Overview
The MKE04Z8VFK4 is a 32-bit microcontroller unit (MCU) from NXP USA Inc., part of the Kinetis KE04 MCU family. This family is designed to provide next-generation solutions with enhanced ESD/EMC performance, making it suitable for cost-sensitive, high-reliability device applications in high electrical noise environments. The MCU features a 32-bit Arm Cortex-M0+ core and is known for its low power consumption and high robustness. It offers pin compatibility within the Kinetis E series portfolio and with the 8-bit S08P family.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Core | 32-bit Arm Cortex-M0+ |
| Operating Voltage Range | 2.7 to 5.5 V |
| Temperature Range (Ambient) | -40 to 105°C |
| Maximum CPU Frequency | 48 MHz |
| Flash Memory | Up to 8 KB |
| RAM | Up to 1 KB |
| Package Options | 24-pin QFN (4 mm x 4 mm) |
| Clock Sources | Oscillator (OSC), Internal FLL, Internal 1 kHz LPO |
| Communication Interfaces | SPI, UART, I2C |
| System Peripherals | Pulse Width Timer (PWT), Real-Time Clock (RTC) |
Key Features
- Enhanced ESD/EMC performance for high-reliability applications in noisy environments.
- Low power consumption with various power-saving modes.
- Single cycle 32-bit x 32-bit multiplier and single cycle I/O access port.
- Support for 32.768 kHz crystal or 4 MHz to 24 MHz crystal/ceramic resonator.
- Internal clock source (ICS) with internal or external reference.
- Internal 1 kHz low-power oscillator (LPO).
- Pin compatibility within the Kinetis E series and with the 8-bit S08P family.
Applications
The MKE04Z8VFK4 MCU is suitable for a variety of applications that require high reliability and robustness in noisy environments. These include:
- Industrial control systems.
- Automotive systems (though not specifically automotive-grade, it can be used in less stringent automotive applications).
- Consumer electronics requiring low power and high reliability.
- Medical devices that need robust performance in noisy environments.
- IoT devices that require low power and reliable operation.
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the MKE04Z8VFK4 MCU?
The MKE04Z8VFK4 MCU is based on the 32-bit Arm Cortex-M0+ core.
- What is the operating voltage range of the MKE04Z8VFK4?
The operating voltage range is from 2.7 to 5.5 V.
- What is the maximum CPU frequency of the MKE04Z8VFK4?
The maximum CPU frequency is 48 MHz.
- How much flash and RAM does the MKE04Z8VFK4 have?
The MCU has up to 8 KB of flash memory and up to 1 KB of RAM.
- What communication interfaces are available on the MKE04Z8VFK4?
The MCU features SPI, UART, and I2C communication interfaces.
- What are the package options for the MKE04Z8VFK4?
The MCU is available in a 24-pin QFN (4 mm x 4 mm) package.
- Does the MKE04Z8VFK4 support any specific clock sources?
Yes, it supports an oscillator (OSC), internal FLL, and an internal 1 kHz LPO.
- What system peripherals are included in the MKE04Z8VFK4?
The MCU includes a pulse width timer (PWT) and a real-time clock (RTC).
- What are some typical applications for the MKE04Z8VFK4?
Typical applications include industrial control systems, consumer electronics, medical devices, and IoT devices.
- Is the MKE04Z8VFK4 pin-compatible with other MCU families?
Yes, it is pin-compatible within the Kinetis E series and with the 8-bit S08P family.
