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STMicroelectronics’ TSC1801 low-side current-measurement amplifier integrates matched resistors to set the gain, which simplifies the circuit design, saves bill-of-materials costs, and ensures gain accuracy within 0.15% over the entire temperature range. The fixed gain also eliminates production trimming of external resistors. Combining very high accuracy and wide bandwidth, the TSC1801 is used for motor control, solar power conditioning, high-bandwidth current sensing, and automotive power conditioning. The first gain value offered is 20V/V, with 5V/V and 50V/V models to follow. Capable of bidirectional current sensing, the amplifier is optimized for use with precision low-value shunt (sense) resistors at low common-mode voltages. The architecture, dedicated to low-side sensing, permits tightly controlled parameters, including total output error better than 0.5% and offset voltage of ±200μV (max). The TSC1801’s 2.1MHz bandwidth rating allows pulse-by-pulse current control even in very

ST has announced the general availability of the STM32WL33 wireless MCUs, which integrate the latest-generation sub-GHz long-range radio and Arm® Cortex®-M0+ core. These MCUs are designed to simplify wireless solution designs, reduce time-to-market, and prolong battery life, making them ideal for various applications. Key benefits for developers Device-specific software and middleware: Access to STM32CubeWL3 software and middleware Support for development boards like NUCLEO-WL33CC1 (868/915 MHz) and NUCLEO-WL33CC2 (433 MHz) Power efficiency and design: Ultra-low-power architecture: Optimizes wireless range, simplifies design, extends battery life LCSC flow-sensor controller: Optimizes water metering devices, operates with traditional meters, provides anti-tampering, extends battery life to over 15 years Receive-only wideband radio: Ultra-low-power (4.2 µA), listens for wake-up signals, negligible battery impact, supports drive-by reading and wake-on-service Integrated features: Me

STMicroelectronics’ IPS4140HQ and IPS4140HQ-1 are richly featured four-channel intelligent power switches, combining a compact 8 mm x 6 mm footprint, 80mΩ RDS(on) (max.) per channel, and 10.5V-36V operating range with extensive diagnostic and protection features. Suited to driving any kind of resistive, capacitive, or inductive load with one side connected to the ground, the switches are used in programmable logic controllers, peripheral input/output ports of industrial PCs, and numerical control machines. With a preset current limit of 0.7A in the IPS4140HQ and 1.0A in the IPS4140HQ-1, the switches also tolerate 41 V maximum applied voltage to enhance system safety and reliability. Per-channel protection and diagnostics include short-circuit protection, as well as temperature monitoring that can turn off and restart overloaded channels independently to maximize system-level fault tolerance and simplify automated recovery. In addition, case-overtemperature monitoring that shuts down th

The EVLSERVO1 servo driver reference design from STMicroelectronics offers a highly compact solution specifically engineered for high-power motor-control applications, providing designers with a turnkey platform to explore, develop, and prototype without compromises. Delivering 3kW in a compact (50 mm x 80 mm x 60 mm) form factor, the EVLSERVO1 offers a rich set of features for servo motor control in applications including industrial and home automation, home appliances, servo drives, e-bikes, and service and automation robots. Featuring the advanced STSPIN32G4 intelligent motor driver, the EVLSERVO1 allows developers to implement sensorless or sensored field-oriented control (FOC) with one, two, or three shunts; advanced position or torque control algorithms; or six-step control modes. It combines the STSPIN32G4 with a power stage optimized for nominal bus voltages from 24V to 48V.             The system drives three-phase brushless motors at up to 2kW

ST’s VIPerGaN65D flyback converter, with its SOIC16 outline, permits extremely small and economical power supplies, adapters, and USB-PD (Power Delivery) fast chargers up to 65W with universal input voltage. The quasi-resonant offline converter integrates a 700V gallium nitride (GaN) transistor and optimized gate driver with typical protection features, making wide-bandgap technology easily accessible to elevate power density and efficiency. The GaN transistor operates at up to 240kHz, with minimal switching losses, permitting a small flyback transformer, small passive components, and a compact, low-cost circuit board. While other members of the VIPerGaN family are packaged in 5mm x 6mm DFN, the VIPerGaN65D is packaged into a more traditional SO16n (narrow) outline. The converter operates with zero-voltage switching and can adjust the valley-synchronization delay to ensure the GaN transistor always turns on at the valley of the drain resonance. Also featuring dynamic blanking time

