Overview
The MKL27Z256VFM4 is a microcontroller from NXP USA Inc., part of the Kinetis KL2 series. This device is optimized for cost-sensitive and battery-powered applications, particularly those requiring low-power USB connectivity. It features an ARM® Cortex®-M0+ core operating at up to 48 MHz, making it suitable for a wide range of applications that demand low power consumption and high performance.
Key Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Core Processor | ARM® Cortex®-M0+ |
| Operating Frequency | Up to 48 MHz |
| Program Flash Memory | 256 KB (256K x 8) |
| SRAM | 32 KB |
| ROM | 16 KB with built-in bootloader |
| Supply Voltage Range | 1.71 V to 3.6 V |
| Package Type | 32-UFQFN Exposed Pad |
| Number of GPIOs | Up to 23 GPIOs (19 general-purpose, 6 high-drive) |
| Peripherals | DMA, I2S, LVD, POR, PWM, WDT |
| Moisture Sensitivity Level (MSL) | 3 (168 Hours) |
| Temperature Range | –40 to 105 °C |
Key Features
- Low-power USB 2.0 device without requiring an external crystal
- Embedded ROM with bootloader for flexible program upgrade
- High accuracy internal voltage and clock reference
- FlexIO to support any standard and customized serial peripheral emulation
- Low power modes: down to 54uA/MHz in very low power run mode and 1.96uA in VLLS3 mode (RAM + RTC retained)
- 4-channel asynchronous DMA controller
- Watchdog and low-leakage wakeup unit
- Two-pin Serial Wire Debug (SWD) programming and debug interface
- Micro Trace Buffer and bit manipulation engine
- Interrupt controller and various timer/PWM modules
- Real-time clock and periodic interrupt timer
Applications
- Battery-powered devices and IoT applications
- Cost-sensitive industrial control systems
- Low-power consumer electronics
- Medical devices requiring low power consumption
- Automotive and aerospace applications where low power is crucial
Q & A
- What is the core processor of the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The core processor is an ARM® Cortex®-M0+.
- What is the maximum operating frequency of the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The maximum operating frequency is up to 48 MHz.
- How much program flash memory does the MKL27Z256VFM4 have?
The device has 256 KB (256K x 8) of program flash memory.
- What is the supply voltage range for the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The supply voltage range is from 1.71 V to 3.6 V.
- What package type is the MKL27Z256VFM4 available in?
The device is available in a 32-UFQFN Exposed Pad package.
- How many GPIOs does the MKL27Z256VFM4 have?
The device has up to 23 GPIOs, including 19 general-purpose and 6 high-drive GPIOs.
- What are some of the peripherals available on the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The device includes peripherals such as DMA, I2S, LVD, POR, PWM, and WDT.
- What is the moisture sensitivity level (MSL) of the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The MSL is 3 (168 Hours).
- What is the temperature range for the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The temperature range is from –40 to 105 °C.
- What are some of the low power modes available on the MKL27Z256VFM4?
The device features low power modes such as very low power run mode (down to 54uA/MHz) and VLLS3 mode (down to 1.96uA with RAM + RTC retained).
