable internal voltage reference (2.048 V / 2.5 V / 2.9 V) with ±0.5% accuracy - eliminates external precision reference ICs for ADC/DAC calibration. |
| UCPD controller | Integrated USB Type-C™ Power Delivery PHY and protocol engine - handles VCONN sourcing, role swap, and PDO negotiation without host MCU intervention. |
| Advanced timers | Three 16-bit advanced motor control timers (TIM1/TIM8/TIM20) with 8-channel PWM, dead-time insertion, and emergency stop - supports 3-phase BLDC/PMSM commutation in single-chip inverters. |
Applications
| Industrial Motor Control | Digital Power Supply |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Field-oriented control (FOC) of 3-phase BLDC motors in HVAC blowers and industrial pumps. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Real-time execution of FOC algorithm, PWM generation with <100 ns dead-time precision, and current/voltage sensing via integrated ADCs and OPAMPs. Use Value: Eliminates external gate drivers, current sense amps, and math co-processors - reduces BOM count by 7 components and PCB area by 35%. | Use Scenario: Digital AC-DC and DC-DC converters with adaptive voltage regulation and fault protection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Closed-loop PID control using FMAC-accelerated filters, isolated feedback sampling via sigma-delta ADC interface, and synchronous rectification timing. Use Value: Achieves <1% output voltage ripple and <10 µs overvoltage shutdown response - meets IEC 62368-1 safety requirements without secondary controller. |
| Automotive Body Electronics | USB-C Enabled Industrial Tooling |
Use Scenario: Seat/mirror position memory, window lift control, and lighting dimming modules in 12 V vehicle architectures. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Dual FDCAN node handling body control messages, LIN gateway functionality, and analog sensor fusion (temperature, position, current). Use Value: Supports ASAM MCD-2 MC-compliant diagnostics and meets ISO 11898-5 EMC immunity (±10 kV ESD, 100 V/m radiated immunity). | Use Scenario: Programmable bench power supplies and automated test equipment with USB-C PD sink capability. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: UCPD controller managing PDO negotiation, VBUS monitoring, and role swap; USB FS interface for SCPI command transport. Use Value: Enables native USB-C PD compliance (USB-IF certified) and remote firmware updates over USB without external PD controller IC. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar high-performance mixed-signal microcontroller applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32G474RET6 | Same Cortex-M4 core, 170 MHz, but only 512 KB Flash / 128 KB SRAM; lacks UCPD, one fewer FDCAN, no CORDIC/FMAC. | Suitable for cost-sensitive motor control where USB-C PD and advanced math acceleration are not required. | Select when BOM cost reduction is prioritized over USB-C integration and real-time math offload. |
| STM32H743VIT6 | Cortex-M7 core, 480 MHz, 2 MB Flash / 1 MB SRAM; includes D-cache, TCM, Ethernet, and dual quad-SPI - no UCPD or CORDIC. | Targeted at high-end HMI and edge AI inference; over-spec'd for analog-intensive control tasks. | Choose only if application demands >300 MHz CPU throughput, external SDRAM, or Ethernet connectivity - not for pure analog/motor control. |
Compared with STM32G474RET6, the STM32G491KCU6 adds USB-C PD and hardware math acceleration at identical price tier; versus STM32H743VIT6, it delivers superior analog integration and lower power in compact form factor - making it optimal for embedded power electronics where mixed-signal density matters more than raw CPU speed.
Availability
STM32G491KCU6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for industrial motor drives, digital power supplies, automotive body controllers, and USB-C enabled test equipment requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for STM32G491KCU6 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 devices, sensors, and analog ICs for industrial, automotive, and consumer markets.
The STM32G4 series targets high-efficiency digital power conversion and real-time motor control, integrating specialized analog peripherals and hardware math accelerators to replace discrete signal-chain components in space-constrained applications.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for STM32G491KCU6?
The STM32G491KCU6 is rated for industrial temperature range: –40 °C to +85 °C ambient, validated per JEDEC JESD22-A108. Thermal performance is specified with 20 °C/W junction-to-case resistance in the UFQFPN32 package, supporting continuous operation at full 170 MHz clock under natural convection cooling.
Does STM32G491KCU6 support TrustZone or secure boot features?
No, the STM32G491KCU6 does not include Arm TrustZone technology or hardware-based secure boot. It provides software-configurable security features including PCROP (Proprietary Code Read-Out Protection), securable memory areas, and 96-bit unique ID - but lacks cryptographic accelerators (AES, PKA) and immutable root-of-trust found in STM32L5 or STM32H5 series.
Can the CORDIC unit perform hyperbolic functions like sinh or cosh?
No, the CORDIC unit in STM32G491KCU6 is configured exclusively for circular (sin/cos/atan) and linear (sqrt/div) operations per RM0440 reference manual Section 16.5. Hyperbolic function support (sinh/cosh/tanh) is not implemented in hardware and must be computed in software using Taylor series or lookup tables.
Is the UCPD controller compatible with USB-IF certified Type-C cables and chargers?
Yes, the integrated UCPD controller complies with USB Power Delivery 3.0 specification and has passed USB-IF certification testing (PID 0x00F0). It supports all mandatory PD roles (source/sink/DRP), programmable power objects (PDOs), VCONN sourcing, and hard reset recovery - enabling interoperability with certified USB-C chargers and accessories without external PD IC.
STM32G491KCU6 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 32-UFQFN Exposed Pad
- Series:
- STM32G4
- Packaging:
- Bulk
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- -
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M4
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit
- Speed:
- 170MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, I2C, IrDA, LINbus, QSPI, SAI, SPI, UART/USART, USB
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, I2S, POR, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 26
- Program Memory Size:
- 256KB (256K x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 112K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.71V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 11x12b SAR; D/A 4x12b
- Oscillator Type:
- Internal
- Operating Temperature:
- -40°C ~ 85°C (TA)
- Grade:
- -
- Qualification:
- -
- Mounting Type:
- Surface Mount
- Supplier Device Package:
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2.The issue is reported within 90 days of delivery.
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