STM32MP151CAA1 STMicroelectronics Integrated Circuit (BGA) In Stock
STMicroelectronics STM32MP151CAA1 is a single Arm Cortex-A7 core microprocessor running at up to 650 MHz with an integrated Cortex-M4 co-processor, I/O supply of 1.71 V to 3.6 V, housed in a 448-ball BGA package. Available from stock worldwide for embedded Linux and real-time industrial applications.
- Manufacturer
- STMicroelectronics
- Package
- BGA
- Pin Count
- 448
- Lifecycle
- ACTIVE
- Datasheet
- STM32MP151CAA1 Datasheet PDF
- Category
- Integrated Circuit
- Temp Range
- -20.0°C to 105.0°C
- RoHS
- Compliant
- Lead Time
- 3–7 business days
- Shipping
- DHL Express · Worldwide
Key Features
- Single Arm Cortex-A7 core at up to 650 MHz with Cortex-M4 co-processor for real-time tasks
- I/O supply voltage range of 1.71 V to 3.6 V enabling broad peripheral compatibility
- 448-ball fine-pitch BGA package (22 x 22 mm, 0.5 mm pitch) for compact embedded Linux designs
- Supports DDR3/DDR3L external RAM and a rich set of connectivity peripherals including USB, Ethernet, and CAN
- AEC-Q100 Grade 1 certified variant available for automotive and industrial -40°C to 105°C applications
Applications
The STM32MP151CAA1 is deployed in industrial HMI panels, edge gateway devices, and smart energy meters that require embedded Linux running at 650 MHz alongside deterministic real-time Cortex-M4 firmware. It is also used in medical diagnostic equipment and building automation controllers where a single heterogeneous SoC replaces a discrete application processor and microcontroller combination. Connectivity-rich industrial IoT nodes leverage its USB, Ethernet, and CAN interfaces within a compact 448-ball BGA footprint.
Specifications
| Date Of Intro | 2020-02-06 |
| JESD-30 Code | S-PBGA-B448 |
| Package Body Material | PLASTIC/EPOXY |
| Package Equivalence Code | BGA448,22X22,32 |
| Package Shape | SQUARE |
| Package Style | GRID ARRAY, LOW PROFILE, FINE PITCH |
| Supply Voltage-Max | 1.25V |
| Supply Voltage-Min | 1.8V |
| Supply Voltage-Nom | 1.2V |
| Surface Mount | YES |
| Technology | CMOS |
| Terminal Form | BALL |
| Terminal Pitch | 0.8mm |
| Terminal Position | BOTTOM |
| uPs/uCs/Peripheral ICs Type | CRYPTOGRAPHIC AUTHENTICATOR |
| Package | BGA |
Compliance & Regulatory
| RoHS Status | Compliant |
| Lead-Free | Yes (Pb-Free) |
| HTS Code | 8542.31.00.30 |
Alternate & Equivalent Parts
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Frequently Asked Questions
What CPU core configuration does the STM32MP151CAA1 use and at what clock frequency does it run?
The STM32MP151CAA1 integrates a single Arm Cortex-A7 core running at up to 650 MHz for application-level Linux workloads alongside a Cortex-M4 co-processor for deterministic real-time tasks. This heterogeneous architecture enables concurrent execution of operating system processes and hard real-time control loops within a single chip.
What is the I/O supply voltage range of the STM32MP151CAA1 and what peripherals does this enable?
The STM32MP151CAA1 supports an I/O supply voltage of 1.71 V to 3.6 V, covering 1.8 V and 3.3 V peripheral families including sensors, displays, and communication interfaces. This range allows direct interfacing with low-voltage DDR3L memory, 3.3 V UART and SPI devices, and 1.8 V eMMC flash without external level-shifting circuitry.
For an industrial edge controller design, how compact is the STM32MP151CAA1 BGA package?
The STM32MP151CAA1 is housed in a 448-ball LFBGA package measuring 22 mm x 22 mm with a 0.5 mm ball pitch, providing a dense integration of Cortex-A7, Cortex-M4, and system peripherals in a relatively small footprint. This compact package suits industrial HMI boards, IoT gateways, and medical device controllers where space constraints prevent larger package options.
When is the STM32MP151CAA1 a better choice than a pure microcontroller like STM32H7 for an industrial gateway?
The STM32MP151CAA1 is preferred over STM32H7 when the application requires a full embedded Linux environment at 650 MHz for TCP/IP networking, file systems, or GUI frameworks, while still needing deterministic real-time control via the Cortex-M4 co-processor. The STM32H7 at up to 480 MHz runs only bare-metal or RTOS firmware and lacks the Linux capability required for complex gateway software stacks.
What external memory interfaces does the STM32MP151CAA1 support for running Linux workloads?
The STM32MP151CAA1 supports DDR3 and DDR3L external RAM interfaces, typically connected to 256 MB to 1 GB DRAM operating at up to 533 MHz data rate (DDR3-1066). It also supports eMMC (v5.1), NAND flash, NOR flash, and SD card interfaces for boot media and file system storage, providing the complete external memory ecosystem needed to run Linux on the Cortex-A7 core.
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