STM32F3 Discovery kit (STM32 F3 series - with STM32F303C MCU, 3D gyroscope, 3D compass and 3D magnetometer)

The STM32F3 Discovery kit (STM32F3DISCOVERY) is a development platform based on the STM32F303VCT6 microcontroller, featuring a 32-bit ARM Cortex-M4 processor with Floating Point Unit (FPU) and DSP instructions running at 72 MHz.

This board is designed to explore the mixed-signal capabilities of the STM32F3 series. It integrates an ST-LINK/V2 debugger/programmer, an L3GD20 gyroscope, and a combined LSM303DLHC accelerometer/magnetometer module. All microcontroller pins are accessible via extension headers for easy prototyping.

Specifications

• Microcontroller: STM32F303VCT6 (LQFP100), 256 KByte Flash, 48 KByte SRAM
• CPU: ARM Cortex-M4 at 72 MHz with FPU and DSP instructions
• Debugger/Programmer: Integrated ST-LINK/V2 (SWD port, Virtual COM port depending on PCB version)
• Motion Sensors: L3GD20 3-axis gyroscope and LSM303DLHC 3-axis accelerometer/magnetometer
• Analog Peripherals: 12-bit ADC (5 MSPS), 12-bit DAC, Programmable Gain Amplifiers, fast comparators
• Indicators: 10 LEDs (power, USB communication, and 8 user LEDs in various colors)
• Inputs/Outputs: 2 push-buttons (user and reset), Mini-B USB connector (device and host)
• Power Supply: via USB bus or external source (3 V / 5 V)

A comprehensive free software library, including application examples (STM32CubeF3), is available on the STMicroelectronics website to accelerate development.