STMicroelectronics has extended its industry-proven family of NFC readers with the addition of the ST25R300, a high-performance device that provides exceptional wakeup range and robustness for applications from e-payments to wireless charging. The ST25R300 offers significantly higher power output (up to 2.2W) and extended range capabilities, allowing designers the freedom to use compact antenna components. The device’s high output power also provides outstanding receiver sensitivity and reliability in electrically noisy environments, such as payment or access-control applications when the reader’s antenna is located behind an LCD screen or metal casing. The ST25R300 is the latest addition to ST’s industry-proven range of NFC Forum universal devices supporting NFC reader/writer, NFC passive P2P initiator and target, and NFC card emulation modes. It is fully compliant with EMVCo 3.x and NFC‑A/B (ISO14443A/B) specifications, including higher bit rates, as well as NFC-F (FeliCa™), NFC-V (I

ST AIoT Craft revolutionizes the way that you develop edge AI and IoT solutions, with a seamless approach to real-time or offline dataset creation and management, and generation of AI algorithms for the machine learning core (MLC) technology inside MEMS sensors. Experience a no-code environment leveraging AutoML to effortlessly build machine learning models based on decision trees for inertial MEMS sensors. You can validate model performance directly on hardware sensor nodes via intuitive web and mobile apps, guaranteeing real-world reliability. ST also provides reference designs and components to help you explore and evaluate use cases and proofs-of-concept for your innovations, along with project and model management functionality to help you streamline development and reduce time-to-market. Edge AI classification results can be used in end-to-end applications thanks to the ability of ST AIoT Craft to deploy and configure sensor nodes, gateways, and cloud data ingestion resources. Th

16g/80g dual-range IMU with edge processing brings advanced sports monitoring to affordable wearables to “train like a pro!”. ST’s innovative LSM6DSV80X combines two accelerometer structures for 16 g and 80 g full-scale sensing, a gyroscope up 4000 dps, and embedded intelligence in a single component. Capable of measuring events ranging from slight movements to intense impacts with equal accuracy, the new sensor enables enhanced features in devices such as wearables and sports trackers. ST’s new MEMS sensor is set to redefine standards and expectations in markets for consumer and specialist wearables. By incorporating the LSM6DSV80X personal electronic devices can provide advanced capabilities such as training analysis and performance benchmarking to help athletes improve their technique. While the low-g accelerometer tracks and identifies activities like walking, running, and gesture-based interactions, high-g measurement handles energetic movements that can saturate conventional IMUs

Digital power is transforming the way we design and manage power supplies, offering unprecedented efficiency, flexibility, and control. ST is leading this transformation with cutting-edge solutions and comprehensive support to help engineers fully leverage digital power. Benefits of digital power Digital power technology integrates MCUs into power supply designs, enabling advanced features such as: Enhanced efficiency: optimize power conversion and reduce energy losses Precise control: implement sophisticated control algorithms for better performance Flexibility: easily adapt to different applications and requirements Real-time monitoring: continuously monitor and adjust power parameters for optimal operation ST digital power ecosystem ST offers a comprehensive digital power ecosystem centered around the STM32 family of MCUs, providing all the tools and resources needed for successful design and implementation. STM32 MCUs: high-performance MCUs with advanced peripherals tailored for

Developing context-aware applications with MEMS sensors is faster, more powerful, and more flexible with ST’s latest-generation sensor evaluation board, the STEVAL-MKI109D. Now upgraded with an STM32H5 microcontroller, USB-C connector, and extra digital interfaces including I3C for flexible communication, the new board lets users quickly evaluate sensors and confidently handle demanding projects. Engineers unveiled the STEVAL-MKI109D during a live tech lab, showing how to simply plug in a sensor module, connect a PC, and start analyzing data in ST MEMS-Studio. Using this all-in-one graphical environment, developers can visualize the sensor output, quickly fine-tune settings, configure features, and exercise the AI capabilities of ST sensors with a machine-learning core (MLC) and intelligent sensor processing unit (ISPU) inside. The tool provides advanced functions including power monitoring and supply voltage management that help optimize energy consumption and debugging. ST’s MEMS por

