16-bit MSP430 at 16 MHz — what it means on the bench
Serial connectivity covers I²C, SPI, UART/USART, LIN, and IrDA, so this part can sit on a mixed-protocol backplane or handle a sensor hub with multiple digital outputs. The internal oscillator keeps the BOM lean — no external crystal needed for many applications, though the clock accuracy may limit precision timing tasks.
Industrial temperature and QFN rework
Rated for -40°C to 105°C, this MCU is suited for outdoor telecom cabinets, motor-drive control boards, and under-hood automotive modules where the ambient can swing hard. The 40-VFQFN package with exposed pad (6x6 mm body) delivers good thermal transfer to the PCB ground plane.
Sourcing and lifecycle
The MSP430F2252TRHAR is listed as active in production. It is sourced and quoted to order against an RFQ through independent distribution; availability and current pricing are confirmed at quote time.