Overview
The MKE14Z256VLH7 is a microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., part of the Kinetis KE14Z family. It is based on the ARM® Cortex®-M0+ core and is designed for a wide range of applications requiring low power consumption and high performance. This microcontroller is particularly suited for IoT, industrial, and consumer electronics due to its robust feature set and energy efficiency.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core | ARM® Cortex®-M0+ |
| Flash Memory | Up to 256 KB |
| RAM | Up to 32 KB |
| Data Flash Memory | 32 KB |
| Emulated EEPROM | 2 KB |
| ROM | 8 KB (built-in bootloader) |
| Maximum Clock Speed | Up to 72 MHz |
| Package Type | 64 LQFP (10x10x1.4 mm) |
| Power Modes | Run, Wait, Stop, VLPR, VLPW, VLPS |
| Timers | 1× 16-bit Low-Power Timer (LPTMR), 1× 32-bit Low-power Periodic Interrupt Timer (LPIT), Real Time Clock (RTC) |
| Communication Interfaces | 3× LPUART, 2× LPSPI, 2× LPI2C |
Key Features
- Low-power ARM Cortex-M0+ core with excellent energy efficiency
- Power management controller (PMC) with multiple power modes: Run, Wait, Stop, VLPR, VLPW, and VLPS
- Clock gating for unused modules and specific peripherals working in low power modes
- Programmable Delay Block (PDB) with flexible trigger system
- System clock generator (SCG) and real-time counter (RTC)
- Support for DMA and low power availability in communication interfaces (LPUART, LPSPI, LPI2C)
- Security circuitry to prevent unauthorized access to RAM or flash contents from the debug port
Applications
The MKE14Z256VLH7 is versatile and can be used in various applications, including:
- Internet of Things (IoT) devices
- Industrial automation and control systems
- Consumer electronics such as smart home devices and wearables
- Medical devices requiring low power consumption
- Automotive systems for infotainment and body control modules
Q & A
- What is the core architecture of the MKE14Z256VLH7? The MKE14Z256VLH7 is based on the ARM® Cortex®-M0+ core.
- How much flash memory does the MKE14Z256VLH7 have? The MKE14Z256VLH7 has up to 256 KB of embedded program flash memory.
- What is the maximum clock speed of the MKE14Z256VLH7? The maximum clock speed is up to 72 MHz.
- What are the power modes supported by the MKE14Z256VLH7? The power modes include Run, Wait, Stop, VLPR, VLPW, and VLPS.
- What communication interfaces are available on the MKE14Z256VLH7? The microcontroller features 3× LPUART, 2× LPSPI, and 2× LPI2C modules.
- Does the MKE14Z256VLH7 have any security features? Yes, it includes security circuitry to prevent unauthorized access to RAM or flash contents from the debug port.
- What is the package type of the MKE14Z256VLH7? The package type is 64 LQFP (10x10x1.4 mm).
- What are some typical applications of the MKE14Z256VLH7? Typical applications include IoT devices, industrial automation, consumer electronics, medical devices, and automotive systems.
- How much RAM does the MKE14Z256VLH7 have? The MKE14Z256VLH7 has up to 32 KB of embedded RAM.
- Does the MKE14Z256VLH7 support DMA? Yes, it supports DMA in its communication interfaces.
