STMicroelectronics STM32L496QGI6
- Part No.:
- STM32L496QGI6
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Category:
- Microcontrollers
- Package:
- 132-UFBGA
- Datasheet:
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STM32L496QGI6.pdf
- Description:
- IC MCU 32BIT 1MB FLASH 132UFBGA
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Product details
Overview
STM32L496QGI6 from STMicroelectronics is an ultra-low-power Arm® Cortex®-M4 32-bit MCU with FPU, operating up to 80 MHz (100 DMIPS), featuring 1 MB flash, 320 KB SRAM, USB OTG FS, hardware SHA-256 accelerator, and integrated SMPS support. It targets battery-powered IoT edge nodes, portable medical sensors, and energy-harvesting gateways requiring sub-µA standby operation and real-time audio processing.
For engineers reviewing the STM32L496QGI6 datasheet, STM32L496QGI6 pinout, STM32L496QGI6 application, or STM32L496QGI6 equivalent, key selection criteria include its 2.86 µA Stop 2 mode with RTC, dual-bank read-while-write flash, Chrom-ART Accelerator for GUI rendering, and dual CAN 2.0B interfaces for industrial fieldbus integration.
Technical Context
The device integrates an Adaptive Real-Time (ART) Accelerator enabling zero-wait-state execution from flash at 80 MHz, coupled with a memory protection unit (MPU) and interconnect matrix for deterministic peripheral arbitration. Its power architecture supports both internal LDO and external SMPS (achieving 37 µA/MHz run efficiency), with five low-power modes including Shutdown (25 nA) and Standby with RTC (426 nA).
Peripherals include two SAI interfaces for I²S/TDM audio streaming, four I²C FM+ ports (1 Mbit/s), six USART/LPUARTs with LIN/IrDA/ISO 7816 support, and a 14-channel DMA controller with dedicated channels for ADC, DAC, and DFSDM. The analog subsystem features three 12-bit ADCs (5 Msps), two 12-bit DACs, two op-amps with PGA, and two ultra-low-power comparators - all with independent supply domains.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value and Actual Design Meaning |
|---|---|
| CPU Core | Arm Cortex-M4 with FPU, 80 MHz max, 100 DMIPS - enables real-time DSP algorithms and floating-point sensor fusion without external coprocessor. |
| Flash Memory | 1 MB dual-bank, read-while-write - allows seamless firmware updates via bootloader without halting application execution. |
| SRAM | 320 KB total, including 64 KB with hardware parity - supports large buffer handling for audio/video pipelines while ensuring data integrity. |
| Low-Power Run | 37 µA/MHz (SMPS mode) - extends battery life in always-on sensing applications by >2× vs. LDO-only operation. |
| USB Interface | USB OTG FS with Link Power Management (LPM) and Battery Charging Detection (BCD) - enables direct connection to host PCs or charging adapters without external PHY. |
| Crypto Acceleration | Hardware SHA-256 (HASH) engine - offloads secure boot verification and TLS handshake operations, reducing CPU load by ~90% vs. software implementation. |
| Timers | 16 timers including 2x advanced motor-control (TIM1/TIM8), 2x low-power (LPTIM1/LPTIM2) - supports precise PWM generation and wake-up from Stop mode in <5 µs. |
| Analog Peripherals | 3× 12-bit ADCs (5 Msps), 2× DACs, 2× op-amps, 2× comparators - enables simultaneous multi-sensor acquisition and closed-loop analog control in compact designs. |
Pinout & Package
STM32L496QGI6 uses a UFBGA132 (7 × 7 mm, 0.4 mm pitch) package with 112 user I/Os - 100 of which are 5 V-tolerant, and up to 14 support independent VDDIO2 down to 1.08 V for interfacing with low-voltage peripherals.
