STM32L052C8T6

Microcontrollers Overview

The STM32L052C8T6 is an ultra-low-power microcontroller based on the Arm Cortex-M0+ core, operating at a maximum frequency of 32 MHz. It integrates 64 Kbytes of Flash memory, 8 Kbytes of RAM, and 2 Kbytes of data EEPROM. The device features crystal-less USB 2.0 connectivity, a 12-bit ADC with hardware oversampling, one DAC, two comparators, and multiple timers including an LPTIM. Communication interfaces include I2C, SPI, I2S, USARTs, and LPUART. It supports up to 24 capacitive sensing channels and operates within a voltage range of 1.65 V to 3.6 V.

Microcontrollers Feature Summary

• Integrates crystal-less USB 2.0 connectivity for simplified design
• Includes hardware oversampling capability in the 12-bit ADC
• Supports capacitive sensing functionality via dedicated channels
• Features low-power timer (LPTIM) for extended battery life

Microcontrollers Applications

• Battery-powered consumer devices requiring ultra-low power consumption
• Applications utilizing capacitive touch sensing interfaces
• USB-enabled peripheral devices without external crystals
• Industrial monitoring systems with RTC and backup register requirements

Microcontrollers Procurement Notes

Verify the specific package type and temperature grade corresponding to the suffix T6 during procurement. Confirm that the required pin count and peripheral set match the C8 variant specifications. Ensure compatibility with the intended voltage supply range and check for any specific errata related to the silicon revision before finalizing component selection.

Microcontrollers Selection Notes

Select this model when crystal-less USB functionality is required alongside ultra-low power constraints. Compare against STM32L051 variants if different peripheral sets are needed. Consider the STM32L053 series if additional security features or larger memory sizes are necessary for the application scope.

Microcontrollers Part Context

This component belongs to the STM32L052x6/8 family of ultra-low-power microcontrollers. These devices are designed for performance efficiency using the Cortex-M0+ core. The family emphasizes power savings through various internal clock sources and low-power modes while maintaining high integration levels for compact designs.

Microcontrollers Replacement Considerations

STM32L051C8T6 offers similar memory but lacks crystal-less USB. STM32L052C6T6 provides identical peripherals with reduced Flash capacity. STM32L053C8T6 includes enhanced security features within the same package.