MK51DX256CMC7

Product Overview

• Category: Microcontroller
• Use: Embedded systems, industrial applications
• Characteristics:
  • High-performance 32-bit microcontroller
  • Advanced peripheral integration
  • Low power consumption
• Package: LQFP (Low-profile Quad Flat Package)
• Essence: Powerful and versatile microcontroller for various applications
• Packaging/Quantity: Available in reels of 250 units

Specifications

• Architecture: ARM Cortex-M4
• Clock Speed: Up to 120 MHz
• Flash Memory: 256 KB
• RAM: 64 KB
• Operating Voltage: 2.7V - 3.6V
• I/O Pins: 80
• Communication Interfaces:
  • UART
  • SPI
  • I2C
  • CAN
• Analog-to-Digital Converter (ADC): 12-bit, 16 channels
• Timers: 4 x 16-bit, 2 x 32-bit
• Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to +85°C

Pin Configuration

The MK51DX256CMC7 microcontroller has a total of 144 pins. The pin configuration is as follows:

• Pins 1-8: Analog Input/Output
• Pins 9-24: General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO)
• Pins 25-40: Communication Interfaces (UART, SPI, I2C, CAN)
• Pins 41-56: Timers
• Pins 57-72: Power Supply and Ground
• Pins 73-144: Reserved for other functions

Functional Features

• High-performance ARM Cortex-M4 core for efficient processing
• Advanced peripheral integration for enhanced functionality
• Low power consumption for energy-efficient applications
• Extensive communication interfaces for seamless connectivity
• Flexible analog-to-digital converter for precise measurements
• Multiple timers for accurate timing operations

Advantages and Disadvantages

Advantages: - Powerful processing capabilities - Versatile peripheral integration - Low power consumption - Ample memory for data storage - Wide operating temperature range

Disadvantages: - Limited number of I/O pins - Relatively high cost compared to lower-end microcontrollers

Working Principles

The MK51DX256CMC7 microcontroller operates based on the ARM Cortex-M4 architecture. It executes instructions stored in its flash memory, utilizing its advanced peripherals and processing capabilities to perform various tasks. The microcontroller communicates with external devices through its communication interfaces, processes analog signals using the built-in ADC, and controls timing operations using the timers.

Detailed Application Field Plans

The MK51DX256CMC7 microcontroller finds applications in various fields, including but not limited to:

1. Industrial Automation:

   • Control systems for manufacturing processes
   • Robotics and motion control
   • Data acquisition and monitoring

2. Automotive Electronics:

   • Engine management systems
   • Infotainment systems
   • Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)

3. Consumer Electronics:

   • Smart home automation
   • Wearable devices
   • Internet of Things (IoT) applications

4. Medical Devices:

   • Patient monitoring systems
   • Diagnostic equipment
   • Implantable medical devices

Detailed and Complete Alternative Models

1. MK20DX128VLH5: Similar microcontroller with lower flash memory and fewer I/O pins.
2. MK60DN512ZVMD10: Higher-end microcontroller with more flash memory and advanced features.
3. MKL25Z128VLK4: Entry-level microcontroller with lower performance and reduced peripheral integration.

These alternative models offer different specifications and features to cater to diverse application requirements.

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