MSP430FR5847IRHAT FRAM Microcontroller IRHAT Package

MSP430FR5847IRHAT Overview

The MSP430FR5847IRHAT is a low-power, 16?bit microcontroller optimized for cost?sensitive industrial and embedded control applications. It combines nonvolatile FRAM memory with a compact peripheral set to reduce wake-up time and extend battery life. The device targets sensor hubs, metering, and motor-control tasks where deterministic timing and low energy consumption are priorities. For procurement details and supporting documentation see IC Manufacturer.

MSP430FR5847IRHAT Technical Specifications

MSP430FR5847IRHAT Key Features

• 16?bit core with deterministic instruction timing for predictable control loops and real?time responsiveness.
• FRAM nonvolatile memory that supports fast writes and high endurance, reducing latency and improving system reliability.
• Low supply current and multiple low?power modes to extend battery life in portable and energy?harvesting systems.
• Integrated 12?bit ADC for precise analog measurements directly at the MCU, reducing external component count.

Typical Applications

• Battery?powered sensor nodes that need fast wake?up and low standby current for longer field life and predictable sampling intervals.
• Electricity and utility metering where nonvolatile FRAM preserves event logs and configuration with minimal write latency.
• Industrial motor control and motor drive supervision requiring deterministic control loops and reliable nonvolatile state retention.
• Human?machine interfaces and portable instrumentation where compact footprint, integrated ADC, and low power improve system integration.

MSP430FR5847IRHAT Advantages vs Typical Alternatives

The device delivers lower wake?up latency and higher write endurance versus flash?based alternatives thanks to its FRAM memory. Designers gain faster nonvolatile writes and reduced power draw during data logging and configuration updates. The 16?bit CPU and integrated 12?bit ADC provide a compact, cost?effective solution when comparing overall BOM and power budget. For systems requiring long battery life and frequent nonvolatile writes, this MCU can reduce component count and improve reliability compared to traditional flash?MCU architectures.

MSP430FR5847IRHAT Brand Info

The MSP430FR5847IRHAT is part of the MSP430 FRAM family from Texas Instruments. This product line emphasizes ultra?low power consumption, fast nonvolatile memory, and integrated analog peripherals for embedded and industrial applications. TI provides development kits, reference designs, and software tools to accelerate evaluation and production.

FAQ

What core does this MCU use?

The device uses a 16?bit MSP430 RISC core. This architecture offers a compact instruction set and deterministic timing suitable for real?time control, low overhead ISR handling, and efficient code density.

What nonvolatile memory does it include?

It includes FRAM nonvolatile memory. FRAM supports fast, low?energy writes and high endurance. This makes it a good choice for frequent data logging and configuration storage without the erase cycles required by flash.

What is the typical supply range?

Typical operation spans a low?voltage battery domain. The supply range supports common 1.8 V to 3.6 V systems, enabling compatibility with coin cells, Li?ion, and multi?cell power domains while balancing performance and power consumption.

Is it suited for battery?powered systems?

Yes. Multiple low?power modes and ??A?class standby currents make the MCU well suited for battery?powered and energy?harvesting designs that require long standby intervals and low average power draw.

What peripherals support analog measurement?

On?chip analog peripherals include a 12?bit ADC, enabling accurate sensor interfacing without external ADCs. This reduces BOM cost and board area while keeping conversion performance suitable for many industrial sensors.