F272-BAR-P-TX STMicroelectronics Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
The F272-BAR-P-TX is a 16-bit RISC microcontroller from STMicroelectronics featuring 256 KB of Flash memory and 20 KB of RAM for embedded control applications. It is housed in a Quad Flat Package and built on CMOS technology for efficient power consumption. Available from stock worldwide with competitive pricing.
- Manufacturer
- STMicroelectronics
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 144
- Lifecycle
- NOT RECOMMENDED
- Datasheet
- F272-BAR-P-TX Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- 16-bit RISC architecture delivers efficient code execution for control-intensive embedded applications
- 256 KB Flash memory provides ample program storage for complex firmware and bootloader implementations
- 20 KB RAM supports demanding data buffering and real-time processing workloads
- CMOS technology ensures low static power consumption suitable for battery-operated and energy-sensitive designs
Applications
The F272-BAR-P-TX is suited for industrial motor control, home appliance controllers, and smart metering applications where a 16-bit RISC MCU with 256 KB Flash delivers the computational headroom needed for PID algorithms and communication stacks. Its 20 KB RAM accommodates multi-protocol firmware such as Modbus RTU combined with local display management. The QFP package enables straightforward PCB integration in space-constrained industrial panels and embedded control modules.
Specifications
| YTEOL | 3 |
| Peak Reflow Temperature (Cel) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Time@Peak Reflow Temperature-Max (s) | NOT SPECIFIED |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | MICROCONTROLLER, RISC |
| Package | Quad Flat Packages |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| ECCN | 3A991.A.2 |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.30 |
| Country of Origin | Malta |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
No known alternates. Submit an RFQ and our team can suggest alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much Flash and RAM does the F272-BAR-P-TX provide for firmware development?
The F272-BAR-P-TX provides 256 KB of Flash memory for program storage and 20 KB of RAM for runtime data. This combination supports complex embedded firmware including real-time OS kernels, communication protocol stacks such as Modbus or CAN, and application logic within a single 16-bit microcontroller without external memory expansion.
Which embedded control applications benefit most from the F272-BAR-P-TX 16-bit RISC architecture?
The 16-bit RISC architecture of the F272-BAR-P-TX is particularly well-suited for motor control loops, digital power conversion, and industrial automation tasks where 8-bit MCUs lack the arithmetic precision needed for PID algorithms operating on 16-bit sensor data at update rates above 1 kHz. The 256 KB Flash comfortably holds drive firmware and safety monitoring code simultaneously.
What package does the F272-BAR-P-TX use, and how does it affect PCB layout?
The F272-BAR-P-TX is housed in a Quad Flat Package (QFP), which places leads on all four sides of the package perimeter. QFP packages are solderable with standard SMT reflow or wave soldering and allow visual inspection of solder joints, making them practical for low-to-medium volume production and for hand-rework during prototyping.
How does the F272-BAR-P-TX compare to an 8-bit MCU for a smart meter design requiring a Modbus RTU stack?
A Modbus RTU stack with CRC computation, frame buffering, and application register handling typically requires 16 KB to 30 KB of Flash and 2 KB to 4 KB of RAM. The F272-BAR-P-TX with 256 KB Flash and 20 KB RAM provides more than enough headroom for the protocol stack plus metering algorithms, whereas many 8-bit MCUs top out at 64 KB Flash and 4 KB RAM, leaving insufficient space for combined communication and measurement firmware.
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