Everything You Need to Know About STM8S003F3P6TR Microcontroller

27 December 2023


Ⅰ. Overview of STM8S003F3P6TR

Ⅱ. Structure of STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller

Ⅲ. Package of STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller

Ⅳ. STM8S003F3P6TR price

Ⅴ. Advantages and application scenarios of STM8S003F3P6TR

Ⅵ. STM8S003F3P6TR specifications

Ⅶ. What are the characteristics of STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller?

Ⅷ. What should we pay attention to when we use STM8S003F3P6TR?



STM8S003F3P6TR is an 8-bit microcontroller chip for a variety of embedded applications requiring low power consumption and high performance. In this article, we will discuss the STM8S003F3P6TR strauture, features, specifications, package, price, advantages, applications and more. Let's get started!



Ⅰ. Overview of STM8S003F3P6TR

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The STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller chip, manufactured by STMicroelectronics, stands out as a versatile 8-bit processor designed on the robust STM8 core architecture. Boasting an ADC resolution of 10, this microcontroller offers precise analog-to-digital conversion capabilities. With an 8KB flash program memory and a maximum clock speed of 16 MHz, it provides ample space for program storage and ensures efficient processing speeds. Operating within a wide temperature range, from -40°C to 85°C, the STM8S003F3P6TR demonstrates its reliability and adaptability in diverse environments. Its power supply voltage ranges from 2.95 V to 5.5 V, offering flexibility in power configurations. This microcontroller finds its applications across various industries, including household appliances, automotive electronics, industrial automation, and security equipment, making it a go-to choice for developers seeking a powerful and versatile solution for their projects.


Alternative models:

STM8S103F3P3

STM8S003F3P6



Ⅱ. Structure of STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller


The STM8S003F3P6TR power chip structure mainly includes the following modules:


1. ADC module: supports 12-bit ADC, which can be used for analog signal acquisition


2. Storage module: includes 8KB flash memory and 640B RAM for storing programs and data


3. Power manager module: supports multiple protection functions, such as under-voltage lockout, over-voltage protection and over-temperature protection, etc.


4. Communication interface module: including SPI, I²C and UART and other communication interfaces, used to communicate with external devices


5. Timer module: includes 4 16-bit timers for timing and generating timing interrupts


6. CPU module: includes an 8-bit STM8S series core, mainly responsible for various operations and data processing of the controller



Ⅲ. Package of STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller


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The STM8S003F3P6TR comes in a TSSOP package with dimensions of 6.5mm in length, 4.4mm in width, and 1mm in height. It is equipped with 20 pins.



Ⅳ. STM8S003F3P6TR price


The October market price of STM8S003F3P6TR is 1.3 yuan to 1.5 yuan, which is down compared to September, but its official website price is $0.65 (about 4.76 yuan). It should be noted that there is an inversion between the current market price and the official website price. Despite this, there is news that the customer acceptance price of STM8S003F3P6TR is already lower than RMB 1 yuan.


STM8S003F3P6TR is ST's mainstream value series 8-bit MCU with 8 KB Flash, 16 MHz CPU and integrated EEPROM. It is widely used in wireless charging, shared bicycles, small home appliances and other fields. Currently, ST’s official website shows that STM8S003F3P6TR is “no longer recommended for new designs.” Although 8-bit MCUs have been greatly impacted by the overall cooling of the MCU market, their popularity has picked up this month. On third-party platforms, their inventory is also gradually growing. Some media pointed out that this shows that its demand has picked up recently.



Ⅴ. Advantages and application scenarios of STM8S003F3P6TR


We will detail the advantages of the STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller from two aspects, performance and features, respectively. First of all, from the aspect of performance, STM8S003F3P6TR MCU has fast startup time and streamlined internal structure. Thanks to an advanced manufacturing process, the STM8S003F3P6TR MCU executes instructions faster, making real-time control and data processing possible. At the same time, the streamlined internal structure reduces power consumption, which is conducive to prolonging the service life of the system. Secondly, the STM8S003F3P6TR MCU also has powerful communication capabilities. It supports a variety of communication interfaces, such as UART, SPI, I2C, etc., providing users with convenient communication methods. In addition, STM8S003F3P6TR MCU is equipped with rich peripheral interfaces, such as ADC, DAC, GPIO, etc., which can meet the needs of various complex applications.


In terms of features, the STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller has the advantages of high integration and cost-effectiveness, in addition to high performance and low power consumption. Firstly, STM8S003F3P6TR MCU integrates a variety of commonly used function modules such as watchdog, timer, interrupt controller, etc., which makes the system design more concise and efficient. Secondly, the price of STM8S003F3P6TR MCU is relatively more affordable, which is conducive to reducing the cost of the entire embedded system.



Ⅵ. STM8S003F3P6TR specifications

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Ⅶ. What are the characteristics of STM8S003F3P6TR microcontroller?


• The chip supports online debugging and programming functions, which is convenient for developers to debug and program the chip.


• Low power consumption: Employing a low-power consumption design, it has the capability to minimize energy usage in the energy-saving mode, thereby prolonging battery life.


• High performance: It utilizes a high-performance 8-bit STM8 core with fast computing power and response speed.


• Low voltage detection: STM8S003F3P6TR has a built-in low voltage detection circuit, which can detect whether the supply voltage is lower than the set value and trigger the corresponding interrupt or reset operation.


• Rich memory: With 8KB of flash memory and 1KB of RAM, the STM8S003F3P6TR possesses the capacity to store and process extensive programs and data.


• Multiple peripheral interfaces: STM8S003F3P6TR has a variety of built-in peripherals, including general-purpose input or output ports, timers, and serial communication interfaces, which allow it to easily connect to external devices and realize a variety of functions, and are able to meet the needs of various applications.



Ⅷ. What should we pay attention to when we use STM8S003F3P6TR?


STM8S003F3P6TR has stable performance, low power consumption, and supports a variety of communication interfaces and a wide range of application scenarios. These features make it widely used in industrial automation, automotive electronics, home appliances, remote controls and other fields. However, we need to pay attention to the following points.


First, although the chip has high performance and flexibility, we need to choose rationally and make scientific decisions based on actual application scenarios to avoid wasting resources and performance. Second, in system design and development, we need to consider the overall functions and requirements of the product comprehensively. In actual use, we also need to consider various issues comprehensively to ensure the quality and performance of the product. Finally, in order to better use the chip, we need to have certain software development skills, including the ability to program in C and assembly language, as well as basic microcontroller and embedded system programming skills.




Frequently Asked Questions


1. What is a microcontroller used for?


Microcontroller is a compressed micro computer manufactured to control the functions of embedded systems in office machines, robots, home appliances, motor vehicles, and a number of other gadgets. A microcontroller is comprises components like–memory, peripherals and most importantly a processor.


2. What is the maximum clock frequency supported by the STM8S003F3P6TR?


The STM8S003F3P6TR supports a maximum clock frequency of 16 MHz.


3. Can the STM8S003F3P6TR be programmed using C language?


Yes, the STM8S003F3P6TR can be programmed using C language, and STMicroelectronics provides development tools and libraries to facilitate software development.


4. Is there an integrated ADC (Analog-to-Digital Converter) in the STM8S003F3P6TR?


Yes, the STM8S003F3P6TR is equipped with an integrated 10-bit ADC for analog-to-digital conversion.