STM32F407ZET6 Introduction

STM32F407ZET6 is a high-performance microcontroller produced by STMicroelectronics, which is widely used in industrial automation, Internet of Things, robot control and other fields. Its main features are as follows:

Core and performance: It adopts 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 core with a maximum main frequency of 168 MHz and supports floating-point unit (FPU), which is very suitable for applications that require complex mathematical operations.

Storage: It has 512 KB of Flash storage space and 192 KB of SRAM, which can meet the needs of large code volume and data storage.

Peripherals:

Timer: Contains multiple general timers and advanced timers, supports precise control, and is suitable for applications such as PWM generation and motor control.

Communication interface: Equipped with a variety of communication interfaces, such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN and USB OTG, it is very suitable for embedded systems that require multiple connection methods.

ADC/DAC: 12-bit ADC and DAC are suitable for applications such as sensor data acquisition and audio processing.

GPIO: 144 GPIO pins are provided for flexible interface with external components.

Power requirements: The operating voltage range is 1.8 V to 3.6 V, adapting to a variety of power supply environments.

Development support: The STM32F407ZET6 is supported by the STM32Cube ecosystem, including STM32CubeMX (for configuration) and STM32CubeIDE (for coding). In addition, rich documentation, application notes and library functions are provided to facilitate developers' development.

Application scenarios: Due to its high performance and rich peripheral configuration, it is often used in scenarios such as industrial automation, robotics, IoT devices, motor control and audio processing.

Product Comparison

STM32F407ZET6 vs STM32F417ZET6 vs STM32F207ZET6 vs STM32F205ZET6

Parameter	STM32F407ZET6	STM32F417ZET6	STM32F207ZET6	STM32F205ZET6
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Manufacturer	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics	STMicroelectronics
Core	ARM Cortex-M4 (with FPU)	ARM Cortex-M4 (with FPU)	ARM Cortex-M3	ARM Cortex-M3
Package Type	LQFP144	LQFP144	LQFP144	LQFP144
Max Frequency	168 MHz	168 MHz	120 MHz	120 MHz
Flash Memory	512 KB	512 KB	512 KB	512 KB
SRAM	192 KB	192 KB	128 KB	128 KB
USB Support	USB OTG FS and HS	USB OTG FS and HS	USB OTG FS and HS	USB OTG FS and HS
Ethernet	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Encryption & Hash	No	Yes (AES, DES, TRNG)	No	Yes (AES, DES, TRNG)
ADC	3× 12-bit ADC	3× 12-bit ADC	3× 12-bit ADC	3× 12-bit ADC
DAC	2× 12-bit DAC	2× 12-bit DAC	2× 12-bit DAC	2× 12-bit DAC
Timers	17 (advanced, general-purpose, and basic)	17 (advanced, general-purpose, and basic)	16 (advanced, general-purpose, and basic)	16 (advanced, general-purpose, and basic)
Communication Interfaces	AN, I2C, SPI, USART, SDIO	AN, I2C, SPI, USART, SDIO	AN, I2C, SPI, USART, SDIO	AN, I2C, SPI, USART, SDIO
Operating Voltage	1.8 V to 3.6 V	1.8 V to 3.6 V	1.8 V to 3.6 V	1.8 V to 3.6 V
Applications	High-performance applications, real-time control, audio processing	High-performance, encryption-required, audio processing	Medium-high performance, IoT, industrial control	Medium-high performance, encryption-required industrial control

Main differences:

Core and performance: STM32F407 and STM32F417 use the ARM Cortex-M4 core with FPU for high-computation applications; STM32F207 and STM32F205 use the Cortex-M3 core for medium- and high-performance applications.

Encryption support: STM32F417 and STM32F205 support AES, DES and TRNG (True Random Number Generator) for applications that require encryption.

USB and Ethernet: All models support USB OTG (Full-Speed ​​and High-Speed) and Ethernet interfaces for network communication applications.

Operating voltage range: All models support operating voltages from 1.8 V to 3.6 V, adapting to a variety of power supply environments.

STM32F407ZET6 PDF Datasheet

STM32F407ZET6 datasheet

STM32F407ZET6 Similar

The STM32F407ZET6 microcontroller has some similar or alternative models that are similar to the STM32F407ZET6 in performance, functions, and peripheral support. Here are several recommended alternative models:

STM32F405 series: The STM32F405 series is also based on the ARM Cortex-M4 core, with similar main frequency (up to 168 MHz) and Flash storage capacity, suitable for similar high-performance applications. The main difference lies in some peripheral configurations, such as slightly different USB function support.

STM32F429 series: This series provides higher performance and integrates a TFT LCD controller for applications that require display control. Compatible with the STM32F407ZET6, but with increased complexity and cost.

STM32F446 series: Based on the ARM Cortex-M4 core, the main frequency is 180 MHz. This series provides similar peripherals and GPIO numbers, and slightly improved performance, suitable for applications that require additional processing power.

NXP LPC4078: This model is based on the ARM Cortex-M4 core, with similar main frequency and Flash/RAM configuration, and includes rich peripheral options such as CAN, USB and Ethernet. LPC4078 can be used as an alternative to STM32F407 for industrial and automation control.

ATSAME70Q21 (Microchip): Based on the ARM Cortex-M7 core, the main frequency is higher (300 MHz), and the performance and processing power are stronger than the STM32F407. Suitable for applications that require higher processing power, but may increase power consumption and cost.

GD32F407 (GigaDevice): GD32F407 is a domestic model based on the Cortex-M4 core and is highly compatible with the STM32F407 pins and functions. It is suitable for cost-sensitive application scenarios and is relatively smooth in development.

Each alternative model may differ in cost, peripheral support or performance, and these factors can be weighed according to application requirements when choosing.

STM32F407ZET6 FAQs

1. What are the main features of the STM32F407ZET6?

The STM32F407ZET6 uses the ARM Cortex-M4 core with a main frequency of up to 168 MHz and is equipped with a floating-point unit (FPU), which is suitable for handling complex floating-point calculation tasks.

The chip has 512 KB of Flash storage and 192 KB of SRAM, and supports multiple communication interfaces (such as UART, I2C, SPI, CAN and USB OTG).

It integrates a wealth of peripherals, such as 12-bit ADC and DAC, multiple timers, and PWM control functions, making it suitable for a variety of applications such as industrial control, audio processing, and data acquisition.

2. What development tools does the STM32F407ZET6 support?

STMicroelectronics provides the STM32CubeMX configuration tool and the STM32CubeIDE development environment for easy configuration, code generation, and writing.

You can also choose third-party IDEs such as Keil MDK and IAR Embedded Workbench. In addition, open source tool chains such as GCC and PlatformIO also support the chip.

3. What is the pin configuration and package of the STM32F407ZET6?

The STM32F407ZET6 uses an LQFP144 package and provides 144 pins. The pin configuration allows flexible connection to external devices and supports a wealth of GPIOs, communication interfaces, and timers.

In actual design, you can refer to the official ST pin mapping and function table to ensure correct configuration.

4. Does STM32F407ZET6 support real-time operating system (RTOS)?

Yes, STM32F407ZET6 supports various RTOS, such as FreeRTOS, CMSIS-RTOS, etc. Due to the efficient performance and floating-point computing capabilities of the Cortex-M4 core, it is very suitable for running real-time operating systems for complex embedded applications.

5. What are the application scenarios of STM32F407ZET6?

STM32F407ZET6 is widely used in industrial automation, audio processing, robot control, IoT devices, motor control and other fields. Its high performance and rich peripheral support make it suitable for processing multi-tasking systems and scenarios with high computing power requirements.