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The device integrates 2 KB of SRAM, a 10-channel 12-bit ADC, a 4-channel 12-bit DAC, and serial interfaces including I²C, SPI, and UART. ## 24 MHz core and FRAM — what they mean for firmware and throughput The 24 MHz clock rate is the CPU's maximum operating frequency. For a 16-bit RISC core, this delivers enough throughput for real-time control loops like PID in motor drives or periodic sensor reads without needing an external timer. The FRAM program memory eliminates the write-erase cycle overhead of Flash — firmware updates over UART or I²C can write new code in-place without sector-erase delays. The 2 KB SRAM is modest; data logging and large buffers will need external memory or careful allocation. ## Integrated ADC and DAC — analog front-end without extra chips The 10-channel 12-bit ADC and 4-channel 12-bit DAC on-chip reduce external component count in mixed-signal designs. The ADC can sample multiple analog inputs (e.g., temperature, pressure, current sense) sequentially, while the DAC can generate analog setpoints or bias voltages. This integration saves board area and BOM cost in applications like programmable power supplies or sensor conditioners. ## 38-TSSOP package — rework and layout notes The 38-TSSOP (0.173\" body width, 4.40 mm) is a fine-pitch surface-mount package. It reworks well under hot air with a fine nozzle — the leads are exposed, so inspection and touch-up are straightforward. The pad layout should match the supplier package drawing; the 0.65 mm pitch demands a stencil with good aperture alignment for consistent solder paste volume. Orientation is marked by pin 1 chamfer on the package body.","metaTitle":"TI MSP430FR2353TDBTR 16-bit MCU, 24 MHz, 16 KB FRAM","metaDescription":"Texas Instruments MSP430FR2353TDBTR 16-bit MCU with 24 MHz CPU, 16 KB FRAM, 2 KB SRAM, 10x12-bit ADC, 4x12-bit DAC. Industrial temp -40 to 105°C.","metaKeywords":null},"attributes":{"series":null,"packageCase":null,"mountingType":null,"rohsStatus":null,"productStatus":"Active","categoryPath":["Microcontrollers & Processors (MCU / MPU / DSP)"],"specifications":{"Mfr":"Texas Instruments","Speed":"24MHz","Series":"MSP430™ FRAM","Package":"Tape & Reel (TR)","RAM Size":"2K x 8","Core Size":"16-Bit","EEPROM Size":"-","Peripherals":"Brown-out Detect/Reset, POR, PWM, WDT","Connectivity":"I²C, IrDA, SPI, UART/USART","Mounting Type":"Surface Mount","Number of I/O":"34","Core Processor":"MSP430 CPU16","Package / Case":"38-TFSOP (0.173\\\", 4.40mm Width)","Product Status":"Active","Data Converters":"A/D 10x12b; D/A 4x12b","Oscillator Type":"Internal","lifecycle_stage":"eol_hot","Base Product Number":"MSP430FR2353","Program Memory Size":"16KB (16K x 8)","Program Memory Type":"FRAM","Operating Temperature":"-40°C~105°C(TA)","Supplier Device Package":"38-TSSOP","Voltage - Supply (Vcc/Vdd)":"1.8V ~ 3.6V"}},"commercial":{"minOrderQty":null,"leadTime":null,"referencePrice":"$1.9344","stockQuantity":0,"priceTiers":null},"links":{"datasheetUrl":"https://cdn.icboms.com/3a85d310540a3c4f5d177e32735b1ac1.pdf","sourceUrl":null},"ai":{"faq":[{"question":"Is MSP430FR2353TDBTR a direct replacement for MSP430F2353?","answer":"No — the MSP430FR2353 uses FRAM program memory, while the MSP430F2353 uses Flash. The pinout and peripheral set may differ; verify compatibility from the respective datasheets before substituting."},{"question":"What development tools work with MSP430FR2353TDBTR?","answer":"Standard MSP430 development tools are compatible, including TI's Code Composer Studio, IAR Embedded Workbench for MSP430, and the MSP430 LaunchPad development kits. The JTAG/SWD interface (SBW) is supported by TI's MSP-FET programmer."},{"question":"What is the operating frequency of MSP430FR2353TDBTR?","answer":"The core processor runs at 24 MHz maximum, as listed in the device specifications."},{"question":"How much FRAM does MSP430FR2353TDBTR have?","answer":"It has 16 KB of FRAM program memory (16K x 8), which is non-volatile and offers high write endurance."}],"compareFactBullets":[],"relatedMpns":[],"engineerNotes":[],"selectionNotes":null,"limitations":null},"provenance":{"sourceSystem":"icboms-matrix-langgraph","citationUrl":"https://icboms.com/texas-instruments/MSP430FR2353TDBTR","citationPolicyUrl":"https://icboms.com/llms.txt","lastUpdated":"2026-07-17T19:50:00.618Z","lastPublished":"2026-07-17T19:50:00.618Z","indexable":true}}