Texas Instruments MSP430G2231IRSA16R
| Quantity | Unit Price | Total Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $1.44 | $1.44 |
| 15+ | $1.40 | $21.00 |
| 25+ | $1.37 | $34.25 |
| 50+ | $1.29 | $64.50 |
| 100+ | $1.14 | $114.00 |
| N+ | $0.23 | Price Inquiry |
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| Product attributes | Property Value |
| Manufacturer | Texas Instruments |
| Product Series | MSP430G2xx |
| Packaging | Marketplace | Cut Tape (CT) |
| Core Processor | MSP430 CPU16 |
| Core Size | 16-Bit |
| Speed | 16MHz |
| Connectivity | I2C, SPI |
| Peripherals | Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT |
| Number of I/O | 10 |
| Program Memory Size | 2KB (2K x 8) |
| Program Memory Type | FLASH |
| EEPROM Size | - |
| RAM Size | 128 x 8 |
| Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 1.8V ~ 3.6V |
| Data Converters | A/D 8x10b |
| Oscillator Type | Internal |
| Operating Temperature | -40°C ~ 85°C (TA) |
| Grade | - |
| Qualification AEC | - |
| Mounting Type | Surface Mount |
| Supplier Device Package | 16-QFN (4x4) |
| Package / Case | 16-VQFN Exposed Pad |
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The MSP430G2231IRSA16R from Texas Instruments is a 16-bit ultra-low-power microcontroller featuring the MSP430 CPU16 core. It runs at 16MHz with 2KB flash and 128B RAM, operating from 1.8V to 3.6V. Housed in a 16-VQFN package, it includes brown-out detection, POR, PWM, and WDT, making it perfect for battery-powered sensing and control applications.
- Ultra-Low Power: 16-bit MSP430 architecture is optimized for battery life, consuming microamps in standby.
- Compact Size: 16-VQFN with exposed pad enables tiny PCB designs for wearables.
- Reliable Operation: Integrated brown-out reset and WDT ensure stable performance in harsh environments.
- Fast Wake-Up: Exits standby in under 1µs, ideal for event-driven applications.
Ultra-Low-Power Sensor Nodes
The 16-bit MSP430 core with 1.8V operation enables years of battery life in temperature and humidity monitoring for agriculture.
Wearable Fitness Trackers
With only 128B RAM, it efficiently handles step counting and heart-rate pulse detection in compact VQFN packages.
Wireless Remote Controls
Fast wake-up from standby and PWM outputs make it ideal for IR/RF remote transmitters with minimal power draw.
Battery Management Systems
Brown-out detection and POR ensure safe operation in single-cell Li-ion protection circuits for power banks.
Smart Home Thermostats
The 16MHz speed is sufficient for PID control algorithms, while low power extends battery life in wireless thermostats.
Portable Medical Patches
Ultra-low-power operation supports continuous body temperature monitoring for up to 6 months on a coin cell.
- Q: What is the core architecture?
- A: It uses the ultra-low-power MSP430 CPU16, a 16-bit RISC processor.
- Q: What is the maximum clock speed?
- A: The CPU runs at up to 16MHz.
- Q: How much memory is available?
- A: It has 2KB flash and 128 bytes of RAM.
- Q: What is the supply voltage range?
- A: It operates from 1.8V to 3.6V.
- Q: What package does it come in?
- A: It is available in a 16-pin VQFN with exposed pad.
- Q: What is the core architecture?
- A: It uses the ultra-low-power MSP430 CPU16, a 16-bit RISC processor.
- Q: What is the maximum clock speed?
- A: The CPU runs at up to 16MHz.
- Q: How much memory is available?
- A: It has 2KB flash and 128 bytes of RAM.
- Q: What is the supply voltage range?
- A: It operates from 1.8V to 3.6V.
- Q: What package does it come in?
- A: It is available in a 16-pin VQFN with exposed pad.

MSP430G2231IRSA16R.pdf