ST is making it easier to explore creative applications for contactless near-field communication (NFC) technology with a novel development kit featuring the new ST25R200 reader/writer IC. ST’s latest-generation ST25R200 NFC transceiver combines an advanced design for strong and clear wireless connections with low power consumption and controls for signal quality and power management. The STEVAL-25R200SA kit for reader evaluation contains an ultra-compact ST25R200 board, ready for power-up, and multiple antennas that let users try single, dual, and flexible designs. The evaluation kit is complete with a 50-Ohm antenna interface and programmable tags. This modular kit helps quickly build proof-of-concept models to demonstrate convenient short-range wireless communications for device pairing, configuring settings, or product authentication to ensure brand protection. The main board and antennas are NFC-certified and suitable for diverse industrial, consumer, and health technologies, such

The VNH9030AQ integrated full-bridge DC motor driver handles diverse automotive uses including functional-safety applications. As well as integrating advanced diagnostics, the driver has a dedicated pin for real-time output status that saves external circuitry and slims the bill of materials. With RDS(on) of 30mΩ per leg, the VNH9030AQ efficiently handles mid- and low-power DC motor driven applications such as door-control modules, washer pumps, powered lift gates, powered trunks, and seat adjusters. Contributing to the driver’s high overall efficiency, and saving external components, integrated non-dissipative current-sense circuitry monitors the current flowing through the device to distinguish each motor phase. The standby power consumption is very low over the full operating temperature range, easing use in zonal controller platforms. The VNH9030AQ integrates the high-side and low-side MOSFETs with gate drivers, diagnostics, and protection against overvoltage transients, undervolta

Are you a developer looking to streamline your workflow with MEMS sensors? Look no further! MEMS-Studio is here to enhance your experience with ST’s MEMS sensors. This intuitive software tool integrates various functionalities, from sensor evaluation to code creation, all in one platform. Why MEMS-Studio? MEMS-Studio combines the best of ST's existing tools like Unico-GUI, Unicleo-GUI, and AlgoBuilder into a single, powerful platform. It offers seamless configuration and testing of in-sensor features such as the finite state machine (FSM), machine learning core (MLC), and intelligent sensor processing unit (ISPU). Key features Comprehensive sensor evaluation: Easily evaluate a broad range of sensors and visualize data in real-time. No-Code algorithm design: Create and test algorithms graphically without writing a single line of code. Advanced data analysis: Perform runtime and offline data analysis with ease. Broad hardware support: Compatible with STM32 Nucleo bo

ST has introduced an IO-Link reference design for industrial beacons and home-appliance alarms, delivered ready-to-use as a fully built board complete with protocol stack and application software. The EVLIOL4LSV1 board leverages ST’s L6364Q dual-channel IO-Link transceiver to handle communications and the IPS4260L intelligent low-side power switch for driving the indicator lights. The board can be directly connected to signaling systems such as smart tower lights used in factory automation, funnel material alarms for quantity-remaining or urgency-level awareness, and other system warnings. It also provides a fast way to test the IPS4260L and L6364Q ICs and has a 4-pin M12 connector for an IO-LINK master and a 5-pin SWD connector for programming. An STM32G071CB microcontroller, which hosts the ST proprietary IO-Link demo stack and the application software, handles system control and diagnostics, communicating with the transceiver and low-side switch. The L6364Q transceiver is fully prot

Accelerating the design of gallium-nitride (GaN) power supplies (PSUs) that deliver superior efficiency and power density, STMicroelectronics has launched the EVL250WMG1L resonant-converter reference design based on the MasterGaN1L System-in-Package (SiP). ST’s MasterGaN SiPs combine GaN power transistors with gate drivers specially optimized to ensure fast and perfectly controlled switching. Using these SiPs in place of an equivalent network of discrete components helps maximize performance and reliability while also accelerating design and saving PCB space. The new reference design targets industrial applications where space is limited and efficiency is critical. Combining the MasterGaN1L, which contains two 650V 150mΩ GaN FETs, with ST’s L6599A resonant controller, the PSU achieves peak efficiency over 94% and operates without heatsinks on the primary side. Also leveraging ST’s SRK2001A synchronous-rectification controller, the unit has a compact overall footprint of 80mm x 50mm and

