16-bit MSP430 core at 16 MHz — automotive-qualified
This variant is AEC-Q100 qualified for automotive applications, making it suitable for under-hood or cabin-domain control tasks where reliability and extended temperature tolerance are required.
8 KB Flash, 512 B RAM — sizing the firmware budget
Program memory is 8 KB of Flash, organized as 8K x 8, with 512 bytes of RAM. That's enough for small control loops, LIN or I²C slave stacks, and sensor interface firmware. The Flash endurance supports field updates if the application needs it, though the 512 B RAM limits buffering — plan for register-based data handling or small circular buffers.
Automotive temperature range and package
The 28-TSSOP package (4.40 mm width) is a surface-mount footprint common on automotive control modules and industrial sensor PCBs.
