MSP430F249TPM-932699101 Texas Instruments Integrated Circuit (Quad Flat Packages) In Stock
Texas Instruments MSP430F249TPM is an ultra-low-power 16-bit RISC microcontroller with 60 KB Flash, 2 KB RAM, 12-bit ADC, and multiple serial interfaces in a QFP package. It features standby currents below 1 µA and active mode consumption around 330 µA/MHz. Available in stock worldwide with fast shipping.
- Manufacturer
- Texas Instruments
- Package
- Quad Flat Packages
- Pin Count
- 64
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Ultra-low standby current below 1 µA extending battery life in energy-harvesting and coin-cell applications
- 16-bit RISC CPU running up to 16 MHz with 60 KB Flash and 2 KB RAM for complex embedded algorithms
- 12-bit ADC with 8 channels and internal voltage reference for precision sensor measurement
- Multiple serial interfaces including USART, SPI, and I2C enabling flexible peripheral connectivity
Applications
MSP430F249TPM is used in wireless sensor nodes, portable medical devices, and energy metering equipment where ultra-low power consumption is critical to long battery life. Its 16-bit precision and 12-bit ADC make it effective for smart meters, industrial data loggers, and remote monitoring systems powered by small batteries or solar energy harvesting. The device also serves in RFID reader designs, health monitoring wearables, and low-power consumer electronics requiring months to years of autonomous operation.
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
Compatible alternatives and drop-in replacements for MSP430F249TPM-932699101:
RISC Microcontroller, 16-Bit, FLASH, MSP430 CPU, 16MHz, CMOS, PQFP64
RISC Microcontroller, 16-Bit, FLASH, MSP430 CPU, 16MHz, CMOS, PQFP64
Frequently Asked Questions
How low is MSP430F249 active mode current consumption and what does this mean for battery-powered design?
MSP430F249 consumes approximately 330 µA per MHz in active mode and drops below 1 µA in standby mode. A 1000 mAh AA battery powering the device at 1 MHz continuous operation would theoretically last over 3000 hours, while duty-cycling with sleep modes can extend runtime to several years in remote sensor and meter reading applications.
What ADC resolution and channel count does MSP430F249 offer for multi-sensor industrial data acquisition?
MSP430F249 integrates a 12-bit ADC with up to 8 differential or single-ended input channels, delivering 4096 discrete levels for precise analog measurement. The ADC includes an internal 1.5 V voltage reference, enabling accurate temperature, pressure, and current sensing without external reference circuits in smart meters, industrial data loggers, and environmental monitoring systems.
Which applications justify selecting MSP430F249 over a lower-end MSP430 variant like MSP430F2132?
MSP430F249 provides 60 KB Flash and 2 KB RAM versus MSP430F2132's 8 KB Flash and 512 bytes RAM, making it the right choice when firmware exceeds 8 KB or requires substantial runtime data buffers. Advanced applications such as FFT-based vibration analysis, multi-protocol communication stacks, or complex PID control loops with lookup tables of several hundred 16-bit values fit comfortably in MSP430F249 but would overflow MSP430F2132.
What serial communication peripherals does MSP430F249 provide for connecting to sensors and host processors?
MSP430F249 includes 2 universal serial communication interfaces (USCI modules) supporting UART, SPI, and I2C protocols. These flexible peripherals allow simultaneous connection to SPI sensors, I2C EEPROMs, and UART host links without external bridge ICs. Operating at up to 16 MHz CPU clock, the serial interfaces support baud rates well above 1 Mbps for high-speed data transfer in metering and monitoring applications.
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