| Pin/Terminal | Circuit Role | Design Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| VDD, VSS | Main power supply and ground | Supports 1.71–3.6 V operation; decoupling required per STM32L4 layout guidelines to maintain SMPS stability. |
| VDDA, VSSA | Analog domain supply and ground | Must be filtered separately to ensure <1 LSB noise on 12-bit ADC/DAC conversions. |
| PA0–PA15, PB0–PB15, etc. | General-purpose I/Os | Configurable as GPIO, AF functions (e.g., USART1_TX on PA9), or event inputs; most tolerate 5 V even when VDD = 1.8 V. |
| PC13–PC15 | RTC-related pins | PC13 = RTC_OUT, PC14/PC15 = LSE crystal oscillator - critical for calendar accuracy and tamper detection in security-critical logging. |
| PA11/PA12 | USB OTG FS D+/D− | Dedicated full-speed USB transceiver with internal pull-ups - eliminates need for external USB PHY or termination resistors. |
| PD0/PD1 | OSC_IN/OSC_OUT | 4–48 MHz HSE crystal interface - used for high-precision timing in audio clock recovery or CAN bit-rate synchronization. |
Key Features
| Feature | Design Value |
|---|---|
| FlexPowerControl architecture | Enables 25 nA Shutdown mode with 5 wakeup pins - ideal for wake-on-event sensor hubs where microamp quiescent current is mandatory. |
| Chrom-ART Accelerator (DMA2D) | Offloads 2D graphics composition (e.g., alpha blending, color format conversion) from CPU - reduces GUI rendering latency by 4× in embedded displays. |
| Batch Acquisition Mode (BAM) | Allows peripherals (ADC, SPI, I²C) to operate autonomously during CPU sleep - captures sensor bursts without waking core, saving ~30% average power in duty-cycled systems. |
| Dual-flash QUADSPI interface | Direct XIP support for external Octal/Quad SPI flash - expands code space beyond 1 MB while maintaining deterministic interrupt latency (<200 ns). |
| True Random Number Generator (RNG) | NIST SP800-90B compliant entropy source - satisfies cryptographic key generation requirements for TLS 1.2/1.3 and secure firmware signing. |
| External SMPS support | Integrated voltage supervisor and control logic for external DC-DC converter - achieves 37 µA/MHz run efficiency, critical for >5-year coin-cell operation. |
Applications
| Wearable Health Monitor | Smart Building Sensor Node |
|---|---|
Use Scenario: Continuous ECG/PPG signal acquisition with Bluetooth LE telemetry and local anomaly detection. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Main system controller executing sensor fusion (accelerometer + optical + bioimpedance), managing BLE stack timing, and driving OLED display via DMA2D. Use Value: 2.86 µA Stop 2 mode with RTC ensures hourly wake-up for data sync without draining CR2032 battery; hardware SHA-256 secures OTA firmware updates. | Use Scenario: Multi-sensor environmental node (temp/humidity/CO₂/VOC) with LoRaWAN backhaul and local occupancy analytics. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Central data aggregator with dual CAN for HVAC bus integration, SAI for acoustic occupancy detection, and LPUART for Modbus RTU gateway. Use Value: 5 µs wakeup from Stop mode enables rapid response to PIR-triggered events; 136 I/Os allow direct connection to 12+ analog/digital sensors without level shifters. |
| Industrial HMI Panel | Portable Diagnostic Equipment |
Use Scenario: 4.3″ capacitive touchscreen HMI with real-time PLC status visualization and alarm logging. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Graphics processor using Chrom-ART Accelerator for smooth GUI animation, USB OTG for configuration upload, and SDMMC for audit trail storage. Use Value: 64 KB SRAM with parity prevents display corruption during ESD events; 24 TSC channels support 10+ touchkeys and rotary encoders on single IC. | Use Scenario: Handheld ultrasound probe with analog front-end, beamforming, and wireless image streaming. IC Role / Device Role / Timing Role: Digital backend controller managing 3× ADCs sampling at 5 Msps, DFSDM filters for noise suppression, and USB OTG for DICOM export. Use Value: Hardware oversampling (up to 16-bit effective resolution) improves SNR in low-amplitude RF echo signals; dual-bank flash enables A/B firmware update during clinical use. |
Equivalent & Alternatives
The following parts are listed as comparable options for similar ultra-low-power MCU applications.
