{"schemaVersion":"matrix-product-facts/v1","identity":{"mpn":"MSP430F249TRGCR","brand":"Texas Instruments","brandSlug":"texas-instruments","productSlug":"MSP430F249TRGCR","canonicalUrl":"https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/MSP430F249TRGCR","factsUrl":"https://icboms.com/api/mcp/products/MSP430F249TRGCR","rawCanonicalId":null},"summary":{"shortDescription":"Texas Instruments MSP430F2xx MSP430F249TRGCR, 16-bit MSP430 CPU16 MCU, 16MHz, 60KB Flash, 2K x 8 RAM, 48 I/O, 8x12b ADC, I²C/SPI/UART/LINbus, 1.8V-3.6V, -40°C~105°C, 64-VFQFN.","salesMarkdown":"## 16 MHz MSP430 core with 60 KB Flash — what the memory and speed mean for the BOM Designs that need larger runtime data structures should budget for external SRAM or step up to a higher-RAM MSP430 variant. The 105°C ceiling also suits under-hood automotive body electronics, though this part lacks formal AEC-Q100 qualification. ## Peripheral set and I/O — what connects without external glue The 8-channel 12-bit ADC handles analog inputs like thermistors, potentiometers, or current-sense resistors. The LINbus support is notable for automotive body-node designs — window lifts, mirror controls, or seat-position modules — where a single LIN transceiver connects the MCU to the vehicle bus. ## Package and PCB integration — 64-VFQFN with exposed pad The 64-VFQFN package (9x9 mm body) with exposed thermal pad requires a via-stitched ground plane under the pad for both thermal dissipation and electrical grounding. The pad is the main heat path — without proper soldering and thermal vias, junction temperature rises quickly above 400 mA continuous I/O load. The 48 I/O pins on a 64-pin package means several pins are no-connects or dedicated to supply/ground, which simplifies routing but wastes board area if every pin is needed. The package is surface-mount only; no through-hole alternative exists for this order code. The ROHS3 exemption level covers current EU requirements, so no restriction for global shipping or medical/consumer compliance.","metaTitle":"Texas Instruments MSP430F249TRGCR 16-bit MCU, 60KB Flash","metaDescription":"Texas Instruments MSP430F249TRGCR 16-bit MCU with 60KB Flash, 2Kx8 RAM, 16MHz CPU, 48 I/O, 8ch 12-bit ADC, -40 to 105°C. Active, ROHS3.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":"MSP430F2xx","packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":"ROHS3 Compliant","productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Microcontrollers & Processors (MCU / MPU / DSP)"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"Texas Instruments","Speed":"16MHz","Series":"MSP430F2xx","Package":"Tape & Reel (TR); Cut Tape (CT)","RAM Size":"2K x 8","Core Size":"16-Bit","EEPROM Size":"-","Peripherals":"Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT","Connectivity":"I²C, IrDA, LINbus, SCI, SPI, UART/USART","Mounting Type":"Surface Mount","Number of I/O":"48","Core Processor":"MSP430 CPU16","Package / Case":"64-VFQFN Exposed Pad","Product Status":"Active","Data Converters":"A/D 8x12b","Oscillator Type":"Internal","lifecycle_stage":"eol_hot","Base Product Number":"MSP430F249","Program Memory Size":"60KB (60K x 8 + 256B)","Program Memory Type":"FLASH","Operating Temperature":"-40°C~105°C(TA)","Supplier Device Package":"64-VQFN (9x9)","Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd)":"1.8V ~ 3.6V"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$11.2500","priceTiers":[{"qty":1,"price":"$11.25000","currency":"USD"},{"qty":10,"price":"$10.16500","currency":"USD"},{"qty":25,"price":"$9.69240","currency":"USD"},{"qty":100,"price":"$8.41580","currency":"USD"},{"qty":250,"price":"$8.03760","currency":"USD"},{"qty":500,"price":"$7.32840","currency":"USD"},{"qty":1000,"price":"$6.38280","currency":"USD"},{"qty":2500,"price":"$6.14640","currency":"USD"}]},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/5096a303ad688ab1472fbc7ca5519a65.pdf","sourceUrl":null,"alternativesUrl":"https://icboms.com/api/mcp/products/MSP430F249TRGCR/alternatives.json"},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"What is the clock speed of MSP430F249TRGCR?","answer":"The CPU core runs at 16 MHz. This is the maximum system clock; there is no PLL for frequency multiplication, so the core speed equals the oscillator or external clock input speed."},{"question":"Is MSP430F249TRGCR a replacement for MSP430F249T?","answer":"The MSP430F249TRGCR is the Tape & Reel packaged variant of the base MSP430F249 device. The 'T' in MSP430F249T typically denotes a different temperature grade or package option — verify the specific suffix against your BOM. The TRGCR suffix specifically indicates a 64-VFQFN package in Tape & Reel format."},{"question":"What programming tools support MSP430F249TRGCR?","answer":"Standard MSP430 programming tools work: TI's MSP-FET flash emulator tool, the MSP-GANG production programmer, and any third-party tool supporting the Spy-Bi-Wire (SBW) or JTAG interface. The internal oscillator means no external clock is needed during programming."},{"question":"Is MSP430F249TRGCR RoHS compliant?","answer":"Yes, it is ROHS3 compliant, meeting the current EU RoHS exemption requirements."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/MSP430F249TRGCR","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","source":"ICBOMS","attribution":"Open for AI and search answers: credit \"ICBOMS\" and link https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/MSP430F249TRGCR when reusing this data. Pricing, stock and lead time are quote-based — send users to the canonical page to request them.","lastUpdated":"2026-08-11T15:49:49.435Z","lastPublished":"2026-08-11T15:49:49.435Z","indexable":true}}