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MSP430G2X52

Mixed-Signal Microcontroller

The MSP430G2X52 is a mixed-signal microcontroller from Texas Instruments. View the full MSP430G2X52 datasheet below including key specifications, absolute maximum ratings.

MSP430G2X52 shares its datasheet with MSP430G2553, whose page lists every part number it covers.

Official MSP430G2X52 datasheet (PDF) — the source this page was extracted from.

MSP430G2X52 Key Specifications

ParameterValue
ADC10-bit, 200 ksps (G2x53 only)
TimersTwo 16-bit Timer_A with three capture/compare registers each
I/O Pins16 (20-pin) or 24 (28/32-pin)
ComparatorComparator_A+, 8 channels
RAM (G2553)512 B
Package Options20-TSSOP, 28-TSSOP, 20-PDIP, 32-VQFN
CPU Architecture16-bit RISC, 62.5 ns instruction cycle
Serial InterfacesUART (with auto baudrate/LIN), IrDA, SPI, I2C (USCI_A0/USCI_B0)
Active Mode Current230 µA at 1 MHz, 2.2V
Flash Memory (G2553)16 KB
Standby Mode Current0.5 µA
Supply Voltage Range1.8V to 3.6V
Capacitive-Touch I/O PinsUp to 24
Wake-Up Time From Standby<1 µs
Operating Temperature Range-40°C to 85°C
Max Internal Clock Frequency16 MHz (calibrated DCO)
Off Mode (RAM Retention) Current0.1 µA

MSP430G2X52 Overview

Part: MSP430G2553 — Texas Instruments

Type: Ultra-Low-Power 16-Bit RISC Microcontroller

Description: 16-bit ultra-low-power RISC microcontroller operating up to 16 MHz with 16 KB Flash, 512 B RAM, 10-bit 200-ksps ADC, and USCI interface.

Operating Conditions:

  • Supply voltage: 1.8 to 3.6 V (2.2 to 3.6 V during flash programming or erase)
  • Operating temperature: -40 to 85 °C
  • Processor frequency: dc to 16 MHz (at VCC = 3.3 V)

Absolute Maximum Ratings:

  • Max supply voltage: 4.1 V (applied at VCC to VSS)
  • Max junction/storage temperature: 150 °C (storage temperature range: -55°C to 150°C)

Key Specs:

  • Maximum CPU frequency: 16 MHz (at VCC = 3.3 V, Duty cycle = 50% ± 10%)
  • Flash memory: 16 KB
  • SRAM: 512 B
  • Active mode supply current: 230 μA (at 1 MHz, 2.2 V)
  • Standby mode supply current: 0.5 μA
  • Off mode supply current (RAM retention): 0.1 μA
  • ADC: 10-bit, 200-ksps with internal reference, sample-and-hold, autoscan, and 8 channels
  • Wake-up time from standby: <1 μs

Features:

  • 16-bit RISC architecture with 62.5-ns instruction cycle time
  • Five software-selectable low-power modes (LPM0 to LPM4)
  • Universal Serial Communication Interface (USCI) supporting UART (LIN), IrDA, SPI, and I2C
  • Two 16-bit Timer_A architectures with three capture/compare registers each
  • On-chip analog comparator (Comparator_A+)
  • Up to 24 capacitive-touch enabled I/O pins
  • On-chip emulation logic with Spy-Bi-Wire interface
  • Internal calibrated DCO frequencies up to 16 MHz plus internal very-low-power LF oscillator

Applications:

  • Low-cost sensor systems
  • Portable measurement applications
  • Battery-operated equipment

Package:

  • 20-pin TSSOP (PW20)
  • 28-pin TSSOP (PW28)
  • 20-pin PDIP (N20)
  • 32-pin QFN (RHB32)

MSP430G2X52 Features

  • ·
  • Low Supply-Voltage Range: 1.8 V to 3.6 V
  • Ultra-Low Power Consumption
  • -Active Mode: 230 μA at 1 MHz, 2.2 V
  • -Standby Mode: 0.5 μA
  • -Off Mode (RAM Retention): 0.1 μA
  • Five Power-Saving Modes
  • Ultra-Fast Wake-Up From Standby Mode in Less Than 1 μs
  • 16-Bit RISC Architecture, 62.5-ns Instruction Cycle Time
  • Basic Clock Module Configurations
  • -Internal Frequencies up to 16 MHz With Four Calibrated Frequency
  • -Internal Very-Low-Power Low-Frequency (LF) Oscillator
  • -32-kHz Crystal
  • -External Digital Clock Source
  • Two 16-Bit Timer_A With Three Capture/Compare Registers
  • Up to 24 Capacitive-Touch Enabled I/O Pins

