Looking for a low power microcontroller

[Bukitoo]

Hi, I need an advice.
I m in a project that needs a microcontroller. One of the requirement is tha the systems must work without interruption for 5 years batery powered.
I wander if you know some uC that has a low current needs in power down mode.

Do you have any extra advice for me.

Thanks in Advance

 

[vdaniel]

Re: Low Power IC

Texas Instruments claims, that the MSP430 series it the best for this purpose.

 

[Bukitoo]

Re: Low Power IC

Hi!!! THanks gor the Reply!!!

I 've looked for uC and I found these that may be works for my low powr application. Of Course the MSP is in my list. But i wonder if you have experience with this uC.

ST7 family from ST
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