MSP430F2001IRSAR Low-Power 16-bit Microcontroller, IRSAR Package

MSP430F2001IRSAR Overview

The MSP430F2001IRSAR is an ultra-low-power, 16-bit microcontroller in the MSP430 family designed for simple, cost-sensitive embedded control and sensing tasks. It delivers a compact mix of low-voltage operation, a 16-bit RISC CPU and on-chip peripherals aimed at reducing BOM and power consumption. The device targets battery-powered and energy-aware systems that need more efficiency than 8-bit alternatives and less complexity than larger MCUs. For sourcing and supplier details see IC Manufacturer.

MSP430F2001IRSAR Technical Specifications

MSP430F2001IRSAR Key Features

• 16-bit CPU: Enables higher computational density than 8-bit MCUs for control tasks while keeping code compact.
• Small flash and RAM: 1 KB flash and 128 B RAM reduce cost and footprint for simple embedded applications.
• Low-voltage operation: Runs from 1.8 V to 3.6 V, allowing use with single-cell lithium or two-cell alkaline configurations.
• Timer_A: Built-in 16-bit timer supports precise timing and PWM without external components.
• Multiple low-power modes: Five sleep states to balance active performance against battery life in long-deploy systems.
• Compact I/O set: Eight GPIO pins provide basic interfacing to switches, LEDs, and simple sensors with minimal pin count.

Typical Applications

• Portable sensor nodes that require ultra-low power draw and simple control loops with long battery life in remote deployments.
• Battery-powered consumer devices such as key fobs and simple remotes where cost, size and low standby current matter most.
• Industrial monitoring endpoints that need a small MCU to sample events, debounce inputs, and communicate status with minimal BOM.
• Appliance control tasks that require precise timing, low-power standby states, and a compact microcontroller footprint to lower system cost.

MSP430F2001IRSAR Advantages vs Typical Alternatives

The device offers a stronger power-versus-performance balance than many 8-bit controllers by using a 16-bit core at typical clock rates up to 16 MHz. With 1 KB flash and 128 bytes of RAM, it is smaller and lower cost than larger MSP430 variants while providing more computational headroom than basic microcontrollers. Its multiple low?power modes and sub-3.6 V operation make it ideal for battery-first designs where energy per operation and reduced component count matter most.

MSP430F2001IRSAR Brand Info

The MSP430F2001IRSAR is part of the MSP430 family from Texas Instruments. TI markets the MSP430 series as a line of ultra-low-power 16-bit MCUs focused on energy-sensitive applications, with broad toolchain support and global distribution for sourcing and long-term availability.

FAQ

What core does this MCU use?

The device uses a 16-bit RISC core from the MSP430 architecture. That core offers efficient instruction density and is optimized for low-power control and timing tasks in embedded systems.

What supply voltage range is supported?

It supports a nominal supply range from 1.8 volts up to 3.6 volts. This allows direct operation from single-cell lithium sources and many low-voltage battery chemistries without extra power conversion.

How much non-volatile memory is available?

On-chip flash memory is 1 kilobyte. That capacity suits compact control code, boot routines, and modest firmware stacks where minimal storage reduces BOM and PCB area.

What low-power options are available?

The part provides five separate low-power modes. Those modes let designers minimize current in standby while retaining timer or interrupt wake sources for event-driven operation.

Which package and sourcing note apply?

The IRSAR suffix denotes industrial reel packaging and small-outline package variants. Check distributor stock and TI ordering codes for exact package style, reel quantities, and shipment options.