Overview
The LPC2468FET208K microcontroller, produced by NXP USA Inc., is a versatile and powerful device designed around the 16-bit/32-bit ARM7TDMI-S CPU core. This microcontroller is ideal for multi-purpose communication applications, including communication gateways, protocol converters, industrial control systems, and medical systems. It features a robust set of peripherals and interfaces, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that require advanced communication capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Processor Core | ARM7TDMI-S CPU core |
| Maximum Clock Speed | 72 MHz |
| Flash Memory | 512 kB |
| SRAM | 98 kB (64 kB local SRAM, 16 kB SRAM for Ethernet, 16 kB SRAM for general purpose DMA, 2 kB battery powered SRAM) |
| Ethernet | 10/100 Ethernet Media Access Controller (MAC) |
| USB | USB full-speed Device/Host/OTG Controller with 4 kB of endpoint RAM |
| CAN Channels | Two Controller Area Network (CAN) channels |
| UARTs | Four UARTs |
| SPI Interface | Two Synchronous Serial Ports (SSP) |
| I2C Interfaces | Three I2C interfaces |
| I2S Interface | One I2S interface |
| ADC/DAC | 10-bit ADC, 10-bit DAC |
| PWM Units | Two PWM units |
| GPIO Lines | Up to 160 fast GPIO lines |
| Package Type | TFBGA208 (plastic thin fine-pitch ball grid array package; 208 balls; body 15 x 15 x 0.7 mm) |
| Operating Temperature Range | -40°C to +85°C |
Key Features
- ARM7TDMI-S Processor: Runs at up to 72 MHz, supporting both 32-bit ARM and 16-bit Thumb instructions.
- Memory: 512 kB of on-chip high-speed flash memory with In-System Programming (ISP) and In-Application Programming (IAP) capabilities.
- Communication Interfaces: Includes 10/100 Ethernet MAC, USB full-speed Device/Host/OTG Controller, four UARTs, two CAN channels, two SSP interfaces, three I2C interfaces, and one I2S interface.
- Peripheral Components: Features 10-bit ADC, 10-bit DAC, two PWM units, and up to 160 fast GPIO lines.
- Clocking Capabilities: Includes a 4 MHz internal precision oscillator and an External Memory Controller (EMC).
- Interrupt Handling: 64 GPIO pins connected to the hardware-based Vector Interrupt Controller (VIC) for edge-triggered interrupts.
Applications
- Communication Gateways and Protocol Converters: Ideal for applications requiring multiple communication protocols.
- Industrial Control Systems: Suitable for industrial automation and control due to its robust set of peripherals and interfaces.
- Medical Systems: Used in medical devices that require reliable and advanced communication capabilities.
- Other Applications: Also applicable in various other fields such as automotive, consumer electronics, and more, where advanced communication and control are necessary.
Q & A
- What is the processor core of the LPC2468FET208K microcontroller?
The LPC2468FET208K microcontroller is based on the 16-bit/32-bit ARM7TDMI-S CPU core.
- What is the maximum clock speed of the LPC2468FET208K?
The maximum clock speed is 72 MHz.
- How much flash memory does the LPC2468FET208K have?
The LPC2468FET208K has 512 kB of on-chip high-speed flash memory.
- What communication interfaces are available on the LPC2468FET208K?
The microcontroller includes a 10/100 Ethernet MAC, USB full-speed Device/Host/OTG Controller, four UARTs, two CAN channels, two SSP interfaces, three I2C interfaces, and one I2S interface.
- What is the operating temperature range of the LPC2468FET208K?
The operating temperature range is -40°C to +85°C.
- How many GPIO lines does the LPC2468FET208K have?
The microcontroller has up to 160 fast GPIO lines.
- What is the package type of the LPC2468FET208K?
The package type is TFBGA208 (plastic thin fine-pitch ball grid array package; 208 balls; body 15 x 15 x 0.7 mm).
- Does the LPC2468FET208K support In-System Programming (ISP) and In-Application Programming (IAP)?
- What are some typical applications of the LPC2468FET208K?
Typical applications include communication gateways, protocol converters, industrial control systems, and medical systems.
- Does the LPC2468FET208K have any specific power management features?
The microcontroller includes a 4 MHz internal precision oscillator and an External Memory Controller (EMC), among other power management features.
- How does the LPC2468FET208K handle interrupts?
The microcontroller has 64 GPIO pins connected to the hardware-based Vector Interrupt Controller (VIC) for edge-triggered interrupts.