ST has revealed a flexible power-management IC for highly integrated processors like Stellar automotive microcontrollers that lets users program the power-up sequence and fine-tune output voltages and current ranges to fulfill system requirements. The SPSB100 can be used throughout vehicles, in zonal control unit (ZCU), vehicle control platform (VCP), body control (BCM), and gateway modules. The SPSB100, with three switched-mode buck converters and two linear voltage regulators (LDOs), supplies the voltage rails required for the system microcontroller and can power external peripheral loads and sensors. Additionally, there are two wake-up inputs and advanced failsafe functionalities. An internal boost controller stabilizes the power during transients such as cold-cranking pulses, start/stop operation, and weak battery conditions. All the SPSB100 buck converters have overcurrent detection and current limiting for safety, with built-in soft start to prevent excessive inrush currents. Two

ST’ L99MH98 8-channel gate driver brings patented features for building automotive motor drives without sensing resistors, reducing power dissipation and the bill of materials. The L99MH98 can drive four external full bridges, eight half bridges or single high-side/low-side powering mechanisms such as seat-position adjusters, window lifters, sunroofs, pumps, seatbelt pretensioners, and other actuators. The L99MH98 can also drive resistive loads such as heaters, and the internal circuitry contains a charge pump whose output can control a reverse-battery protection MOSFET. While the drivers can control both logic-level and standard-level MOSFETs, extended gate current capability, programmable up to 120mA, permits driving large numbers of external MOSFETs. Three-stage gate control, which applies the gate signal in three steps, helps to minimize electromagnetic emissions. Designed to provide each MOSFET’s drain-source voltage (VDS) to an analog-digital converter (ADC), the L99MH98 leverage

The STM32C0x1 MCUs feature the Arm Cortex®-M0+ core and run up to 48 MHz. Compact, affordable, and reliable, the STM32C071 product line includes a USB host and crystal-less device, up to 128 Kbytes of flash and 24 Kbytes of RAM. With larger memory options and USB connectivity, the STM32C071 line now gives more flexibility to upgrade existing applications and create new products. The line also offers 12-to-64-pin packages, in WLCSP, TSSOP, UFQFPN, LQFP, UFBGA profiles. Replace traditional segment displays with modern graphical display solutions thanks to the NUCLEO-C071RB The STM32C0 Nucleo board, NUCLEO-C071RB, helps you achieve modern display capabilities, particularly ideal for STM32 entry-level graphics. By replacing traditional segment displays with modern graphic display solutions, it offers a smartphone-inspired user experience. This upgrade is cost-effective, ensuring a minimal increase in the bill of materials (BOM) cost. TouchGFX, a free GUI tool, simplifies development

TS3121 and TS3121A rail-to-rail, open-drain, single channel comparators feature a novel failsafe architecture and guaranteed start-up time that simplify powering up for short periods to minimize consumption in low-power applications. Ideal for use in industrial controls, building automation, power tools, smart metering, as well as in automotive powertrain and body-control modules. The failsafe architecture allows analog sensor voltages to remain at the inputs when the supply voltage is cut, which ensures robust performance and helps simplify application firmware. The guaranteed start-up time allows frequent power cycling with extended off duration for maximum power savings. Inspired by industrial robots that use sensors running from a back-up battery to maintain positional awareness while the main system turns off saving power, these comparators fulfill diverse automation applications. Also featuring independent supply, I/O, and output voltage domains that allow flexible level shi

ST has introduced 40V STripFET F8 MOSFETs with standard threshold voltage (VGS(th)), combining the advantages of the enhanced trench gate technology with superior noise immunity for applications with non-logic-level control. The industrial-grade STL300N4F8 and automotive-grade STL305N4F8AG MOSFETs have a drain current rating above 300A and maximum RDS(on) of 1mΩ, permitting outstanding efficiency in high-power applications. Enhancing dynamic performance, the total gate charge of 65nC (typical) with low device capacitances (Ciss, Crss) ensure minimal losses at high switching frequency. The MOSFET body diode assists efficiency and reliability with low forward voltage and fast reverse recovery. With the new device series, designers can take advantage of ST’s latest STripFET F8 technology in power supplies, converters, and motor drives of equipment like cordless appliances and industrial tools. The MOSFETs’ efficiency extends runtime per battery charge and reduces heat dissipation allowing

