STM32F3DISCOVERY is a STM32F3 series discovery kit from STMicroelectronics, based on the STM32F303VCT6 microcontroller (ARM Cortex-M4 core). It integrates rich peripherals and sensors, designed to help developers quickly get started with application development for STM32F3 series MCUs. The kit includes debugging tools, MEMS sensors, LEDs, buttons, and other components, suitable for prototyping and functional verification in motor control, motion detection, IoT, and other fields.
Key Features
High-Performance Main Control:Equipped with the STM32F303VCT6 microcontroller, featuring 256KB Flash and 48KB RAM in an LQFP100 package, supporting complex algorithm execution and multi-task processing.
Integrated Debug Tool:On-board ST-LINK/V2 (for PCB versions A/B) or ST-LINK/V2-B (for PCB version C and newer), providing debug port, virtual COM port (V2-B only), and mass storage (V2-B only), enabling development without additional debuggers.
Rich Sensor Configuration:Includes L3GD20 3-axis digital gyroscope and LSM303DLHC 3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis magnetometer, enabling motion detection and attitude recognition.
Flexible Power Supply & Expansion:Supports USB bus power or external 3V/5V supply; expansion header exposes all LQFP100 I/Os for easy connection to prototype boards and probing.
Comprehensive Development Support:Offers free software resources (STM32CubeF3 package or STSW-STM32118 library) and various example programs, supporting mainstream toolchains like IAR, Keil, and GCC.
USB Mini-B (user), expansion header (all I/Os exposed)
Supported Tools
IAR EWARM, Keil MDK-ARM, GCC-based IDEs (e.g., SW4STM32)
Typical Applications
In motion control prototype development, the STM32F303VCT6 chip of STM32F3DISCOVERY can implement complex motor control algorithms via its high-performance Cortex-M4 core. The on-board gyroscope and accelerometer enable real-time device attitude data collection, and the expansion interface allows connection to motor driver modules, quickly verifying the feasibility of motion control systems.
For IoT node testing, the kit supports USB communication and sensor data collection. Developers can use example programs to quickly read, process, and upload sensor data, with on-board LEDs and buttons for interaction testing, eliminating the need for additional hardware platforms and accelerating IoT application prototyping.
Why Choose STM32F3DISCOVERY?
Ready-to-Use:Integrates debug tools, sensors, and peripherals, enabling development without extra accessories, lowering entry barriers.
Comprehensive Functionality:Covers core MCU, sensors, and interfaces, meeting diverse application scenarios like motion detection, control, and communication.
Easy Development:Supports mainstream tools and free software libraries with rich examples, shortening development cycles.
High Expandability:Expansion header exposes all pins, facilitating connection to external modules for versatile prototyping.
Cost-Effective:Provides a complete STM32F3 development environment at a low cost, suitable for individual developers and enterprise prototyping.
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1. What is the main chip model of STM32F3DISCOVERY? >
The main chip is STM32F303VCT6, with 256KB Flash, 48KB RAM, and LQFP100 package.
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2. What functions does the on-board ST-LINK provide? >
It offers a debug interface; the V2-B version also supports virtual COM port and mass storage for easy programming and data transmission.
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3. What sensors are included in the kit? >
It includes L3GD20 3-axis gyroscope and LSM303DLHC (3-axis accelerometer + 3-axis magnetometer) for motion and direction detection.
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4. Which development tools are supported? >
It is compatible with IAR EWARM, Keil MDK-ARM, and GCC-based IDEs (e.g., SW4STM32), fitting various development habits.
Packaging data
Model
Included Components
Debug Tool Version
Applicable PCB Versions
STM32F3DISCOVERY
Discovery board, USB cable, documentation
ST-LINK/V2 or ST-LINK/V2-B
A/B (V2), C and newer (V2-B)
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