MSP430G2X52 Pin Configuration

  • PIN NAME (P1.x) FUNCTION CONTROL BITS AND SIGNALS (1) - P1DIR.x CONTROL BITS AND SIGNALS (1) - P1SEL.x CONTROL BITS AND SIGNALS (1) - P1SEL2.x CONTROL BITS AND SIGNALS (1) - ADC10AE.x INCH.x=1 (2) CONTROL BITS AND SIGNALS (1) - CAPD.y
  • P1.0/ TA0CLK/ ACLK/ A0 (2) / CA0/ Pin Osc 0 P1.x (I/O) I: 0; O: 1 0 0 0 0
  • 0 TA0.TACLK 0 1 0 0 0
  • 0 ACLK 1 1 0 0 0
  • 0 A0 X X X 1 (y = 0) 0
  • 0 CA0 X X X 0 1 (y = 0)
  • 0 Capacitive sensing X 0 1 0 0
  • P1.1/ TA0.0/ A1 (2) / CA1/ Pin Osc P1.2/ TA0.1/ 1 P1.x (I/O) I: 0; O: 1 0 0 0 0
  • 1 TA0.0 1 1 0 0 0
  • 1 TA0.CCI0A 0 1 0 0 0
  • UCA0RXD/ 1 UCA0RXD from USCI 1 1 0 0
  • UCA0SOMI/ 1 UCA0SOMI from USCI 1 1 0 0
  • 1 A1 X X X 1 (y = 1) 0
  • 1 CA1 X X X 0 1 (y = 1)
  • 1 Capacitive sensing X 0 1 0 0
  • 1 P1.x (I/O) I: 0; O: 1 0 0 0 0
  • 1 TA0.1 1 1 0 0 0
  • 1 TA0.CCI1A 0 1 0 0 0
  • UCA0TXD/ UCA0SIMO/ 1 UCA0TXD from USCI 1 1 0 0
  • 1 UCA0SIMO from USCI 1 1 0 0
  • A2 (2) / 1 A2 X X X 1 (y = 2) 0
  • CA2/ 1 CA2 X X X 0 1 (y = 2)
  • Pin Osc 1 Capacitive sensing X 0 1 0 0

MSP430G2X52 Absolute Maximum Ratings

Voltage applied at V CC to V SS-0.3 V to 4.1 V
Voltage applied to any pin (2)-0.3 V to V CC + 0.3 V
Diode current at any device pin±2 mA
Storage temperature range, T stg (3)Unprogrammed device-55°C to 150°C
Storage temperature range, T stg (3)Programmed device-55°C to 150°C

Typical values are specified at VCC = 3.3 V and TA = 25°C (unless otherwise noted)

MINNOMMAXUNIT
V CCSupplyDuring program execution1.83.6V
V CCvoltageDuring flash programming or erase2.23.6V
V SSSupply voltageSupply voltage0V
T AOperating free-air temperatureI version-4085°C
f SYSTEMProcessor frequency (maximum MCLK frequency) (1)(2)V CC = 1.8 V, Duty cycle = 50% ± 10%dc6
f SYSTEMV CC = 2.7 V, Duty cycle = 50% ± 10%dc12MHz
f SYSTEMV CC = 3.3 V, Duty cycle = 50% ± 10%dc16

Note: Minimum processor frequency is defined by system clock. Flash program or erase operations require a minimum VCC of 2.2 V.

Figure 1. Safe Operating Area

Variants on the same datasheet

These parts have exact links to the same datasheet. They are candidates to compare, not verified drop-in replacements; check package, pinout and electrical limits.

Part NumberManufacturerPackage
MSP430Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2113Texas InstrumentsPDIP-20
MSP430G2453Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2453-Q1Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2553Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2553-Q1Texas Instruments32-QFN
MSP430G2X12Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2X13Texas Instruments—
MSP430G2X53Texas Instruments—

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