Overview
The MK64FX512VMD12 is a microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., part of the Kinetis K64 family. It is built on the Arm Cortex-M4 core, optimized for applications that require large memory densities and low-power processing. This MCU is particularly suited for cost-sensitive applications needing USB, Ethernet connectivity, and robust memory capabilities.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Unit | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Frequency | Up to 120 MHz | - | Arm Cortex-M4 core with DSP instructions and floating point unit |
| Program Flash Memory | 512 KB | - | - |
| SRAM | 256 KB | - | - |
| FlexNVM/FlexRAM | Up to 128 KB FlexNVM and 4 KB FlexRAM | - | On devices with FlexMemory |
| Supply Voltage | 1.71 to 3.6 V | V | - |
| Temperature Range | –40 to 105°C | °C | Ambient temperature range |
| Package Type | 144-LBGA | - | - |
| Number of I/Os | 100 | - | - |
| Communication Interfaces | USB LS/FS OTG 2.0, 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet MAC, CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, SDHC, I2S | - | - |
Key Features
- Low-power consumption: Run power down to 250 μA/MHz, static power down to 5.8 μA with full state retention, and lowest static mode down to 339 nA
- USB LS/FS OTG 2.0 with embedded 3.3 V, 120 mA LDO Vreg and USB device crystal-less operation
- 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet MAC with MII and RMII interfaces
- Multiple low-power modes and low-leakage wake-up unit
- Memory protection unit with multi-master protection
- 16-channel DMA controller
- Hardware security features including CRC, random-number generator, and encryption supporting DES, 3DES, AES, MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256 algorithms
- Analog modules: Two 16-bit SAR ADCs, two 12-bit DACs, three analog comparators (CMP), and voltage reference
- Timers: Two 8-channel Flex-Timers, two 2-channel FlexTimers, IEEE 1588 timers, 32-bit PITs, and 16-bit low-power timers
Applications
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Medical devices requiring low power and high performance
- Consumer electronics needing robust connectivity options
- Automotive systems requiring reliable and secure processing
- IoT devices that demand efficient power management and multiple communication interfaces
Q & A
- What is the core frequency of the MK64FX512VMD12 MCU?
The core frequency of the MK64FX512VMD12 MCU is up to 120 MHz, based on the Arm Cortex-M4 core with DSP instructions and a floating point unit.
- How much program flash memory and SRAM does the MK64FX512VMD12 have?
The MK64FX512VMD12 has 512 KB of program flash memory and 256 KB of SRAM.
- What are the supply voltage and temperature ranges for the MK64FX512VMD12?
The supply voltage range is 1.71 to 3.6 V, and the ambient temperature range is –40 to 105°C.
- What communication interfaces are available on the MK64FX512VMD12?
The MCU features USB LS/FS OTG 2.0, 10/100 Mbit/s Ethernet MAC, CAN, SPI, I2C, UART, SDHC, and I2S interfaces.
- What are some of the low-power features of the MK64FX512VMD12?
The MCU has low-power consumption with run power down to 250 μA/MHz, static power down to 5.8 μA, and lowest static mode down to 339 nA.
- Does the MK64FX512VMD12 have any hardware security features?
Yes, it includes hardware security features such as CRC, random-number generator, and encryption supporting various algorithms like DES, 3DES, AES, MD5, SHA-1, and SHA-256.
- What analog modules are available on the MK64FX512VMD12?
The MCU includes two 16-bit SAR ADCs, two 12-bit DACs, three analog comparators (CMP), and a voltage reference.
- What types of timers are supported by the MK64FX512VMD12?
The MCU supports two 8-channel Flex-Timers, two 2-channel FlexTimers, IEEE 1588 timers, 32-bit PITs, and 16-bit low-power timers.
- What is the package type and number of I/Os for the MK64FX512VMD12?
The package type is 144-LBGA, and it has 100 I/Os.
- What are some typical applications for the MK64FX512VMD12?
Typical applications include industrial automation, medical devices, consumer electronics, automotive systems, and IoT devices.