The new version of Secure Manager for STM32H5 is now available, offering significant security improvements and new features that are highly beneficial for developers. Key benefits of secure manager V1.2.0 Enhanced security: significant improvements to make applications more resilient against threats Third-party security services: new support from ST partner, ProvenRun, offering standard and premium support, optional professional services, and more Footprint optimizations: increased maximum allowed application size AES GCM multipart support: improved encryption capabilities Improved debug capabilities: enhanced tools for better debugging How secure manager V1.2.0 enhances security Security within an MCU or MPU application is complex and costly. The new European Cyber Resilience Act mandates that every digital object must focus on cybersecurity. Secure Manager V1.2.0 addresses these requirements seamlessly: Security by design: high security service design maintained and corrected by S

ST’s STSPIN32 drivers combine a general-purpose STM32 microcontroller (MCU) with a feature-rich three-phase gate driver to simplify design, save PCB area and accelerate time to market. The eight new STSPIN32G0 devices contain gate drivers rated 45V, 250V and 600V, targeting applications from battery-operated appliances and power tools to industrial automation, robots, HVAC systems and line-powered home appliances. The new devices integrate an STM32G031 microcontroller, based on the Arm® Cortex®-M0+ core, which has the computing power to handle popular control algorithms, including six-step control and field-oriented control (FOC). FOC implementation can be sensored or sensorless, with one, two, or three shunts. Additional features that help simplify system design include a 12-bit ADC, internal voltage reference buffer, an advanced motor-control timer, and digital interfaces including I2C, USART, and SPI. Up to 32 general-purpose I/O pins (GPIOs), 64KB of Flash, and 8KB of SRAM give dev

TTTech's Time-Sensitive Networking (TSN) switch IP is now integrated into ST's STM32MP25 microprocessor, offering safe and secure connectivity of applications to standard Ethernet networks, with several key benefits for developers addressing switch, PLC or IPC solutions. What's new and its impact TTTech's TSN Switch IP is recognized as the most mature and best-in-class solution available in the market. For developers, this means a reliable and robust networking foundation, reducing the risk of integration issues and ensuring long-term support. The seamless integration of the TSN Switch Core and Endpoint into the STM32MP25 translates to the lowest eBOM for embedded TSN switching and deterministic communication. Additionally, the availability and support of standard-compliant open-source software and configuration tools for the TSN ecosystem streamline the development process. Developers can leverage these resources to accelerate their projects and ensure compliance with industry standar

ST AIoT Craft, a new web-based tool, simplifies developing and provisioning node-to-cloud AIoT (Artificial Intelligence of Things) projects that use the machine-learning core (MLC) of ST’s smart MEMS sensors. The MLC is unique to the ST MEMS portfolio and enables decision-tree learning models to run directly in the sensor. Capable of operating autonomously, without host-system involvement, the MLC ensures low latency with low power consumption and efficiently handles tasks that require AI skills such as classification and pattern detection.   ST AIoT Craft also integrates all the steps needed for developing and provisioning IoT projects that leverage the MLC for in-sensor AI and offers a secure and user-friendly approach. There is robust cyber protection for data in the cloud and the web-based tool is conveniently accessed online without downloading to desktop. This saves time for users as it requires no installation, and eases collaboration between different team members such as

Earlier this year, the launch of the STM32H523 and STM32H533 MCUs expanded the STM32 high-performance portfolio, offering enhanced performance, security, power efficiency, and advanced embedded peripherals. What’s new in the two lines? STM32H523 product line: Memory: 256 to 512 Kbytes of flash memory and 272 Kbytes of SRAM Package options: Available in 48 to 144 pins packages in BGA and LQFP profiles, as well as WLCSP39 and UFQFN48 packages, allowing developers to choose the best fit for their design constraints STM32H533 product line: Memory: 512 Kbytes of flash memory, offering substantial storage for applications requiring more memory Additional features: Includes an encryption accelerator engine (AES, PKA, and OTFDEC) and ST-iROT, which enhance security features Certifications: Targets SESIP3 and PSA Level 3 certifications Both lines feature the Arm Cortex®-M33 core with TrustZone® for Armv8-M, DSP, and a floating-point unit (FPU) running up to 250