EFM32PG23B200F128IM40-C

Microcontrollers Overview

The EFM32PG23B200F128IM40-C is a 32-bit microcontroller from the Silicon Labs EFM32PG23 Gecko family. It features an ARM Cortex-M33 core operating at up to 80 MHz, equipped with DSP extensions and a floating-point unit. The device includes 128 kB of flash memory and 64 kB of RAM. It incorporates Secure Vault High security features, including hardware cryptographic acceleration and True Random Number Generator. The MCU supports a wide operating voltage range of 1.71 V to 3.8 V and operates within a temperature range of -40 °C to +125 °C. It is housed in a QFN40 package.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• High-performance 32-bit ARM Cortex-M33 core with DSP and FPU for efficient signal processing
• Secure Vault High providing hardware cryptographic acceleration, TRNG, and anti-tamper capabilities
• Ultra-low power consumption with multiple energy modes and autonomous peripheral operation
• Rich analog and digital peripheral set including IADC, ACMP, VDAC, and LESENSE

Microcontrollers Applications

• Metering
• Industrial Automation
• Test and Measurement
• Appliances
• Portable Medical Devices

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the complete part number against official documentation to ensure correct memory size, security level, and package type. Confirm that the ordering suffix matches the required tape and reel or cut tape packaging option if applicable. Check the specific revision status and any relevant product change notices before finalizing procurement decisions.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this component when high performance combined with robust security is required for battery-operated applications. The Cortex-M33 core offers superior efficiency compared to previous generations. Ensure the application benefits from the integrated Secure Vault features for data protection. Verify that the QFN40 package dimensions fit the PCB layout constraints.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This microcontroller belongs to the EFM32PG23 Gecko family, which is a software-compatible MCU-only version of the EFR32xG23 wireless SoC platform. It is designed for energy-friendly embedded applications in consumer and industrial markets. The PG23 series provides industry-leading energy efficiency while maintaining high computational performance through its advanced core architecture.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

EFM32PG23B200F256IM40-C

Microcontrollers FAQ

What are the supported cryptographic algorithms in the Secure Vault High?

The Secure Vault High supports AES-128/192/256, ChaCha20-Poly1305, SHA-1, SHA-2/256/384/512, ECDSA+ECDH (P-192, P-256, P-384, P-521), Ed25519, Curve25519, J-PAKE, and PBKDF2.

Does this device support low-energy sensor monitoring?

Yes, it includes a Low-Energy Sensor Interface (LESENSE) that can operate in EM2 mode, allowing for sensor monitoring without CPU intervention.