It operates at a clock speed of 48MHz and has a processing capacity of 48MIPS (1 clock cycle per instruction).
The FT51 stands out for the high degree of connectivity it provides to system design. Its wired USB hub function allows for cascading subsystems to enhance overall system connectivity, facilitating data collection and download in complex systems. It can also be used as an expansion port, enabling the connection of multiple USB peripherals (such as keyboards, mice, etc.) to the system. Other interfaces/ports include a high-speed USB 2.0 (12 Mbit/s) peripheral, I2C slave and master interfaces, and SPI slave and master interfaces. It integrates four
8-bit D/A and A/D converters and one channel to facilitate more efficient interaction with analog ecosystems via inputs from sensor or actuator outputs. The integrated USB peripheral functions of the FT120 provide a simple interface mechanism for transmitting and receiving data, while advanced buffer optimization technology is used to maximize data handling. Programming the FT120 is straightforward, as it's a subcategory of the well-known D12 USB controller. The FT51, therefore, features a higher-performance 8-bit microcontroller with a suite of advanced functions for multi-sensor environments and robust USB functionality for system connectivity, data transfer, and interaction with human interface devices (HIDs).
The FT51 microcontroller has 16-bit PWM on 16 of its output pins, with a control range of 4mA to 16mA, enabling the control of system actuators/motors. Other features include a high-speed UART capable of operating at up to 6Mbit/s, 16KB of programmable memory with multiple timing options, and battery charger detection (BCD). Support for HID and communication device class (CDC) makes it particularly suitable for data acquisition and industrial control applications, such as USB instrumentation, smart card readers, barcode readers, wireless modems, set-top boxes, and smart meters. A pluggable Eclipse integrated development environment (IDE) is available to assist engineers with development and debugging. Drivers for Windows, macOS, Linux, and Android operating systems can be downloaded free of charge from the company's website.
The FT51 series is available in 24-pin SSOP, 32-pin WQFN, 44-pin LQFP, and 48-pin WQFN packages, with an operating temperature range of -40°C to +85°C. Powered by a 3.3V supply, it consumes only 8mA in active mode and 70µA in standby mode.
