Overview
The NXP USA Inc. MCF54450VM240J is a ColdFire V4 microcontroller, part of the MCF5445x family. This 32-bit single-core microcontroller operates at a core clock speed of up to 240 MHz and is packaged in a 256-MAPBGA (17x17 mm) form factor. It is designed for high-performance applications and features advanced peripherals and interfaces, making it suitable for a variety of embedded systems.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | ColdFire V4 |
| Core Clock Speed | Up to 240 MHz |
| Peripheral Bus Clock | Up to 120 MHz |
| External Bus Clock | Up to 60 MHz |
| Performance (Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS) | Up to 370 MIPS |
| Instruction Cache | 16 Kbytes |
| Data Cache | 16 Kbytes |
| Internal SRAM | 32 Kbytes |
| Package Type | 256-MAPBGA (17x17 mm) |
| Voltage Supply (Vcc/Vdd) | 1.35 V ~ 3.6 V |
| Operating Temperature | 0°C ~ 70°C (TA) |
| Number of I/O | Not specified for this model, but typically high |
| Connectivity | I²C, SPI, SSI, UART/USART, USB OTG |
Key Features
- Crossbar Switch Technology (XBS): Allows concurrent access to peripherals or RAM from multiple bus masters.
- 16-channel DMA Controller: Enhances data transfer efficiency.
- USB 2.0 On-the-Go Controller with ULPI Support: Supports USB OTG and ULPI interfaces.
- 32-bit PCI Controller @ 66MHz: Provides high-speed peripheral interface.
- ATA/ATAPI Controller: Supports storage interfaces.
- 2 x 10/100 Ethernet MACs: Enables fast Ethernet connectivity.
- Cryptography Acceleration Unit (CAU): Accelerates cryptographic operations such as DES, 3DES, AES, MD5.
- Real Time Clock, Watchdog Timer, and Periodic Interrupt Timers: Provides timing and watchdog functionalities.
- Edge Port Module (EPORT) and Interrupt Controllers: Enhances I/O and interrupt handling capabilities.
Applications
The MCF54450VM240J microcontroller is suitable for a wide range of high-performance embedded systems, including:
- Industrial Control Systems: Due to its robust peripherals and high-speed interfaces.
- Networking Equipment: With its integrated Ethernet MACs and high-speed bus controllers.
- Automotive Systems: For applications requiring advanced cryptography and secure data transfer.
- Medical Devices: Where high reliability and performance are critical.
- Aerospace and Defense: For systems requiring robust and secure processing capabilities.
Q & A
- What is the core clock speed of the MCF54450VM240J microcontroller?
The core clock speed is up to 240 MHz. - What type of package does the MCF54450VM240J come in?
The microcontroller is packaged in a 256-MAPBGA (17x17 mm) form factor. - Does the MCF54450VM240J support USB interfaces?
Yes, it supports USB 2.0 On-the-Go with ULPI support. - What is the performance of the MCF54450VM240J in terms of Dhrystone MIPS?
The performance is up to 370 Dhrystone 2.1 MIPS. - Does the MCF54450VM240J have integrated Ethernet MACs?
Yes, it has two 10/100 Ethernet MACs. - What is the voltage supply range for the MCF54450VM240J?
The voltage supply range is 1.35 V ~ 3.6 V. - Does the MCF54450VM240J support cryptography acceleration?
No, this specific model does not have a Cryptography Acceleration Unit (CAU), but other models in the MCF5445x family do. - What is the operating temperature range for the MCF54450VM240J?
The operating temperature range is 0°C ~ 70°C (TA). - Does the MCF54450VM240J have a PCI controller?
No, this specific model does not have a PCI controller, but other models in the MCF5445x family do. - What types of memory does the MCF54450VM240J have?
The microcontroller has 16 Kbytes of instruction cache, 16 Kbytes of data cache, and 32 Kbytes of internal SRAM.