| Alternative Part | Technical Difference | Application Difference | Selection Advice |
|---|---|---|---|
| STM32L476RG | Same Cortex-M4 core, but 1 MB flash reduced to 1 MB (same), 320 KB SRAM reduced to 128 KB, no USB OTG FS, no SMPS support, no SAI. | Lacks audio interface and external SMPS control - unsuitable for battery-powered audio endpoints or high-efficiency power architectures. | Select only if USB/audio/SMPS are unnecessary and BOM cost reduction outweighs feature loss. |
| STM32U575ZIT6 | Successor Cortex-M33 core, 2 MB flash, 786 KB SRAM, TrustZone, 1.4 µA Shutdown, but no SAI or DCMI; requires different toolchain and HAL. | Higher security and memory capacity, but lacks native audio peripherals - demands redesign for audio path and increases certification effort for medical use. | Choose for new designs prioritizing PSA Level 3 security and >10-year longevity, not for drop-in replacement. |
Compared with STM32L476RG, STM32L496QGI6 delivers 2.5× more SRAM and integrated USB/SAI for audio-class applications; versus STM32U575ZIT6, it offers proven audio peripheral IP and simpler migration from legacy L4 designs, despite lower security certification level.
Availability
STM32L496QGI6 is available at Aetrix Electronics and suitable for wearable health monitors, smart building sensor nodes, industrial HMIs, and portable diagnostic equipment requiring stable component supply across multi-year production cycles.
Supply support for STM32L496QGI6 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 management ICs, MEMS, and automotive semiconductors since 1987.
The STM32L4 series targets ultra-low-power embedded applications demanding extended battery life, rich analog integration, and real-time performance - optimized for IoT edge nodes, portable medical devices, and energy-conscious industrial controls.
FAQ
What is the maximum operating temperature range for STM32L496QGI6?
The STM32L496QGI6 is qualified for industrial operation from –40 °C to +85 °C, with extended grade variants supporting –40 °C to +125 °C. This rating applies to all operating modes including Run, Stop, and Standby, and is validated per JEDEC JESD47 stress testing standards.
Does STM32L496QGI6 support external quad-SPI flash memory boot?
Yes - the device includes a dedicated QUADSPI interface that supports XIP (execute-in-place) from external Octal/Quad SPI flash. Boot mode selection is controlled via BOOT0/BOOT1 pins, and the ROM bootloader can load firmware images directly from QUADSPI memory into internal SRAM for execution.
How many independent power domains does STM32L496QGI6 provide for analog peripherals?
It provides three independent analog power domains: VDDA/VSSA for ADC/DAC/OPAMP/COMP, VREF+/VREF– for precise reference voltage, and VDDIO2 for 14 I/Os configurable down to 1.08 V - enabling mixed-voltage sensor interfacing without external level shifters.
Can STM32L496QGI6 achieve USB device enumeration without external crystal?
Yes - the internal 48 MHz RC oscillator with clock recovery system (CRS) meets USB full-speed timing requirements (±0.25% accuracy). This eliminates the need for an external 48 MHz crystal, reducing BOM cost and PCB area while maintaining reliable USB enumeration in portable designs.
STM32L496QGI6 Specifications
- Product attributes
- Attribute value
- Manufacturer:
- STMicroelectronics
- Package/Case:
- 132-UFBGA
- Series:
- STM32L4
- Packaging:
- Tray
- Product Status:
- Active
- Programmable:
- Not Verified
- Core Processor:
- ARM® Cortex®-M4
- Core Size:
- 32-Bit Single-Core
- Speed:
- 80MHz
- Connectivity:
- CANbus, EBI/EMI, I2C, IrDA, LINbus, MMC/SD, QSPI, SAI, SPI, SWPMI, UART/USART, USB OTG
- Peripherals:
- Brown-out Detect/Reset, DMA, LCD, PWM, WDT
- Number of I/O:
- 110
- Program Memory Size:
- 1MB (1M x 8)
- Program Memory Type:
- FLASH
- EEPROM Size:
- -
- RAM Size:
- 320K x 8
- Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd):
- 1.71V ~ 3.6V
- Data Converters:
- A/D 19x12b; 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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All STM32L496QGI6 units undergo pre-shipment inspection (PSI). If there is an issue with STM32L496QGI6, 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 STM32L496QGI6 part is unused and in its original packaging.
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1.Submit a request within 90 days.
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