Date: 29/01/2010

ST Micro's 8-bit MCU hardware development board costs only $7

Are you looking for a 8-bit microcontroller development board to immediately try out some simple but robust embedded system applications? Market's best offer looks to be ST Microelectronics' STM8S microcontroller based discovery board. STM8S family of MCU chips are not that powerful by MIPS wise(compared to 32 -bit MCUs) but has rugged architecture and performance to take care of industrial and automotive applications. Some of the applications suggested by ST for this MCU include home appliances, factory automation, motor control, power tools, and e-bikes

The STM8S-Discovery hardware development kit priced at $7 can be used to build and debug applications. The kit can be connected to PC and powered by using USB connector.

ST Micro says numerous applications are available in order to learn, reuse and modify codes for a fast time to proof-of-concept or demonstration. It will satisfy hobbyists, developers, students and support teams. Based on examples, you will find STM8S-Discovery indispensable.

For more details visit:
www.st.com/mcu/contentid-130-113-STM8S_DISCOVERY.html